Toyota Yaris: If your vehicle becomes stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward.
CAUTION.
Do not attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward if people or objects are any where near the vehicle. During the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or backward as it becomes unstuck, causing injury or damage to nearby people or objects.
NOTICE.
If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other parts.
Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear.
Do not race the engine and avoid spinning the wheels.
If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as towing.
If you have a flat tire
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off
the road to a safe place well away from the traffic. Avoid stopping on the center
divider of a highway. Park on a level ...
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer
or a commercial tow truck service.
In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or (b).
Only ...
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Engine exhaust cautions
CAUTION.
Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
It contains carbon monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless gas. It can cause
unconsciousness or even death.
Make sure the exhaust system has no hol ...
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