Toyota Yaris: Starting and driving
Second generation (XP90; 2005–2010) / Toyota Yaris XP90 2005–2010 Owner's Manual / Starting and driving
- Before starting the engine
- How to start the engine
- Tips for driving in various conditions
- Winter driving tips
- Dinghy towing
- Trailer towing
- How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer
Types of tires
Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is originally equipped with.
1. Summer tires
Summer tires are high-speed capability tires best suited to highway driving under
dry conditions.
Since ...
Before starting the engine
1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it.
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height and steering wheel
angle.
3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors.
4 ...
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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 ...
Positioning a floor jack
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly.
Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury.
Front
Rear
CAUTION
■When raising your vehicle
Mak ...
Checking the engine oil level
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level
on the dipstick.
1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on level ground. After turning
off the engine, ...