Toyota Yaris: Parking brake
To set the parking brake, fully
pull the parking brake lever while depressing the brake pedal.
To release the parking brake, slightly
raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button.
■Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (→P. 172)
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.
Turn signal lever
The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions of the driver:
Right turn
Left turn
Lane change to the right (push and
hold the lever partway)
The right hand signals will ...
Horn
To sound the horn, press on or close to the
mark.
■After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound
if the steering wheel i ...
See also:
Air conditioning filter
(on some models)—
The air conditioning filter information label is placed inside of the glove
box as shown and indicates that a filter has been installed.
The air conditioning filter preve ...
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, ...
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition:
● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel
wells and underside of the vehi ...