Toyota Yaris: Parking brake
Type A
Type B
When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping.
To set: Pull up the lever. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake.
To release: Pull up the lever slightly (1), press the thumb button (2), and lower (3).
To remind you that the parking brake is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake.
CAUTION.
Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is off.
Manual transmission
The shift pattern is conventional as shown above.
Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it slowly.
Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving, because it will ...
Audio system
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Service specifications
ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010).
Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014).
Spark plug type: DENSO SK16R11.
NGK IFR5A11.
Spark plug gap, mm(in.):
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Trailer towing
Trailer towing (except for Canada)
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your Toyota. Toyota also does
not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier ...
Correct driving posture
Drive with a good posture as follows:
Sit upright and well back in the seat. (→P. 43)
Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached and easily de ...