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.
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Theft deterrent system
(vehicles sold in Puerto Rico only)
To deter vehicle theft, the system is designed to sound an alarm if any of
the side doors, back door or hood is forcibly unlocked and opened.
The alarm blow ...
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● The high engine coolant temperature warning light (→P. 306) comes on or flashes,
or a loss of engine power is experienced. ...
Engine immobilizer system
The engine immobilizer system is a theft prevention system. When you insert
the key in the ignition switch, the transponder chip in the key’s head transmits
an electronic code to the vehicle.
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