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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If the vehicle battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle’s
battery is discharged. You can also call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair
shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or b ...
Brake pad wear limit indicators
The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise
when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while drivi ...
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 ...