Toyota Yaris: Exterior Care / Repairing Damage to the Finish
Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly.
Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs.
NOTICE
If your Toyota is damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced,
make sure the body shop applies anti-corrosion materials to all parts, both
repaired and new. This will prevent them from rusting.
Washing
To help protect the finish from rust and deterioration, wash your
Toyota thoroughly and frequently, at least once a month, with lukewarm or cold
water...
Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with
a knife or similar tool.
To prevent corrosion on bright-metal surfaces, apply wax or chrome
preservative and rub it to a high luster...
Other information:
DESCRIPTION The alternator performs self-diagnosis of its internal circuits to detect malfunctions (open or short circuits). The ECM receives the result via LIN communication and stores a DTC. DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area MIL Note P065C07 Generator "A" Mechanical Performance Mechanical Failure All of the following conditions are met (1 trip detection logic):
Engine running (except during engine cranking)...
OPERATION CHECK CHECK FRONT WIPER CONTROL (a) Auto wiper function (1) Continuously apply water to the windshield glass in front of the rain sensor. (2) Turn the ignition switch to ON. (3) Move the front wiper switch to the AUTO position. (4) Check that the front wipers operate...
Categories
No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 600
miles (1,000 km) may add to the performance, economy, and life of
the vehicle.
Do not race the engine.
Do not maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for a long
period of time.
Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or high engine rpm for
extended periods of time.
Avoid unnecessary hard stops.
Avoid full-throttle starts.
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