Toyota Yaris: General Maintenance / Body
BODY
TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
(a) If necessary, tighten the bolts and nuts on the chassis parts listed below.
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Front axle and suspension
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Drivetrain
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Rear axle and suspension
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Brake system
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Engine mounts
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Other chassis parts
(b) If necessary, tighten the bolts and nuts on the body parts listed below.
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Seat belt system
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Seats
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Doors and hood
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Body mounts
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Fuel tank
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Exhaust system
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Other body parts
CLEAN OR REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING FILTER
(a) Remove the air conditioning filter.
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(b) Visually inspect the surface of the air conditioning filter.
(c) If the air conditioning filter is contaminated with foreign matter, clean or replace it according to the maintenance schedule.
NOTICE:
Some filters are not able to be cleaned.
ROAD TEST
(a) Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.
(b) Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.
(c) Check that the brakes work properly and do not drag.
(d) Bed-in the parking brake pads.
BODY INSPECTION
(a) Check the body exterior for dents, scratches and rust.
(b) Check the underbody for rust and damage.
If necessary, replace any damaged parts or repair any damaged areas.
FINAL INSPECTION
(a) Check the operation of the body parts.
(1) Hood
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Auxiliary catch operates properly.
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Hood locks securely when closed.
(2) Front and rear doors
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Door locks operate properly.
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Doors close properly.
(3) Back door
Door lock operates properly.
(4) Seats
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Seats adjust easily and lock securely in any position.
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Front seatbacks lock securely in any position.
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Fold-down rear seatbacks lock securely.
(5) Be sure to deliver a clean car. Make sure to check the following:
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Steering wheel
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Shift lever knob
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All switches and knobs
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Door handles
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Seats
BRAKE INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES HINT: Work in a well-lighted area. Turn the front wheels fully to the right or left before beginning the inspection...
CHASSIS INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE AND GEAR HOUSING (a) Inspect the steering wheel free play. Click here
(b) Inspect the steering linkage for looseness or damage...
Other information:
INSTALLATION CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE ANTI-SQUEAL SHIM KIT (a) Install the 2 front disc brake anti-squeal shims to each front disc brake pad...
DESCRIPTION Problem Symptom Suspected Area Trouble Area
Engine does not crank
Engine cranks slowly
Auxiliary battery depletion
Starter malfunction
Starter system
Auxiliary battery depletion
Starter malfunction
Starter circuit
Excessive engine friction Engine Engine assembly
Starting time is long
Engine speed fluctuation due to abnormal combustion
Idle speed too low or high
The engine stalls immediately after starting
Strong engine vibration due to above symptoms
Ignition malfunction
Deviation in air fuel ratio (Excessive or insufficient intake air volume or fuel supply)
Insufficient compression
Changes in load from another system
Ignition system
Spark plug
Ignition coil assembly
Fuel system
Direct fuel injector assembly
Port fuel injector assembly
Fuel pump assembly (for high pressure side)
Fuel pump (for low pressure side)
Fuel pump control circuit
Fuel suction plate sub-assembly
Fuel main valve assembly
Fuel line
Purge VSV system
Fuel quality (existence of foreign matter, degradation)
Intake and exhaust systems
Mass air flow meter sub-assembly
Intake system
(Air leaks or deposit accumulation)
Throttle body with motor assembly
Air fuel ratio sensor (sensor 1)
Air fuel ratio sensor (sensor 2)
Cam timing oil control solenoid assembly
Variable Valve Timing system (VVT system)
Other control systems
ECM
Wire harness or connector
Knock control sensor
Engine coolant temperature sensor
Immobiliser system
Engine
Water control valve
Engine assembly
Crankshaft position sensor
High load from another system
Air conditioning system
Power steering system
Electrical load signal system
SYMPTOM AND CAUSE OF SYSTEM MALFUNCTION HINT: The following are descriptions of the characteristics of each system malfunction...
Categories
The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include different
types of air bags. Please verify the different types of air bags
which are equipped on your vehicle by locating the “SRS AIRBAG”
location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where the
air bags are installed.
The air bags are installed in the following locations:
The steering wheel hub (driver air bag)
The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag)
The outboard sides of the front seatbacks (side air bags)
The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both
sides (curtain air bags)
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