Toyota Yaris: Front Shock Absorber / Inspection
INSPECTION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
(a) Compress and extend the front shock absorber rod 4 times or more.
Standard:
When compressed and extended at a constant speed, the stroke of the shock absorber rod is smooth with no abnormal resistance or sounds. When extended, the shock absorber rod returns to its original position at a constant speed with no abnormal sounds.
HINT:
If there are any abnormalities, replace the front shock absorber assembly with a new one.
REMOVAL CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed, or replaced during the front shock absorber assembly removal/installation are shown below...
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...
Other information:
During rotation, inspect them for
correct balance.
Also, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by one or a combination of the following:
Incorrect tire pressure
Improper wheel alignment
Out-of-balance wheel
Severe braking
After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to specification and
inspect the lug nuts for tightness...
Lights-On Reminder
The lights-on reminder is operable when the time setting* 1 of the auto
headlight off function is off.
If lights are on and the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is
switched off, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver’s
door is opened...
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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