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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris CE 1.5 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Drain transmission fluid into a suitable container.
  • Remove wheel lug nuts.
  • Remove front axle hub nut.
  • Remove bolt and separate speed sensor and flexible hose.
  • Remove nut and separate stabilizer link from shock absorber.
  • Remove cotter pin and castle nut from tie rod.
  • Make sure upper ends of threaded section of tie rod end and SST (spacer B) are aligned.
  • Separate tie rod end from front axle assembly.
  • Remove clip and castle nut from lower control arm.
  • Separate front lower contr...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Using Scan Tool -> Using TPMS Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris CE 1.5 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Using TPMS Warning Lamp
  • Place the ignition switch in the Off position.
  • Using Toyota SST or other suitable jumper, connect terminals TC and CG of DLC3. The DLC3 is located under the left side of the instrument panel, Fig. .
  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Read and note DTCs indicated by flashes of the TPMS warning lamp, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .25 second intervals, a normal condition is indicated, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .5 second intervals followed by a 1.5 second pause, then additional .5 second i...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris LE 1.5 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery cables.
  • Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
  • Remove bolts securing engine under cover subassembly.
  • Loosen alternator upper bracket bolt and lower mounting bolt.
  • Push in an alternator assembly and remove drive belt.
  • Remove alternator wiring harness clamp.
  • Open B+ terminal cap and remove alternator B+ terminal nut.
  • Dis...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2007-09 Yaris
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris RS 1.5 L4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 36 months or 30,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Open the glove compartment door, then disconnect the damper rod from the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Push inward at both sides of the glove compartment, then pull the glove compartment downward.
  • Through the glove compartment opening, release two retaining clips securing filter cover to A/C unit and remove the filter cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air filter element fro...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Automatic Transmission Overdrive Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS

The "OD Off" lamp will be illuminated when the ignition switch is in the On position and the Overdrive (OD) switch is in the Off position. When the OD switch is placed in the On position, the "OD Off" lamp should go out. If the lamp flashes when the switch is placed in the On position, a fault has been detected by the electronic control system. After diagnosis and repair are c...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris 1.5 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris RS 1.5 L4 GAS

  • Remove bolts from righthand engine cover assembly, then remove cover.
  • Loosen bolts from upper and lower alternator mounting bracket.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Toyota Yaris cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector 3
  • Power Steering ECU
  • Combination Meter ECU
  • Main Body ECU
  • Body Components and Connectors Diagram for 2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GASBody Components and Connectors Diagram for 2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump
  • Right Rear Speaker
  • Left Rear Speaker
  • Fuel Gauge
  • Right Rear Combination Lamp
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Toyota Yaris cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Speedometer
  • ABS Indicator
  • Combination Meter
  • Engine Control Module
  • 2008 Toyota Yaris  1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Toyota Yaris 1.5 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Control Module
  • Stoplamp Switch
  • EFI Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Toyota Yaris cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Rattle Noise From Automatic Transmission Control Cable Assembly In Reverse
    Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: HVAC Odor
    Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Yaris S 1.5 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Odors
  • Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Toyota Yaris AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Toyota Yaris cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2008 Toyota Yaris cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2008 Toyota Yaris cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2008 Toyota Yaris cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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