Toyota2018–2020

Yaris 1.0 VVT-i: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

2 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, one concerns the electrical and ignition. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Electrical & ignition

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Unable to turn ignition switch with key

Affects All models, 05/14-09/18.Fit modified part

Cause

Unsatisfactory design of ignition switch.

Repair

  1. Fit modified ignition switch and steering column lock.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Other

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Parking aid warning devices activated with no obstructions present

Overview

Affects
All models with parking aid control.
Remedy
Fit new part
Parts
1 part

Cause

Parking aid control module faulty.

Repair

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Fit new parking aid control module.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Parking aid control modulePW501-0D5501

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
Parking Aid
The reversing/parking sensors and their control module

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVT-i?

This guide contains two workshop bulletins for the Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVT-i. Of these, one concerns the electrical and ignition. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVT-i have these faults?

No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.

Can I check for Toyota Yaris 1.0 VVT-i faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.

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