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sssh, it has only been a few weeks, I was waiting to see if anyone noticed 22 plate Excel in scarlet flare it's a late December 2021 build making it one of those odd spec 2021.5 cars, registered March 22

Hi Jason yes the new dealer (Snows in Poole) had Techs who were good, willing to talk and work it through. It turned out to be the Accelerator pedal assembly I believe there was intermittant contact on the position sensor. I found putting side pressure on the pedal briefly would make it work until I switched off the car. I could stop it working by a quick kick of the pedal in opposite direction. They swapped out throttle pedal assembly ... problem solved!

Personally, I love the EPB on the Yaris; as Cyker mentioned, I have set mine to go on/off with putting the car in/out of "P" and have never experienced an issue. Also the "Hold" setting is OK, but it does hold the footbrake on which means it leaves brake lights illuminated to the (possible) discomfort of people behind. OK for traffic lights, but at level crossings or other long delays I always apply the EPB. It deactivates instantly when the car starts to move. My biggest problem is with my non-epb MX5 where I've forgotten to put the handbrake on 😂🤣

Currently in Japan and saw all these lined up in the port ready to be shipped. Guess they are for domestic sales as Yaris for the UK are not made in Japan are they? Toyota are definitely King over here and all the K cars are so cute.

yaris 1999-2020 has a manual handbrake the Mk4 has EPB, very strange at first, muscle memory means you keep going for the hand brake, even after 6-7 years I still go to grab the keys out of the ignition at times

As far as scratches go they aren't too bad. Definitely not deep ones, but they are scratches nonetheless. Not sure if t-cut and a mechy polish would fix it - Would love if it did! For a car coming up for 4 years I accept there will be bits of wear and tear on it - It's actually not too bad for its age! Stuff like this where its very noticeable from the side is a bit too much for me though, especially since its a nice deep colour 😅 I'd love it to be perfect, but would settle for it just not being noticeable unless you were looking for a defect I think from the email he's thinking about doing the whole side of the car to guard against a mismatch in colour, or reduce how noticeable it is - which is fair enough, I understand the reasoning. Its not a large area that is needing repaired which is why I was surprised at him recommending the full side being redone. He's asked for me to stop at the bodyshop to chat it over so will do that, also booked in to speak to the Toyota approved place too Tbh I'd probably settle for it being only visible if you knew to look - I'm the only driver so I never have to look at the passenger side 😂 Where do you stop when you respray the side of the car? Because you've got to tie into the existing paint at some point, Presumably they stop on a panel edge?

2 very different driving cars, and the ride is a bit firm on 17" 45 profile, no HUD, Nav or JBL, but it does have park assist, RCTA+B, BSM and lots of other hidden stuff, got a few upgrades to do yet

Nice must admit if eagle-eyed Tony hadn't mentioned it I wouldn't have! Be interested to hear how you're finding it and compared to the Mk3!

Ooh good spot, you kept that quiet flash!! I normally switch to P as well - I don't like how the car strains continuously against the EPB if you're in Drive, and that horrible lurch you get when it switches from the hydraulic brakes to the EPB I find unpleasant. It seems to be about 2 or 3 minutes - It will flash up a message saying press the foot brake to maintain Brake Hold, and if you ignore, it switches to the EPB and disengages the hydraulic brakes, accompanied by the nasty lurch I mention above. If I see that message (Which I do regularly because M25 Smart Motorway sections), I usually take it as a cue to switch to P because I'll be thee for a while...

I didn’t notice you have changed your car. Enjoy your new Yaris. 🚙👍

I always check if the heater is hot after draining coolant. Some car have bleeding procedure, but generally we must assure that the heater is full blast hot and no air trapped in the heater core. message the upper radiator hose a bit to burp it. There is a special funnel that fits radiator cap tightly and can do bleeding process much safer and faster. Gurgling sound when the engine is reved up or fluctuating temperature are typical signs of trapped air in the cooling system.

I got Stabillus, the OEM from ZF Friedrichshafen group. They are properly damped before reaching max. Monroe is also a good choice. Other brands sometimes have no damping and jingle the tailgate strongly.

Hi Bernard, The term "woke" has two main ways it's described Awareness of social injustice originally from African-American Vernacular English (AAVE), "woke" means being alert to and understanding issues of racial prejudice and discrimination. Over time, it's grown to encompass a broader awareness of social inequalities, including sexism, LGBTQ+ rights, and other issues. Social and political awareness In a more general sense, being "woke" can simply mean being informed about current social and political issues, especially those involving progressive ideology. Early uses, "Woke" has been around since the 1930s in AAVE, meaning "aware" or "informed." Shifting meaning, By the 2010s, "woke" became more prominent and broadened to include social justice issues. Current discussions, Today, "woke" can be used positively to describe someone who's actively fighting for social change. However, it can also be used critically to suggest someone is overly sensitive or focused on political correctness. Well there you go I didn't fully understand it myself so you are not alone.

It’s amazing how clean that engine is and how little wear is visible to the naked eye. It obviously has been serviced by book. Apart from the piston side skirts it looks in great shape and would not be expensive to get it into good working condition again.

Agreed, but it is the younger indigenous population who are turning their backs on our traditions. How can that be reversed?

During the lockdown availability of the AGM batteries was very hit and miss iirc there was a 3-month back order at one point plus some (a lot) of price gouging, so it may have been done as a stop gap

Hey after reading your post I realised mine wasn't working either so I decided to investigate. In the UK, TMC is broadcast using the Classic FM network. So I switched to FM on the radio and scanned for Classic FM, which is broadcast between 99.9 and 101.9 FM. I found Classic on 100.3 FM and manually entered that on the TMC frequency. Now connected.

Thanks for all the replies, looks like up to about 2020, to the Mk4, is when the change came in. Like all manufacturers though, there will be a lot of 'crossover' I guess, but it was likely a 2016/17 I was going to be looking at, so looks all good. Cheers.

I would imagine a Citroen or Peugeot would ride the potholes better than the cross, but you won’t get the reliability or excellent fuel economy with them, ( although Citroen has much improved lately) mines equipped with falken tyres which wouldn’t be my first choice but I find it’s comfortable enough, mines on 18” wheels but people say the smaller ones ride better, there’s no rear vent but if you set the centre one’s straight ahead, it will probably cool the rear enough for your dog.. I just set the brake hold button every time I start the car, I kinda go through a set sequence, push brake pedal, push start button, push brake hold button, then set off, ( seatbelt on of course)..

I think cars intended for Australia are made in Japan so these could be heading down under

No problems with small engine cars. As long as you drive sensible the small engine cars can last long too. Here an example One of my favourite small car and engines

It was people that wanted it not businesses. People want to have time off when they want, not to be forced to have it when they are told to, they also want to be able to shop when they want and not be told that they can't because of some unfounded worshiping of fictional extra terrestrial beings..

There is also a Brake Hold ability which holds the brake pedal for you when stationary, and the car can automatically apply the electronic handbrake when you put the car in Park and automatically disengages if you take it out of Park (Which is how they should have been when they invented the EPB; I don't know why it took so long to tie them together!) or otherwise try and move. I hate EPBs but the way it's been implemented in the Yaris models is very intuitive and isn't as big a PITA as it's been in some cars I've played with.

If it’s a Yaris hybrid that’s she’s after, then there isn’t a problem with electronic handbrakes. I’ve had a Yaris Cross for the past 15 months and never use the hand brake. When stopped at traffic lights, junctions or stationary behind other vehicles, I just keep my right foot on the brake pedal until I need to accelarate. That’s the beauty of ECVT gearboxes, you don’t have to apply the handbrake every time you stop.

I dont think replacing your headlights will fix a "headlight system malfunction" error. Firstly, the headlights are not canbus connected. Its a simple 12v supply for dip, high, tail and drl lights. Theres is no feedback to the body ECU on the Toyota wiring diagrams. If this is the error you are seeing, then its likely related to the "auto high beam" feature which comes with TSS models (Toyota Safety Sense).. eg if it has cameras attached to windscreen behind rear view mirror. Check camera vision on windcscreen is clean as a basic check. Otherwise its likely to be a TSS communication related issue with body/dash ECU.

I was just glad when I finally retrained myself to stop trying to press a non-existent clutch

We knew they were making losses on the GR Yaris - it was simply a cost of racing and homologation. They are now turning this into a viable business. I think the prices are realistic and means that they can support and cater for the customer segment that buys them. It is still one of a kind. There is nothing else out there like it. This just further cements its status as a future classic.

Should do wonders for the residuals of existing GR's!!

One possible check you can do while under the car: listen to the transmission with a wooden stick, etc. Place one end on the gearbox body and the other end firmly against your ear. You can also use a stethoscope (if you have a doctor friend...) Check also the driveshaft support bearing...

G110 and J6 are GV (gigabit video) which is a digital connection only The PDF above is for the MK4 Yaris here is the pinout from the Yaris EWD F131 for an aftermarket camera, all you need is pins 28 and 29 for video in (F131), as you get your camera power from the rear light, check for 12v when in reverse on F129 pin 29 you can buy a plug and play lead as above (select C30) https://a.aliexpress.com/_EyFkKwl

I pranged the wing of my Merc. A new wing and paint came £650. The garage that did it was not satisfied with the colour match. It was only visible if you knew to look. Many years ago someone who was an ex-professional painter did a friend's Jaguar. The colour was a rose quartz. He was not pleased with the result and also resprayed the whole side. I think Chips will probably be right.

You're not missing anything with the Nav (AA/ACP's better for that anyway which is why I think they thought they could get away with omitting it) or JBL (I honestly think the normal sound system is better balanced against road noise unless you're just parked up listening to music). I do think the best thing I did for mine was slapping the 15's on it though - I reckon I would have cracked at least one of the 17's by now on a pothole!! I can't even imagine how people who picked the GR Sport with its 18" rims deal with them!! It is fun to fling about though isn't it?

Just an update on the Auris I had a months warranty left on car so they came and picked it up on a flat bed and took it away ! They had it on scanner and let it tick over for a while and took it for a long drive and it was fine to my disbelief ,the only thing I can think of is when it was on the back of the wagon jigging about the air lock burped out ! they didn’t do nothing at all the pipes at all they said it’s been fine ever since up to half way on gauge and heater great ….. sorry I could not find the problem

I think that the volume button works if the sat nav is talking at the time. However, I would like to just either mute it or have it at a normal volume. Most of the time I don't need the instructions, so mute by default would be handy. If I overlook to press the mute button whilst selecting a destination, I have to go back into the destination entry and recalculate the route. That just seems a bit long-winded. A mute button on the sat nav screen may be a better solution

I hear you dude, just getting used to the car. I will always remember to put it in park before switch off, but what I was getting at is even after pressing stop to stop the car, and then putting it in park and then pressing stop agaim, it still doesn't activate the e brake. Give me good old pull up manual handbrake, like the auris :)

Instantly is true, however if you are lazy the car will switch automatically after a time. AFAIK that time is not adjustable.

So you stay in D and manually enable parking brake? I never considered that, just switching to P when I anticipate longer than a minute stay

North, a week ago they had a GR86 next to it too.

After my tyre change Friday I checked my battery voltage after getting home - 11.99v. I put it on charge for 48hrs. This morning, 24hrs later, pleased to see it sitting at 12.67v. Note @Derek.w figure above.

HAPPY EASTER !!!!!

A bigger reason is that the changes to Sunday Trading and Trading laws mean these traditional days and celebration days are now just normal working days for many people, so they cannot celebrate them even if they wanted to, they have lost their significance. Go back before 1994 and most shops were closed on a Sunday, it was a day for spending time with your family, for the religious for going to church, or doing hobbies or interests, since the changes in 1994 it's now just another working day for most people. Same with the public holidays, they used to be holidays for most people, but now most shops and many public-facing businesses are open and trading, making it just another working day. It wasn't the "woke brigade" that did this, but rather businesses wanting to trade on Sundays and public holidays.

Hi Peter, pre 2009 It was less common to find DPFs in diesel cars, especially for older models. There might be some exceptions where manufacturers included them earlier to meet upcoming regulations or improve fuel efficiency. From 2009 onwards In most countries with stricter emission standards, diesel cars manufactured after 2009 around Euro 5 regulations typically have DPFs installed as standard equipment. There can always be exceptions, so check for a DPF specifically on the car you're interested in. You can also look in the Owner's Manual,this is probably the best source. It has been known for some manufacturers to put stickers indicating that it has a DPF. You could also give Toyota a ring and ask about the year you are interested in. As far as the car you are interested in it appears to have been well looked after. As Tony above has mentioned rust may well be a major factor especially with a car of this age. Gather as much information as possible about the car, previous MOTs etc to see if any rust issues have been mentioned.Hope this helps,good luck.

Traditions only last as long as they are followed by the general public. British traditions are waning for two main reasons - intermarriage of different cultures, and wide disinterest in traditions by younger members of society. And it doesn’t help the situation when the “woke” brigade are endlessly endeavouring to change our natural beliefs.

Hi Neil,There isn't one definitive date for Toyota phasing out manual handbrakes across all their models. The industry as a whole is moving towards electronic parking brakes, but Toyota's adoption varies by car model.Look for used Toyota Yaris models online or at dealerships. Look at the year and see if the listing mentions a manual or electronic handbrake. This will give you a Idea of when the switch might have happened around the Yaris model specifically. The Toyota website might have archived information on past Yaris models. Check their past models section or use the search function for the Yaris and see if you can find specifications for older versions mentioning the handbrake type. Hope this helps

I agree the original GR Circuit Pack i had on order and i think it was 33-34k BUT i cancelled the order as the waiting time was too long and bought a VW Golf R. I am glad in the end as they are a great car if you have another daily but my friend has one and it has it limitations as a daily. However anyone buying an original has done well on resale values even though the market is getting flooded with second hand ones. I do think the new one is nicer but not a 44k car but saying that the new CHR isn't a 44k car it's just the crazy prices of new cars.

@Countryside I think I worked out when I was checking the voltage every day that my Yaris Cross was pretty safe if I left it untouched for 10-14 days but I accept while the voltage might be OK, without a load tester, no way of being sure. I recall in the 70's having difficulty starting my MG midget. I charged up the battery but it was still slow to turn over so I took the car to a motorist shop, those were the days, and he put a load tester on it and confirmed the battery was on its last legs.

Erm, lessee... How often: Every week day; Sometimes on weekends (Which are usually long, runs 1-2 hours up and then down again), but a lot less lately. Time spent must be a good 3-4 hours a weekday depending on traffic. Weekend days varies wildly between zero and 6 depending on Weekly mileage, I guess 150-200 miles depending on work, and eventful weekends can add another 3-400 worst case but that's unusual, more usually 100-200. Don't use a charger, although I keep a noco jumpstarter in the car now juuust in case (I really should check the charge level in that...) I do think the 2 hour drive I went on when I first picked up the car really helped the battery though I think my normal use case for the car is nearly ideal for it - It's mostly a mix of urban and fast A-roads which lets the hybrid system really strut its stuff.

My daily Ready mode this month is 1hr 15min. In February it averaged 1hr 10min. During the week there was a 20 minutes trip each morning and again in the evening to drop off or pick up from the school bus. I was static for half that time. I think many people coming from the traditional ICE automatically switch off when coming to a stop. If someone remains in the car, it is better to leave it in Ready mode.

Sadly not the case. Toyota saved some money on the earlier models by only fitting a smaller capacity 12v battery having known that it wasn't carrying as much load as on a conventional ICE vehicle. Unfortunately this means that the standby draw (power drawn even when off eg; alarm system) is a larger proportion of the battery's capacity. This in turn means that the 12v battery can be drained relatively quickly if the vehicle is unused. This was a particular problem during the Covid pandemic lock-downs and there are occasional reports of people finding the car to be dead after a couple of weeks in an airport carpark. Although the 12v battery doesn't do anything to start the engine it does have to power a relay to connect the traction battery to start the system. If the 12v battery is dead the car is as well. Even the central locking might not work. I think that later models have a more normal capacity battery fitted.

I believe it's the other way round for the temperature - the petrol engine has to be running for you to have heating but the air conditioning is electric so will run without the petrol engine. As long as the car is in ready mode, the 12V battery is being charged by the hybrid one. This happens even when the petrol engine is off. When the hybrid battery charge drops to a certain level, the petrol engine will start up to recharge it a bit. This cycles as necessary depending on charge level.