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#26 of 178 Cruise control for 2007 Hatchback Yaris by ldbennett

Feb 10, 2008 (5:33 am)

The sedan has an option of a crusie control from the factory. I would guess the computer for the sedan has the softwarea already in it for the cruise control while the hatchback most definitely does not. The kit I installed in my hatchback was easy to install and works great. It does not use embedded software in the cars computer but has its own computer which is inserted between the electric foot throttle controller and the rest of the cars computer systems. This entire discussion is about a 2007 and the 2008 could be different (???).
 
Anyway Toyota of the western USA tells me that the Yaris hatchback is an entry level car and as such has few available options compared to the sedan. They planned it that way and highly recommended against adding a cruise control regardless that the Gulf States Toyota distributor worked with the manufacturer of this cruise control for the hatchback.
 
LDBennett

#27 of 178 Yaris Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers by dake

Feb 10, 2008 (12:29 pm)

Well, it started over in the Echo thread, but I wanted to get Variable spd intermittent wipers for our new '08 Yaris, since it's not even offered as an option here in the States.
 
After looking at the new Camry's I realized they looked the same and sure 'nuff, for those who are curious, the '08 Camry switch works in the Yaris! So, my wife is now the proud owner of one of the only Yaris with variable speed intermittent wipers.
 
I had a buddy at the dealer who ordered it in for me, it's regularly 150 bucks, but I got his shop price on it, so that was nice. They're a huge dealer, but they still had to get the part from Japan, since it's so new. Works and looks great though. That being said, I'm sure there are a couple totaled '08 Camry's out there already for the intrepid junk-yard explorer.
 
It's as easy to change out as the Echo. You remove three screws, pop the plastic housing off the steering column, and then there's a little plastic tab that hold the whole wiper switch relay onto the column. You pop it out and undo two connectors and then reverse the process with the the new switch.

#28 of 178 Re: Yaris Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers [dake] by dake

Feb 10, 2008 (4:18 pm)

Replying to: dake (Feb 10, 2008 12:29 pm)
Oh, and the part # is 84652-47031 Switch, Windshield

#29 of 178 Re: Yaris Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers [dake] by bamacar

Feb 10, 2008 (4:54 pm)

Replying to: dake (Feb 10, 2008 4:18 pm)
Thank you dake for the info. I might have to make a similar purchase and installation in the coming months.

#30 of 178 Re: Bigger TRD Rims and Tires [crazedcommuter] by pod_racer

May 05, 2008 (7:38 pm)

Replying to: crazedcommuter (Aug 10, 2007 4:34 pm)
I have had my Yaris hatchback since June '06 and I ordered it with the 18" TRD rims with PZero's. I LOVE IT! The handling is fantastic and I get 37mpg with mixed highway/city driving consistently. I have 27,000 miles on the tires and I'm down to about 60% on the treads. I'm planning on replacing the PZero's with Hankook's that I can get through the local Toyota dealership for $165 each installed. The road noise is definitely louder and the ride is rougher, but I don't care because the car looks great and the improved handling is well worth the trade-off to me.

#31 of 178 Aftermarket Accessories by themadtrucker

Jun 01, 2008 (11:55 am)

I have seen a few Yaris sedans driving around that have a small wing on the trunk. I have an 07 Yaris sedan and would like to find one if anybody knows where to get one?
 
Also I would like to find where I could pick up the factory fog lamps?
 
Below is a pic I found of a Yaris the same color and style as mine with both features.
 
http://www.cars.com/features/autoshows/2006/losangeles/coverage/images/07_Toyota- _Yaris_frontangle_trs_430.jpg
 
Finally one last thing does anybody know if there are after market heated mirrors, I have had them in my last few vehicles and find them extremely handy in wet conditions.

#32 of 178 Re: Yaris Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers [dake] by jetfirek

Jun 24, 2008 (8:35 pm)

Replying to: dake (Feb 10, 2008 12:29 pm)
I went to buy a Yaris today and they were sold out. I then ordered the sports Yaris and my grandson put every option they had on it except I said NO LOUD TAIL PIPES, NO BLUE LIGHTS ON THE FLOOR.. The car came to over 19,000 and I think I am going to love it...
 
It does have from factory the intermitted wipers and I think is standard on this S model. Has every option they offered...I forgot to get the arm rest so will call to add it on tomorrow ..do you have the arm rest? It looks petty unstable or like it is an add on? let me know please...thanks in advance

#33 of 178 Re: Yaris Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers [jetfirek] by dake

Jun 25, 2008 (6:52 am)

Replying to: jetfirek (Jun 24, 2008 8:35 pm)
The arm rest is quite stable in ours. It gets in the way of the emergency brake a little bit, but you get used to it's position pretty quickly and it's not really a factor.
 
Yeah, the Yaris has intermittent wipers but not variable speed intermittent wipers which is what we were talking about earlier. So, you can't choose between slow, slower and slowest. You just get the one spd which always seem to be just slightly not what the weather requires.

#34 of 178 Re: The Rostra Cruise Control works!!! [ldbennett] by commuter9

Jun 27, 2008 (4:57 pm)

Replying to: ldbennett (Aug 02, 2007 1:59 pm)
I installed a Rostra on my 2007 hatchback. I commute 100 miles a day and really appreciate it. For eBayers, Courtesy Toyota of Tampa has a listing under Yaris for the Rostra CC at $225 plus $12 shipping. The parts are warranteed for one year by Toyota, since it is listed as an OEM part. You can get the install manual from the Rostra web site tech support page. It was practically a no-brainer, but finding some of the components, especially the transaxle connector took me awhile. The pictures are basically lousy. Be sure to slide the control switch's pins in according to the color swatches on the plug. The blue from the switch goes in at the blue swatch but connects to the orange wire of the control module. The squeeze on wire connectors are a pain, must use pliers, and I suggest after you install and it is working correctly, you go back and solder them. If you have big hands, you are going to get scratched up (if you have small hands, you are going to get scratched up). This is the fourth cruise control I have installed in a vehicle, and it was the easiest. No vacuum hoses or servos to fool with and find places under the hood for. Also, no need to take out the fender liner, as the instructions say. Just jack up the left wheel and pop the front liner button off, then bend back the liner to feed the red wire through. I cut it and pushed it through the fender well grommet impaled on an icepick into the cabin, then used a crimp connector. Much, much easier. Most of the wiring is too long, so you have to cram it and wedge it out of sight. Double stick pads don't hold on the control module, so I used epoxy puddy, instead. Oh, by the by, if you don't already know, the Yaris radio does not have a security code, ("entry level car", remember?), so ignore the instruction to write it down. Finding a good spot for the control switch on the column is a slight problem. Your knee might hit it, if you install as recommended. I moved mine back. I can't see it, because of the steering wheel, but I still know it is there . They can try to shame us by saying the Yaris is an entry level car, but with the money I am saving on gas, I am literally getting it for free. I have kept my much loved 2001 Trooper 5 speed, and it's 16 MPG to use as a workhorse and swamp buggy.
 
The Swamprat Commuter

#35 of 178 Re: Toyota Yaris Cruise Control [jwesselx] by awad

Oct 07, 2008 (11:38 pm)

Replying to: jwesselx (Feb 09, 2008 12:06 pm)
Hi, I have a Yaris Sedan, and the dealer here in Oman doesnt know what is the kit number. So since you have installed it on your car can you please provide the Kit number?
 
thanks alot

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