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TABLE OF CONTENTS Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, Before driving mirrors, and steering column When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information Interior Air conditioning as well as other interior features for a features comfortable driving experience Maintenance Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- and care yourself maintenance, and maintenance information...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 1-6. Theft deterrent system Before driving Engine immobilizer system ......102 Theft prevention labels 1-1. Key information (for U.S.A.) ....... 105 Keys ........26 1-7. Safety information 1-2. Opening, closing and Correct driving posture ..106 locking the doors SRS airbags .......
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2-3. Operating the lights and 3-2. Using the audio system windshield wipers Using the AUX port/ USB port......247 Headlight switch....199 Using the steering wheel Windshield wipers and audio switches....248 washer ......204 Using the microphone ..249 Rear window wiper and washer ......
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Maintenance and care When trouble arises 4-1. Maintenance and care 5-1. Essential information Cleaning and protecting Emergency flashers.... 362 the vehicle exterior ... 274 If your vehicle needs to Cleaning and protecting be towed ......363 the vehicle interior ....
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Vehicle specifications Index 6-1. Specifications Abbreviation list ....478 Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).... 428 Alphabetical index.... 479 Fuel information ....439 Tire information ....443 What to do if..... 487 6-2. Customization Customizable features ..457 6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ....
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Pictorial index Exterior Windshield wipers P. 204 Moon roof P. 93 Front turn signal lights P. 187 Outside rear view mirrors Daytime running lights P. 87 P. 201 Hood P. 294 Parking lights P. 199 Side turn signal lights P.
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Rear side marker lights P. 199 Rear window wiper P. 208 Fuel filler door P. 97 Rear window defogger P. 245 Side doors Back door P. 54 P. 61 Rear turn signal lights P. 187 License plate lights P. 199 Tires ●Rotation P.
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Pictorial index Interior Bottle holders P. 257 Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 315 Head restraints P. 75 SRS front passenger airbag P. 108 Seat belts P. 77 Glove box Rear seat P. 73 P. 254 Console box P. 255 Floor mat P.
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Sun visors P. 258 Moon roof P. 93 Front sunshade P. 264 Vanity mirrors P. 259 Rear sunshade P. 264 Rear interior light P. 251 SRS curtain shield airbags P. 108 Assist grips P. 266 Front interior lights P. 251 Moon roof switch P.
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Pictorial index Interior Inside lock button P. 54 Window lock switch P. 89 Power window switches P. 89 Door lock switch P. 54 tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Vehicles with an automatic transmission Auxiliary box P. 256 Power outlet P. 261 Shift lever P. 178 Shift lock override button P. 409 Seat heater switches P. 262 Cup holders P. 256 Parking brake lever P. 188 AUX port/USB port P.
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Pictorial index Interior Vehicles with a manual transmission Auxiliary box P. 256 Power outlet P. 261 Shift lever P. 185 Seat heater switches P. 262 Cup holders P. 256 Parking brake lever P. 188 AUX port/USB port P. 247 VSC OFF switch P.
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Pictorial index Instrument panel Emergency flasher switch P. 362 Engine (ignition) switch Clock P. 260 (vehicles with a smart key system) P. 169 Fuel filler door opener P. 97 Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever P. 84 : If equipped tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Pictorial index Instrument panel Air conditioning system P. 238 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch P. 245 tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Windshield wipers and washer switch P. 204 Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 208 Headlight switch P. 199 Turn signal lever P. 187 Paddle shift switches P. 178 Steering wheel audio switches Cruise control switch P. 248 P.
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Pictorial index Instrument panel Outside rear view mirror switches P. 87 Hood release lever P. 294 tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Pictorial index Luggage compartment Luggage cover P. 270 Cargo hooks P. 269 Cargo hooks P. 269 Auxiliary boxes P. 269 Luggage compartment light P. 62 : If equipped tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Scion A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Scion vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that Scion does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Scion vehicle.
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● Cruise control system ● Anti-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Scion dealer for precautionary measures or spe- cial instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Furthermore, these computers do not record con- versations, sounds or pictures. ● Data usage Scion may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc- tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality. Scion will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except: •...
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Event data recorder This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main pur- pose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.
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● Disclosure of the EDR data Scion will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: • An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is obtained • In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern- ment agency •...
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CAUTION ■ General precautions while driving Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi- cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
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This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Scion and its equipment.
Before driving 1-1. Key information 1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Keys ........26 Power windows ....89 1-2. Opening, closing and Moon roof......93 locking the doors 1-5. Refueling Smart key system ....30 Wireless remote control ..48 Opening the fuel tank cap ........
1-1. Key information Keys The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Vehicles without a smart key system (type A) Keys Operating the wireless remote control function (P. 48) Key number plate Vehicles without a smart key system (type B) Keys Operating the wireless remote control function (P.
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1-1. Key information Using the mechanical key (if equipped) To take out the mechanical key, push the release button and take the key out. After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key.
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Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key (without a smart key system) or mechanical key (with a smart key system) is lost, a new key can be made by your Scion dealer using the key number plate. (P. 410) ■...
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When a vehicle key is lost (vehicles with a smart key system) If the key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit your Scion dealer immediately with all remaining electronic key that was pro- vided with your vehicle.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Smart key system The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should always carry the electronic key.) Locks and unlocks the doors (P. 31) Locks and unlocks the back door (P.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Unlocking and locking the doors Side door handles Grip the driver’s door handle to unlock the door. Grip the passen- ger’s door handle to unlock all the doors. Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Back door Press the unlock button to unlock all the doors. The door cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the door is locked. Lock the back door again when you leave the vehicle. The back door will not lock automatically after it has been opened and then closed.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Antenna location and effective range ■ Antenna location Antennas outside the cabin Antenna outside the luggage compartment Antennas inside the cabin tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected) When locking or unlock- ing the doors The system can be oper- ated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of either of the out- side side door handles or back door lock/unlock but-...
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Operation signals A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice) ■ When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the upper part of the side door handle Touch both lock sensors on the upper and lower parts of the side door handle simul-...
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Alarms and warning indicators A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning lights are used to prevent theft of the vehicle and unforeseeable accidents resulting from erroneous operation. ● When any warning lights come on Take appropriate measures depending on which warning light comes on.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Alarm Situation Correction procedure The “ENGINE START STOP” switch was turned to ACCESSORY mode Turn the “ENGINE while the driver’s door was START STOP” switch open (or the driver’s door off and close the was opened while the Interior alarm driver’s door...
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Alarm Situation Correction procedure The electronic key has a Replace the electronic low battery key battery An attempt was made to Interior alarm start the engine without the Start the engine with pings once electronic key being the electronic key present, or the electronic...
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Security feature If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again. ■ Switching the door unlock function It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks using the wireless remote control.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Battery-saving function In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to pre- vent the vehicle battery from discharging and the electronic key battery from depleting. ● When the entry function has not been used for 5 days or more ●...
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Conditions affecting operation The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart key system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system from operating properly.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Notes for the entry function ● Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the system may not operate properly in the following cases. • The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Notes for locking the doors ● Touching the door lock sensor while wearing gloves may delay or prevent lock operation. Remove the gloves and touch the lock sensor again. ● When the lock operation is performed using the lock sensor, recognition signals will be shown up to two consecutive times.
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(2 m) of the vehicle. ● The smart key system can be deactivated in advance. Contact your Scion dealer for details. ■ To operate the system properly Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside of the vehicle.
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• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers • Induction cookers • Table lamps ■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted P. 332 ■ Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer Settings (e.g. smart key system) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 457) tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Certification for the smart key system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. : For U.S. mainland only For vehicles sold in Canada tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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(P. 34) The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary, the entry function can be disabled. Ask your Scion dealer for details, such as the frequency of radio waves and timing of the emitted radio waves.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Wireless remote control The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi- cle. Vehicles without a smart key system (type A) Locks all the doors Unlocks all the doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Vehicles with a smart key system Locks all the doors Unlocks all the doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Sounds the alarm (press and hold) (P.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Panic mode Vehicles without a smart key system When is pressed for longer than about one second, an alarm will sound intermittently and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Conditions affecting operation The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow- ing situations: Vehicles without a smart key system ● Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facil- ity that generates strong radio waves ●...
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■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted P. 332 ■ Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 457) ■ Certification for wireless remote control (vehicles without a smart key system) For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Certification for wireless remote control (vehicles with a smart key sys- tem) For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. : For U.S. mainland only For vehicles sold in Canada tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch. ■ Wireless remote control P. 48 ■ Entry function (vehicles with a smart key system) P.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Door lock switch Locks all the doors Unlocks all the doors ■ Inside lock buttons Locks the door Unlocks the door The side doors can be opened by pulling the inside handle even if the lock buttons are in the lock position.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Locking the side doors from the outside without a key Move the inside lock button to the lock position. STEP Close the door. STEP Vehicles without a smart key system The door cannot be locked if either of the front doors is open and the key is in the engine switch.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Automatic door locking and unlocking systems The following functions can be set or canceled: Function Operation Shift position linked Shifting the shift lever out of P locks all the door locking function doors. Shift position linked Shifting the shift lever to P unlocks all the door unlocking func-...
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ Setting and canceling the functions To switch between setting and canceling, follow the procedure below. Vehicles without a smart key system STEP Close all the doors and turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
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Using the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key system) The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. (P. 411) ■ Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 457) tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION ■ To prevent an accident Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in death or serious injury. ●...
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Back door The back door can be locked/unlocked and opened by the following procedures. ■ Locking and unlocking the back door Entry function (vehicles with a smart key system) P. 30 Wireless remote control P.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors When closing the back door Lower the back door using the back door handle, and make sure to push the back door down from the outside to close it. ■ Luggage compartment light The luggage compartment light turns on when the back door is opened with the luggage compartment light switch on.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ■ If the back door opener is inoperative The back door can be unlocked from the inside. Remove the cover. STEP To protect the cover, place a rag between the flathead screwdriver and the cover as shown in the illustration.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION ■ Caution while driving ● Keep the back door closed while driving. If the back door is left open, it may hit near-by objects while driving or lug- gage may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident. In addition, exhaust gases may enter the vehicle, causing death or a seri- ous health hazard.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION ■ Operating the back door Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in death or serious injury. ● Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the back door before opening it.
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If a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the back door, it may suddenly shut again after being opened, causing someone’s hands, head or neck to be caught and injured. When installing an accessory part to the back door, using a genuine Scion part is recommended. NOTICE ■...
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats Seatback angle adjustment lever Seat position adjustment lever Vertical height adjustment lever (driver’s side only) Seatback lock release lever tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Moving front seats for rear seat entry ■ Getting in the vehicle Driver’s seat For easy access to the rear seat, use the seatback lock release lever. When the seatback lock release lever is used, the seat’s original position is memorized, so the seat may be returned to that original position.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front passenger’s seat For easy access to the rear seat, use either the seatback lock release lever or the seatback angle adjustment lever. Lift the seatback lock release lever or seatback angle adjust- ment lever.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Active head restraints When the occupant’s lower back presses against the seatback during a rear-end collision, the head restraint moves slightly for- ward and upward to help reduce the risk of whiplash on the seat occupant.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front passenger’s seat Slide the seat backward and then lift the seatback. The seat will be locked in the rearmost position of the slide range, and the seatback will be locked in the most upright position. The seat position will be locked part way if the seatback is lifted while sliding the seat backward.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION ■ Seat adjustment ● To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, do not recline the seat more than necessary. If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident.
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Rear seats Pull up the seatback angle adjustment lever until the lock is released. Folding down the rear seatbacks Pull the seatback angle adjust- ment lever and fold them down. To return the rear seatbacks to their original positions, unlock the seatbacks by pulling the seatback angle adjustment lever and lift...
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION ■ When folding the rear seatbacks down Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ● Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving. ● Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or 1 (manual transmission).
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Head restraints Head restraints are provided for all seats. Front seats Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pressing the lock release button. Lock release button Rear seats Pull the head restraints up.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) ■ Installing the head restraints Align the head restraint with the installa- tion holes and push it down to the lock position. Press and hold the lock release button when lowering the head restraint. ■...
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seat belts Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driv- ing the vehicle. ■ Correct use of the seat belts Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, does come into contact with the...
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seat belt pretensioners (front seats) The pretensioners help the seat belts to quickly restrain the occu- pants by retracting the seat belts when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal collision.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) ■ Emergency locking retractor (ELR) The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend so that you can move around fully.
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Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt for more than one person at once, including children. ● Scion recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system. ●...
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION ■ Pregnant women Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P. 77) Women who are pregnant should position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occu- pants.
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● Ensure that the belt and plate are locked and the belt is not twisted. If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact your Scion dealer. ● Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been involved in a serious accident, even if there’s no obvious damage.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION ■ Using a seat belt extender ● Do not wear the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without the extender. ● Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system because the belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, increas- ing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident.
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Steering wheel The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position. Hold the steering wheel and STEP push the lever down. Adjust to the ideal position by STEP moving the steering wheel horizontally and vertically.
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Anti-glare inside rear view mirror The rear view mirror’s position can be adjusted to enable sufficient confirmation of the rear view in accordance with the driver’s seating posture. Adjusting the height of rear view mirror Adjust the height of the rear view mirror by moving it up and down.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION ■ Caution while driving Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving. Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Outside rear view mirrors Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch. To select a mirror to adjust, STEP press the switch. Left Right To adjust the mirror, press the STEP switch. Right Down Left Folding the mirrors...
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) ■ Mirror angle can be adjusted when Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Vehicles with a smart key system The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Power windows The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches. Operating the switch moves the windows as follows: Closing One-touch closing (driver’s window only) Opening One-touch opening (driver’s window only) : To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the oppo-...
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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof ■ The power windows can be operated when Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON” position. Vehicles with a smart key system The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■...
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If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the beginning. If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after performing the above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof CAUTION ■ Closing the windows Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Moon roof Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. Open Push “OPEN” to tilt up. To tilt down, push and hold “CLOSE”. To fully open, push “OPEN” again at the tilt up position.
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After this, to make the automatic opening function and jam protection func- tion available again, press and hold the “CLOSE” switch until the moon roof closes fully and then opens slightly. If the functions do not activate, contact your Scion dealer. ■ To reduce moon roof wind noise Drive with the moon roof opened to slightly before the fully open position as driving with the moon roof opened fully will cause wind noise.
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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof CAUTION ■ Opening the moon roof Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury. ● Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi- cle while it is moving.
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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof NOTICE ■ Operating the moon roof ● There is the possibility that water or rain will get into the vehicle if you operate the moon roof after a rainfall, snowfall or car wash. Wipe the moon roof dry with a cloth before operating it.
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: ■ Before refueling the vehicle ● Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed.
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1-5. Refueling Turn the fuel tank cap slowly STEP to open. Hang the fuel tank cap on the STEP back of the fuel filler door. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-5. Refueling Closing the fuel tank cap After refueling, turn the fuel tank cap until you hear a click. Once the cap is released, it will turn slightly in the opposite direction. ■ Fuel types Unleaded gasoline (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or higher) tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-5. Refueling CAUTION ■ When refueling the vehicle Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ● After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity.
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Do not top off the fuel tank. ■ When replacing the fuel cap Do not use anything but a genuine Scion fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in death or serious injury.
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.
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1-6. Theft deterrent system Vehicles with a smart key system The indicator light flashes after the “ENGINE START STOP” switch has been turned off to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flash- ing after the “ENGINE START STOP”...
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1-6. Theft deterrent system ■ Certifications for the engine immobilizer system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. Vehicles without a smart key system Vehicles with a smart key system For vehicles sold in Canada NOTICE ■ To ensure the system operates correctly Do not modify or remove the system.
1-6. Theft deterrent system Theft prevention labels (for U.S.A.) These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from sto- len vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture Drive with a good posture as follows: Sit upright and well back in the seat. (P. 67) Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached easily depressed to the extent required.
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ While driving ● Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat. Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. ● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback. A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the driver or passenger.
1-7. Safety information SRS airbags The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury. SRS front airbags SRS driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front pas-...
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1-7. Safety information SRS side and curtain shield airbags SRS side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants SRS curtain shield airbags Can help protect primarily the heads of occupants in the outer seats tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-7. Safety information SRS airbag system components Front impact sensors Side airbags Front passenger occupant SRS warning light classification system (ECU Side impact sensors (rear) and sensors) Driver airbag Knee airbags Front passenger’s seat belt Side impact sensors (front buckle switch door) Driver’s seat position sen- Front passenger airbag...
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1-7. Safety information Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on the US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sensor assembly (ECU) controls airbag deployment based on infor- mation obtained from the sensors etc. shown in the system compo- nents diagram above.
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1-7. Safety information ■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags) ● The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approxi- mately 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision with a fixed wall that does not move or deform).
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1-7. Safety information ■ Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other than a collision The SRS front airbags and SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
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1-7. Safety information ■ Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbags (SRS side and curtain shield airbags) The SRS side and curtain shield airbags may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment.
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1-7. Safety information ■ When to contact your Scion dealer In the following cases, the vehicle will require inspection and/or repair. Con- tact your Scion dealer as soon as possible. ● Any of the SRS airbags have been inflated. ●...
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1-7. Safety information ● The surface of the seats with the side airbag is scratched, cracked, or other- wise damaged. ● The portion of the front pillars, rear pil- lars or roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags inside is scratched, cracked or other- wise damaged.
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ SRS airbag precautions Observe the following precautions regarding the SRS airbags. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. ● The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly.
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An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint sys- tem. Scion strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seats are safer for infants and children than the front passenger seat.
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ SRS airbag precautions ● Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean against the dashboard. ● Do not allow a child to stand in front of the SRS front passenger airbag unit or sit on the knees of a front passenger.
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ SRS airbag precautions ● Do not attach anything to or lean any- thing against areas such as the dash- board, steering wheel pad and lower portion of the instrument panel. These items can become projectiles when the SRS driver, front passenger and knee airbags deploy.
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If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Scion dealer. ● Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger’s seat.
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Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without consulting your Scion dealer. The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.
1-7. Safety information Front passenger occupant classification system Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica- tion system. This system detects the conditions of the front passen- ger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger.
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1-7. Safety information Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant clas- sification system ■ Adult “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG ON” “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights Indicator/ SRS warning light warning light Seat belt reminder light flashing Front passenger airbag Side airbag on the front passenger seat Devices...
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1-7. Safety information ■ Unoccupied “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights OFF” Indicator/ warning light SRS warning light Seat belt reminder light Front passenger airbag Deactivated Side airbag on the front passenger seat Activated Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Devices Front passenger knee airbag...
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1-7. Safety information : The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may rec- ognize him/her as a child depending on his/her physique and pos- ture.
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ Front passenger occupant classification system precautions Observe the following precautions regarding the front passenger occupant classification system. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. ● Wear the seat belt properly. ● Make sure the front passenger’s seat belt plate has not been left inserted into the buckle before someone sits in the front passenger seat.
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SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction of the front passenger occupant classification system. In this case, contact your Scion dealer immediately. ● Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat should not contact the front seatbacks.
1-7. Safety information Child restraint systems A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be prop- erly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems.
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1-7. Safety information Types of child restraints Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child: Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat Forward facing Convertible seat Booster seat tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-7. Safety information ■ When installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat When you have to use a child restraint system on the front passenger seat, adjust the following: ● The seatback to the most upright posi- tion ●...
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● Scion strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that con- forms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to acci- dent statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ Child restraint precautions ● A forward-facing child restraint system may be installed on the front pas- senger seat only when it is unavoidable. A child restraint system that requires a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat since there is no top tether strap anchor for the front passenger seat.
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ When children are in the vehicle Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious injuries that could result in death.
1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints Follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil- dren) system.
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1-7. Safety information Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) An anchor bracket is provided for each rear seat. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-7. Safety information Installation with LATCH system Fold the seatback while pulling STEP the seatback angle adjustment lever up. Return the seatback and secure it at the first lock position. Type A Latch the hooks of the lower STEP straps onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top...
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1-7. Safety information Type B Latch the buckles onto the STEP LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.
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1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat ■ Fold the seatback while pulling STEP the seatback angle adjustment lever up. Return the seatback and secure it at the first lock position.
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1-7. Safety information Fully extend the shoulder belt STEP and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended. While pushing the child restraint STEP system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.
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1-7. Safety information Forward facing Convertible seat ■ Fold the seatback while pulling STEP the seatback angle adjustment lever up. Return the seatback and secure it at the first lock position. Place the child restraint system STEP on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.
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1-7. Safety information Fully extend the shoulder belt STEP and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended. While pushing the child restraint STEP system into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.
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1-7. Safety information ■ Booster seat Fold the seatback while pulling STEP the seatback angle adjustment lever up. Return the seatback and secure it at the first lock position. Place the child restraint system STEP on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.
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1-7. Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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1-7. Safety information Child restraint systems with a top tether strap Fold the seatback while pulling STEP the seatback angle adjustment lever up. Return the seatback and secure it at the first lock position. Secure the child restraint system STEP using the seat belt or the LATCH anchors, and adjust the head restraint to the uppermost posi-...
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ When installing a booster seat To prevent the belt from going into ALR lock mode, do not fully extend the shoulder belt. ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only. This could cause injury or discomfort to the child. (P. 79) ■...
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ When installing a child restraint system ● Only put a forward-facing child restraint system on the front seat when unavoid- able. When installing a forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as pos- sible even if the “AIR BAG OFF”...
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1-7. Safety information CAUTION ■ Do not use a seat belt extender If a seat belt extender is used when installing a child restraint system, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of sud- den braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
When driving 2-1. Driving procedures 2-2. Instrument cluster Driving the vehicle.... 150 Gauges and meters ..190 Engine (ignition) switch Indicators and (vehicles without a warning lights ....194 smart key system)..165 Engine (ignition) switch 2-3. Operating the lights and (vehicles with a windshield wipers smart key system)..
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv- ing: ■ Starting the engine P. 165, 169 ■ Driving Automatic transmission With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. STEP (P.
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Stopping Automatic transmission With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal. STEP If necessary, set the parking brake. STEP If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift lever to P or N. (P. 178) Manual transmission While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake STEP...
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2-1. Driving procedures Manual transmission While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake STEP pedal. Shift the shift lever to N. (P. 185) STEP If parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R as needed. Set the parking brake. (P. 188) STEP Vehicles without a smart key system: STEP...
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The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill ● When the accelerator pedal is released ■ Breaking in your new Scion To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is rec- ommended: ● For the first 200 miles (300 km): Avoid sudden stops.
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Eco-friendly driving (vehicles with an automatic transmission) During Eco-friendly acceleration opera- tion (Eco driving), Eco Driving Indicator Light will turn on. When the acceleration pedal is depressed excessively, or when the vehicle is stopped, the light turns off. Eco Driving Indicator Light will not oper- ate in the following conditions: ●...
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Large amounts of exhaust in the vehi- cle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer immediately. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ● On vehicles with an automatic transmission, do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control. ● Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
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2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ● Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents, resulting in death or serious injury.
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If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica- tors) Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Scion dealer as soon as possible. Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
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2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ■ When the vehicle is parked ● Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the vehicle when it is in the sun. Doing so may result in the following: • Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire.
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The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Scion dealer. Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in death or a serious health hazard.
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2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ■ When braking ● When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously. Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
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2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE ■ When driving the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission) ● Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as this may restrain driving torque. ● Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
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2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE ■ When parking the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission) Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci- dentally depressed.
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Short in electrical components ● Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have your Scion dealer check the following: ● Brake function ●...
2-1. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart key system) ■ Starting the engine Automatic transmission Check that the parking brake is set. STEP Check that the shift lever is set in P. STEP Firmly depress the brake pedal. STEP Turn the engine switch to the “START”...
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Changing engine switch positions “LOCK” The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in P.) “ACC” Some electrical components such as the power outlet can be used.
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK” Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual STEP transmission). (P. 178, 185) Push in the key and turn it to the “LOCK” STEP position. ■ If the engine does not start The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated.
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2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ■ When starting the engine Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ■...
2-1. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes. ■ Starting the engine Automatic transmission Check that the parking brake is set.
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2-1. Driving procedures Manual transmission Check that the parking brake is set. STEP Check that the shift lever is set in N. STEP Firmly depress the clutch pedal. STEP The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator will turn green. If the indicator does not turn green, the engine cannot be started. Press the “ENGINE START STEP STOP”...
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Stopping the engine Automatic transmission Stop the vehicle. STEP Shift the shift lever to P. STEP Set the parking brake. (P. 188) STEP Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. STEP Release the brake pedal and check that the indicator on the STEP “ENGINE START STOP”...
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes Modes can be changed by pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch with brake pedal (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (vehicles with a manual transmission) released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.) The emergency flashers can be used.
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2-1. Driving procedures When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other than P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode.
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Auto power off function Vehicles with an automatic transmission If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI- TION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the “ENGINE START STOP”...
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ If the engine does not start The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 102) Contact your Scion dealer. ■ Steering lock After turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function.
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2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ■ When starting the engine Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ■...
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Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch If the “ENGINE START STOP” seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Scion dealer immediately. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
2-1. Driving procedures Automatic transmission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. ■ Shifting the shift lever Vehicles without a smart key system: While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever. Vehicles with a smart key system: While the “ENGINE START STOP”...
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Shift position uses Shift position Function Parking the vehicle or starting the engine Reversing Neutral Normal driving or temporary shift range selection driving S mode driving (P. 181) : Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for the driving conditions.
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2-1. Driving procedures Selecting shift ranges in the D position To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the “-” paddle shift switch. The shift range can then be selected by operating the “-” and “+” paddle shift switches. Changing the shift range allows restric- tion of the highest gear, preventing unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of engine braking force to be selected.
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2-1. Driving procedures Changing shift range in S mode When the shift lever is in the S position, the shift lever or paddle shift switches can be operated as follows: Downshifting Upshifting The selected shift range, from 1 to 6, will be displayed in the meter.
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Shift ranges and their functions ● Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 6 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. But, the gear is limited according to selected shift range. ● You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force. ●...
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S position This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer immediately. (In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in the D position.) ■...
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2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ■ When driving on slippery road surfaces Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly. Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting in an accident. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
2-1. Driving procedures Manual transmission ■ Shifting the shift lever Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating shift lever, and then release it slowly. ■ Shifting the shift lever to R Shift the shift lever to R while lifting up the ring section. ...
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2-1. Driving procedures ■ Maximum downshifting speeds Observe the downshifting speeds in the following table to prevent over-rev- ving the engine. mph (km/h) Shift position Maximum speed 31 (50) 54 (87) 80 (129) 108 (173) 126 (203) NOTICE ■ To prevent damage to the transmission ●...
2-1. Driving procedures Turn signal lever The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions of the driver: Right turn Left turn Lane change to the right (push and hold the lever partway) The right hand signal will flash until you release the lever.
2-1. Driving procedures Parking brake To set the parking brake, fully pull the parking brake lever while depressing the brake pedal. release parking brake, slightly raise the lever and lower it com- pletely while pressing the button. U.S.A. Canada ■ Usage in winter time P.
2-1. Driving procedures Horn To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. ■ After adjusting the steering wheel Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (P.
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Odometer/trip meter display change button P. 191 Shift position and shift range (vehicles with an automatic trans- mission) Displays the selected shift position or selected shift range P.
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2-2. Instrument cluster Switching the display Items displayed can be switched by pressing the odometer/trip meter display change button. Display items ■ Odometer Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven. ■ Trip meters A and B Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset.
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2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Outside temperature display Displays the outside temperature. The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40 °F (-40 °C) to 122 °F (50 °C). ■ Eco Driving Indicator Light setting screen (vehicles with an automatic transmission) Eco Driving Indicator Light can be set to on or off.
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• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/ exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.) ● When “--” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Scion dealer. NOTICE ■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates the maximum engine speed.
2-2. Instrument cluster Indicators and warning lights The indicators and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen- ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys- tems. For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all indicators and warning lights illuminated.
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2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Indicators The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems. Turn signal indicator Headlight indicator (P. 187) (P. 199) (U.S.A) Headlight high beam Tail light indicator indicator (P. 201) (P. 199) (Canada) 1, 2 Low engine coolant...
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Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. : The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
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There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. : The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
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Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer immediately if this occurs.
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Headlight switch The headlights can be operated manually. Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows: U.S.A. The accessory, side marker, parking, tail, license plate instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above turn on.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Canada The daytime running light turns on. The accessory, side marker, parking, tail, license plate, day- time running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime run- ning lights) turn on.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Turning on the high beam headlights With the headlights on, push the lever away from you to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever toward you to the center position to turn the high beams off.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ■ Automatic light off system Vehicles without a smart key system ● When the headlights come on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds after a door is opened and closed if the engine switch is turned to the “ACC”...
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ■ Light reminder buzzer Vehicles without a smart key system A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” posi- tion and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on. Vehicles with a smart key system A buzzer sounds when the “ENGINE START STOP”...
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Windshield wipers and washer When is selected, the wiper interval can be adjusted for intermittent operation. The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows. Type A Intermittent wind- shield wiper opera- tion speed wind-...
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Washer/wiper dual opera- tion The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. Type B Intermittent wind- shield wiper opera- tion speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion High speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion...
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Washer/wiper dual opera- tion The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. ■ The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON”...
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Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat. ■ When a nozzle becomes blocked In this case, contact your Scion dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Rear window wiper and washer The wiper operation is selected by turning the end of the lever as follows: Type A Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper dual operation Washer/wiper dual operation...
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Type B Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper dual operation Washer/wiper dual operation ■ The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON”...
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers NOTICE ■ When the rear window is dry Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window. ■ When the washer fluid tank is empty Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat.
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. Indicators Cruise control switch ■ Setting the vehicle speed STEP Press the “ON-OFF” button to activate the cruise control. Cruise control indicator will come on.
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2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Adjusting the set speed To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed is obtained. Increases the speed Decreases the speed Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the lever in the desired direction.
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If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION ■ To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use. ■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations. Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
2-4. Using other driving systems Driving assist systems To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys- tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle. ■...
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The “TRAC OFF” indicator light and VSC OFF indicator light will come on. Press again to turn the systems back on. ■ When the “TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on even if the VSC OFF switch has not been pressed TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRAC and VSC systems ● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move.
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2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION ■ The ABS does not operate effectively when ● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road). ● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads. ■...
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The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle. Contact your Scion dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels. ■ Handling of tires and the suspension Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage Take notice of the following information about storage precau- tions, cargo capacity and load: ● Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible. ● Be sure all items are secured in place. ●...
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Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (P. 225) Scion does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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2-5. Driving information Calculation formula for your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight) (P. 428) When 2 people with the combined weight of A lb. (kg) are riding in your vehicle, which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight) of B lb.
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2-5. Driving information CAUTION ■ Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compart- ment: ● Receptacles containing gasoline ● Aerosol cans ■ Storage precautions Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
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2-5. Driving information CAUTION ● Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure someone during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an acci- dent. ● When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed directly behind the front seats.
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person. ■ Towing capacity Scion does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. ■ Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants.
2-5. Driving information Winter driving tips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri- ate to the prevailing weather conditions. ■ Pre-winter preparations ● Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem- peratures.
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2-5. Driving information ■ Before driving the vehicle Perform the following according to the driving conditions: ● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
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2-5. Driving information Selecting tire chains Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains. Chain size is regulated for each tire size. Side chain: 0.12 in. (3.0 mm) in diameter 1.18 in. (30.0 mm) in length 0.39 in. (10.0 mm) in width Cross chain: 0.16 in.
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2-5. Driving information Regulations on the use of tire chains Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on loca- tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing chains. ■ Tire chain installation Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains: ●...
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2-5. Driving information CAUTION ■ Driving with snow tires Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious injury. ● Use tires of the specified size. ●...
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NOTICE ■ Repairing or replacing snow tires (U.S.A. only) Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Scion dealers or legiti- mate tire retailers. This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera- tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
2-5. Driving information Trailer towing Scion does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Scion also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your vehi- cle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.
2-5. Driving information Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. NOTICE ■ To avoid serious damage to your vehicle Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
2-5. Driving information Dinghy towing (manual transmission) Your vehicle can be dinghy towed in a forward direction (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. Towing your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground To prevent damage to your vehicle, perform the following procedures before towing: Shift the shift lever to N.
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2-5. Driving information NOTICE ■ Dinghy towing direction Do not tow the vehicle backward. Doing so may cause serious damage. ■ To prevent the steering from locking Vehicles without a smart key system Ensure the engine switch is in the “ACC” position. Vehicles with a smart key system Ensure the “ENGINE START STOP”...
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Interior features 3-1. Using the air conditioning 3-3. Using the interior lights system and defogger Interior lights list ....250 • Interior lights ....251 Air conditioning system ..238 Rear window and outside 3-4. Using the storage features rear view mirror defogger switch....
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air conditioning system Temperature control knob Air outlet selector knob Fan speed control knob Cooling and dehumidification Outside/recirculated air mode button function on/off button tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings ■ Basic setting To turn on the air conditioning system and adjust the fan STEP speed, turn the fan speed control knob clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease). Turning the knob to “0” turns off the fan. To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control STEP knob clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool).
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. : Canada only Air flows mainly to the feet. : Canada only tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates. The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recircu- lated air mode even by pressing : Canada only Pressing to turn the cooling...
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the position of the air outlets Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Left side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Right side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Opening and closing the air outlets Left side outlets Open the vent. Close the vent. Right side outlets Open the vent. Close the vent. ■ Using the system in recirculated air mode The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used for an extended period of time.
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ■ When outside air temperature is below 32 °F (0 °C) The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed. ■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors ● To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode. ●...
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch The rear window defogger is used to defog the rear window, and the outside rear view mirror defogger (if equipped) is used to remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION ■ When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (if equipped) Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can become very hot and burn you. NOTICE ■...
This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle’s speakers. For more information, please refer to the “SCION Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “SCION Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. Open the cover and connect the portable audio device.
Using the steering wheel audio switches Some audio features (audio volume control, radio, CD player etc.) can be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. For more information, please refer to the “SCION Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “SCION Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. CAUTION ■...
Using the microphone The microphone can be used for the voice command in the ® Bluetooth audio system or the hands-free phone system. For more information, please refer to the “SCION Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “SCION Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights Interior lights Front Door position The interior lights come on when a door is opened. They turn off when the doors are closed. Rear Door position The interior light comes on when a door is opened. It turns off when the doors are closed.
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If the interior lights remain on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned off, the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes. ■ Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 460)
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features Glove box (P. 254) Bottle holders (P. 257) Console box (P. 255) Cup holders (P. 256) Auxiliary box (P. 256) CAUTION ■ Items that should not be left in the storage spaces Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high: ●...
3-4. Using the storage features Glove box Glove box The glove box can be opened by pulling the lever and can be locked and unlocked by using the key (vehicles without a smart key system) or the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key system). Unlock Lock Open...
3-4. Using the storage features Console box Console box Lift the lid while pulling up the knob to release the lock. CAUTION ■ Caution while driving Keep the console box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open console box or the items stored inside.
3-4. Using the storage features Auxiliary box and cup holders Auxiliary box Cup holders CAUTION ■ Items unsuitable for the cup holder Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders. Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident, causing injury.
3-4. Using the storage features Bottle holders Bottle holders Front Rear ■ When using the holder as a bottle holder ● When storing a bottle, close the cap. ● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape. NOTICE ■...
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors To set the visor in the for- ward position, flip it down. To set the visor in the side position, flip down, unhook, and swing it to the side. To use the side extender, place the visor in the side position, then slide it back- ward.
3-5. Other interior features Clock The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons. Adjusts the hours Adjusts the minutes ■ The clock is displayed when Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Vehicles with a smart key system The “ENGINE START STOP”...
3-5. Other interior features Power outlet Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than 12 VDC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W). ■ The power outlet can be used when Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ACC”...
3-5. Other interior features Seat heaters Turns on the front left seat heater (high) Turns on the front left seat heater (low) Turns on the front right seat heater (high) Turns on the front right seat heater (low) The indicator light comes on. ■...
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3-5. Other interior features CAUTION ■ Burns ● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on to avoid the possibility of burns: • Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal- lenged •...
3-5. Other interior features Sunshades ■ Front sunshade Open Push the sunshade from underneath to detach from the hook. Slide the sunshade slowly. Close Slide the sunshade closed. Secure the sunshade using the hook. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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3-5. Other interior features ■ Rear sunshade Open Push the sunshade from underneath to detach from the hook. Slide the sunshade slowly. Close Slide the sunshade closed. Secure the sunshade using the hook. NOTICE ■ To ensure normal operation of the sunshade Observe the following precautions.
3-5. Other interior features Assist grips An assist grip installed on the ceiling can be used to support your body while sitting on the seat. CAUTION ■ Assist grip Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from your seat.
3-5. Other interior features Floor mat Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet. Insert the retaining hooks STEP (clips) into the floor mat eye- lets.
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When installing the driver’s floor mat ● Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year vehicles, even if they are Scion Genuine floor mats. ● Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat. ●...
3-5. Other interior features Luggage compartment features ■ Auxiliary boxes ■ Cargo hooks Raise the hook to use. The cargo hooks are provided for securing loose items. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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3-5. Other interior features ■ Luggage cover (if equipped) Hook the side of the luggage STEP cover. Attach the front hooks of the STEP luggage cover to the rear seat head restraints. If the luggage cover cannot be hooked, recline the rear seats a little.
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3-5. Other interior features Attach the snap fasteners. STEP CAUTION ■ When the cargo hooks are not in use To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions. ■ Caution for the luggage cover (if equipped) Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the luggage cover could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing death or serious injury to the child.
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Maintenance and care 4-1. Maintenance and care 4-2. Maintenance Cleaning and protecting Maintenance the vehicle exterior..274 requirements ....281 Cleaning and protecting General maintenance..284 the vehicle interior..278 Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs......288 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition: ● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
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4-1. Maintenance and care ■ Automatic car washes ● Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the antenna and extend the mirrors before driving. ●...
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4-1. Maintenance and care CAUTION ■ When washing the vehicle Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire. ■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot. When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
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4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE ■ To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo- nents (aluminum wheels etc.) ● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases: • After driving near the sea coast • After driving on salted roads •...
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior and keep it in top condition: ■ Protecting the vehicle interior Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur- faces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.
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4-1. Maintenance and care ■ Caring for leather areas Scion recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior. ■ Shampooing the carpets There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge or brush to apply the foam.
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4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE ■ Cleaning detergents ● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi- cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces: • Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach •...
■ Repair and replacement It is recommended that genuine Scion parts be used for repairs to ensure performance of each system. If non-Scion parts are used in replacement or if a repair shop other than a Scion dealer performs repairs, confirm the war- ranty coverage.
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Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Scion dealer ● Scion technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date with the latest service information. They are well informed about the opera- tions of all systems on your vehicle.
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4-2. Maintenance CAUTION ■ If your vehicle is not properly maintained Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehicle and possible serious injury or death. ■ Handling of the battery ● Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.
Booklet” “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Scion dealer or qualified service shop for advice. Engine compartment Items Check points Check the connections. Battery (P.
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4-2. Maintenance Vehicle interior Items Check points • The accelerator pedal should Accelerator pedal move smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching). • When parked on a slope and the Automatic transmission “Park” shift lever is in P, is the vehicle mechanism securely stopped? •...
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4-2. Maintenance Items Check points • Do the head restraints move Head restraints smoothly and lock securely? • Do the indicators and buzzers Indicators/buzzers function properly? Lights • Do all the lights come on? • Does the parking brake lever move smoothly? Parking brake •...
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4-2. Maintenance Vehicle exterior Items Check points Doors • Do the doors operate smoothly? • Does the engine hood lock sys- Engine hood tem work properly? • There should not be any signs of Fluid leaks fluid leakage after the vehicle has been parked.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/ M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Scion dealer to service the vehicle. ■...
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedures as given in these sections. Items Parts and tools • Warm water • Baking soda Battery condition (P. 308) • Grease •...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Items Parts and tools • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non- amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology For the U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Items Parts and tools • Bulb with same number and watt- Light bulbs (P. 349) age rating as original • Flathead screwdriver Radiator and condenser (P. 305) • Tire pressure gauge Tire inflation pressure (P. 325) •...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions: ■ When working on the engine compartment ● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille Vehicles without a smart key system Be sure the engine switch is off. With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Hood Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood. Pull the hood release lever. STEP The hood will pop up slightly. Pull up the auxiliary catch STEP lever and lift the hood. Hold the hood open by insert- STEP ing the supporting rod into the...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ Pre-driving check Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury. ■...
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Positioning a floor jack When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor- rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury. Front Rear tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ When raising your vehicle Make sure to observe the following precautions to reduce the possibility of death or serious injury. ● Lift up the vehicle using a floor jack such as the one shown in the illustra- tion.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. ■ Checking the engine oil Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine STEP and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Adding engine oil If the oil level is below or near the low level mark, add engine oil of the same type as that already in the engine. Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before adding oil.
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Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your Scion dealer, service station or auto parts store for infor- mation concerning recycling or disposal.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE ■ To prevent serious engine damage Check the oil level on a regular basis. ■ When replacing the engine oil ● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components. ● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged. ●...
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If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, drain cock and water pump. If you cannot find a leak, have your Scion dealer test the cap and check for leaks in the cooling system. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ When the engine is hot Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap. The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns. NOTICE ■...
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Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects. If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. CAUTION ■ When the engine is hot Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri- ous injuries, such as burns.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Adding fluid Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item. Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid Items Clean funnel Disconnect the claws to remove STEP the service cover as shown in the illustration.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ When filling the reservoir Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Battery Check the battery as follows: ■ Battery exterior Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps. Terminals Hold-down clamp tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Make sure to turn off the power before disconnecting the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode prior to discharge is unknown. If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ Chemicals in the battery Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the battery: ●...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ Emergency measures regarding electrolyte ● If electrolyte gets in your eyes Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi- ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Washer fluid For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. If the washer fluid level is at “LOW”, add washer fluid. For vehicles sold in Canada If any washer does not work or the low washer fluid warning light comes on, the washer tank may be empty.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ When refilling washer fluid Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as the washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc. NOTICE ■ Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
■ Tire rotation Rotate the tires in the order shown. To equalize tire wear and extend tire life, Scion recom- mends that tire rotation is Front carried out at the same inter- val as tire inspection. Do not fail to initialize the tire...
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ID codes must be registered in the tire pressure warn- ing computer and the tire pressure warning system must be initial- ized. Have tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Scion dealer. (P. 317) tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Initializing the tire pressure warning system (U.S.A. only) ■ The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the fol- lowing circumstances: ● When rotating front and rear tires which have different tire infla- tion pressures ● When changing the tire size When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire inflation pressure is set as the pressure benchmark.
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The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, it is necessary to register the ID code. Have the ID code registered by your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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● A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of a cut or other damage If you are not sure, consult with your Scion dealer. ■ Replacing tires and wheels (U.S.A. only) If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not registered, the tire pressure warning system will not work properly.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Maximum load of tire Check that the maximum load of the replacement tire is greater than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is greater. For the GAWR, see the Certification Label.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Tire types ● Summer tires Summer tires are high-speed performance tires best suited to highway driving under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for driving on snow-covered or icy roads.
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Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the follow- ing cases, the settings have not been recorded and the system will not operate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. ●...
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Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns. Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear. ● Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Scion. ● Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply tires).
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When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Scion dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE ■ Driving on rough roads Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or pot- holes. These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the cushioning ability of the tires. In addition, driving on rough roads may cause damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels and body.
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Tire inflation pressure ■ Tire inflation pressure The recommended cold tire inflation pressure and tire size are displayed on the tire and loading information label. (P. 437) tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Inspection and adjustment procedure Tire valve Tire pressure gauge Remove the tire valve cap. STEP Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve. STEP Read the pressure using the gauge gradations. STEP If the tire inflation pressure is not at the recommended STEP level, adjust the pressure.
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Reduced driving comfort and tire life ● Reduced safety ● Damage to the drive train If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Scion dealer. ■ Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following: ●...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following conditions may occur and result in an accident causing death or serious injury: ● Excessive wear ● Uneven wear ●...
● Bent wheels that have been straightened ■ Aluminum wheel precautions ● Use only Scion wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with your aluminum wheels. ● When rotating, repairing or changing your tires, check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1000 miles (1600 km).
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ When replacing wheels (U.S.A. only) The wheels of your vehicle are equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters that allow the tire pressure warning system to provide advance warning in the event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. Whenever wheels are replaced, tire pressure warning valves and trans- mitters must be installed.
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Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn- ing valves and transmitters, make sure to have tires serviced by your Scion dealer or other qualified service shop. In addition, make sure to purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your Scion dealer.
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Wireless remote control/electronic key battery Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted. ■ You will need the following items: ● Flathead screwdriver ● Small flathead screwdriver ● Lithium battery Vehicles without a smart key system (type A): CR2016 Vehicles without a smart key system (type B): CR1620 Vehicles with a smart key system: CR1632 tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Replacing the battery (vehicles without a smart key system) Type A Remove the cover. STEP To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag. Remove the module. STEP Remove the battery cover and STEP the depleted battery.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Type B Remove the cover. STEP To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag. Remove the battery cover. STEP Remove the depleted battery. STEP Insert a new battery with the “+”...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Replacing the battery (vehicles with a smart key system) Take out the mechanical key. STEP Remove the cover. STEP To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag. Remove the depleted battery. STEP Insert a new battery with the “+”...
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Vehicles without a smart key system (type B): CR1620 Vehicles with a smart key system: CR1632 ● Batteries can be purchased at your Scion dealer, local electrical appli- ance shops or camera stores. ● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE ■ For normal operation after replacing the battery Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents: ● Always work with dry hands. Moisture may cause the battery to rust. ● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control. ●...
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Checking and replacing fuses If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary. Vehicles without a smart key system STEP Turn the engine switch off. Vehicles with a smart key system Turn the “ENGINE START STOP”...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Driver’s side instrument panel Remove the instrument panel. After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage rat- STEP ings” (P. 341) for details about which fuse to check. Remove the fuse. STEP Only type A fuses can be removed using the pullout tool.
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Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating. The amper- age rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings ■ Engine compartment Fuse Ampere Circuit FAN NO.2 30 A Electric cooling fan FAN NO.1 40 A Electric cooling fan ABS NO.2 30 A ABS, VSC ABS NO.1 50 A ABS, VSC 50 A Air conditioning system 120 A...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse Ampere Circuit H-LP LH-LO, H-LP RH-LO, H-LP H-LP MAIN 50 A LH-HI, H-LP RH-HI, headlights SPARE 10 A Spare fuse SPARE 20 A Spare fuse SPARE 30 A Spare fuse H-LP LH-HI 10 A Left hand headlight (high beam) Right hand headlight (high beam), H-LP RH-HI 10 A...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse Ampere Circuit Automatic transmission, power windows, clock, smart key system, ECU-B NO.2 10 A wireless remote control, front pas- senger occupant classification sys- Body ECU, gauges and meters, ECU-B 10 A steering sensor, wireless remote control, smart key system RAD NO.1 15 A Audio system...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Under the driver’s side instrument panel Fuse Ampere Circuit S/ROOF 30 A Moon roof FOG FR 15 A No circuit FOG RR 7.5 A No circuit Starting system, body ECU 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system 20 A Power door lock system DOOR FR 20 A...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse Ampere Circuit Seat heater (front passenger’s S/HTR FR 10 A side) IG2 NO.2 7.5 A Starting system Back-up light, automatic transmis- sion, multiport fuel injection sys- BKUP LP 7.5 A tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system Body ECU, ABS, VSC, steering ECU-IG1 NO.2 sensor Turn signal lights, emergency...
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Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix. ● Do not modify the fuse or the fuse box. NOTICE ■ Before replacing fuses Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Scion dealer, as soon as possible. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Scion dealer. For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your Scion dealer.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Rear bulb locations Tail lights and Back-up lights rear side marker lights License Rear turn signal lights plate lights tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Replacing light bulbs ■ Headlight high/low beams For easy access to the light STEP bulbs, remove the securing clip and turn and pull off the washer fluid filler opener. Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise. Unplug the bulb while depress- STEP ing the lock release.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Replace the light bulb, and install STEP the bulb base. Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with the mounting, and insert. Turn and secure the bulb base. STEP Shake the bulb base gently to check that it is not loose, turn the headlights on once and visually confirm that no light is leaking through the mounting.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Daytime running lights (Canada only) and front turn signal lights Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise. Remove the light bulb. STEP tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Parking lights Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise. Remove the light bulb. STEP tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Front side marker lights For easy access to the light bulbs, remove the securing clip STEP and turn and pull off the washer fluid filler opener. (P. 351) Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise. Remove the light bulb. STEP After replacing the bulbs, make sure to firmly install the STEP...
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Tail and rear side marker lights, rear turn signal lights and back-up lights Open the back door and remove STEP the cover. To prevent damaging the vehicle, wrap the flathead screwdriver with a rag. Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ License plate lights Open the back door and remove STEP the cover. To prevent damaging the vehicle, wrap the flathead screwdriver with a rag. Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise. Remove the light bulb. STEP tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a malfunction. Contact your Scion dealer for more information in the following situations. ● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ Replacing light bulbs ● Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning off the lights. The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns. ● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
When trouble arises 5-1. Essential information 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Emergency flashers ..362 If a warning light turns on If your vehicle needs to or a warning buzzer be towed ......363 sounds......374 If you think something If you have a flat tire..
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers The emergency flashers are used to warm other drivers when the vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc. Press the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, press the switch once again.
If your vehicle needs to be towed If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your Scion dealer or commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or flatbed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro- vincial and local laws.
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5-1. Essential information Towing with a sling-type truck Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-1. Essential information Towing with a wheel-lift type truck From the front Release the parking brake. From the rear Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-1. Essential information Using a flatbed truck If your Scion is transported by a flatbed truck, it should be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration. If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45.
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5-1. Essential information Emergency towing If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds.
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5-1. Essential information Emergency towing procedure Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 392) STEP Remove the eyelet cover using a STEP flathead screwdriver. To protect the bodywork, place a rag between the screwdriver and the vehicle body as shown in the illustration.
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5-1. Essential information Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine. STEP If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi- tion (vehicles without a smart key system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key sys- tem).
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5-1. Essential information CAUTION Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ■ When towing the vehicle Be sure to transport the vehicle with the front wheels raised or with all four wheels raised off the ground.
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5-1. Essential information NOTICE ■ To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing using a wheel-lift type truck (vehicles with an automatic transmission) Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground. ■ To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck (vehicles with a manual transmission) When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at...
5-1. Essential information If you think something is wrong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Scion dealer as soon as possible. ■ Visible symptoms ● Fluid leaks under the vehicle (Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
5-1. Essential information Fuel pump shut off system To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the supply of fuel to the engine. Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.
If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
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Stop the vehicle immediately. The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi- cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Scion dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer immediately. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer immediately.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Warning light Warning light/Details Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer- ing) system. Cruise control indicator light Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system. (Flashes) Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Follow the correction procedures. After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light goes off. Warning light Warning light/Details Correction procedure Open door warning light (warning buzzer) Check that all the doors are Indicates that a door is not closed.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Warning light Warning light/Details Correction procedure Maintenance required reminder light Indicates that mainte- nance is required accord- ing to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule. Illuminates for about 3 seconds and then flashes for about 15 seconds If necessary, perform main- approximately 4500 miles...
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When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Have the system checked Malfunction in the tire by your Scion dealer. pressure warning system. (P. 388) : Open door warning buzzer: A buzzer will sound if the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or more with any door open.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency : Driver’s seat belt buzzer: The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” or “START”...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Follow the correction procedures. (Vehicles with a smart key system) After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light goes off. Interior Exterior Warning Correction Warning light/Details buzzer buzzer light...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Warning Correction Warning light/Details buzzer buzzer light procedure Smart key system warning light Indicates that a door other than the driver’s door has Confirm the been opened and closed with location of the the “ENGINE START STOP”...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Warning Correction Warning light/Details buzzer buzzer light procedure Smart key system warning light Vehicles with an automatic • Turn the transmission only: Indicates “ENGINE that an attempt has been START made to lock a door using STOP”...
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If it is, tighten it securely. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking driving trips. If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con- tact your Scion dealer as soon as possible. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ When the tire pressure warning light comes on (U.S.A. only) Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure warning light.
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If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine Scion wheels are used. (Even if you use Scion wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.) ●...
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Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Cus- tomizable features (P. 460) However, Scion recommends that the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger when seat belts are not fastened.
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Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Scion dealer. ● Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION ■ Maintenance of the tires (U.S.A. only) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label).
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat- ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi- cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light).
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you have a flat tire Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be replaced with the spare tire. ■ Before jacking up the vehicle ● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface. ●...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the jack Remove the luggage mat. STEP Take out the jack. STEP For loosening For tightening tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the spare tire Remove the luggage mat. (P. 393) STEP Remove the tool tray. STEP Loosen the center fastener that STEP secures the spare tire. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Replacing a flat tire Chock the tires. STEP Flat tire Wheel chock positions Left-hand side Behind the rear right-hand side tire Front Right-hand side Behind the rear left-hand side tire Left-hand side In front of the front right-hand side tire Rear Right-hand side In front of the front left-hand side tire...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Turn the tire jack portion “A” by STEP hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point. The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel. They indicate the jack point positions.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Installing the spare tire Remove any dirt or foreign mat- STEP ter from the wheel contact sur- face. If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, causing the tire to come off.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Firmly tighten each wheel nut STEP two or three times in the order shown in the illustration. Tightening torque: 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools. STEP Stowing the flat tire Before stowing the flat tire,...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Pass the belts from between the STEP wheel spokes through the cen- ter hole of the wheel. Hook the other end of the belt to STEP the front cargo hook located diagonally to the used rear hook. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ Jack point guide The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel. They indicate the jack point positions. ■ When storing the luggage mat Hold the luggage mat as shown. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ The compact spare tire ● The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on the tire sidewall. Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency. ●...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION ■ When using the compact spare tire ● Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle. ●...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION ■ Using the tire jack Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack, leading to death or serious injury. ● Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and removing tire chains.
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• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. • When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install the wheel nuts with the tapered end facing inward.
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When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact your Scion dealer or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire.
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the engine will not start If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (P. 165, 169), consider each of the following points: ■ The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates normally.
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● The battery may be discharged. (P. 415) ● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi- cles with a smart key system). Contact your Scion dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or brake and clutch pedals (manual transmis- sion) firmly. Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
(a system to pre- vent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can be shifted: Set the parking brake.
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you lose your keys New genuine Scion keys can be made by your Scion dealer using the other key and the key number stamped on your key number plate. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the electronic key does not operate properly For vehicles with a smart key system: If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted (P. 30) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote control cannot be used.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Starting the engine Automatic transmission Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal. STEP Touch the Scion emblem side of STEP electronic “ENGINE START STOP” switch. If any of the doors is opened or...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Manual transmission Shift the shift lever to N and depress the clutch pedal. STEP Touch the Scion emblem side of STEP electronic “ENGINE START STOP” switch. If any of the doors is opened or...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ Stopping the engine Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmission) and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when stopping the engine. ■ Replacing the key battery As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi- cle’s battery is discharged. You can also call your Scion dealer or a qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi- cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by follow- ing the steps below.
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STEP cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con- nected. Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Scion dealer as soon as possible. ■ Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an automatic transmission) The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ Charging the battery The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer- tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the engine may be unable to start.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION ■ Battery precautions The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre- cautions when handling the battery: ● When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.
Carefully lift the hood. After the engine has cooled STEP STEP down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radiator core (radia- tor) for any leaks. Radiator Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.) If the fans are not operating: STEP Stop the engine immediately and contact your Scion dealer. If the fans are operating: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION ■ To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle ● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus- ing serious injury such as burns.
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle becomes stuck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow: Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift STEP lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmis- sion).
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION ■ When attempting to free a stuck vehicle If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur- rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following pro- cedure: Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly STEP...
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Vehicles with a smart key sys- STEP tem: To stop the engine, press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for 2 consecu- tive seconds or more, or press it briefly 3 times or more in Press and hold for 2 seconds or more, or succession.
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6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) Dimensions and weight Overall length 176.6 in. (4485 mm) Overall width 70.7 in. (1795 mm) Overall height 55.7 in. (1415 mm) Wheelbase 106.3 in. (2700 mm) Front 60.6 in. (1540 mm) Tread Rear 61.4 in.
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Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Scion. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. This number is stamped under the passenger seat.
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6-1. Specifications ■ Engine number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. Engine Model 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) Type 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline 3.54 3.86 in. (90.0 98.0 mm) Bore and stroke Displacement 152.2 cu.in.
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■ Engine oil selection “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Scion vehicle. Use Scion approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the fol- lowing grade and viscosity. Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil...
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6-1. Specifications Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example): • The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. •...
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6-1. Specifications Cooling system Vehicles with an automatic transmission: 6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp.qt.) Capacity Vehicles with a manual transmission: 6.1 qt. (5.8 L, 5.1 Imp.qt.) Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” • A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili- Coolant type cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology...
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6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.) Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS : The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con- tact your Scion dealer. NOTICE ■ Transmission fluid type Using a transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.
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Please be aware that depending on the particular characteristics of the gear oil used or the operating conditions, idle sound, shift feeling and/or fuel effi- ciency may be different or affected. Scion recommends to use “TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV” to achieve optimal performance.
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6-1. Specifications Brakes Pedal clearance 3.86 in. (98.0 mm) 0.04 0.24 in. (1 6 mm) Pedal free play Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) 5 8 clicks Parking brake lever travel Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 : Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.5 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf) while the engine is running : Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 lbf (200 N,...
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas- oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Scion dealer. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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EPA’s lowest additives con- centration program. ● Scion strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more information on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers, please go to the official website www.toptiergas.com.
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Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy- clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). Scion does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
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6-1. Specifications NOTICE ■ Notice on fuel quality ● Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged. ● Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
6-1. Specifications Tire information Typical tire symbols Full-size tire Compact spare tire Tire size (P. 446) DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) (P. 445) Location of treadwear indicators (P. 314) tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
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6-1. Specifications Tire ply composition and materials Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands which form the plies in a tire. Summer tires or all season tires (P. 320) An all season tire has “M+S” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “M+S”...
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6-1. Specifications Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) DOT symbol Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire manufacturer’s identifica- tion mark Tire size code Manufacturer’s optional tire type code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing week Manufacturing year : The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
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6-1. Specifications Tire size ■ Typical tire size information The illustration indicates typical tire size. Tire use (P = Passenger car, T = Temporary use) Section width (millimeters) Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) Tire construction code (R = Radial, D = Diagonal) Wheel diameter (inches) Load index (2 or 3 digits) Speed symbol...
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U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Scion vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Scion dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. ■ DOT quality grades All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
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6-1. Specifications ■ Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
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6-1. Specifications ■ Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, represent- ing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied indoor laboratory test wheel.
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6-1. Specifications Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning Tire pressure when the vehicle has been Cold tire inflation pres- parked for three hours or more, or has not sure been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a Maximum inflation...
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6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning The sum of: (a) Curb weight Maximum loaded (b) Accessory weight vehicle weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants Normal occupant specified in the second column of Table 1 that weight follows...
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6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning Vehicle capacity The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. weight (Total load (68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity) capacity The load on an individual tire that is determined Vehicle maximum load by distributing to each axle its share of the on the tire maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing...
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6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner- Cracking liner of the tire extending to cord material A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses the rim flanges...
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6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning The load rating for a tire at the maximum per- Maximum load rating missible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum permissible The maximum cold inflation pressure to which inflation pressure a tire may be inflated The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical Measuring rim dimension requirements...
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6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that Radial ply tire extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread A tire designed to operate at higher loads and Reinforced tire at higher inflation pressures than the corre- sponding standard tire...
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6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning A tread section running circumferentially Tread rib around a tire Tread separation Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass The projections within the principal grooves Treadwear indicators designed to give a visual indication of the (TWI) degrees of wear of the tread The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire...
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be per- sonalized to suit your preferences. Programming these preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by your Scion dealer. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized.
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6-2. Customization Customized Item Function Default setting setting Wireless remote control Driver’s door unlocked in one All doors Wireless Unlocking operation step, all doors unlocked in one remote con- unlocked in two step trol steps P. 48) Level 1 to 6 Operation signal Level 7 (Buzzer volume)
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6-2. Customization Customized Item Function Default setting setting Driver’s door unlocked in one All doors Unlocking using a key step, all doors unlocked in one unlocked in two step steps Speed-detecting auto- matic door lock function Door lock P. 54) Opening drivers door unlocks all doors Shifting gears to P...
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6-2. Customization Customized Item Function Default setting setting 7.5 seconds Time elapsed before 15 seconds lights turn off 30 seconds Operation when the doors are unlocked Operation after the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a Illumination smart key system) or ...
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases such as after maintenance is performed on the vehicle. Item When to initialize Reference Maintenance data • After the maintenance is performed. P. 282 (U.S.A.
For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ....464 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ..... 465 SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ..... 467 tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Scion, a marque of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1-866-707-2466). If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions extracted from the seat belt section in this manual. See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions in English. tC_OM_OM21054U_(U)
Abbreviation list Abbreviation/Acronym list ABBREVIATIONS MEANING Air Conditioning Anti-lock Brake System Accessory AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence Shift control Automatic Locking Retractor Child Restraint System Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Electric Power Steering GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission inspection and maintenance...
Alphabetical index Alphabetical index A/C ..........238 Automatic transmission ABS........... 215 Automatic transmission ..178 “ACC” position......166 If the shift lever cannot be Accessory lights ....6, 199 shifted from P......409 ACCESSORY mode....172 Paddle shift switches..180, 181 Active head restraint....70 S mode........181 Air conditioning system ..
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Alphabetical index Eco Driving Indicator Engine coolant Light ....... 154, 192 Capacity ........433 Electric power steering... 215 Checking .......303 Electronic key Preparing and checking If your electronic key does not before winter .......226 operate properly....411 Engine immobilizer system..102 Emergency, in case of Engine oil If a warning buzzer Capacity ........431...
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Alphabetical index Fuel pump shut off system ..373 Keyless entry ......48 Fuses.........338 Keys Electronic key......26 Engine switch....165, 169 Gas station information...492 If you lose your keys ..... 410 Gauges........190 If your electronic key does not Glove box........254 operate properly ....411 Key number......26 Head restraints Keyless entry ......48...
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Alphabetical index Maintenance Paddle shift switches ..180, 181 Do-it-yourself Parking brake ......188 maintenance ...... 289 Parking lights General maintenance ... 284 Replacing light bulbs .....349 Maintenance data....428 Switch........199 Maintenance requirements... 281 Wattage.........438 Manual transmission ....185 Power outlet ......261 Meter Power windows ......89 Instrument panel light...
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Alphabetical index Seat belt reminder light ...378 Side mirrors Seat belts Adjusting and folding....87 Adjusting the seat belt.....77 Side turn signal lights Automatic Locking Wattage......... 438 Retractor .......79 Smart key system Child restraint system Entry function ......30 installation......135 Starting the engine....169 Cleaning and maintaining Spare tire the seat belts ......279...
What to do if... What to do if... If you have a flat tire A tire punctures P. 392 P. 406 If the engine will not start The engine does not start P. 102 Engine immobilizer system P. 415 If the battery is discharged If the shift lever cannot be shifted The shift lever cannot be P.
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What to do if... A warning light or indicator light If a warning light turns on P. 374 comes on ■Warning lights Low windshield Brake system warning washer fluid light warning light P. 378 Electric power P. 374 steering system P.
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What to do if... ABS warning light Slip indicator light P. 376 Cruise control indicator light P. 376 P. 377 Smart key system Maintenance required warning light reminder light P. 379 P. 382 Automatic transmission Tire pressure warning fluid temperature light P.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION Auxiliary catch lever Fuel filler door P. 294 P. 97 Hood release lever Fuel filler door opener Tire inflation pressure P. 294 P. 97 P. 437 Fuel tank capacity 14.5 gal. (55 L, 12.1 Imp.gal.) (Reference) Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating of 87 (Research Fuel type Octane Number 91) or higher P.
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