2004 TOYOTA xA fuel type

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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
SCION
Break−in periodd11 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel11 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries11 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three−way catalytic converter11 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine exhaust cautions11 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Facts about engine oil consumption11 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system11 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Your Scion’s identification121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft prevention labels122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension and chassis122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire information123 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle load limits131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cargo and luggage131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Types of tires134 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2

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Breakin period
Drive gently and avoid high speeds.
Your vehicle does not need an elaborate
breakin. But following a few simple tips for
the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add to
the future economy and long life of your
vehicle:
Avoid full throttle acceleration when
starting and driving.
Avoid racing the engine.
Try to avoid hard stops during the first
300 km (200 miles).
Do not drive slowly with the manual
transmission in a high gear.
Do not drive for a long time at any
single speed, either fast or slow.
Fuel
FUEL TYPE
Your new vehicle must use only un-
leaded gasoline.
To help prevent gas station mixups, your
Scion has a smaller fuel tank opening. The
special nozzle on pumps with unleaded fuel
will fit it, but the larger standard nozzle on
pumps with leaded gas will not.
At a minimum, the gasoline you use should
meet specifications of ASTM D4814 in the
U.S.A. and CGSB 3.5M93 in Canada.
NOTICE
Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of
leaded gasoline will cause the three
way catalytic converter to lose its ef-
fectiveness and the emission control
system to function improperly. Also,
this can increase maintenance costs.
OCTANE RATING
Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Oc-
tane Number 91) or higher.
Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rat-
ing or research octane number lower than
stated above will cause persistent heavy
knocking. If it is severe, this will lead to
engine damage.
If your engine knocks...
If you detect heavy knocking even when us-
ing the recommended fuel, or if you hear
steady knocking while holding a steady speed
on level roads, consult your Scion dealer.
However, occasionally, you may notice light
knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving up hills. This is normal and there
is no need for concern.
GASOLINES CONTAINING DETERGENT
ADDITIVES
Scion recommends the use of gasoline
that contain detergent additives to
avoid buildup of engine deposits.
However, all gasoline sold in the U.S. con-
tains detergent additives to keep clean and/or
clean intake systems.

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QUALITY GASOLINE
Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.,
Europe and Japan have developed a
specification for quality fuel named
WorldWide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that
is expected to be applied worldwide.
The WWFC consists of three categories
that depend on required emission lev-
els. In the U.S., category 3 has been
adopted. The WWFC improves air quali-
ty by providing for better emissions in
vehicle fleets, and customer satisfaction
through better vehicle performance.
CLEANER BURNING GASOLINE
Cleaner burning gasoline, including re-
formulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE is
available in many areas.
Scion recommends the use of cleaner burning
gasoline and appropriately blended reformu-
lated gasoline. These types of gasoline pro-
vide excellent vehicle performance, reduce
vehicle emissions, and improve air quality.OXYGENATES IN GASOLINE
Scion allows the use of oxygenate
blended gasoline where the oxygenate
content is up to 10% ethanol or 15%
MTBE. If you use gasohol in your
Scion, be sure that it has an octane
rating no lower than 87.
Scion does not recommend the use of gaso-
line containing methanol.
GASOLINE CONTAINING MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane en-
hancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
cropentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Scion does not recommend the use of gaso-
line that contains MMT. If fuel containing
MMT is used, your emission control system
may be adversely affected. The Malfunction
Indicator Lamp on the instrument cluster may
come on. If this happens, contact your Scion
dealer for service.GASOLINE QUALITY
In a very few cases, you may experience
drivability problems caused by the particular
gasoline that you are using. If you continue
to have unacceptable drivability, try changing
gasoline brands. If this does not rectify your
problem, then consult your Scion dealer.
NOTICE
Do not use gasohol other than
stated above. It will cause fuel sys-
tem damage or vehicle performance
problems.
If drivability problems are encoun-
tered (poor hot starting, vaporizing,
engine knock, etc.), discontinue the
use.
Take care not to spill gasohol dur-
ing refueling. Gasohol may cause
paint damage.
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp. gal.)

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Oil identification marks
Either or both API registered marks are
added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
The API Service Symbol is located any-
where on the outside of the container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil
quality by API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) designations such as SL. The center
portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-
ity grade such as SAE 5W−30. “Energy−
Conserving” shown in the lower portion,
indicates that the oil has fuel−saving ca-
pabilities.
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-
dardization and Approval Committee) Certi-
fication Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.
To ensure excellent lubrication perfor-
mance for your engine, “Genuine Motor
Oil” is available, which has been specifi-
cally tested and approved for all Scion
engines.
Please contact your Scion dealer for fur-
ther details about “Genuine Motor Oil”.Look at the seethrough coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low, add the
coolant. (For the coolant type, see
“Coolant type selection” described be-
low.)
The coolant level in the reservoir will vary
with engine temperature. However, if the
level is on or below the “LOW” line, add
coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”
line.
Always use ethylene−glycol type coolant
for a proper corrosion protection of alumi-
num components. See information in the
next column.
If the coolant level drops within a short
time after replenishing, there may be a
leak in the system. Visually check the
radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap,
radiator cap and drain cock and water
pump.
If you can find no leak, have your Scion
dealer test the cap pressure and check
for leaks in the cooling system.CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Coolant type selection
Use of improper coolants may damage
your engine cooling system.
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite,
and non−borate coolant with long−life hy-
brid organic acid technology. (Coolant with
long−life hybrid organic acid technology
consists of the combination of low phos-
phates and organic acids.)
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-
mixed with 50% coolant and 50% distilled
water. This coolant provides protection
down to about –35C (–31F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
Checking the engine coolant
level

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Dimensions and weights
Overall length mm (in.):
3915 (154.1)
Overall width mm (in.):
1695 (66.7)
Overall height mm (in.):
1530 (60.2)
Wheelbase mm (in.):
2370 (93.3)
Front tread mm (in.):
1455 (57.3)
Rear tread mm (in.):
1430 (56.3)
Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants+cargo) kg (lb.):
375 (825)
Engine
Model:
1NZ−FE
Type:
4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.):
75.0  84.7 (2.95  3.33)
Displacement, cm
3 (cu. in.):
1497 (91.3)
Fuel
Fuel type:
Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Re-
search Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.):
45 (11.9, 9.9)

Publication No. OM52518U
Part No. 01999-52518
Printed in Japan 01−0304−00
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 79. . . .
If your vehicle will not start 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break-in period 112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 112 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp.gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SL “Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page 187 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid:
Genuine ATF Type T−IV
See page 214 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 191 through 198.
Tire pressure: See page 215.
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