2004 TOYOTA xB maintenance

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Electrical components
Checking battery condition204 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery recharging precautions205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing fuses206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding washer fluid207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing light bulbs207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7 3

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CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):
5—15 (0.2—0.6)
Fluid type:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
1.9 (2.0, 1.7)
Oil type:
Gear oil API GL−4 or GL−5
Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 75W−90
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2.9 (3.1, 2.6)
Fluid type:
Genuine ATF Type T−IV
Change automatic transmission fluid only
as necessary.Generally, it is necessary to change
automatic transmission fluid only if your
vehicle is driven under one of the Special
Operating Conditions listed in your
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide”. When
changing the automatic transmission fluid,
use only “Genuine ATF Type T−IV” (ATF
JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in assuring
optimum transaxle performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than “Genuine ATF Type T
IV” may cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimate-
ly damage the automatic transmission
of your vehicle.BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110
lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.):
55 (2.2)
Pedal free play, mm (in.):
1—6 (0.04—0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.):
1.0 (0.04)
Lining wear limit, mm (in.):
1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf):
6—9 clicks
Fluid type:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
STEERING
Wheel free play:
Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Power steering fluid type:
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONII
or III

Publication No. OM52506U
Part No. 01999-52506
Printed in Japan 02−0310−01
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 77. . . .
If your vehicle will not start 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 150. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 161. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break-in period 114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 177. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Complete index NO TAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 114 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 191 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid:
Genuine ATF Type T−IV
See page 216 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 195 through 202.
Tire pressure: See page 217.
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You should know as much about the quality and
importance of proper maintenance of your new
vehicle as the people who built it.
The Scion authorized Repair Manual
tells you how to maintain your vehicle and
enables you to correctly perform your own
maintenance.
The best way to keep your new vehicle in top
running order is to maintain it properly from
the moment you drive it off the showroom
floor.
The Scion authorized Repair Manual is
packed with literally everything you need to
know to perform your own maintenance in
virtually every area of your new vehicle.

Where to obtain the
Repair Manual
The repair manual for xB, written in English,
may be purchased as applicable from any Scion
dealer.
Pub. Name: 2004 xB Repair Manual
Pub. No.: RM1031U
Maintenance procedures for the engine,
chassis, body, electrical system, and more,
are clearly explained and illustrated.
Periodic maintenance and tuneup
Periodic maintenance and tuneup helps to pre-
vent small problems from growing into larger ones lat-
er on. The repair manual outlines exactly what main-
tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the
work yourself stepbystep.
Areas covered include such things as spark plug re-
placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil
and filter replacement.