ow that you’ve got your Scion on the road, you want to make
sure it keeps going. That’s where scheduled maintenance
comes in. Taking your car in for regular service will help your
ride run better and last longer. It will keep your repair bills down, too.
This booklet makes it easy to keep your Scion running smoothly. The
maintenance log lists all the factory-recommended services and tells
you when your vehicle needs them. You’ll also find information on how
Scion and your dealership can help you with maintenance and repairs.
Be sure to look this booklet over carefully and keep it in your glove box.
Do what it says and your Scion should be happy for many miles to come.
Complimentary Oil Changes
To help you get started with regular maintenance, Scion provides your
vehicle’s first three oil changes on a complimentary basis. To find out
how to obtain your complimentary oil changes, see page 17.
Remember that changing the oil is just one of the maintenance ser-
vices that should be performed regularly on your Scion. Make sure that
all the other services recommended in this booklet are performed on
your car as well.
Put It In Writing
To help you keep track of your Scion’s service history, each mainte-
nance chart in this booklet includes:
›Boxes to check for each service item performed
›Space for the maintenance provider to include a service
verification stamp
›Space to write the date and mileage that service is performed
Documenting your service history may make your car worth more when
you’re ready to sell. There’s a reason smart people write things down.
In addition to scheduled maintenance, your vehicle requires
general maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections.
These procedures are explained in the “Vehicle Maintenance and
Care” section of the
Owner’s Manual. To keep your Scion out of
trouble, be sure to perform these procedures regularly.
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›› Table of Contents ‹‹
Scion Maintenance & Repair Support
Scion Dealership Service2
Scion Authorized Parts3
Collision Repair Parts4
Lifetime Guarantee Replacement Parts6
Scion Authorized Accessories7
Scion Service Manuals8
Service Agreements9
General Maintenance Information
Determining Your Scion’s Maintenance Needs 10
Explanation of Maintenance Items12
Vehicle Identification15
Scheduled Maintenance Log
Following the Charts16
Complimentary Oil Changes17
Maintenance Log18
Driving on Rough, Muddy or Snow-Melted Roads
›Inspect ball joints and dust cover
›Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
›Inspect drive shaft boots
›Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
›Inspect steering linkage and boots
›Rotate tires
Driving on Unpaved or Dusty Roads
›Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
›Inspect or change engine air filter
Extensive Idling or Low-Speed Driving for Long Distances
›Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Using a Car-Top Carrier
›Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
›Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
›Replace automatic transmission fluid
›Replace differential oil
General Maintenance Information11
Determining Your Scion’s Maintenance Needs ‹‹
General Maintenance Information 12
›› Explanation of Maintenance Items
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better under-
standing of the maintenance items that should be performed on your
vehicle. The scheduled maintenance log indicates at which mileage/
time intervals each item should be performed. Please note that many
maintenance items should be performed only by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can perform
yourself, see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and “Do-It-
Yourself Maintenance” sections of the
Owner’s Manual.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check
each component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage,
have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness
and damage. Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, dete-
rioration and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged
parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Brake Linings/Drums and Brake Pads/Discs
Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid
leakage, broken parts and excessive wear. Check the pads for excessive
wear and the discs for runout, excessive wear and fluid leakage.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Differential Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check
each component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have
it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Drive Belts
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension
and adjust if necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged.
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration
and damage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease. A qualified technician should perform
these operations.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check
for damage, excessive wear and oiliness, and replace if necessary.
Engine Coolant
Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol
type coolant. Inspect the radiator, condenser and/or intercooler for
leaves, dirt and insects and clean if necessary. Inspect hoses and con-
nections for corrosion and leaks. Tighten connections and replace parts
as necessary. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Note:Your Scion is equipped with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life
Coolant. The replacement intervals for engine coolant recommended
in this booklet are based on replacement with Genuine Toyota Super
Long-Life Coolant or similar high-quality non-silicate, non-amine,
non-borate ethylene-glycol coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology (i.e., a combination of low phosphates and organic acids). If
another type of ethylene-glycol coolant is used, replacement intervals
may be different.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified
intervals. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to the
Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance
Inspect for excessive lifter noise and engine vibration and adjust if
necessary. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
General Maintenance Information13
Explanation of Maintenance Items ‹‹
To help you get started with regular maintenance, Scion provides your
vehicle’s first three oil changes on a complimentary basis. While they
don’t have to be your initial three oil changes, the oil changes must be
obtained within 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever occurs first) of your
vehicle’s original in-service date. If you bought your Scion used and the
previous owner did not use all three oil changes, you are entitled to the
remaining complimentary oil changes if your car is still within 3 years
or 36,000 miles of its original in-service date.
To obtain a complimentary oil change, call a Scion dealership or partici-
pating Toyota dealership to make an appointment. The dealership will
verify that the service was performed by completing one of the boxes
on the inside back cover of this booklet.
Complimentary oil changes include change of engine oil and oil filter
only. You are responsible for the cost of any other services performed
at the time of your complimentary oil changes, including other mainte-
nance services listed in the scheduled maintenance log.
Scheduled Maintenance Log17
Complimentary Oil Changes ‹‹
Scheduled Maintenance Log 18
›› Maintenance Log
5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 10.
7,500 Miles or 6 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
DEALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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M
ILEAGE:
5,000 Miles or 4 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions:2
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Rotate tires
10,000 Miles or 8 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions:2
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Rotate tires
DEALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
AT E:MILEAGE: D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
AT E:MILEAGE:
Note: If you drive your vehicle under any of
the special operating conditions noted on
pages 10–11, you may need to perform spe-
cific services at 5,000-mile intervals. See the
5,000-mile maintenance charts for details.
Scheduled Maintenance Log19
Maintenance Log ‹‹
1Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil.2Specific services apply to specific operating conditions. See pages 10–11 for details.
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions:2
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
DEALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
AT E:
M
ILEAGE:
__ Engine coolant level
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots