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.
(For further details, refer to “Radiator, Condenser and Hoses” in the
“Vehicle Maintenance and Care” section of the
Owner’s Manual.)
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
Replacethe 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
Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
A qualified technician should perform this operation.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks,
deterioration and damage. Start the engine and listen carefully for
any exhaustgas leakage. Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
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