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60,000 Miles or 72 months
___ Replace engine air filter
___ 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
4
_ Drive belts5
_ Drive shaft boots
_ Engine coolant3
_ Engine valve clearance6
_ Exhaust pipes and mountings
_ Front differential oil
_ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor
vent system hoses _ Fuel tank cap gasket
_ Steering gear box
_ Steering linkage and boots
_ Transmission fluid or oil
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
___ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (
MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
on the multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in the Explanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.5Initial inspection at 60,000 miles/72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter.6Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.

120,000 Miles or 144 Months
___ Replace engine air filter
___ Replace engine oil and oil filter1
___ Replace spark plugs4
___ Rotate tires
___ Inspect the following:_ Ball joints and dust covers
_ Brake lines and hoses
_ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
5
_ Drive belts
_ Drive shaft boots
_ Engine coolant
3
_ Engine valve clearance6
_ Exhaust pipes and mountings
_ Front differential oil
_ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor
vent system hoses _ Fuel tank cap gasket
_ Steering gear box
_ Steering linkage and boots
_ Transmission fluid or oil
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
___ Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification: Date: Mileage:
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (
MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
on the multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in the Explanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.5Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.6Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.

T
he following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding 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 CareandDo-It-Yourself Maintenancesections of the
Owner’s Manual.
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, deterioration 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
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.
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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 connections 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
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
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 exhaust gas leakage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band and Fuel Tank Vapor
Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cracks and loose or leaking connections.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
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Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and damage and replace if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis and Body
Re-tighten the seat-mounting bolts and front/rear suspension member retaining bolts
to specified torque.
Radiator Core and Condenser
Inspect for damage, debris, dirt, insects and signs of leakage. Have any problem
repaired by a qualified technician.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
Steering Gear Box
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired immediately
by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steering wheel. Inspect
the linkage for bending and damage and the dust boots for deterioration, cracks and
damage. Replace any damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these
operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the instructions in theOwner’s Manual. When
rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transmission Fluid or Oil
When performing inspections, check each component for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
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