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120 2-2. Instrument cluster
Instrument panel light controlThe brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
When the tail lights/headlights
are turned on, the brightness
level can changed with each
press of the switch.
● Instrument panel light control display
Displays the instrument pa nel light control display.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the high engine coolant temperature
warning light flashes or comes on. In this case, immediately stop the vehi-
cle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely.
(
P. 308)
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When driving
Indicators and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen-
ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Instrument cluster
Center panel
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146 2-5. Driving information
As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants
increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount
that equals the increased weight du e to the additional occupants. In
other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an
excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus
cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on
your vehicle.
CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compart-
ment.
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possi-
ble.
●Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher
than the seatbacks.
Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the
vehicle in the event of sudden braking or in an accident.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the
item may get under the brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the
pedals from being depressed properly , block the driver’s vision, or hit
the driver or passengers, causing an accident.
• Driver’s feet
• Front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• Instrument panel
• Dashboard
• Auxiliary box or tray that has no lid
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and
injure someone during emergency braking, sudden swerving or an
accident.
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186 4-1. Maintenance and care
■Caring for leather areas
Scion recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■ Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. Excellent results are obtained when keeping the carpet as dry as pos-
sible.
■ Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle. Doing so may cause the electri-
cal components etc. to malfunction or catch fire.
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
( P. 6 7 )
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or severe injury.
■ Cleaning the interior (esp ecially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect off
the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■
Cleaning detergents
●Do not use organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, acidic or
alkaline solutions, dye, bleach or other detergent. Doing so may discolor
the vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration o\
f
leather surfaces.
●Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.
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242 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Under the driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the lid.
After a system failure, s ee “Fuse layout and amperage
ratings” ( P. 244) for details about which fuse to check.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
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248 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Under the driver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 ECU-IG NO.1 7.5 A Vehicle stability control system,
shift lock control system, electric
power steering, automatic head-
light system, main body ECU, tire
pressure warning system
2 GAUGE 10 A Electric cooling fan, charging sys-
tem, emergency flashers, front
passenger’s seat belt reminder
light, back-up lights, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system, wind-
shield wiper ECU
3 HTR-IG 10 A Air conditioning system, rear win-
dow defogger
4 WASHER RR 10 A Windshield washer
5 WIPER RR 10 A Rear window wiper
6 WIPER FR 25 A Windshield wipers
7 WASHER FR 10 A Windshield washer
8 OBD 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
9 DOOR NO.2 20 A Power windows
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Maintenance and care
*: Vehicles with daytime running light system
10 D/L NO.1
15 APower door lock system, main
body ECU
11 DOOR NO.1 30 A Power windows
12 CIG 15 A Power outlet
13 ACC 5 AOutside rear view mirrors, audio
system, shift lock control system,
main body ECU
14
PANEL NO.1*5 A Meter
15 TAIL
*10 A Parking lights, tail lights, license
plate lights, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, instrument clus-
ter, windshield wiper ECU
16 (FOG FR) 15 A No circuit
17 AM1 7.5 A ACC, starting system
18 STOP 10 A Vehicle stability control system,
power management ECU, shift
lock control system, stop lights,
multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
19 (SEAT-HTR) 15 A No circuit
■ After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb
may need replacement. ( P. 251)
● If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your
Scion dealer.
■ If there is an overload in the circuits
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
FuseAmpereCircuit