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Scion tCOVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
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EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
Auto lock/unlock 7
Engine maintenance 8
Fuel tank door opener and cap 7
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry 6
Air Conditioning/Heating 14
Automatic Transmission 9
AUX port/USB port 14
Bottle holders 15
Clock 13
Cruise control 11
Cup holders 15
Light control-Instrument panel 13
Lights & turn signals 11
Moonroof 12
Parking brake 9
Power outlet 15
Seat adjustments-Front 10
Seat adjustments-Rear 10
Seats-Head restraints 10
Steering wheel switches 15
Tilt steering wheel 9
Windows 13
Windshield wipers & washers 12
Door locks 16
Floor mat installation 19
Seat belts 16
Spare tire & tools 17
Star Safety SystemTM 18-19
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 16
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Tachometer
Service indicator and reminder
Fuel gauge
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator (if equipped)
Speedometer
Odometer/trip meter display change button
Odometer/trip meter display
Low fuel level warning
Instrument panel light control knob
Instrument cluster
Seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Brake system warning1
Charging system warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Indicator symbols
Open door warning
AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator
1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota or Scion dealer.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
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2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control” Section 2-4, 2013 Owner’s Manual.
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Turn signal indicators
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Airbag SRS warning1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Cruise control indicator2
High coolant temperature warning1
Slip indicator1
Low fuel level warning
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1
Engine immobilizer system indicator
Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator1
ECO driving indicator1
Low engine coolant temperature indicator
Traction Control OFF indicator1
Electric power steering system warning1
1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota or Scion dealer.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
Cruise control “SET” indicator
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Push
NOTE:
safety.
Fuel tank door opener and cap
Turn to open
Store
Pull up
NOTE: Tighten cap until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough,
Check Engine “” indicator may illuminate.
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park (Automatic Transmission only).
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park (Automatic Transmission only).
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and
driver’s door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission (if equipped)
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
N
“S” mode
* The ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from
Park.
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill.
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift
lever in the “D” position.
Tilt steering wheel
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Lock release lever
Angle
Length
Parking brake
Pull(2) Push
(1) Pull slightly
(3) Lower
SetReleaseWindshield washer fluid tank
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
to the “Warranty Maintenance Guide.”
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