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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning as well as other interior features for a
comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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2-3. Operating the lights and Windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 138
Windshield wipers and washer ....................... 141
Rear window wiper and washer ....................... 144
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 146
Driving assist systems ........ 150
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 155
Vehicle load limits ............... 160
Winter driving tips ............... 161
Trailer towing ...................... 166
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) .................... 167
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) .................... 168
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system ....... 172
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 178 3-2. Using the audio system
Using the AUX port/USB port........................... 179
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 180
Using the microphone ........ 181
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 182
• Interior light ...................... 183
• Personal lights.................. 183
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 185
• Glove box ......................... 186
• Console box ..................... 187
• Cup holders ...................... 188
• Auxiliary box ..................... 190
• Bottle holders ................... 191
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors........................... 192
Vanity mirrors ..................... 193
Clock .................................. 194
Outside temperature display .............................. 195
Power outlet ....................... 196
Coat hooks ......................... 197
Assist grips ......................... 198
Floor mat ............................ 199
Luggage compartment features ............................ 201
3Interior features
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 204
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 207
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 210
General maintenance ......... 212
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 216
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 217
Hood................................... 220
Positioning a floor jack ....... 222
Engine compartment .......... 224
Tires ................................... 238
Tire inflation pressure......... 246
Wheels ............................... 250
Air conditioning filter ........... 253
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 256
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 258
Light bulbs .......................... 268 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 280
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................... 281
If you think something is wrong ............................ 288
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 289
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 290
If you have a flat tire ........... 303
If the engine will not start .................................. 317
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 318
If you lose your keys ........... 319
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 320
If your vehicle overheats..... 324
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 327
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 329
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises
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Rear window defogger switch P. 178Air conditioning system
P. 172
Emergency flasher switch P. 280
: If equipped
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■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
● When the wireless remote control battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by, a metallic
object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
■ Key battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 256)
■ Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer
Settings (e.g. door unlocking function) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 358)
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■SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)
● The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds
the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approxi-
mately 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision with a fixed wall that
does not move or deform).
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle
strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle and sign pole, which can move
or deform on impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision
(e.g. a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes
under, the bed of a truck, etc.).
● Depending on the type of collision, it is possible that only the seat belt
pretensioners will activate.
● The SRS front passenger airbag will not activate if there is no passenger
sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS front passenger air-
bag may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, even if the seat is unoccu-
pied. ( P. 81)
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SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS side airbags and curtain
shield airbags)
The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an impact
that exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to the
impact force produced by an approximately 3300 lb. [1500 kg] vehicle collid-
ing with the vehicle cabin from a direction perpendicular to the vehicle orien-
tation at an approximate speed of 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h]).
■ Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other
than a collision
The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the
underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
■ Types of collisions that may not de ploy the SRS airbags (SRS front air-
bags)
The SRS front airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is
involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-
speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes suffi-
cient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front air-
bags may occur.
● Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or
hard surface
● Falling into or jumping over a deep hole
● Landing hard or falling
●Collision from the side
● Collision from the rear
● Vehicle rollover
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Front passenger occupant classification system
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica-
tion system. This system detects the conditions of the front passen-
ger seat and activates or deactiv ates the devices for the front
passenger.
SRS warning light
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light