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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Cont act your Scion dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air c onditioning system after use is
normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High engine coolant temperatur e warning light flashes or
comes on
● Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on or does
not come on continuously
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Scion dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the
vehicle having reached a speed of approximately 3 mph [5 km/h])
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(except Canada)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is
not released. If the light turns off after the parking
brake is fully released, the system is operating nor-
mally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

326 6-1. Specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,contact your Scion dealer.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (300 N, 30 kgf) while the engine running
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44 lbf (200 N, 20kgf)
Fluid capacity*6.5 qt. (6.2 L, 5.4 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type TOYOTA Genuine CVT Fluid FE
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “TOYOTA Genuine CVT Fluid FE” may
cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompa-
nied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Pedal clearance *13.58 in. (91 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 0.24 in. (1 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel *26 — 9 clicks
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703

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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 158
ABSABS ...................................... 141
Warning light ........................ 279
Air conditioning filter .............. 236
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 236
Air conditioning
system................................ 158
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 70
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 76
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 71
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 76
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 81
General airbag precautions .... 76
Indicators ................................ 81
Knee airbag precautions ........ 76
Locations of airbags ............... 67
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 80
Proper driving posture ...... 65, 76
Rear window curtain shield airbag precautions ..... 76
Seat cushion airbag precautions .......................... 76
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 71
Side airbag precautions.......... 76
SRS airbags ........................... 67
Warning light ........................ 279
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 141
Warning light ........................ 279
Assist grips.............................. 178
Audio input .............................. 167 Audio system
Audio input ............................167
AUX port/USB port ................167
Portable music player............167
Steering wheel audio switch ..................................168
Automatic light control
system ....................................132
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........116
Fluid ......................................326
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................307
Indicators...............................116
Shift lock system .... ...............307
AUX port ...................................167
Auxiliary box ............................174
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .............255
Wattage .................................328
Back door ...................................33
Battery Checking ...............................218
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ..........................309
Voltage ..................................325
Warning light .........................278
Bottle holders ...........................173
Brake assist ..............................141
Brakes Fluid ......................................217
Parking brake ........................118
Specifications ........................326
Warning light .........................277
Break-in tips .............................106A
B

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Eco driving indicator
light ........................ 105, 124, 129
Electric power steering Electric power steering ......... 141
Warning light ........................ 279
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 268
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start...... 305
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 307
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................... 309
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 277
If the warning light turns on ....................................... 277
If you have a flat tire ............ 288
If you lose your keys............. 308
If you think something is wrong ................................. 275
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 315
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 317
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 269
If your vehicle overheats ...... 312
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit................................. 288
Engine Compartment........................ 210
Engine switch ....................... 113
Hood ..................................... 199
How to start the engine ........ 113
Identification number ............ 321
If the engine will not start...... 305
Ignition switch ....................... 113
Immobilizer system................. 62
Overheating .......................... 312 Specifications ........................322
Warning light .........................279
Engine coolant Capacity ................................324
Checking ...............................215
Indicator ................................124
Preparing and checking before winter .......................151
Type ......................................324
Warning light .........................278
Engine immobilizer system.......62
Engine oil
Capacity ................................323
Checking ...............................211
Grade ....................................323
Preparing and checking before winter .......................151
Reset the maintenance data .....................................190
Warning light .................278, 280
Engine switch ...........................113
EPS EPS .......................................141
Warning light .........................279
Event data recorder ...................19
Floor mat...................................179
Fluid Automatic transmission .........326
Brake .....................................217
Warning light .................277, 280
Washer ..................................220
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................280
Front seats Adjustment ..............................37
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............255
Switch....................................132
Wattage .................................328E
F

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Traction control........................ 141
TRAC ......................................... 141
Trip information ....................... 127
Trip meter ................................. 127
Turn signal lightsIndicator ................................ 124
Lever ..................................... 117
Replacing light bulbs ............. 255
Switch.................................... 117
Wattage ................................. 328
USB port ................................... 167
Vanity mirrors........................... 176
Vehicle data recordings ............18
Vehicle identification number ................................... 321
Vehicle stability control........... 141
VSC............................................ 141
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 277
Seat belt reminder ................. 280
Warning lights ABS ....................................... 279
Airbag system ....................... 279
Anti-lock brake system .......... 279
Brake system ........................ 277
Charging system .... ............... 278
Driver’s seat belt ................... 280
Electric power steering system ................................ 279
Electronic engine control system ................................ 279
Engine oil replacement.......... 280
EPS system........................... 279 Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 279
Front passenger’s seat belt... 280
High engine coolant temperature ........................ 278
Low brake fluid ...................... 277
Low engine oil pressure ........ 278
Low fuel level ........................ 280
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 280
Low washer fluid ................... 280
Malfunction............................ 279
Open door ............................. 280
Seat belt ................................ 280
Seat belt pretensioner system ................................ 279
SRS....................................... 279
SRS airbag system ............... 279
Tire pressure ......................... 280
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 280
VSC OFF .............................. 279
Washer Checking ............................... 220
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 151
Switch ........................... 136, 139
Warning light ......................... 280
Washing and waxing ............... 184
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 146
Load limits ............................. 150
Weight ................................... 320
Wheels ...................................... 234
Window glasses ............ 55, 164, 184, 187
Window lock switch................... 55
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374 What to do if...
■Warning lights
P. 279
or
P. 277P. 279
P. 278P. 280
P. 278P. 280
P. 278P. 280
or
P. 279P. 280
P. 279P. 281
P. 281
or
P. 279P. 282
Brake system warning
lightElectric power steering system
warning light
Slip indicator
Charging system warning
lightOpen door warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightLow fuel level warning
light
High engine coolant tempera-
ture warning lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Malfunction indicator
lampFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
SRS warning lightTire pressure warning
light
ABS warning lightLow washer fluid warn-
ing light
Maintenance required
reminder light