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When trouble arises
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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.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure ( P. 113) or releasing the steering lock (P. 114), confirm
the following points.
■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( P. 1 1 3 )
● Vehicles with engine immobilizer system: There may be a
malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 6 2 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 309)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
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■The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 309)
Contact your Scion dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
● Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Scion
dealer as soon as possible.
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Spark plug
Make DENSO SC20HR11
Gap
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
12.0 V Discharged
(
*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
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Light bulbs
A: HB3 halogen bulbs
B: H11 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: Wedge base bulbs
Light BulbsBulb NoWTy p e
ExteriorHeadlights
High beam
Low beam 9005
— 60
55 A
B
Parking/front side
marker lights —5 C
Front turn signal lights — 21 C
Side turn signal lights — 5 C
Rear turn signal lights 7440A 21 C
Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights 7443 21/5 D
Back-up lights — 16 D
License plate light — 5 D
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Automatic
light off
system
(P. 132) Light sensor sensitivity Level 3 Level 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automati-
cally turn off after doors
are closed
30 seconds0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Illumination
(
P. 169) Time elapsed before
lights turn off
15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the
engine switch is turned
to the LOCK position ON OFF
Operation when the
doors are unlocked ON OFF
Seat Belt
Reminder
Buzzer
(
P. 280) Vehicle speed linked
seat belt reminder
buzzer
ON OFF
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
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Alphabetical index
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