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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 be 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. 312)
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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryMaintenance-free. (P. 218)
Brake fluid At the correct level? (P. 217)
Engine coolant At the correct level? (P. 215)
Engine oil At the correct level? (P. 211)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 216)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 220)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Scion dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition ( P. 218)
•Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level ( P. 217)
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
Engine coolant level ( P. 215)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology.
Except Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water.
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 55% coolant
and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool- ant)
Engine oil level P. 211)
• Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding oil)
Fuses (P. 244)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compar tment
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 212)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 2 11 )
Battery ( P. 218)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 217)
Fuse box ( P. 244)Washer fluid tank ( P. 220)
Radiator ( P. 216)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( P. 216)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 215)
Fuse box ( P. 244)
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
FULL
LOW
If the level is on or below the
LOW line, add coolant up to the
FULL line.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Scion dealer pressure test the cap and
check for leaks in the cooling system.
■ Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
Except Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% cool- ant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Enabled: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Scion dealer.
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When trouble arises
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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 your vehicle overheats
Correction proceduresStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam: Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Scion
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the FULL and LOW
lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
FULL
LOW
Radiator cap
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● The high engine coolant te mperature warning light (P. 278)
comes on or flashes, or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicl e speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
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370 Alphabetical index
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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