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1-5. Refueling
1
Before driving
Closing the fuel tank cap
When replacing the fuel tank
cap, turn it until a clicking sound
is heard.
After releasing your hand, the cap
will turn slightly to the opposite
direction.
Hang the fuel tank cap on the
back of the fuel filler door.
■Fuel types
Unleaded gasoline. (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or
higher)
■ Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 8.5 gal. (32.0 L, 7.0 Imp.gal.)
■ Fuel gauge
When filled with less than 2.6 gal. (10 L, 2.2 Imp.gal.) per refueling, the fuel
gauge may not display accurately.

70 1-7. Safety information
Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based
on the US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag
sensor assembly (ECU) controls ai rbag deployment based on infor-
mation obtained from the sensors etc. shown in the system compo-
nents diagram above. This inform ation includes crash severity and
occupant information. As the air bags deploy, a chemical reaction in
the inflators quickly fills the airbag s with non-toxic gas to help restrain
the motion of the occupants.
■ If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
●Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying
(inflating) SRS airbag.
● A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
● Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator)
as well as the front seats, and parts of the front and rear pillars, roof side
rail and rear roof headlining may be hot for several minutes. The airbag
itself may also be hot.
● The front windshield may crack.
■ Operating 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 or 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 airbags for the front passenger will not activate if there is
no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS front
airbags for the front passenger may deploy if luggage is put in the seat,
even if the seat is unoccupied. ( P. 81)

322 6-1. Specifications
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine bl ock as shown.
Engine
Model1NR-FE
Type 4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke 2.85 3.17 in. (72.5 80.5 mm)
Displacement 81.1 cu.in. (1329 cm3)
Valve clearance
(engine cold) Automatic adjustment
Drive belt tension67 — 89 lbf (300 — 398 N, 31 — 41 kgf)
*
*
: Drive belt tension measur ed with Boroughs drive belt
tension gauge No. BT-33-73F when the engine is cold
(used belt)
Generator
Water pump
Air conditioning
compressor Crankshaft

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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Fuel
Lubrication system
■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Scion vehicle. Use Scion
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the fol-
lowing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 8.5 gal. (32.0 L, 7.0 Imp. gal.)
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill
-reference)
With filter
Without filter 3.7 qt. (3.5 L, 3.1 Imp. qt.)
3.5 qt. (3.3 L, 2.9 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

330 6-1. Specifications
■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in
many areas.
Scion recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Scion does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methyl-
cyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Scion does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If
this happens, contact your Scion dealer for service.
●Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).DO NOT use gasoline
containing more than
15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
■
If your engine knocks
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
● Consult your Scion dealer.
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability is encountered after using a different type of fuel (poor hot
starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that type
of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. Otherwise, it can damage your vehicle’s paint.

366 Alphabetical index
Front turn signal lightsIndicator ................................ 124
Lever ..................................... 117
Replacing light bulbs ............. 255
Switch.................................... 117
Wattage ................................. 328
Fuel Capacity ..........................58, 323
Fuel pump shut off system .... 276
Gas station information ......... 376
Gauge ................................... 121
Indicator ................................ 126
Information ............................ 329
Refueling .................................58
Type ................................58, 323
Fuel door.....................................58
Fuel filler door ............................58
Fuel gauge ................................ 126
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 276
Fuses......................................... 244
Gas station information........... 376
Gauges ...................................... 121
Hazard lights Switch.................................... 268
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 255
Switch.................................... 132
Wattage ................................. 328
Hood .......................................... 199
Horn........................................... 120 I/M test ...................................... 195
Identification
Engine ................................... 322
Tire ........................................ 332
Vehicle .................................. 321
Ignition switch.......................... 113
Illuminated entry system......... 169
Immobilizer system ................... 62
Indicator lights ......................... 123
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 345
Inside rear view mirror .............. 50
Instrument panel light control .................................... 122
Interior light Switch ................................... 170
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 201
Keys Electronic key.......................... 24
Engine switch ........................ 113
If you lose your keys ............. 308
Ignition switch ....................... 113
Key battery ............................ 240
Key number plate .................... 24
Keys ........................................ 24
Mechanical key ....................... 24
Wireless remote control .......... 26
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 199Fuel filler doorP. 5 8Hood lock release lever P. 199
Fuel filler door openerP. 5 8Tire inflation pressure
P. 327
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 8.5 gal. (32.0 L,
7.0 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Cold tire inflation
pressure
P. 3 2 7
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill
- reference)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 3.7 (3.5, 3.1)
Without filter 3.5 (3.3, 2.9)
Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: P. 323
ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 0W-20