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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Under the driver’s side instrument panel Remove the lid.STEP 1
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 CDS FAN 30 A Electric cooling fan
2 RAD FAN 40 A Electric cooling fan
3 ABS NO.3 30 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
4 ABS NO.1 50 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
5 HTR 50 A Air conditioning system
6 ALT 120 ARDI FAN, CDS FAN, ABS NO.1,
ABS NO.3, HTR, AM1, DOOR,
STOP, FR DOOR, POWER, RR
DOOR, RL DOOR, OBD, ACC-B,
DEF, TAIL, PANEL
7 EPS 60 A Electric power steering system
8 P/I 50 A EFI MAIN, HORN, IG2

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 280
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................... 281
If you think something is wrong ............................. 287
Fuel pump shut off system ........................... 288 5-2. Steps to take
in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds... ............ 289
If you have a flat tire......... 302
If the engine will not start ................................ 316
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) ................. 317
If you lose your keys ........ 318
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..................... 319
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 323
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 326
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ............ 328

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Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if th e vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations needs to contact dealers before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Scion dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Scion dealer or commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.

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Emergency towing procedureTake out the towing eyelet. (  P. 302)
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to “ON”
position.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted:
P. 317
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the luggage compartment. ( P. 302)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■
When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains.
The towing eyelets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken
debris may hit people and cause serious damage.
● Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and can not be oper-
ated.
■ Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
STEP7
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting the
ground, the drivetrain and related parts
may be damaged.