Engine Oil and Filter
Maint
enance
Your vehicle is equipped with 0W-20
synthetic oil which allows for extended
oil change intervals and optimum fuel
economy. It is recommended that
Toyota Genuine 0W-20 Motor Oil be
used during scheduled oil changes. For
normal operating conditions, Scion
recommends changing your oil and
filter every 7,500 miles or 6 months,
whichever occurs first. However, if
your vehicle is primarily driven under
any of the following Special Operating
Conditions, it is recommended that you
change your oil and filter every
5,000 miles or 4 months, whichever
occurs first:
>Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads
>Driving while towing, using a
car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle
loading
>Repeated trips of less than five
miles in temperatures below 32°F
/0°C
>Extensive idling and/or low speed
driving for a long distance such as
police, taxi or door-to-door delivery
use
SuperChrome and Alloy
Wheel Care
If you purchased genuine Toyota
accessory Aluminum Alloy Wheels,
follow these cleaning guidelines to
maintain the appearance of your alloy
wheels:
>If wheels are hot, wait for them to
cool before washing.
>Use a soft sponge or cotton cloth to
apply the same mild car-wash soap
as used for the vehicle body. Quickly
rinse off with water. Use a soft cloth
to apply the same car wax as used
for the vehicle body.
>DO NOT USE: Any kind of chemical
based cleaners, alcohol, solvents,
gasoline, steam cleaners, scouring
pads, wire brushes, or coarse
abrasives to clean your wheels.
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