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Driving
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WARNING
nReplacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Scion dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
n Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.
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lUse fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
l Have a service technician ins pect the condition of the battery.
l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand.
Perform the following accordin g to the driving conditions:
l Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
l To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
l Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, ve hicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
l Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle
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Driving
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con-
ditions.
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (continuously variable
transmission), 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the park-
ing brake. The parking brake may fr eeze up, preventing it from being
released. If necessary, block the wheels to prev ent inadvertent sliding
or creeping.
Tire chains cannot be mounted.
Snow tires should be used instead.
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains
WARNING
n Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
lUse tires of the size specified.
l Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
l Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
l Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
NOTICE
nDriving with tire chains
Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and
adversely affect driving performance.
n Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Scion dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
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5Interior features
Scion iM_U (12J49U)5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........ 166
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 173
• Front interior light/front personal lights............... 174
• Rear interior light .......... 175
• Vanity lights .................. 175 5-3. Using the storage
features
List of storage features ..... 176
• Glove box...................... 177
• Console box .................. 177
• Bottle holders ................ 178
• Cup holders .................. 179
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 180
Luggage compartment features ........................... 181
5-4. Other interior features Other interior features ....... 185
• Sun visors ..................... 185
• Vanity mirrors................ 185
• Clock ............................. 185
• Power outlet .................. 186
• Armrest ......................... 186
• Assist grips ................... 187
• Using the AUX port/USB port ................ 187
• Steering wheel audio switches .............. 188
• Using the microphone ................... 188
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nAdjusting the temperature setting
Increases the temperature
Decreases the temperature
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets are automatically selected and fan speed is automati-
cally adjusted according to the set temperature setting.
Air conditioning controls
1
2
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Interior features
Scion iM_U (12J49U)n
Fan speed setting
Increases the fan speed
Decreases the fan speed
nChange the airflow mode
To change the airflow mode,
move the airflow change knob
upward or downward.
The air outlets used are
changed each time the knob is
operated.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body
and feet.
Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger oper-
ates.
1
2
Airflow change knob
1
2
3
4
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Press .
The dehumidification function begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press .
nAutomatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air fl ow modes are operated, the auto-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-
tions other than that operated is maintained.
nAdjusting the temperature for driver and passenger seats sep-
arately
To turn on the dual control mode, perform any of the following pro-
cedures:
l Press .
l Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.
The indicator comes on when the dual control mode is on.
Using automatic mode
1
2
3