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Scion iM_U (12J49U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 110
Cargo and luggage............ 120
Vehicle load limits ............. 123
Trailer towing..................... 124
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a
continuously variable
transmission)................... 125
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a
manual transmission) ...... 126
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ..... 128
Continuously variable transmission .................... 131
Manual transmission ......... 135
Turn signal lever................ 137
Parking brake .................... 138
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 139
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 143
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 145
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 147
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control .................... 151
Driving assist systems....... 156
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips.............. 162 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
4Driving5Interior features
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Scion iM_U (12J49U)6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 190
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 193
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 196
General maintenance ........ 198
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 202
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 203
Hood.................................. 205
Positioning a floor jack ...... 207
Engine compartment ......... 208
Tires .................................. 220
Tire inflation pressure........ 230
Wheels .............................. 233
Air conditioning filter .......... 235
Wireless remote control battery ............................. 237
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 239
Light bulbs ......................... 242 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 252
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 253
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 254
If you think something is wrong............................... 260
Fuel pump shut off system ............................. 261
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 262
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 269
If you have a flat tire .......... 272
If the engine will not start ................................. 283
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................. 284
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 285
If your vehicle overheats......................... 288
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 291
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises
15Pictorial index
Scion iM_U (12J49U)Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 76
If a warning messages or indicator is displayed . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 138
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 138
Precautions for winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 163
Warning buzzer/message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 137
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 139
Headlights/front parking lights/tail lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 139
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 143
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 143
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 219
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 219
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 252
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 205
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 101
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 101
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 166
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 166
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 169
Tire pressure warning reset switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 222
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401-1. For safe use
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
nIf the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
lSlight abrasions, burns, bruising etc., may be sustained from SRS airbags,
due to the extremely high speed deployment (inflation) by hot gases.
l A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
l Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as
well as the front seats, parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof side rails,
may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
l The windshield may crack.
n SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)
lThe SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds the
set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approximately 12 -
18 mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision wi th a fixed wall that does not move or
deform).
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher in the following
situations:
• If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact
• If the vehicle is involved in an underride collision, such as a collision in
which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a
truck
l Depending on the type of collision, it is possible that only the seat belt pre-
tensioners will activate.
l The SRS front airbags for the front pass enger will not activate if there is no
passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS front air-
bags for the front passenger may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, even if
the seat is unoccupied.
l The SRS seat cushion airbag on the front seats will not operate if the occu-
pant is not wearing a seat belt.
n SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS side and curtain shield airbags)
l The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an
impact that exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding
to the impact force produced by an approximately 3300 lb. [1500 kg] vehicle
colliding with the vehicle cabin from a direction perpendicular to the vehicle
orientation at an approximate speed of 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h]).
l The SRS curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of vehicle rollover.
l The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of a frontal
collision.
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For safety and security
Scion iM_U (12J49U)n
Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other than
a collision
The SRS front airbags and SRS side and curtain shield airbags may also
deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some
examples are shown in the illustration.
The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy under the situations shown
in the illustration.
n Types of collisions that may not de ploy the SRS airbags (SRS front air-
bags)
The SRS front airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a
side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed frontal
collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes sufficient forward
deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front airbags may occur. l Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard
surface
l Falling into or jumping over a deep hole
l Landing hard or falling
l The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal
l The vehicle skids and hits a curb stone
l Collision from the side
l Collision from the rear
l Vehicle rollover
451-1. For safe use
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For safety and security
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
Front passenger occupant classification
system
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classi-
fication system. This system detects the conditions of the front
passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the
front passenger.
SRS warning light
Seat belt reminder light
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light1
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461-1. For safe use
Scion iM_U (12J49U)n
Adult*1
nChild*4
Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classi-
fication system
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights“AIR BAG ON”
SRS warning lightOff
Seat belt reminder lightOff*2 or
flashing
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Devices
Front passenger airbag
ActivatedSide airbag
on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Seat cushion airbag
in the front passenger sideActivated*2 or
deactivated
*3
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensionerActivated
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights“AIR BAG OFF” or “AIR BAG ON”
*4
SRS warning lightOff
Seat belt reminder lightOff*2 or
flashing
*3
Devices
Front passenger airbagDeactivated or activated
*4
Side airbag
on the front passenger seat
ActivatedCurtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Seat cushion airbag
in the front passenger sideDeactivated or activated
*4, 2
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensionerActivated
853-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
nPanic mode
n If you lose your keys
New genuine keys can be made by your Scion dealer using the other key and
the key number stamped on your key number plate. Keep the plate in a safe
place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
n When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a key with wireless remote control function onto an aircraft,
make sure you do not press any buttons on the key while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag, etc., ensure that the buttons are
not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the key to
emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
n Conditions affecting the operatio n of the wireless remote control
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
l When the wireless key battery is depleted
l Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless communi-
cation devices
l When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
l When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object
l When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
l When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as a
personal computer
l If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
When is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the
wireless remote control.