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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
*: Vehicles with a continuously variable transmission
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1444-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer
squirts.
nThe windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
n If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
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WARNING
nCaution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
nWhen the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
n When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
n When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Scion dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged\
.
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1454-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows:
*1 or *2
Intermittent window
wiper operation
*1 or *2
Normal window wiper
operation
*1:For U.S.A.
*2: For Canada
Washer/wiper dual operation
The wiper will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
nThe rear window wiper and w asher can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
n If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Rear window wiper and washer
Operating instructions
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2
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1464-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
NOTICE
nWhen the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
n When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
n When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Scion dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged\
.
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4-6. Driving tips
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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2016-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock systemwork properly?
Fluid leaks
• There should not be any signs offluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflation pressure cor-rect?
• The tires should not be dam-
aged or excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance
schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear window
wiper
• The wiper blades should not show
any signs of cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
• The wiper blades should clear the
windshield/rear window without
streaking or skipping.
WARNING
nIf the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.