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2016 
Scion tC
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND 
EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
Auto lock/unlock 6
Engine  maintenance  
8
Fuel 
tank door opener  
and 
 cap  
8
Hood release
 
8
Indicator 
symbols  
4-5
Instrument 
cluster  
4
Instrument 
panel  
2-3
Keyless 
entry  
6
Smark 
key system  
7
  
Air Conditioning/Heating  15
Automatic  Transmission  
9
AUX por
t/USB port  
15
Bottle 
holders / Cup holders  
14
Clock
 
14
Cruise 
control  
11
Light 
control-Instrument panel  
12
Lights 
& turn signals  
11
Manual 
Transmission  
9
Moonroof
 
14
Parking 
brake  
16
Power outlet
 
16
Seat 
adjustments-Front  
10
Seat 
adjustments-Rear  
10
Seats-Head 
restraints  
10
Steering 
wheel switches  
16
Tilt stee
ring wheel  
13
Windows
 
13
Windshield 
wipers & washers  
12
  
Door locks 17
Floor  mat installation  
20
Seat 
belts  
17
Spare 
tire & tools  
18
Star 
Safety System
TM                                           19-20
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System  
17
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Tachometer 
Service indicator and reminder
Fuel gauge
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator (if equipped)
Speedometer
Odometer/Trip meter display change button
Odometer/Trip meter display
Low fuel level warning
Instrument panel light control knob
Instrument cluster
Seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Brake system warning
1
Charging system warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Indicator symbols 
Open door warning
AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a 
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer.
2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control” Section 2-4, 2016 Owner’s Manual.3 Only available on Automatic Transmission equipped vehicle
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2,  2015  Owner’s 
Manual .
p.190,194 Instr. clus. 
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Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Turn signal indicatorsHeadlight low/high beam indicator
Airbag SRS warning
1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Cruise control indicator2 
High coolant temperature warning1
Slip indicator1
Low fuel level warning
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1,3
Engine immobilizer system indicator Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator
1 
ECO driving indicator1 
Low engine coolant temperature indicator
Traction Control OFF indicator1 
Electric power steering system warning1
1
  If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a 
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer.
2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control” Section 2-4, 2016 Owner’s Manual.3 Only available on Automatic Transmission equipped vehicle
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2,  2015  Owner’s 
Manual .
Cruise control “SET” indicator 
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Keyless entry
Push
Push
 
ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
Panic button
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for 
safety.
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or 
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park (Automatic Transmission only).
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park (Automatic Transmission only).
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and 
driver’s door is opened.
See dealer for details for more details. 
p.26 key type A, B, E
p.459 program lock/un
Push and hold
Smart Key system
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or all doors. Grasping front passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Start function
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch 
will change the operation mode in succession from:
Power (without starting engine)
Trunk unlock
Locking operation
Carry remote to lock
Front door lock1
Carry remote to unlock
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Push ONCE: Driver door
  TWICE: All doors
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for 
safety.
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or 
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park (Automatic Transmission only).
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park (Automatic Transmission only).
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and 
driver’s door is opened.
See dealer for details for more details. 
Smart Key system
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or  all doors. Grasping front passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Start function
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Push
Depress 
brake pedal
Carrying
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; the engine not running.
All systems OFF.
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch 
will change the operation mode in succession from:
Power (without starting engine)
Trunk unlock
Push
Locking operationUnlocking operation
Carry remote to lock
Carry remote to unlock
Front door lock1
Carry remote to unlock
Front door unlock2
Touch
Grasp
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Automatic Transmission (if equipped)
Manual Transmission (if equipped)
* The ignition switch must be 
     
        
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission (if equipped)
Manual Transmission (if equipped)
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
N
“S” mode
* The ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from  Park.
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. 
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift 
lever in the “D” position.
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help  extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer 
to the “Warranty Maintenance Guide.” Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
NOTE: Tighten cap until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, 
Check Engine “
” indicator may illuminate.
Lift up ring to shift into reverse
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