TOYOTA tC 2015 Owners Manual (in English)

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CAUTION
■Use of defective wheels prohibited
Do not use cracked or deformed wheels.
Doing so could cause the tire to leak air during driving, possibly causing
an accident.
NOTICE
■Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters (U.S.A.
only)
●Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn-
ing valves and transmitters, make su
re to have tires serviced by your
Scion dealer or other qualified servic e shop. In addition, make sure to
purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your
Scion dealer.
●Ensure that only genuine Scion wheels are used on your vehicle.
Tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not work properly
with non-genuine wheels.

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Open the glove box. ( P. 254)
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the cover.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
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Remove the filter.
■ Replacement method
Replace the air conditioning
filter with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on
the filter should be pointing up.
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■Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas wit h heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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Wireless remote control/electronic key batter y
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
■You will need the following items:
●Flathead screwdriver
● Small flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery
Vehicles without a smart ke y system (type A): CR2016
Vehicles without a smart ke y system (type B): CR1620
Vehicles with a smart key system: CR1632

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■Replacing the battery (vehicles without a smart key system)
Ty p e A Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
Remove the module.
Remove the battery cover and
the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
STEP 1
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Ty p e B
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
Remove the battery cover.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
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■Replacing the battery (vehicles with a smart key system)
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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■
Use the following types of lithium battery
Vehicles without a smart key system (type A): CR2016
Vehicles without a smart key system (type B): CR1620
Vehicles with a smart key system: CR1632
●Batteries can be purchased at your Scion dealer, local electrical appli-
ance shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart key system (if equipped) and wireless remote control will not
function properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.

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NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.