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Tire inflation pressure
Check the pressure with a gauge ev-
ery two weeks, or at least once a
month. See page 243 for additional
information.
Tire surface and wheel nuts
Check the tires carefully for cuts,
damage or excessive wear. See page
246 for additional information. When
checking the tires, make sure no nuts
are missing, and check the nuts for
looseness. Tighten them if necessary.
Tire rotation
Rotate the tires
according to the
maintenance schedule. (For sched-
uled maintenance information, please
refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual Supple-
ment”.) See page 248 for additional
information.
Be on the alert for changes in perfor-
mance, sounds, and visual tip −offs that
indicate service is needed. Some impor-
tant clues are as follows:
Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
Appreciable loss of power
Strange engine noises
A fluid leak under the vehicle (however,
water dripping from the air conditioning
after use is normal.)
Change in exhaust sound (This may
indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide
leak. Drive with the windows open and
have the exhaust system checked im-
mediately.)
Flat −looking tire; excessive tire squeal
when cornering; uneven tire wear
Vehicle pulls to one side when driving
straight on a level road
Strange noises related to suspension
movement
Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy
feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal al-
most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one
side when braking
Engine coolant temperature continually
higher than normal If you notice any of these clues, take your
vehicle to your Scion dealer as soon as
possible. It probably needs adjustment or
repair.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving with the ve-
hicle unchecked. It could result in se-
rious vehicle damage and possibly
personal injury.
Does your vehicle need
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Engine compartment overview
1. Windshield washer fluid tank
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Engine oil level dipstick
5. Brake fluid reservoir
6. Fuse block
7. Battery
8. Electric cooling fans
9. Condenser
10. Radiator

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CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands, clothing, and tools away
from the moving fan and engine
drive belts. (Removing rings,
watches, and ties is advisable.)
Right after driving, the engine
compartment—the engine, radiator,
exhaust manifold and spark plug
boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care-
ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids
and spark plugs may also be hot.
If the engine is hot, do not remove
the radiator cap or loosen the drain
plugs to prevent burning yourself.
Do not leave anything that may
burn easily, such as paper or rags,
in the engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames around fuel or the
battery. Their fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautious when work-
ing on the battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Do not get under your vehicle with
just the body jack supporting it. Al-
ways use automotive jack stands or
other solid supports.
Be sure that the engine switch is
off if you work near the electric
cooling fans or radiator grille. With
the engine switch on, the electric
cooling fans will automatically start
to run if the engine coolant temper-
ature is high and/or the air condi-
tioning is on.
Use eye protection whenever you
work on or under your vehicle
where you may be exposed to flying
or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
Used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as in-
flammation or skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged
and repeated contact with it. To re-
move used engine oil from your
skin, wash thoroughly with soap
and water.
Do not leave used oil within the
reach of children.
Dispose of used oil and filter only
in a safe and acceptable manner.
Do not dispose of used oil and fil-
ter in household trash, in sewers or
onto the ground. Call your dealer or
a service station for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
Take care when filling the brake and
clutch reservoirs because brake or
clutch fluid can harm your hands or
eyes. If fluid gets on your hands or
in your eyes, flush the affected area
with clean water immediately. If you
still feel uncomfortable with your
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NOTICE
Remember that battery and ignition
cables carry high currents or volt-
ages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.
 Add only “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol based nonsilicate,
nonamine, nonnitrite, and nonbo-
rate coolant with longlife hybrid
organic acid technology to fill the
radiator. “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 50% cool-
ant and 50% deionized water.
 If you spill some of the coolant, be
sure to wash it off with water to
prevent it from damaging the parts
or paint.
 Do not allow dirt or anything else
to fall through the spark plug holes.
 Use only spark plugs of the speci-
fied type. Using other types will
cause engine damage, loss of per-
formance or radio noise.
 Do not overfill automatic transmis-
sion fluid, or the transmission
could be damaged.
Do not drive with the air cleaner
filter removed, or excessive engine
wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine
compartment.
 Be careful not to scratch the glass
surface with the wiper frame.
 When closing the hood, check to
see that you have not forgotten any
tools, rags, etc.
Parts and tools
Here is a list of parts and tools you will
need to perform do −it−yourself mainte-
nance. Remember all Scion parts are de-
signed in metric sizes, so your tools must
be metric.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent. See
page 241 for details about engine oil
selection.
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding oil)
CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or
similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non −silicate, non −amine, non− ni-
trite, and non −borate coolant with long −
life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a
mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water.
Tools:
Funnel (only for adding coolant)

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level240
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Checking the engine coolant level 242
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Checking the radiator and condenser 242
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Checking brake fluid 243
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. . . .
Checking tire inflation pressure 243
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Checking and replacing tires 246
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Rotating tires 248
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Installing snow tires and chains 248
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Replacing wheels 250
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SECTION 7 2

242
Look at the seethrough coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low, add the
coolant. (For the coolant type, see
“Coolant type selection” described be-
low.)
The coolant level in the reservoir will vary
with engine temperature. However, if the
level is on or below the “LOW” line, add
coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”
line.
If the coolant level drops within a short
time after replenishing, there may be a
leak in the system. Visually check the
radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap,
radiator cap and drain cock and water
pump.
If you can find no leak, have your Scion
dealer test the cap pressure and check
for leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Coolant type selection
Use of improper coolants may damage
your engine cooling system.
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non−silicate, non −amine, non −nitrite,
and non −borate coolant with long −life hy-
brid organic acid technology. (Coolant with
long− life hybrid organic acid technology is
a combination of low phosphates and or-
ganic acids.)
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-
ture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized
water. This coolant provides protection
down to about –35 C (–31 F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
Scion recommends “Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant”, which has been tested to
ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor
result in malfunction of your engine cool-
ant system with proper usage. “Toyota Su-
per Long Life Coolant” is formulated with
long− life hybrid organic acid technology
and has been specifically designed to
avoid engine cooling system malfunction
on Scion vehicles.
Please contact your Scion dealer for fur-
ther details. If either of the above parts are extremely
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, take your vehicle to a Scion dealer.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, be care-
ful not to touch the radiator or con-
denser when the engine is hot.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the radiator
and condenser, do not perform the
work by yourself.
Checking the engine coolant
level
Checking the radiator and
condenser

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Service specifications
ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):Intake 0.19 – 0.29 (0.007 – 0.012)
Exhaust 0.38 – 0.48 (0.015 – 0.019)
Spark plug type: DENSO SK20R11
NGK IFR6A11
Spark plug gap, mm(in.): 1.1 (0.043)
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt.,
Imp.qt.): With filter 4.3 (4.5, 3.8)
Without filter 4.1 (4.3, 3.6)
“Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Scion
vehicle. Use Scion approved “Genuine Mo-
tor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the follow-
ing grade and viscosity. Oil grade:
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Please contact your Scion dealer for fur-
ther details.
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W −20 or 0W −20
Outside temperature
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp.qt.):
Manual transmission 6.0 (6.3, 5.3)
Automatic transmission 5.9 (6.2, 5.2)
Coolant type:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is
used in your Scion vehicle at factory fill.
In order to avoid technical problems,
only use “Toyota Super Long Life Cool-
ant” or similar high quality ethylene gly-
col based non −silicate, non− amine, non−
nitrite, and non −borate coolant with
long− life hybrid organic acid technology.
(Coolant with long −life hybrid organic
acid technology is a combination of low
phosphates and organic acids.)
Do not use plain water alone.
Please contact your Scion dealer for fur-
ther details.
BATTERY
Open voltage* at 20 C (68 F):
12.6 – 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 – 12.4 V Half charged
11.8 – 12.0 V Discharged
*: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the
lights turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max.

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A
Adding washer fluid255
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Adjustment
Front seats 26
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Seat belt 31
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Air conditioning filters 136
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Air conditioning system 130
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Airbags 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 82 . . . . .
Anti −lock brake system
warning light 97
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Anti −theft steering column lock 108 . . . . . .
Appearance care Cleaning the interior 223
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Scion from
corrosion 220
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Washing and waxing 221
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Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 109
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Shift lock override button 215
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Shift pattern 109
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Shift speed 109
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AUX adapter 145
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 21
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B
Back door 20
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Back door lock 20
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Battery Checking battery condition 252 . . . . . . . .
Gas caution 252
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Handling safety 252
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Recharging precautions 253
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Winter driving tips 189
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Before starting the engine 186
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Bottle holders 148
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 162 . . . . . .
Brake system 159
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Brake system warning light 97
. . . . . . . . . .
Brakes
Fluid level 243
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Pad wear indicators 162
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Parking 124
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Break −in tips 152
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Brightness control 88
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C
Carbon monoxide caution 155
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Cargo and luggage Capacity 179
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Distribution 180
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Stowage precautions 180
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Certification label 162
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charging system warning light 97
. . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing fuses 254 . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing tires 246 . . . . . . . .
Checking brake fluid 243
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Checking the engine oil level 240 . . . . . . . .
Checking the radiator and condenser 242
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Child restraint Child restraint system 61
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Installation 63
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Precautions 60
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Types of child restraint system 62 . . . . . .
Cleaning the interior 223
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Clock 143
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Cold weather Operation 189
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Controls, Instrument panel 2
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Cooling system Coolant level 242
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Engine overheating 199
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Radiator and reservoir 242
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Radiator cap 242
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Winter driving tips 189
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Corrosion prevention 220
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Cruise control 125
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Cup holders 147
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D
Defogger, Rear window90
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Dimmer switch, Headlight 86
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Dinghy towing 190
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Directional signals 86
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Do −it−yourself maintenance
Parts and tools 235
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Service precautions 233
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Does your vehicle need repairing? 229 . . .
Driving Automatic transmission 109
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Driving tips 187, 189
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Manual transmission 113
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Driving in the rain 188
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Driving tips
Driving in the rain 188
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Driving tips in various conditions 187
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Driving with an automatic transmission 109
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Driving with a
manual transmission 113
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Economical driving 192
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Good driving practice 109, 113
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Winter driving tips 189
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During
Break −in 152
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E
Economical driving
Saving money on both fuel
and repairs 192 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system Battery 252 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 233 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 254 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 87 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency, In case of Blown fuse 254 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 87 . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot operate back door opener 216 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot shift automatic
transmission selector lever 215 . . . . . .
If you lose your keys 216 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 196 . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 197 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs 230 . . . . . . . Engine
Before starting the engine 186 . . . . . . . . .
Checking the coolant level 242 . . . . . . . .
Emission control device 154 . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment overview 232 . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood release 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification Number 162 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil consumption 156 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil level 240 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting procedure 186 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three −way catalytic converter 154 . . . . .
Engine coolant Temperature indicator and waning light 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 189 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil Winter driving tips 189 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine switch 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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L
Light bulbsBack −up lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front side marker lights 258 . . . . . . . . . . .
Front turn signal lights 258 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlights 257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
License plate lights 260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking lights 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear side marker lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear turn signal lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop and tail lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light bulbs, replacing 256 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light, Interior Interior light 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light reminder buzzer 97 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Load limits 179 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lock Side doors 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low fuel level warning light 97 . . . . . . . . . . .
Low oil pressure warning light 97 . . . . . . . .
Low windshield washer fluid level warning light 97 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage compartment light 89 . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage stowage box 149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M
Maintenance
Do −it−yourself maintenance 233 . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need repairing? 229 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 227 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance requirements 226 . . . . . . . .
Parts and tools 235 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to go for service 226 . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp 97 . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission Driving with a
manual transmission 113 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 113 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum allowable speed
Automatic transmission 109 . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission 113 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirror
Anti −glare inside rear view 82 . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view 80 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vanity 83 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi −information display 142 . . . . . . . . . . . .
N
New vehicle break−in 152 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
O
Odometer 95
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Oil
Consumption 156
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Power steering 157
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Viscosity and grade 241, 263
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Oil consumption 156
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Open door warning light 97
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating tips 133
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Operation in foreign countries 154 . . . . . . .
Overdrive switch 109
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Overheating, Engine 199
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating, Engine coolant 94
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Overview Engine compartment 232
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P
Parking brake
Operation 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake reminder light 97 . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 221 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning a floor jack 236 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pretensioners (seat belt pretensioners) 37 . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Scion from corrosion 220 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .