check oil TOYOTA FR-S 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenanceDo-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 234
Hood................................... 237
Positioning a floor jack ....... 239
Engine compartment .......... 241
Tires ................................... 254
Tire inflation pressure......... 261
Wheels ............................... 265
Air conditioning filter ........... 268
Wireless remote control key battery ....................... 270
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 273
Light bulbs .......................... 281
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ........... 294
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 295
If you think something is wrong ............................... 302
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 303 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 304
If you have a flat tire ........... 314
If the engine will not start .... 325
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles
with an automatic
transmission) .................... 326
If you lose your keys ........... 327
If the battery is discharged ........................ 328
If your vehicle overheats..... 332
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 335
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency........................ 337
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 340
Fuel information .................. 352
Tire information................... 356
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 369
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

134 2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
● On vehicles with an automatic transmission, do not race the engine for
more than 5 seconds in any position except the N or P position when the
brake is applied or when chocks are used in the wheels. This may cause
the transmission fluid to overheat.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the br ake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 314)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Scion dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, differential, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Make sure to install 4 tires that are of the specified size, and that all
4 tires are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread pat-
tern.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●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.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have
accumulated on the exterior li ghts, vehicle's roof, chassis,
around the tires or on the brakes.
● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes
before getting in the vehicle.

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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the connections.
(P. 249)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 247)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 245)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 242)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 247)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 252)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Scion dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

242 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than five minutes for the oil to
drain back into the bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
When checking the oil, look at both sides of the dipstick and use the
lower measurement to determine the level of oil.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully. Low
Full
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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Maintenance and care
■
Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil
selection P. 344
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Maintenance and care
Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap, radiator cap,
drain cock and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Scion dealer pressure test the cap and
check for leaks in the cooling system.

344 6-1. Specifications
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Scion vehicle. Scion rec-
ommends the use of approved “T oyota Genuine Motor Oil”. Another
motor oil of matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference*)
Without filter
With filter 5.5 qt. (5.2 L, 4.6 Imp. qt.)
5.8 qt. (5.5 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering........... 174
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 294
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start...... 325
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 326
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 328
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 304
If the warning light turns on .............................. 304
If you have a flat tire ............ 314
If you lose your keys............. 327
If you think something is wrong ................................. 302
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 335
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ......................... 337
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ............................ 295
If your vehicle overheats ...... 332 Engine
Compartment ........................241
Engine switch ........................135
Hood......................................237
How to start the engine .........135
Identification number .............341
If the engine will not start ......325
Ignition switch........................135
Overheating...........................332
Engine coolant Capacity ................................346
Checking ...............................245
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................151
Engine immobilizer system.......59
Engine oil Capacity ................................344
Checking ...............................242
Preparing and checking before winter .......................184
Engine switch ...........................135
Engine switch light ..................202
EPS ............................................174
Event data recorder ...................16E

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Alphabetical index
Warning buzzers
Electric power steering ......... 305
Seat belt reminder ................ 307
Warning lights Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light ....................... 307
Anti-lock brake
system................................ 305
Brake assist system ............. 305
Brake system........................ 304
Charging system .... .............. 304
Cruise control indicator light ...................... 305
Electric power steering system warning light .......... 305
Electronic engine control
system................................ 305
Engine oil pressure............... 304
Low fuel level........................ 307
Low tire pressure .................. 307
Malfunction indicator lamp ................................... 305
Open door ............................ 307
Pretensioners ....................... 305
Seat belt reminder light .................................... 307
Slip indicator light ................. 305
SRS airbags ......................... 305
Tire pressure warning system................................ 307
Washer
Checking .............................. 252
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 184
Switch ................................... 166
Washing and waxing............... 220 Weight
Cargo capacity ......................179
Load limits .............................183
Weight ...................................340
Wheels ......................................265
Window glasses ........................52
Window lock switch ...................52
Windows
Power windows .......................52
Rear window defogger ..........199
Washer ..................................166
Windshield wipers ...................166
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ...................22
Replacing the battery ............270
Wireless remote control key ....22W