radiator cap TOYOTA FR-S 2014 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
Battery (P. 249)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 242)
Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 247)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 243)Washer fluid tank
(P. 252)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser (P. 247)
Radiator (P. 247)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 245)
Fuse box (P. 273)

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4
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.

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■Coolant selection
Only use “TOYOTA Genuine 50/50 Pre-mixed Super Long Life Coolant
BLUE” or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine,
non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy.
“TOYOTA Genuine 50/50 Pre-mixed Super Long Life Coolant BLUE” is a
mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -31F [-35C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Scion dealer.
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

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When trouble arises
333 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable. (P. 346)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Scion dealer as soon as
possible.
STEP 5

406 Alphabetical index
Parking brake ........................... 149
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 281
Switch.................................... 164
Wattage ................................. 351
Power outlets ........................... 213
Power windows ..........................52
Radiator .................................... 247
Rear seats ...................................36
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 281
Wattage ................................. 351
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 281
Switch.................................... 148
Wattage ................................. 351
Rear window defogger ............ 199
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 273
Key battery ............................ 270
Light bulbs ............................. 281
Tires ...................................... 314
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................... 372
REV indicator ........................... 125Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt............. 40
Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) .................... 42
Child restraint system
installation........................... 111
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 225
Emergency Locking
Retractor (ELR) .................... 42
How to wear your seat belt ..... 40
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 42
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use .............. 45
Reminder light ....................... 307
Seat belt guide ........................ 41
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 41
Seating capacity ...................... 184P
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