snow chains TOYOTA tC 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

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NOTICE
Do not use liquid sealants for a flat
tire as tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter will be damaged.
 When the tires must be repaired or
replaced, have them repaired or re-
placed by the nearest Scion dealer
or an authorized tire dealer. The
tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters will be affected by the
installation or removal of tires.
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IF THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING
LIGHT COMES ON AFTER BLINKING
FOR 1 MINUTE...
If the tire pressure warning light comes
on after blinking for 1 minute when the
engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position, the tire pressure warning sys-
tem is not working properly.
The system will be disabled in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the
system will work properly.)
If tires not equipped with tire pressure
warning valves and transmitters are
used.
If the ID code on the tire pressure
warning valves and transmitters is not
registered on the tire pressure warning
computer.
If the tire inflation pressure is more
than 500 kPa (5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar, 73
psi) or higher.
The system may be disabled in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the
system will work properly.)
If electronic devices or facilities using
similar radio wave frequencies are
nearby.
If a radio set at similar frequencies is
in use in the vehicle.
If a window tint that affects the radio
wave signals is installed.
If there is a lot of snow or ice on the
vehicle, in particular around the wheels
or wheel housings.
If non −genuine Scion wheels are used.
If tire chains are used.
If the tire pressure warning light continues
to come on after blinking for 1 minute
when the engine switch is turned to the
“ON” position, have the system checked
by your Scion dealer.

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CAUTION
Do not overestimate the anti–lock
brake system: Although the anti–lock
brake system assists in providing ve-
hicle control, it is still important to
drive with all due care and maintain
a moderate speed and safe distance
from the vehicle in front of you, be-
cause there are limits to the vehicle
stability and effectiveness of steering
wheel operation even with the an-
ti–lock brake system on.
If tire grip performance exceeds its
capability, or if hydroplaning occurs
during high speed driving in the rain,
the anti–lock brake system does not
provide vehicle control.
Anti–lock brake system is not de-
signed to shorten the stopping dis-
tance: Always drive at a moderate
speed and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front of you.
Compared with vehicles without an
anti–lock brake system, your vehicle
may require a longer stopping dis-
tance in the following cases:
Driving on rough, gravel or
snow–covered roads.
Driving with tire chains installed.
Driving over the steps such as the
joints on the road.
Driving on roads where the road
surface is pitted or has other differ-
ences in surface height.
Install all 4 tires of specified size at
appropriate pressure: The anti–lock
brake system detects vehicle speeds
using the speed sensors for respec-
tive wheels’ turning speeds. The use
of tires other than specified may fail
to detect the accurate turning speed
resulting in a longer stopping dis-
tance.
“ABS” warning light
This light comes on when the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” position.
If the anti–lock brake system works
properly, the light turns off after a few
seconds. Thereafter, if the system mal-
functions, the light comes on again.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and
the brake system warning light is off), the
anti–lock brake system does not operate,
but the brake system still operates con-
ventionally.

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Use a washer fluid containing an anti-
freeze solution.
This product is available at your Scion
dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow
the manufacturer ’s directions for how
much to mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute because it may dam-
age your vehicle’s paint.
Do not use your parking brake when
there is a possibility it could freeze.
When parking, put the transmission into
“P” (automatic) or into first or reverse
(manual) and block the rear wheels. Do
not use the parking brake, or snow or
water accumulated in and around the
parking brake mechanism may freeze,
making it hard to release.
Keep ice and snow from accumulating
under the fenders.
Ice and snow built up under your fenders
can make steering difficult. During bad
winter driving, stop and check under the
fenders occasionally.Depending on where you are driving,
we recommend you carry some emer-
gency equipment.
Some of the things you might put in the
vehicle are tire chains, window scraper,
bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel,
jumper cables, etc.
Your vehicle is not designed to be
dinghy towed (with four wheels on the
ground) behind a motorhome.
NOTICE
Do not tow your vehicle with four
wheels on the ground. This may
cause serious damage to your vehicle.
Dinghy towing
(with automatic transmission)

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DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level232
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Checking the engine coolant level 234
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Checking the radiator and condenser 235
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Checking brake fluid 235
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Checking power steering fluid 236
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Checking tire inflation pressure 237
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Checking and replacing tires 239
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Rotating tires 241
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Installing snow tires and chains 242
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Replacing wheels 244
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Aluminum wheel precautions 245
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SECTION 7– 2

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High tire pressure (overinfla-
tion)—
Poor handling
 Excessive wear
 Uneven wear
 A greater possibility of tire
damage from road hazardstreadwear indicator
CHECKING YOUR TIRES
Check the tire’s tread for treadwear
indicators. If the indicators show,
replace the tires. The location of
treadwear indicators is shown by
the “TWI” or “
Δ” marks, etc.,
molded on the sidewall of each
tire. The tires on your Scion have built–in
treadwear indicators to help you know
when the tires need replacement.
When the tread depth wears to 1.6
mm (0.06 in.) or less, the indicators
will appear. If you can see the indica-
tors in two or more adjacent grooves,
the tire should be replaced. The lower
the tread, the higher the risk of skid-
ding.
Your Scion has been fitted with spe-
cially developed tires which provide
exceptional dynamic performance un-
der general road conditions. However
your riding comfort may worsen a little
and road noise may increase during
driving. You may also notice that your
tires will wear more rapidly and tire
grip performance will be reduced on
the snowy and/or icy roads when
compared to standard tires. Be sure
to have snow tires or tire chains on
the snowy and/or icy roads and drive
carefully with the speed appropriate
for road conditions.
Checking and replacing tires

240NOTICE
Low profile tire like 215/45ZR17
may have greater damage than
usual tires to its tire wheel
when receiving impact from the
road surface. Therefore, pay
attention to the followings.

Be sure to use with proper
tire pressure. If the tire pres-
sure is low, the tire may
have a greater damage. For
detailed information about
tire pressure, see page 261.
 Avoid driving onto high,
sharp–edged objects and oth-
er road hazards. Failure to
do so can lead to severe tire
damage.
The effectiveness of snow tires is
lost if the treadwears down below
4 mm (0.16 in.). If you have tire damage such as
cuts, splits, cracks deep e
nough to
expose the fabric, or bulges indi-
cating internal damage, the tire
should be repl aced.
If a tire often goes flat or cannot be
properly repaired due to the size or
location of a cut or other damage, it
should be replaced. If you are not
sure, consult with your Scion dealer.
If air loss occurs while driving, do not
continue driving. Driving even a short
distance can damage a tire beyond
repair.
An y ti res wh i ch are over 6 years
old must be checked by a qualified
technician even if damage is not
obvious.
Tires deteriorate with age even if they
have never or seldom been used.
This applies also to the spare tire and
tires stored for future use. REPLACING YOUR TIRES
When replacing a tire, use a tire of
the same size and construction,
and the same or greater maximum
load as the originally installed
tires.
Using any other size or type of tire
may seriously affect handling, ride,
speedometer/odometer calibration,
ground clearance, and clearance be-
tween the body and tires or snow
chains.
Check that the maximum load of the
replaced tire is greater than 1/2 of the
Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR)
of either the front axle or the rear
axle, whichever is greater. As for the
maximum load of the tire, see the load
limit at maximum cold tire inflation
pressure mentioned on the sidewall
of the tire, and as for the Gross Axle
Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the Cer-
tification Label. For details about the
sidewall of the tire and the Certifica-
tion Label, see pages 160 and 158.

242 When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by incorrect tire infla-
tion pressure, improper wheel align-
ment, out–of–balance wheels, or se-
vere braking.
CAUTION
Do not include a compact spare
tire when rotating the tires. It is
designed for temporary use only.
The tire pressure warning system
must be initialized when rotating tires,
in case that specified tire inflation
pressure is different between front
and rear.
WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR
CHAINS
Snow tires or chains are recommended
when driving on snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional tires
provide better traction than snow tires.
SNOW TIRE SELECTION
If you need snow tires, select tires of
the same size, construction and load
capacity as the originally installed tires.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.
CAUTION
Do not use snow tires other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended size, as
this may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of
control. Otherwise, an accident may
occur resulting in death or serious
injuries.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the front wheels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capability between the front
and rear tires which could cause loss of
vehicle control.
When storing removed tires you should
store them in a cool dry place.
Mark the direction of rotation and be sure
to install them in the same direction when
replacing.
CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
Installing snow tires and
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Pretensioners(seat belt pretensioners) 42 . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Scion from corrosion 212 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Radiator
Checking the radiator 235 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant, Engine 234 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear console box 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirror
Anti–glare inside 86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirrors
Outside 84 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window defogger switch 97 . . . . . . . . .
Rear window wiper and washer 94 . . . . . . .
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 266 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt reminder buzzer 103 . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt reminder light 103 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 215 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening 38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . Seating capacity 174
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Seats 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 218 . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicators 103 . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side mudguards 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 197 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plugs Iridium–tipped spark plugs 154 . . . . . . . .
Specifications 257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS driver airbags and front passenger airbag 45 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side and curtain shield airbags 53 . . .
SRS warning light 103
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Starting
Cold weather 180
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Engine 180
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Jump starting 191
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Starting a flooded engine 190
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Steering Switches 139
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Tilt steering wheel 84
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Steering column Column lock 112
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Suspension and chassis 159
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Emergency flasher 91
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Headlight, dimmer and turn signal 90 . . .
Ignition 112
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Overdrive 113
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Power window 18
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Rear window defogger 97
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Steering 139
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Windshield wiper and washer 94 . . . . . . .
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Tachometer 101
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Theft prevention labels 159
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Three–way catalytic converters 150 . . . . . .
Tie–down hooks 143
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Tilt steering wheel 84
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Tire pressure warning light 103, 117 . . . . . .
Tire pressure warning system 117 . . . . . . .
Tires Changing 200
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Checking and replacing 239
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Flat tire 194
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Inflation pressure 237
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Glossary 167
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Replacing 239
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Rotation 241
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Size 164, 261
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Snow tires and chains 242
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Spare 197
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Symbols 160
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Tire identification number (TIN) 163 . . . .
Tools 197
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