battery TOYOTA tC 2013 (in English) Service Manual

410 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent battery discharge
● Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system only: Open and close any
of the doors of your vehicle with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the engine of your vehicle by turning the engine switch to
the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or
turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION
ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Scion
dealer as soon as possible.STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■
Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:
● Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
● Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.

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CAUTION
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:
● When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. 
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the battery.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fans or belt.

428 6-1. Specifications
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Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-tact your Scion dealer.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged

12.2  12.4 V Half charged 
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(
*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity*6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using a transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by
vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.

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Tire related termMeaning
Maximum loaded 
vehicle weight The sum of:

(a) Curb weight 
(b) Accessory weight 
(c) Vehicle capacity weight 
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter 
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges

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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 234, 242
ABS........................................... 212
Active head rest ........................ 71
Air conditioning system ......... 234
AirbagsAirbag operating conditions .. 110
Airbag precautions for your 
child.................................... 114
Airbag warning light .............. 369
Curtain shield airbag 
operating conditions ........... 110
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions ........................ 114
Front passenger occupant 
classification system .......... 120
General airbag precautions .. 114
Locations of airbags ............. 106
Modification and disposal of 
airbags ............................... 119
Proper driving posture .. 104, 114
Side airbag operating 
conditions ........................... 110
Side airbag precautions........ 114
SRS airbags ......................... 106
Anti-lock brake system ........... 212
Assist grips.............................. 264
Audio input .............................. 243
Audio system Audio input ........................... 243
AUX port/USB port ............... 243
Portable music player ........... 243
Steering wheel audio 
switch ................................. 244 Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........176
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P......................403
S mode ..................................180
AUX port/USB port ...................243
Auxiliary box ............................254
Back door Back door ................................62
Wireless remote control ..........50
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............345
Wattage .................................432
Battery Checking ...............................306
If the vehicle has a 
discharged battery ..............409
Preparing and checking 
before winter .......................223
Bottle holders ...........................255
Brake Fluid ......................................303
Parking brake ........................186
Brake assist ..............................212
Break-in tips .............................151
Brightness control Instrument panel light 
control .................................190A
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CareExterior .................................. 272
Interior ...................................276
Seat belts ..............................277
Cargo capacity .........................217
Cargo hooks ............................. 267
Chains ....................................... 223
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........ 126
Booster seats, installation ..... 132
Convertible seats, 
definition ............................. 126
Convertible seats, 
installation ...........................132
Front passenger occupant 
classification system ...........120
Infant seats, definition ...........126
Infant seats, installation.........132
Installing CRS with lower 
anchorages .........................134
Installing CRS with 
seat belts ............................ 136
Installing CRS with top 
straps .................................. 142
Child safety
Airbag precautions ................114
Battery precautions ....... 308, 412
Child restraint system............126
How your child should wear 
the seat belt ..........................81
Installing child restraints ........ 132
Moon roof precautions ............ 93
Power window lock switch....... 89
Power window precautions .....90
Removed key battery 
precautions .........................332
Seat belt extender 
precautions ...........................84
Seat belt precautions ..............82 Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 272
Interior ................................... 276
Seat belts .............................. 277
Clock ......................................... 258
Condenser ................................ 303
Console box ............................. 253
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 413
Cruise control .......................... 208
Cup holders .............................. 254
Curtain shield airbags ............. 106
Customizable features ............ 450
Daytime running light 
system .................................... 199
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 242
Side mirrors........................... 242
Dimension ................................ 422
Dinghy towing ................... 230,231
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 287
Doors Back door ................................ 62
Door glasses ........................... 89
Door lock ............... 32, 50, 55, 62
Side doors ............................... 55
Side mirrors............................. 87
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 151
Correct posture ..................... 104
Procedures............................ 148
Winter driving tips ................. 223C
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Electric power steering........... 212
Electronic key
If your electronic key does not 
operate properly ................. 405
Emergency, in case of If the back door opener is 
inoperative ........................... 64
If your electronic key does not 
operate properly ................. 405
If the engine will not start...... 400
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ..................... 403
If the vehicle has discharged 
battery ................................ 409
If the warning buzzer 
sounds ............................... 367
If the warning light turns on .. 367
If you have a flat tire ............ 385
If you lose your keys............. 404
If you think something is 
wrong ................................. 365
If your vehicle becomes 
stuck................................... 416
If your vehicle has to be 
stopped in an emergency... 418
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed ................................. 357
If your vehicle overheats ...... 413
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 356
Engine
Compartment........................ 296
Engine switch ............... 163, 167
Hood ..................................... 292
How to start the engine ........................ 163, 167
Identification number ............ 423
If the engine will not start...... 400
Ignition switch ............... 163, 167
Overheating .......................... 413 Engine coolant
Capacity ................................427
Checking ...............................301
Preparing and checking 
before winter .......................223
Engine immobilizer system.....100
Engine oil
Capacity ................................425
Checking ...............................297
Preparing and checking 
before winter .......................223
Engine switch ...................163, 167
EPS ............................................212
Event data recorder ...................23
Floor mat...................................265
Fluid
Brake .....................................303
Washer ..................................310
Front passenger occupant 
classification system ............120
Front seats Adjustment ..............................68
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............345
Wattage .................................432
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............345
Switch....................................185
Wattage .................................432
Fuel Capacity ................................424
Fuel gauge ............................188
Fuel pump shut off system ....366
Gas station information .........484
Information ............................433
Refueling .................................95
Type ......................................433
Fuel door.....................................95
Fuel filler door ............................95E
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Maintenance
Do-it-yourself 
maintenance ...................... 287
General maintenance ........... 282
Maintenance data ................. 422
Maintenance requirements ... 279
Manual transmission .............. 183
Meter Instrument panel light 
control ................................ 190
Meters .................................. 188
Microphone .............................. 245
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 86
Side mirror heater................. 242
Side mirrors ............................ 87
Vanity mirrors ....................... 257
Moon roof................................... 91
Noise from under vehicle ......... 20
Odometer ................................. 188
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 297
Opener Back door ............................... 62
Fuel filler door......................... 95
Hood ..................................... 292
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 87
Outside temperature 
display ................................... 190
Overheating, Engine ............... 413 Parking brake ...........................186
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs .............345
Switch....................................197
Wattage .................................432
Personal/interior lights
Personal/interior light ............247
Switch....................................248
Wattage .................................432
Power outlet .............................259
Power windows ..........................89
Radiator ....................................303
Rear seats Adjustment ..............................74
Folding down ...........................74
Seat adjustment ......................74
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulb ...............345
Wattage .................................432
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............345
Wattage .................................432
Rear window defogger ............242
Rear window wiper ..................205
Replacing Fuses ....................................334
Key battery ............................330
Light bulbs .............................345
Tires ......................................385
Wireless remote control 
battery .................................330
Reporting safety defects for 
U.S.A. owners ........................456
Reset the maintenance 
data .........................................280M
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WeightCargo capacity ......................217
Load limits ............................. 222
Weight ...................................422
Wheels ......................................327
Window glasses ........................89
Window lock switch ...................89
Windows Power windows ....................... 89
Rear window defogger .......... 242
Washer .................................. 201
Windshield wipers ...................201
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking ...................50
Replacing the battery ............330
Wireless remote control key .... 50