coolant level TOYOTA tC 2014 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-2. Maintenance
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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the connections.
(P. 306)
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 303)
Engine coolant Is the engine coolant at the cor-
rect level?
(P. 301)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(P. 297)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects.
(P. 303)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 310)
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.

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ItemsParts and tools
Engine coolant level (P. 301)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized
water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized
water.
• Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant)
Engine oil level P. 297)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 336)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original

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Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (P. 310)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 301)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 298)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 297)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 303)
Fuse box ( P. 336)
Battery ( P. 306)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 303)
Radiator ( P. 303)

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Maintenance and care
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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” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line. (P. 416)
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Scion dealer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Scion dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Cont act your Scion dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High engine coolant temperatur e warning light flashes or
comes on
● Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on or does
not come on continuously
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light goes off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Indicates that a door is not
fully closed. Check that all the doors are
closed.
Low fuel level warning
light Indicates remaining fuel is
approximately 2.2 gal.
(8.2 L, 1.8 Imp.gal.) or
less. Refuel the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver and/or
front passenger to fasten
their seat belts. Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s
seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also
needs to be fastened to
make the warning light
(warning buzzer) off.
High engine coolant tem-
perature warning light Indicates that the engine is
almost overheating. P. 416
(Canada) Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
Indicates low level of
washer fluid. Fill the tank.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on
immediately after a cold start. Conf irm that the fans are operating by
checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these,
turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may
not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Scion dealer.
If the fans are operating: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Scion dealer.
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
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Alphabetical index
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Tachometer .............................. 190
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 347
Switch ................................... 199
Wattage ................................ 434
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system... 101
Theft prevention labels ........... 104
Tire inflation pressure ............ 323
Tire information Glossary ............................... 446
Size ...................................... 442
Tire identification number ..... 441
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 443
Tires Chains .................................. 226
Checking .............................. 312
If you have a flat tire ............. 389
Inflation pressure .......... 323, 433
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 313
Information ........................... 439
Replacing ............................. 389
Rotating tires ........................ 312
Size ...................................... 433
Snow tires............................. 226
Spare tire .............................. 389
Tire pressure warning system................................ 312
Tools......................................... 389
Total load capacity .................. 225
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 233, 234
Emergency towing ................ 362
Trailer towing ........................ 232
TRAC ........................................ 215
Traction control ....................... 215
Trailer towing........................... 232
Trip meter................................. 190
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 347
Switch ................................... 187
Wattage ................................ 434 Vanity mirrors...........................259
Vehicle data recordings ............20
Vehicle identification
number ...................................425
Vehicle stability control...........215
VSC............................................215
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................371
Open door .............................375
Seat belt reminder .................375
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ..........373
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ........................374
Brake assist system ..............373
Brake system ........................371
Charging system .... ...............372
Electric power steering system warning light........................374
Electronic engine control
system ................................373
High coolant temperature ......375
Low engine oil pressure ........372
Low fuel level ........................375
Low tire pressure...................377
Low washer fluid ...................375
Malfunction indicator lamp ....373
Open door .............................375
Pretensioners ........................373
Seat belt reminder light .........375
Smart key system... ...............379
SRS airbags ..........................373
Tire pressure warning light ....377
Washer Checking ...............................310
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................226
Switch....................................204
Washing and waxing ...............272TV
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484 What to do if...
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A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 371If a warning light turns on
■Warning lights
orP. 375
P. 3 7 1
P. 374
P. 3 7 2
P. 375
P. 3 7 2
P. 375
or
P. 375
P. 3 7 3
P. 3 7 3P. 375
Brake system warning
light
Charging system
warning light
Open door warning light
Low fuel level warning
light
Malfunction indicator
lamp
SRS warning light
Low engine oil
pressure warning light
High engine coolant
temperature
warning light Low windshield
washer fluid
warning light
Electric power
steering system
warning lightDriver’s and/or front
passenger’s seat belts
reminder light