check engine TOYOTA tC 2015 (in English) Owner's Guide

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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. 419
(Canada) Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
Indicates low level of
washer fluid. Fill the tank.

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Follow the correction procedures. (Vehicles with a smart key
system)After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light goes off.
Interior buzzerExterior buzzerWarning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Once (Remains
on for 8
seconds.) Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the electronic
key is not present when
attempting to start the
engine. Confirm the
location of the
electronic
key.

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■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute (U.S.A. only)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for
1 minute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles
without a smart key system), “ENGIN E START STOP” switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system), have it checked
by your Scion dealer.
■ Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Cus-
tomizable features ( P. 460) However, Scion recommends that the seat belt
reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger when
seat belts are not fastened.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off
the jack, leading to death or serious injury.
●Do not use the tire jack for any pu
rpose other than replacing tires or
installing and removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes wi th this vehicle for replacing a flat
tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for
replacing tires on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body u nder the vehicle while it is supported
by the jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the
jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a hei ght greater than that required to
replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one
working on or near the vehicle may be injured.

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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 t he radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on
immediately after a cold start. Confirm 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.
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the 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. Use Scion
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the fol-
lowing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 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.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference
*)
With filter
Without filter4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp.qt.)
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature

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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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Alphabetical index
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Eco Driving Indicator
Light ............................... 154, 192
Electric power steering........... 215
Electronic key
If your electronic key does not operate properly ................. 411
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ............................... 374
If a warning light turns on ..... 374
If the back door opener is inoperative ........................... 63
If your electronic key does not operate properly ................. 411
If the engine will not start...... 406
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 409
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ......................... 415
If you have a flat tire ............ 392
If you lose your keys............. 410
If you think something is wrong ................................. 372
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 422
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 424
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 363
If your vehicle overheats ...... 419
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 362
Engine Compartment........................ 298
Engine switch ............... 165, 169
Hood ..................................... 294
How to start the
engine ........................ 165, 169
Identification number ............ 430
If the engine will not start...... 406
Ignition switch ............... 165, 169
Overheating .......................... 419 Engine coolant
Capacity ................................433
Checking ...............................303
Preparing and checking before winter .......................226
Engine immobilizer system.....102
Engine oil
Capacity ................................431
Checking ...............................299
Preparing and checking before winter .......................226
Engine switch ...................165, 169
EPS ............................................215
Event data recorder ...................21
Floor mat...................................267
Fluid
Brake .....................................305
Washer ..................................312
Front passenger occupant classification system ............123
Front seats Adjustment ..............................67
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............349
Wattage .................................438
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............349
Switch....................................187
Wattage .................................438
Fuel Capacity ................................430
Fuel gauge ............................190
Fuel pump shut off system ....373
Gas station information .........492
Information ............................439
Refueling .................................97
Type ......................................439
Fuel door.....................................97
Fuel filler door ............................97E
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Tachometer .............................. 190
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 349
Switch ................................... 199
Wattage ................................ 438
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system... 102
Theft prevention labels ........... 105
Tire inflation pressure ............ 325
Tire information Glossary ............................... 450
Size ...................................... 446
Tire identification number ..... 445
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 447
Tires Chains .................................. 226
Checking .............................. 314
If you have a flat tire ............. 392
Inflation pressure .......... 325, 437
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 315
Information ........................... 443
Replacing ............................. 392
Rotating tires ........................ 314
Size ...................................... 437
Snow tires............................. 226
Spare tire .............................. 392
Tire pressure warning system................................ 314
Tools......................................... 392
Total load capacity .................. 225
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 233, 234
Emergency towing ................ 367
Trailer towing ........................ 232
TRAC ........................................ 215
Traction control ....................... 215
Trailer towing........................... 232
Trip meter................................. 190
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 349
Switch ................................... 187
Wattage ................................ 438 Vanity mirrors...........................259
Vehicle data recordings ............20
Vehicle identification
number ...................................429
Vehicle stability control...........215
VSC............................................215
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................374
Open door .............................378
Seat belt reminder .................378
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ..........376
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ........................377
Brake assist system ..............376
Brake system ........................374
Charging system .... ...............375
Electric power steering system warning light........................377
Electronic engine control
system ................................376
High coolant temperature ......378
Low engine oil pressure ........375
Low fuel level ........................378
Low tire pressure...................380
Low washer fluid ...................378
Malfunction indicator lamp ....376
Open door .............................378
Pretensioners ........................376
Seat belt reminder light .........378
Smart key system... ...............382
SRS airbags ..........................376
Tire pressure warning light ....380
Washer Checking ...............................312
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................226
Switch....................................204
Washing and waxing ...............274TV
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