oil pressure TOYOTA xB 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

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Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster
Brake system warning light*1
Driver ’s seat belt reminder light*1
Charging system warning light*1
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
Low engine oil pressure warning light*1
Anti-lock brake system warning light*1
SRS warning light*1
Low fuel level warning light*1
Turn signal indicator lights
Headlight high beam indicator light
Front passenger ’s seat belt reminder light*
1
Open door warning light*1

*1: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warningbuzzers” on page 97.
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2: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 125.
Engine oil replacement reminder light*1
Slip indicator light
Vehicle stability control system off indicator
light*
1
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
Electric power steering system warning light*1
Cruise control indicator light*2
Tire pressure warning light*1
Headlight indicator light

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(h) Low Engine Oil Pressure WarningLight
This light warns that the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are
driving, pull off the road to a safe place
and stop the engine immediately. Call a
Scion dealer or qualified repair shop for
assistance.
The light may occasionally flicker when
the engine is idling or it may come on
briefly after a hard stop. There is no
cause for concern if it then goes out when
the engine is accelerated slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level
is extremely low. It is not designed to
indicate low oil level, and the oil level
must be checked using the level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the
warning light on—even for one block.
It may ruin the engine.
(i) “ABS” Warning Light
The light comes on when the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” position. If
the anti −lock brake system and the brake
assist system work properly, the light
turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter,
if the systems malfunction, 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, the brake assist
system, the traction control system and
the vehicle stability control system do not
operate, but the brake system still oper-
ates conventionally.
When the “ABS” warning light is on (and
the brake system warning light is off), the
anti −lock brake system does not operate
so that the wheels could lock up during
a sudden braking or braking on slippery
road surfaces.
If either of the following conditions
occurs, this indicates a malfunction
somewhere in the components moni-
tored by the warning light system.
Contact your Scion dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.When the engine switch is turned to
the “ON” position, the light does not
come on or remains on.
The light comes on while you are driv-
ing.
A warning light turning on briefly during
operation does not indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If the “ABS” warning light remains on
together with the brake system warn-
ing light, immediately stop your ve-
hicle at a safe place and contact your
Scion dealer.
In this case, not only the antilock
brake system will fail but also the
vehicle will become extremely unsta-
ble during braking.
(j) Open Door Warning Light
This light remains on until all the side
doors and back door are completely
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Do not leave the engine running in
an area with snow buildup, or
where it is snowing. If snowbanks
build up around the vehicle while
the engine is running, exhaust
gases may collect and enter the ve-
hicle. This may lead to death or a
serious health hazard.
When taking a nap in the vehicle,
always turn the engine off. Other-
wise, you may accidentally move
the shift lever or depress the accel-
erator pedal, which could cause an
accident or fire due to engine over-
heating. Additionally, if the vehicle
is parked in a poorly ventilated
area, exhaust gases may collect and
enter the vehicle, leading to death
or a serious health hazard.
FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL
Engine oil has the primary functions of
lubricating and cooling the inside of the
engine, and plays a major role in main-
taining the engine in proper working order.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
It is normal that an engine should con-
sume some engine oil during normal
engine operation. The causes of oil
consumption in a normal engine are as
follows.
Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston
rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil
is left on the cylinder wall when a pis-
ton moves downwards in the cylinder.
High negative pressure generated when
the vehicle is decelerating sucks some
of this oil into the combustion chamber.
This oil as well as some part of the oil
film left on the cylinder wall is burned
by the high temperature combustion
gases during the combustion process.
Oil is also used to lubricate the stems
of the intake valves. Some of this oil
is sucked into the combustion chamber
together with the intake air and is
burned along with the fuel. High tem-
perature exhaust gases also burn the
oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve
stems.
The amount of engine oil consumed de-
pends on the viscosity of the oil, the
quality of the oil and the conditions the
vehicle is driven.
More oil is consumed by high −speed driv-
ing and frequent acceleration and decel-
eration.
A new engine consumes more oil, since
its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls
have not become conditioned.
Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per 1000
km (1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qt./600
miles)
When judging the amount of oil con-
sumption, note that the oil may become
diluted and make it difficult to judge
the true level accurately.
Facts about engine oil
consumption

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Meaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
tire inflation pressure when the vehicl
e has been parked for at leas t 3 hour s
or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile under that
condition
Maximum inflation pressurethe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it is
shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressurecold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)
of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, pow-
er seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as
factory −installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
the weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped, air conditioning and addi-
tional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
t he sum of —
(a) curb weight;
(b) accessory weight;
(c) vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) production options weight
Normal occupant weight68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column
of Table 1 that follows
—Glossary of tire terminology

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4. Start your engine in the normal way.After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm
for several minutes with the accelerator
pedal lightly depressed.
5. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable
and then the positive cable.
If the cause of your battery discharging is
not apparent (for example, lights left on),
you should have it checked at your Scion
dealer.
If the first start attempt is not success-
ful...
Check that the clamp on the jumper
cables are tight. Recharge the discharged
battery with the jumper cables connected
for several minutes and restart your en-
gine in the normal way.
If the another attempt is not successful,
the battery may be depleted. Have it
checked at your Scion dealer. If your engine stalls while driving...
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try starting the engine again.
If the engine will not start, see “If your
vehicle will not start” on page 196.
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, if you ex-
perience a loss of power, or if you hear
a loud knocking or pinging noise, the
engine has probably overheated. You
should follow this procedure...
1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and turn on your emergency
flashers. Put the transmission in “P”
(automatic) or neutral (manual) and ap-
ply the parking brake. Turn off the air
conditioning if it is being used.
2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine.
Wait until the steam subsides before
opening the hood. If there is no coolant
boiling over or steam, leave the engine
running and make sure the electric
cooling fan is operating. If it is not,
turn the engine switch off.
CAUTION
To help avoid personal injury, keep
the hood closed until there is no
steam. Escaping steam or coolant is
a sign of very high pressure.
If your engine stalls while
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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level240
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Checking the engine coolant level 242
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Checking the radiator and condenser 242
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Checking brake fluid 243
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Checking tire inflation pressure 243
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Checking and replacing tires 246
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Rotating tires 248
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Installing snow tires and chains 248
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Replacing wheels 250
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SECTION 7 2

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CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):5 – 15 (0.2 – 0.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp.qt.): 2.5 (2.6, 2.2)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL −4 or GL −5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W −90
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp.qt.): 3.5 (3.7, 3.1)
Fluid type: Toyota Genuine ATF WS
Change automatic transmission fluid only
as necessary. Generally, it is necessary to change
automatic transmission fluid only if your
vehicle is driven under one of the Special
Operating Conditions listed in your
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner ’s Manual Supplement”. When
changing the automatic transmission fluid,
use only “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” to aid
in assuring optimum transaxle
performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF
WS” may cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimate-
ly damage the automatic transmission
of your vehicle.
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the pressure of 294 N (30 kgf, 60
lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.):
87 (3.4)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1 – 6 (0.04 – 0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf): 6 – 9 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
STEERING
Wheel free play: Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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L
Light bulbsBack −up lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front side marker lights 258 . . . . . . . . . . .
Front turn signal lights 258 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlights 257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
License plate lights 260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking lights 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear side marker lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear turn signal lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop and tail lights 259 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light bulbs, replacing 256 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light, Interior Interior light 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light reminder buzzer 97 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Load limits 179 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lock Side doors 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low fuel level warning light 97 . . . . . . . . . . .
Low oil pressure warning light 97 . . . . . . . .
Low windshield washer fluid level warning light 97 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage compartment light 89 . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage stowage box 149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M
Maintenance
Do −it−yourself maintenance 233 . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need repairing? 229 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 227 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance requirements 226 . . . . . . . .
Parts and tools 235 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to go for service 226 . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp 97 . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission Driving with a
manual transmission 113 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 113 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum allowable speed
Automatic transmission 109 . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission 113 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirror
Anti −glare inside rear view 82 . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view 80 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vanity 83 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi −information display 142 . . . . . . . . . . . .
N
New vehicle break−in 152 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
O
Odometer 95
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Oil
Consumption 156
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Power steering 157
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Viscosity and grade 241, 263
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Oil consumption 156
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Open door warning light 97
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Operating tips 133
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Operation in foreign countries 154 . . . . . . .
Overdrive switch 109
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Overheating, Engine 199
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Overheating, Engine coolant 94
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Overview Engine compartment 232
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P
Parking brake
Operation 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake reminder light 97 . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 221 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning a floor jack 236 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 157 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pretensioners (seat belt pretensioners) 37 . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Scion from corrosion 220 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Publication No. OM12C03U
Part No. 01999-12C03
Printed in Japan 01−0803 −00
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 97 . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 196 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break-in period 152 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 186 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 General maintenance 227 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 Complete index 271 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 152 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: 53 L (14.0 gal., 11.7 lmp.gal.)
Engine oil: ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page 241 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 243 through 250.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 265.
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