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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.If your vehicle has automatic transmis-
sion, 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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3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from theradiator, hoses, and under the vehicle.
However, note that water draining from
the air conditioning is normal if it has
been used.
CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands and clothing away from the
moving fan and engine drive belts.
4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en-gine immediately. Call a Scion dealer
for assistance.
5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add
coolant to the reservoir while the en-
gine is running. Fill it about half full.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine and radiator are
hot. Serious injury could result from
scalding hot fluid and steam blown
out under pressure.
6. After the engine coolant temperaturehas cooled to normal, again check the
coolant level in the reservoir. If neces-
sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri-
ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the
system. You should have it checked as
soon as possible at your Scion dealer.
If you have a flat tire—
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cau-
tiously off the road to a safe place
well away from the traffic. Avoid
stopping on the center divider of
a highway. Park on a level spot
with firm ground.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in “P” (auto-
matic) or reverse (manual).
4. Have everyone get out of the ve- hicle on the side away from traffic.
5. Read the following instructions thoroughly.

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Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” on
page 155.)
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Check that it has specified free play. Be
alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.Seats
Check that all front seat controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in any position. Check that the
head restraints move up and down
smoothly and that the locks hold securely
in any latched position. For folding
−down
rear seatbacks, check that the latches
lock securely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-
aged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Clutch pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-
nism
On a safe incline, check that your vehicle
is held securely with the selector lever in
“P” position and all brakes released.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all the side doors and back
door operate smoothly and all latches lock
securely. Make sure the engine hood sec-
ondary latch secures the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is released.

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NOTICE
Remember that battery and ignition
cables carry high currents or volt-
ages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.
 Add only “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol based nonsilicate,
nonamine, nonnitrite, and nonbo-
rate coolant with longlife hybrid
organic acid technology to fill the
radiator. “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 50% cool-
ant and 50% deionized water.
 If you spill some of the coolant, be
sure to wash it off with water to
prevent it from damaging the parts
or paint.
 Do not allow dirt or anything else
to fall through the spark plug holes.
 Use only spark plugs of the speci-
fied type. Using other types will
cause engine damage, loss of per-
formance or radio noise.
 Do not overfill automatic transmis-
sion fluid, or the transmission
could be damaged.
Do not drive with the air cleaner
filter removed, or excessive engine
wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine
compartment.
 Be careful not to scratch the glass
surface with the wiper frame.
 When closing the hood, check to
see that you have not forgotten any
tools, rags, etc.
Parts and tools
Here is a list of parts and tools you will
need to perform do −it−yourself mainte-
nance. Remember all Scion parts are de-
signed in metric sizes, so your tools must
be metric.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent. See
page 241 for details about engine oil
selection.
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding oil)
CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or
similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non −silicate, non −amine, non− ni-
trite, and non −borate coolant with long −
life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a
mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water.
Tools:
Funnel (only for adding coolant)

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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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A
Adding washer fluid255
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Adjustment
Front seats 26
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Seat belt 31
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Air conditioning filters 136
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Air conditioning system 130
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Airbags 40
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Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 82 . . . . .
Anti −lock brake system
warning light 97
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Anti −theft steering column lock 108 . . . . . .
Appearance care Cleaning the interior 223
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Protecting your Scion from
corrosion 220
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Washing and waxing 221
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Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 109
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Shift lock override button 215
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Shift pattern 109
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Shift speed 109
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AUX adapter 145
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 21
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B
Back door 20
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Back door lock 20
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Battery Checking battery condition 252 . . . . . . . .
Gas caution 252
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Handling safety 252
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Recharging precautions 253
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Winter driving tips 189
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Before starting the engine 186
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Bottle holders 148
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 162 . . . . . .
Brake system 159
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Brake system warning light 97
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Brakes
Fluid level 243
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Pad wear indicators 162
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Parking 124
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Break −in tips 152
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Brightness control 88
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C
Carbon monoxide caution 155
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Cargo and luggage Capacity 179
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Distribution 180
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Stowage precautions 180
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Certification label 162
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Checking and replacing fuses 254 . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing tires 246 . . . . . . . .
Checking brake fluid 243
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Checking the engine oil level 240 . . . . . . . .
Checking the radiator and condenser 242
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Child restraint Child restraint system 61
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Installation 63
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Precautions 60
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Types of child restraint system 62 . . . . . .
Cleaning the interior 223
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Clock 143
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Cold weather Operation 189
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Controls, Instrument panel 2
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Cooling system Coolant level 242
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Engine overheating 199
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Radiator and reservoir 242
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Radiator cap 242
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Winter driving tips 189
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Corrosion prevention 220
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Cruise control 125
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Cup holders 147
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F
Facts about engine oil consumption 156 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flasher, Headlight 86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire After changing wheels 210 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing tires 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack point 205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking precautions 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking up 205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loosening wheel nuts 204 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lowering vehicle 208 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel block 204 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel nuts 207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Floor mat 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid level Brake 243 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid 255 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fold −down rear seat 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign countries, Operation in 154 . . . . . .
Front passenger occupant classification system 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filler door opener 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel economy 192 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel information 152 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gauge 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries 154 . . . . .
Tank cap 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuse locations 233
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Fuses, Fuse box 233 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G
Gauge, Fuel 94
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Glove box 147
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Good driving practice Automatic transmission 109
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Manual transmission 113
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H
Hazard switch 87
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Head restraints 31
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Headlight switch 86
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High speed operation During break −in 152
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Hood release, Engine 21
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How to start the engine 186
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Identification
Engine 163 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle 162 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument panel
Brightness control 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clock 143 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Odometer 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trip meter 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel light control 88 . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel overview 2 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior light 88 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
iPod jack 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
J
Jack
Location 203 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning a floor jack 236 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 197
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K
Key reminder buzzer 97
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Keys 8, 216
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .