towing TOYOTA xB 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ............ 133
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 136
Multi-information display ..... 139
2-3. Operating the lights and Windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 142
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 144
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 146
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 147
Driving assist systems ........ 151
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 156
Vehicle load limits ............... 161
Winter driving tips ............... 162
Trailer towing ...................... 167
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) .................... 168
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) .................... 169 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 172
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers....... 178
3-2. Using the audio system Using the AUX port/USB port........................... 179
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 180
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 181
• Interior light ...................... 182
• Personal lights.................. 182
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 184
• Glove box ......................... 185
• Console box ..................... 186
• Cup holders ...................... 187
• Auxiliary box ..................... 189
• Bottle holder ..................... 190
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors........................... 191
Vanity mirrors ..................... 192
Clock .................................. 193
Outside temperature display .............................. 194
Power outlet ....................... 195
Floor mat ............................ 196
Luggage compartment features ............................ 198
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 108
Engine (ignition) switch .... 121
Automatic transmission .... 125
Manual transmission ........ 129
Turn signal lever .............. 130
Parking brake ................... 131
Horn ................................. 132
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 133
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 136
Multi-information display............................ 139 2-3. Operating the lights and
Windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............... 142
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 144
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 146
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 147
Driving assist systems ..... 151
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 156
Vehicle load limits ............ 161
Winter driving tips ............ 162
Trailer towing ................... 167
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) ................. 168
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) ................. 169

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CAUTION
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● During emergency towing

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When driving
Capacity and distribution
Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 
(1) Locate the statement “The co mbined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehi-
cle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail-
able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 
150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined wei ght of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That weig ht may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Cons ult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available ca rgo and luggage load capacity of
your vehicle. ( P. 167)
Scion does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehi-
cle is not designed for trailer towing.

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When driving
Vehicle load limits
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information
label. (P. 243)
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the ti res, but also degrade steering and
braking ability, resulting in an accident.
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity.
■ Total load capacity: 850 lb. (385 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo
and luggage.
■Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the maxi mum number of occupants whose
estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
■ Towing capacity
Scion does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight
and the number of occupants.

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When driving
Trailer towing
Scion does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Scion
also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of
a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your vehi-
cle is not designed for trailer to wing or for the use of tow hitch
mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing (automatic transmission)
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on
the ground) behind a motor home.

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When driving
Dinghy towing (manual transmission)
Towing your vehicle with 4 wheels on the groundTo prevent damage to your vehicle, perform the following procedures
before towing:
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position. ( P. 121)
Ensure that the audio system and other powered devices are turned
off.
Release the parking brake.
After towing, leave the engine in idle for at least 3 minutes before
driving the vehicle.
■Necessary equipment and accessories
Specialized equipment and accessories are required for dinghy towing. Con-
tact the service branch of the motor home manufacturer regarding recom-
mended equipment.
Your vehicle can be dinghy towed in a forward direction (with 4
wheels on the ground) behind a motor home.
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NOTICE
■Dinghy towing direction
■ To prevent the steering from locking
Ensure the engine switch is in the “ACC” position.
Do not tow the vehicle backward.
Doing so may cause serious damage.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Scion dealer before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Scion dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.