TOYOTA xB 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Remove the filter.
■ Replacement method
Replace the air conditioning
filter with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on
the filter should be pointing up.
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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Wireless remote control batter y
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
■You will need the following items:
●Flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery (CR2016)
■ Replacing the battery
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
Remove the module.
Open the case cover using a
coin protected with tape etc.
and remove the depleted bat-
tery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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Use a CR2016 lithium battery
● Batteries can be purchased at your Scion dealer, local electrical appli-
ance shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
● The wireless remote control will not function properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children. These parts are small and if swallowed by a child,
they can cause choking. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
● Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Under the driver’s side instrument panel Remove the lid.STEP 1
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Driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the instrument panel.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage rat-
ings” ( P. 259) for details about which fuse to check.
Remove the fuse.
Only type A fuse can be
removed using the pullout
tool.
STEP 3
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Check if the fuse is blown.
Ty p e A Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amper-
age rating can be found on the
fuse box lid.
Ty p e B
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amper-
age rating can be found on the
fuse box lid.
Ty p e CNormal fuse
Blown fuse
Contact your Scion dealer.
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 CDS FAN 30 A Electric cooling fan
2 RAD FAN 40 A Electric cooling fan
3 ABS NO.3 30 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
4 ABS NO.1 50 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
5 HTR 50 A Air conditioning system
6 ALT 120 A RDI FAN, CDS FAN, ABS NO.1,
ABS NO.3, HTR, AM1, DOOR,
STOP, FR DOOR, POWER, RR
DOOR, RL DOOR, OBD, ACC-B,
DEF, TAIL, PANEL
7 EPS 60 A Electric power steering system
8 P/I 50 A EFI MAIN, HORN, IG2

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9 H-LP MAIN 50 AH-LP LH LO, H-LP RH LO, H-LP
LH HI, H-LP RH HI
10 ECU-B2 10 A Air conditioning system
11 ECU-B 10 A Gauges and meters, body ECU,
vehicle stability control system
12 RAD NO.1 15 A Audio system
13 DOME 10 A Interior light, personal light, lug-
gage compartment light, wireless
remote control system
14 AM2 NO.2 7.5 A No circuit
15 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
16 TURN-HAZ 10 A Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers
17 ETCS 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
18 AM2 30 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, starting system
19 STRG LOCK 20 A No circuit
20 SPARE Spare fuse
21 SPARE Spare fuse
22 SPARE Spare fuse
23 EFI MAIN 20 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, EFI NO.1, EFI NO.2
24 HORN 10 A Horn
FuseAmpereCircuit