air condition TOYOTA xB 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning as well as other interior features for a
comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and Windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 138
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 141
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 144
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 146
Driving assist systems ........ 150
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 155
Vehicle load limits ............... 160
Winter driving tips ............... 161
Trailer towing ...................... 166
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) .................... 167
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) .................... 168
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
Using the microphone ........ 181
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 182
• Interior light ...................... 183
• Personal lights.................. 183
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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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 202
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 205
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 208
General maintenance ......... 210
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 214
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 215
Hood................................... 218
Positioning a floor jack ....... 220
Engine compartment .......... 222
Tires ................................... 236
Tire inflation pressure......... 244
Wheels ............................... 248
Air conditioning filter ........... 251
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 254
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 256
Light bulbs .......................... 266 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 278
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................... 279
If you think something is wrong ............................ 286
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 287
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 288
If you have a flat tire ........... 301
If the engine will not start .... 315
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 316
If you lose your keys ........... 317
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................... 318
If your vehicle overheats..... 322
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 325
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ............... 327
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Rear window defogger switch P. 178Air conditioning system
P. 172
Emergency flasher switch P. 278
: If equipped

28 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
● Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by, a metallic
object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
■ Key battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 254)
■ Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer
Settings (e.g. door unlocking function) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 356)

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■If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
● Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying
(inflating) SRS airbag.
● A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
● Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator)
as well as the front seats, parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof side
rails, may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
● The windshield may crack.
■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)
● The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds
the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approxi-
mately 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision with a fixed wall that
does not move or deform).
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle
strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle and sign pole, which can move
or deform on impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision
(e.g. a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes
under, the bed of a truck, etc.).
● It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the
vehicle is very close to the designed threshold level, the SRS front air-
bags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate together.
● The SRS front passenger airbag will not activate if there is no passenger
sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS front passenger air-
bag may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, or the seat belt is fastened,
even if the seat is unoccupied. ( P. 81)

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
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SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS side airbags and curtain
shield airbags)
The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an impact
that exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to the
impact force produced by an approximately 3300 lb. [1500 kg] vehicle collid-
ing with the vehicle cabin from a direction perpendicular to the vehicle orien-
tation at an approximate speed of 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h]).
■ Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other
than a collision
The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the
underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
■ Types of collisions that may not de ploy the SRS airbags (SRS front air-
bags)
The SRS front airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is
involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-
speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes suffi-
cient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front air-
bags may occur.
● Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or
hard surface
● Falling into or jumping over a deep hole
● Landing hard or falling
●Collision from the side
● Collision from the rear
● Vehicle rollover

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Before driving
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Front passenger occupant classification system
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica-
tion system. This system detects the conditions of the front passen-
ger seat and activates or deactiv ates the devices for the front
passenger.
SRS warning light
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

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Conditions and operation in the front passenger occupant classi-
fication system
■ Adult
*1
■Child*3 or child restraint system*4
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights“AIR BAG ON”
SRS warning light Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
*2
Devices Front passenger airbag
Activated
Side airbag on the front
passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights“AIR BAG OFF”
*5
SRS warning light Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
*2
Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Activated
Curtain shield airbag in the front
passenger side
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.