heating TOYOTA xB 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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CAUTION
■
Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless
and odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.
● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
● The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or
crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise,
be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Scion dealer.
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the shift lever
or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or fire due to
engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly venti-
lated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to
death or a serious health hazard.

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Parking brake
■Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. ( P. 161)
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
To set the parking brake, fully pull the parking brake lever while
depressing the brake pedal.
To release the parking brake, slig htly raise the lever and lower it
completely while pressing the button.
U.S.A. Canada

152 2-4. Using other driving systems
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■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC and
TRAC
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■ EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may
be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Reactivation of the TRAC/VSC systems after turning off the engine
Turning off the engine after turning off the TRAC/VSC systems will automati-
cally reactivate them.
■ Reactivation of the TRAC system linked to vehicle speed
When only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC system will turn on
when vehicle speed increases. However, when both TRAC and VSC sys-
tems are turned off, the systems will not turn on even when vehicle speed
increases.
■ Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur,
refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine
off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Scion dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
High engine coolant temperature warning light Indicates that the engine is almost overheating.
(P. 322)

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating:
● The high engine coolant temperature warning light flashers or comes on
or a loss of power is experienced.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(P. 335)
Have the vehicle inspected at t he nearest Scion dealer as soon as
possible.
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378 Alphabetical index
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CareExterior .................................. 202
Interior ...................................205
Seat belts ..............................206
Cargo capacity .........................155
Cargo hooks ............................. 198
Chains ....................................... 161
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .......... 87
Booster seats, installation ....... 92
Convertible seats, definition ............................... 87
Convertible seats, installation .............................92
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............81
Infant seats, definition .............87
Infant seats, installation...........92
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ...........................93
Installing CRS with seat belts .............................. 95
Installing CRS with top straps .................................... 99
Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................76
Battery precautions ....... 233, 320
Child restraint syst em..............87
Child-protectors ....................... 31
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................50
Installing child restraints .......... 92
Power window lock switch....... 58
Power window precautions .....59
Removed key battery precautions .........................255
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................53
Seat belt precautions ..............51 Child-protectors ......................... 31
Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 202
Interior ................................... 205
Seat belts .............................. 206
Clock ......................................... 193
Condenser ................................ 229
Console box ............................. 186
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 322
Cruise control .......................... 146
Cup holders .............................. 187
Curtain shield airbags ............... 69
Customizable features ............ 356
Daytime running light system .................................... 140
Defogger Rear window ......................... 178
Side mirrors........................... 178
Dimension ................................ 330
Dinghy towing ................... 167,168
Display Multi-information display ....... 135
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 215
Doors Back door ................................ 36
Door glasses ........................... 58
Door lock ........................... 26, 30
Side doors ............................... 30
Side mirrors............................. 56
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 292
Driving Correct posture ....................... 67
Procedures............................ 104C
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Electric power steering........... 150
Emergency, in case of
If the back door opener is
inoperative ........................... 38
If the engine will not start...... 315
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 316
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 318
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 288
If the warning light turns on .. 288
If you have a flat tire ............ 301
If you lose your keys............. 317
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 286
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 325
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 327
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 279
If your vehicle overheats ...... 322
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 278
Engine Compartment........................ 222
Engine switch ....................... 117
Hood ..................................... 218
How to start the engine ................................ 117
Identification number ............ 331
If the engine will not start...... 315
Ignition switch ....................... 117
Overheating .......................... 322
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 335
Checking .............................. 227
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 161
Engine immobilizer system ...... 64 Engine oil
Capacity ................................333
Checking ...............................223
Preparing and checking before winter .......................161
Engine switch ...........................117
EPS ............................................150
Event data recorder ...................19
Floor mat...................................196
Fluid
Brake .....................................229
Washer ..................................234
Front passenger occupant
classification system ..............81
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................292
Front seats Adjustment ..............................42
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............266
Wattage .................................339
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............266
Switch....................................126
Wattage .................................339
Fuel
Capacity ................................332
Fuel gauge ............................129
Fuel pump shut off system ....287
Gas station information .........388
Information ............................340
Refueling .................................60
Fuel door.....................................60
Fuel filler door ............................60
Fuel pump shut off system .....287
Fuses.........................................256E
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Meter
Instrument panel light control ................................ 131
Meters .................................. 129
Microphone .............................. 181
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 55
Side mirror heater................. 178
Side mirrors ............................ 56
Vanity mirrors ....................... 192
Multi-information display ................................... 135
Noise from under vehicle ......... 16
Odometer ................................. 129
Oil Engine oil.............................. 223
Opener Back door ............................... 36
Fuel filler door......................... 60
Hood ..................................... 218
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 56
Outside temperature display ................................... 194
Overheating, Engine ............... 322
Parking brake .......................... 127
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 266
Switch ................................... 138
Wattage ................................ 339
Personal lights
Personal light........................ 182
Switch ................................... 183
Wattage ................................ 339
Power outlet............................. 195
Power windows ......................... 58 Radiator ....................................229
Rear seats
Adjustment ..............................43
Folding down ...........................43
Seat adjustment ......................43
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb ...............266
Wattage .................................339
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............266
Wattage .................................339
Rear window defogger ............178
Rear window wiper ..................144
Replacing Fuses ....................................256
Key battery ............................254
Light bulbs .............................266
Tires ......................................301
Wireless remote control
battery .................................254
Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners ........................362
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt .............47
Automatic Locking Retractor ...............................49
Child restraint system installation .............................92
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ......................206
Emergency Locking Retractor ...............................49
How to wear your seat belt......47
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................50
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .................................49
Reminder light .......................292
Seat belt extenders .................50
Seat belt pretensioners ...........48
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