coolant temperature TOYOTA xB 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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■
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn
off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a
malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do
not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer for
details.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 128)
(U.S.A)
Headlight indicator
(P. 140)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 142)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 140)
Slip indicator ( P. 152)Low engine coolant
temperature indicator
(Canada)
Engine immobilizer sys-
tem indicator (P. 65)Cruise control indicator
(P. 148)
“VSC OFF” indicator
(P. 153)Cruise control “SET”
indicator ( P. 148)
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
“TRAC OFF” indicator
(P. 153)
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR
BAG OFF” indicator
(P. 82)
*1, 2
*1
Shift position
indicators
(P. 123)
*1
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions:
■
When working on the engine compartment
● Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
■ When working near the electric c ooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the ignition on, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if
the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 233)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line. (P. 328)
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Scion dealer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Scion dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.

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5-1. Essential information
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Cont act your Scion dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High engine coolant temperatur e warning light flashes or
comes on
● Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on or does
not come on continuously
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
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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. 328)

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “FULL”
and “LOW” lines on the reser-
voir. (
P. 231)
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the ai r conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check
for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on
immediately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by
checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these,
turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Scion
dealer.
If the fan is operating: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Scion dealer.
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labo-
ratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can caus e heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
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Alphabetical index
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Tires
Chains .................................. 163
Checking .............................. 240
Compact spare tire ............... 308
If you have a flat tire ............. 307
Inflation pressure .................. 248
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 241
Information ........................... 349
Replacing ............................. 307
Rotating tires ........................ 240
Size ...................................... 344
Snow tires............................. 163
Spare tire .............................. 307
Tire pressure warning system................................ 240
Tools......................................... 307
Total load capacity .................. 162
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 169, 170
Emergency towing ................ 286
Trailer towing ........................ 168
TRAC ........................................ 152
Traction control ....................... 152
Trailer towing........................... 168
Transmission shift
switches................................. 125
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 272
Switch ................................... 128
Wattage ................................ 345
Valet key..................................... 24
Vanity mirrors .......................... 195
Vehicle data recordings............ 17
Vehicle identification number................................... 336
Vehicle stability control .......... 152
VSC ........................................... 152
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 294
Seat belt reminder ................ 298 Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ..........296
Brake assist system ..............296
Brake system ........................294
Charging system .... ...............295
Electric power steering system
warning light........................297
Electronic engine control system ................................296
High coolant temperature ......295
Low engine oil pressure ........295
Low fuel level ........................298
Low tire pressure...................300
Low washer fluid ...................298
Malfunction indicator lamp ....296
Open door .............................298
Pretensioners ........................296
Seat belt reminder light .........298
SRS airbags ..........................296
Tire pressure warning light ....300
Washer Checking ...............................238
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................163
Switch....................................143
Washing and waxing ...............206
Weight Cargo capacity ......................157
Load limits .............................162
Weight ...................................336
Wheels ......................................252
Window glasses ........................59
Window lock switch ...................59
Windows
Power windows .......................59
Rear window defogger ..........180
Washer ..................................143
Windshield wipers ...................143
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ...................27
Replacing the battery ............258
Wireless remote control key ....27
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 307If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 321If the engine will not start
P. 6 5Engine immobilizer system
P. 324If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 322If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The high engine coolant temperature
warning light flashes or comes on
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 328If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 323If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 324If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked
P. 3 1Side doors
P. 3 7Back door
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 331If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 294If a warning light turns on

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■Warning lights
P. 300
or
P. 2 9 4P. 298
P. 2 9 5P. 297
P. 2 9 5P. 298
P. 298
or
P. 2 9 6P. 298
P. 2 9 6P. 298
P. 295
or
P. 2 9 6P. 297
P. 2 9 9P. 297
*: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Brake system warning
lightTire pressure warning
light
Charging system
warning light
Open door warning light
Malfunction indicator
lampLow fuel level warning
light
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
SRS warning light
ABS warning light
Slip indicator light
Maintenance required
reminder lightCruise control indicator
light
*
Low engine oil
pressure warning light
Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder
light
High engine coolant
temperature
warning light Low windshield
washer fluid
warning light
Electric power
steering system
warning light