immobilizer TOYOTA xB 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 27
Side doors ............................ 31
Back door ............................. 37
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 43
Rear seats ............................ 44
Head restraints ..................... 46
Seat belts ............................. 48
Steering wheel ..................... 55
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 56
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 57
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows .................... 59
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 61 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ................................ 65
Theft prevention labels (for U.S.A.) ......................... 67
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 68
SRS airbags ......................... 70
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 82
Child restraint systems ......... 88
Installing child restraints ....... 93
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 106
Engine (ignition) switch....... 119
Automatic transmission ...... 123
Manual transmission........... 127
Turn signal lever ................. 128
Parking brake ..................... 129
Horn .................................... 130
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 131
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 134
Multi-information display ..... 137
1Before driving
2When driving

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys ................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ..... 27
Side doors .......................... 31
Back door ........................... 37
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ......................... 43
Rear seats.......................... 44
Head restraints................... 46
Seat belts ........................... 48
Steering wheel ................... 55
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ....................... 56
Outside rear view mirrors.............................. 57 1-4. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows .................. 59
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ................................... 61
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ............................. 65
Theft prevention labels (for U.S.A.) ....................... 67
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture....... 68
SRS airbags ....................... 70
Front passenger occupant classification system ........ 82
Child restraint systems....... 88
Installing child restraints..... 93

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1-1. Key information
Keys
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Type A (without an engine immobilizer system)
Keys (with a wireless
remote control function)
Operating the wireless remote
control function ( P. 27)
Key (without a wireless
remote control function)
Key number plate
Type A (with an engine immobilizer system) Master keys
Operating the wireless remote
control function (P. 27)
Va l e t k e y
Key number plate
Ty p e B Keys
Operating the wireless remote
control function (P. 27)
Key number plate

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Using the key (type B)
Releasing
To release the key, press the but-
ton.
Folding
To stow the key back in its case,
push the key back to the stowed
position while pressing the but-
ton.
■When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant (type
A [with an engine immobilizer system])
Carry the master key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
valet key.
■ Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the
event that a key is lost, a new key can be made by your Scion dealer using
the key number plate. ( P. 323)
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a key with wireless remote control function onto an aircra\
ft,
make sure you do not press any buttons on the key while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons
are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the
key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the a\
ircraft.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
: If equipped
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
● If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■ Certifications for the engine imm obilizer system (for vehicles sold in
Canada)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS stan-
dard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
The vehicle’s keys have built-in tr ansponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi-
cate that the system is operat-
ing.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.

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CAUTION
■Certifications for the immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual
transmission). ( P. 123, 127)
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 65)
■ Changing engine switch position
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: The key can be
removed only when the shift
lever is in P.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components
such as the power outlet can
be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can
be used.
“START”
For starting the engine.
STEP 1
Push in the key and turn it to the “LOCK”
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2-2. Instrument cluster
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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)
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*1

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the engine will not star t
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed ( P. 119), consider each of the following points:
■The engine will not start even though the starter motor
operates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce-
dures. ( P. 1 1 9 )
● Vehicles with engine immobilizer system: There may be a
malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. (P. 6 5 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 324)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 324)
Contact your Scion dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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Alphabetical index
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Electric power steering........... 152
Emergency, in case of
If the back door opener is
inoperative ........................... 39
If the engine will not start...... 321
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 322
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 324
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 294
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 294
If you have a flat tire ............ 307
If you lose your keys............. 323
If you think something is wrong ................................. 292
If your vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 331
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 333
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 285
If your vehicle overheats ...... 328
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 284
Engine Compartment........................ 226
Engine switch ....................... 119
Hood ..................................... 222
How to start the
engine ................................ 119
Identification number ............ 337
If the engine will not start...... 321
Ignition switch ....................... 119
Overheating .......................... 328
Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 341
Checking .............................. 231
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 163
Engine immobilizer system ...... 65 Engine oil
Capacity ................................339
Checking ...............................227
Preparing and checking before winter .......................163
Engine switch ...........................119
EPS ............................................152
Event data recorder ...................18
Floor mat...................................201
Fluid
Brake .....................................233
Washer ..................................238
Front passenger occupant
classification system ..............82
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................298
Front seats Adjustment ..............................43
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............272
Wattage .................................345
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............272
Switch....................................128
Wattage .................................345
Fuel
Capacity ................................338
Fuel gauge ............................131
Fuel pump shut off system ....293
Gas station information .........396
Information ............................346
Refueling .................................61
Fuel door.....................................61
Fuel filler door ............................61
Fuel pump shut off system .....293
Fuses.........................................262E
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