coolant reservoir TOYOTA xD 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

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If your vehicle overheats
If your high engine coolant temperature
warning light flashes to indicate over-
heating, if you experience a loss of
power, or if you hear a loud knocking
or pinging noise, the engine has prob-
ably overheated. You should follow this
procedure...1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and turn on your emergency
flashers. Put the transmission in “P”
(automatic) or neutral (manual) and ap-
ply the parking brake. Turn off the air
conditioning if it is being used.
2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine.
Wait until the steam subsides before
opening the hood. If there is no coolant
boiling over or steam, leave the engine
running and make sure the electric
cooling fan is operating. If it is not,
turn the engine switch off.
CAUTION
To help avoid personal injury, keep
the hood closed until there is no
steam. Escaping steam or coolant is
a sign of very high pressure.
3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from theradiator, hoses, and under the vehicle.
However, note that water draining from
the air conditioning is normal if it has
been used.
CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands and clothing away from the
moving fan and engine drive belts.
4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en-gine immediately. Call a Scion dealer
for assistance.
5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add
coolant to the reservoir while the en-
gine is running. Fill it about half full.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine and radiator are
hot. Serious injury could result from
scalding hot fluid and steam blown
out under pressure.
6. After the engine coolant temperaturehas cooled to normal, again check the
coolant level in the reservoir. If neces-
sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri-
ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the
system. You s hould have it checked as
soon as possible at your Scion dealer.

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If you are a skilled do−it−yourself
mechanic, the Scion service manuals are
recommended. Please be aware that
do− it−yourself maintenance can affect your
warranty coverage. See “Owner ’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner ’s Manual
Supplement” for details.
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance
items that should be performed as fre-
quently as specified. In addition to check-
ing the items listed, if you notice any
unusual noise, smell or vibration, you
should investigate the cause or take your
vehicle to your Scion dealer or a qualified
service shop immediately. It is recom-
mended that any problem you notice be
brought to the attention of your dealer or
the qualified service shop for their advice.
CAUTION
Make these checks only with ade-
quate ventilation if you run the en-
gine.
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Items listed below should be checked
from time to time, e.g. each time when
refueling.
Washer fluid
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the
tank. See page 263 for additional informa-
tion. Engine coolant level
Make sure the coolant level is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the see
−
through reservoir when the engine is cold.
See page 248 for additional information.
Radiator, condenser, and hoses
Check that the front of the radiator and
condenser are clean and not blocked with
leaves, dirt or insects. See page 249 for
additional information.
Battery electrolyte level
Your Scion has a maintenance free bat-
tery. You do not have to add distilled wa-
ter. For longer life of the battery, however,
see page 261 for additional information.
Brake fluid level
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
See page 249 for additional information.
Engine oil level
Check the level on the dipstick with the
engine turned off and the vehicle parked
on a level spot. See page 246 for addi-
tional information.

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Engine compartment overview
1. Windshield washer fluid tank
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Fuse block
5. Battery
6. Radiator
7. Condenser
8. Electric cooling fan
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Engine oil level dipstick

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CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands, clothing, and tools away
from the moving fan and engine
drive belts. (Removing rings,
watches, and ties is advisable.)
Right after driving, the engine
compartment—the engine, radiator,
exhaust manifold and spark plug
boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care-
ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids
and spark plugs may also be hot.
If the engine is hot, do not remove
the radiator cap or loosen the drain
plugs to prevent burning yourself.
Do not leave anything that may
burn easily, such as paper or rags,
in the engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames around fuel or the
battery. Their fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautious when work-
ing on the battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Do not get under your vehicle with
just the body jack supporting it. Al-
ways use automotive jack stands or
other solid supports.
Be sure that the engine switch is
off if you work near the electric
cooling fans or radiator grille. With
the engine switch on, the electric
cooling fans will automatically start
to run if the engine coolant temper-
ature is high and/or the air condi-
tioning is on.
Use eye protection whenever you
work on or under your vehicle
where you may be exposed to flying
or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
Used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as in-
flammation or skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged
and repeated contact with it. To re-
move used engine oil from your
skin, wash thoroughly with soap
and water.
Do not leave used oil within the
reach of children.
Dispose of used oil and filter only
in a safe and acceptable manner.
Do not dispose of used oil and fil-
ter in household trash, in sewers or
onto the ground. Call your dealer or
a service station for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
Take care when filling the brake and
clutch reservoirs because brake or
clutch fluid can harm your hands or
eyes. If fluid gets on your hands or
in your eyes, flush the affected area
with clean water immediately. If you
still feel uncomfortable with your
hands or eyes, go to the doctor.

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Look at the seethrough coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low, add cool-
ant. (For the coolant type, see “Coolant
type selection” described below.)
The coolant level in the reservoir will vary
with engine temperature. However, if the
level is on or below the “LOW” line, add
coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”
line.
If the coolant level drops within a short
time after replenishing, there may be a
leak in the system. Visually check the
radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap,
radiator cap and drain cock and water
pump.
If you can find no leak, have your Scion
dealer test the cap pressure and check
for leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Coolant type selection
Use of improper coolants may damage
your engine cooling system.
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non−silicate, non −amine, non −nitrite,
and non −borate coolant with long −life hy-
brid organic acid technology. (Coolant with
long− life hybrid organic acid technology is
a combination of low phosphates and or-
ganic acids.)
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-
ture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized
water. This coolant provides protection
down to about –35 C (–31 F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
Scion recommends “Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant”, which has been tested to
ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor
result in malfunction of your engine cool-
ant system with proper usage. “Toyota Su-
per Long Life Coolant” is formulated with
long −life hybrid organic acid technology
and has been specifically designed to
avoid engine cooling system malfunction
on Scion vehicles.
Please contact your Scion dealer for fur-
ther details.
Checking the engine coolant
level

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A
Adding washer fluid263
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Adjustment Front seats 24
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Seat belt 32
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Air conditioning system 136
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Airbags 46
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Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 88 . . . . .
Anti −lock brake system warning
light 105
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Anti −theft steering column lock 116 . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 227
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Protecting your Scion from corrosion 224
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Washing and waxing 225
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Audio remote controls 149
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Automatic transmission Driving with an
automatic transmission 117
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Shift pattern 117
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Shift speed 117
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AUX jack 149
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Auxiliary box 151
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 20
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B
Battery
Checking battery condition 260 . . . . . . . .
Gas caution 260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling safety 260 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recharging precautions 261 . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before starting the engine 190 . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottle holders 153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators 166 . . . . . .
Brake system 163 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system warning light 105 . . . . . . . . . .
Brake −in tips 156 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes Fluid level 249 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pad wear indicators 166 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brightness control 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C
Carbon monoxide caution 159
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 183
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Distribution 185
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Stowage precautions 184
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Certification label 166
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Charging system warning light 105 . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing fuses 262 . . . . . . . . Checking and replacing tires 252
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Checking brake fluid 249
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Checking the engine oil level 246 . . . . . . . .
Checking the radiator and condenser 249
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Child restraint Child restraint system 67
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Installation 69
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Precautions 66
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Types of child restraint system 68 . . . . . .
Cleaning the interior 227
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Clock 148
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Cold weather operation 193
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Controls, Instrument panel 2
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Cooling system Coolant level 248
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Engine overheating 205
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Radiator and reservoir 249
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Radiator cap 249
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Winter driving tips 193
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Corrosion prevention 224
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Cruise control 131
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Cup holders 152
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