load capacity TOYOTA xD 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

176Ti r e relat ed ter m
Meaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
tire inflation pressure when the vehicl
e has been parked for at leas t 3 hour s
or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile under that
condition
Maximum inflation pressurethe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it is
shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressurecold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)
of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, pow-
er 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 addi-
tional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
t he sum of —
(a) curb weight;
(b) accessory weight;
(c) vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) production options weight
Normal occupant weight68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column
of Table 1 that follows
—Glossary of tire terminology

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Ti r e relat ed ter m
Meaning
Occupant distributiondistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table
1 that follows
Production options weight
the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over
2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not pre-
viously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim
Rima metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads
are seated
Rim diameter (Wheel diameter)nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationrim diameter and width
Rim type designationthe industry of manufacturer ’s designation for a rim by style or code
Rim widt hnominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)the rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kg (150 lb.) times the vehicle’s desig-
nated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on the tirethe load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle
its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on the tire
the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle
its share of the curb weight, accesso
ry weight, and normal occupant weight
(distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two

182 Table 1– Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacitiesDesignated seating capacity, number
of occupants
Vehicle normal load, number of occu-
pantsOccupant distribution in a normally
loaded vehicle
2 through 422 in front
5 through 1032 in front, 1 in second seat
11 through 1552 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in third
seat, 1 in fourth seat
16 through 2072 in front, 2 in second seat, 2 in third
seat, 1 in fourth seat

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Vehicle load limits include total load
capacity, seating capacity, towing ca-
pacity and cargo capacity. Follow the
load limits shown below. Total load ca-
pacity and seating capacity are also
described on the tire and loading in-
formation label. For location of the tire
and loading information label, see
“Checking tire infl
at ion pr es s ur e” on
page 250.
Total load capacity:
383 kg (845 lb.)
Total load capacity means combined
weight of occupants, cargo and lug-
gage.
Seating capacity: Total 5 (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the maximum
number of occupants whose esti-
mated average weight is 68 kg (150
lb.) per person. Depending on the
weight of each person, the seating ca-
pacity given may exceed the total
load capacity. NOTICE
Even if the number of occupants
are within the seating capacity,
do not exceed the total load ca-
pacity.
Towing capacity
Scion does not recommend towing a
trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle
is not designed for trailer towing.
Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or de-
crease depending on the size (weight)
and the number of occupants. For de-
tails, see “—Capacity and distribu-
tion” that follows.
CAUTION
Do not apply the load more than
each load limit. That may cause
not only damage to the tires, but
also deterioration to the steering
ability and braking ability, which
may cause an accident.
Veh icle lo ad limit s

184 When stowing cargo and luggage in
the vehicle, observe the following: Put cargo and luggage in the lug-
gage compartment when at all
possible. Be sure all items are se-
cured in place.
 Be careful to keep the vehicle bal-
anced. Locating the weight as far
forward as possible helps maintain
balance.
 For better fuel economy, do not
carry unneeded weight.
CAUTION
To prevent cargo and l uggage
from sliding forward during
braking, do not stack anything
in the luggage compartment.
Keep cargo and luggage low,
as close to the floor as pos-
sible.
 Never allow anyone to ride in
the luggage compartment. It is
not designed for passengers.
They should ride in their seats
with their seat belts properly
fastened. Otherwise, they are
much more likely to suffer
death or serious bodily injury,
in the event of sudden braking
or a collision.
 Do not drive with objects left
on top of the instrument panel.
They may interfere with the
driver’s field of view. Or they
may move during sudden ve-
hicle acceleration or turning,
and impair the driver’s control
of the vehicle. In an accident
they may injure the vehicle oc-
cupants.NOTICE
Do not load the vehicle beyond
the vehicle capacity weight given
on page 270.
Cargo and luggage—
—Stowage precautions

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Cargo capacity depends on the to-
tal weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac-
ity) – (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct
Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The com-
bined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX
kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity. For example,
if the “XXX” am ount equals 1400
lbs. and there will be five 150 lb
passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400–750 (5x150)=650 lbs.) (5) Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded
on the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available car-
go and luggage load capacity of
your vehicle.
Scion does not recommend towing a
trailer with your vehicle. It is not de-
signed for trailer towing.
Total load capacity Cargo
capacity
Example on Your Vehicle
In case that 2 people with the com-
bined weight of 166 kg (366 lb.) are
riding in your vehicle with the total
load capacity of 383 kg (845 lb.), the
available amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity will be as follows:
383 kg – 166 kg = 217 kg.
( 845 lb. – 366 lb. = 479 lb. )
From this condition, if 3 more passen-
gers with the combined weight of 176
kg (388 lb.) get on , the av ailable car-
go and luggage load will be reduced
as follows:
—Capacity and distribution

186 217 kg – 176 kg = 41 kg.
( 479 lb. – 388 lb. = 91 lb. )
As shown in the above example, if the
number of occupants increases, the
cargo and luggage load equaling the
combined weight of occupants who
got on later must be reduced. In other
words, if the increase in the number
of occupants causes the excess of
the total load capacity (combined
weight of occupants plus cargo and
luggage load), you have to reduce the
cargo and luggage on your vehicle.
For details about total load capacity,
see “Vehicle load limits” on page 183.
CAUTION
Even if the total load of occu-
pant’s weight and the cargo load
is less than the total load capac-
ity, do not apply the load uneven-
ly. That may cause not only dam-
age to the tires but also deterio-
ration to the steering ability due
to unbalance of the vehicle, caus-
ing an accident.
Types of tires
Determine what kind of tires your
vehicle is originally equipped with.
1. Summer tires
Summer tires are high −speed capabil-
ity tires best suited to highway driving
under dry conditions.
Since summer tires do not have the
same traction performance as snow
tires, summer tires are inadequate for
driving on snow −covered or icy roads.
For driving on snow −covered or icy
roads, we recommend using snow
tires. If installing snow tires, be sure
to replace all four tires.

250
Keep your tire inflation pressures
at the proper level.
The recommended cold tire inflation
pressures, tire sizes and the com-
bined weight of occupants and cargo
(vehicle capacity weight) are de-
scribed on page 270 and 273. They
are also described on the tire and
loading information label as shown.
You should check the tire inflation
pressures every two weeks, or at
least once a month. And do not forget
the spare!
The following instructions for
checking tire inflation pressure
should be observed:
 The pressure s hould be
checked only when the tires are
cold. If your vehicle has been
parked for at least 3 hours and has
not been driven for more than 1.5
km or 1 mile since, you will get
an accurate cold tire inflation pres-
sure reading. 
Always use a tire pressure
gauge. The appearance of a tire
can be misleading. Besides, tire
inflation pressures that are even
just a few pounds off can degrade
ride and handling.
 Take special care when adding
air to the compact spare tire.
The smaller tire size can gain
pressure very qu ickly. Add com-
pressed air in small quantities and
check the pressure often until it
reaches the specified pressure.
 Do not bleed or reduce tire
inflation pressure after driving.
It is normal for the tire inflation
pressure to be higher after driving.
 Never exceed the vehicle capac-
ity weight. Passenger and lug-
gage weight should be located so
that the vehicle is balanced.
Checking tire inflation
pressure

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WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR
CHAINS
Snow tires or chains are recommended
when driving on snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional tires
provide better traction than snow tires.
SNOW TIRE SELECTION
If you need snow tires, select tires of
the same size, construction and load
capacity as the originally installed tires.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.
CAUTION
Do not use snow tires other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended size, as
this may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of
control. Otherwise, an accident may
occur resulting in death or serious
injuries.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the front wheels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capability between the front
and rear tires which could cause loss of
vehicle control.
When storing removed tires you should
store them in a cool dry place.
Mark the direction of rotation and be sure
to install them in the same direction when
replacing.
CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
Side chain
Cross chain
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size.
For 195/60R16 tire, use the following type
chains.mm (in.)
A Diameter of side chain 3 (0.12)
B Width of side chain 10 (0.39)
C Length of side chain 30 (1.18)
D Diameter of cross chain 4 (0.16)
E Width of cross chain 14 (0.55)
F Length of cross chain 25 (0.98)
Installing snow tires and
chains

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MaintenanceDo −it−yourself maintenance 239 . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need repairing? 235 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 233 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance requirements 232 . . . . . . . .
Parts and tools 241 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to go for service 232 . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp 105 . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission Driving with a
manual transmission 120 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift speed 120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maximum allowable speed Automatic transmission 117 . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission 120 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirror
Anti −glare inside rear view 88 . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view 86 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote controlled rear view 87 . . . . . . . .
Multi −information display
Screen transition 102
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New vehicle break −in 156 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Oil
Oil consumption 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viscosity and grade 247, 271 . . . . . . . . .
Oil consumption 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Open door warning light 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating tips 139 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries 158 . . . . . . .
Overdrive switch 117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating, Engine 205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview, Engine compartment 238 . . . . . .
P
Parking brake
Operation 131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake reminder light 105 . . . . . . . . .
Personal lights 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning a floor jack 242 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 148 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preloaders (seat belt pretensioners) 43 . . . . . . . . . . .
Pretensioners
(seat belt pretensioners) 43 . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Scion from corrosion 224 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Radiator, Coolant, Engine 249
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Rear view mirror Anti −glare inside 88
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Outside 86
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Remote controlled 87
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Rear view mirror remote control 87 . . . . . . .
Rear window defogger switch 97
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Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 278
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Seat adjustment precautions,
Front seats 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioner warning light 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt reminder buzzer 105 . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt reminder light 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 227 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seating capacity 183 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 232 . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicators 105 . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side vents 141 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 208 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .