check engine TOYOTA xD 2012 (in English) User Guide

124 2-1. Driving procedures
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NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “A CC” or “ON” position for long periods
of time without the engine running.
■ When starting the engine
● Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may
overheat the starter and wiring system.
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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Tur n signal lever
■Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in the
“ON” position.
■ If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions
of the driver:
Right turn
Left turn
Lane change to the right
(push and hold the lever
partway)
The right hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.
Lane change to the left
(push and hold the lever
partway)
The left hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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Instrument panel light control
The brightness of the instrument pa nel lights can be adjusted by turn-
ing the dial.
Brighter
Darker
■The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the high engine coolant temperature
warning light comes on. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P. 326)

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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. 129)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator 
( P. 141)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 143)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator 
( P. 141)
Slip indicator ( P. 153)Low engine coolant
temperature indicator
“VSC OFF” indicator
(P. 154)Cruise control indicator 
( P. 149)
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
“TRAC OFF” indicator 
( P. 154)
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR
BAG OFF” indicator
(P. 82)
*1, 2
*1
Shift position
indicators
*1

136 2-2. Instrument cluster
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CAUTION
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS or SRS warning light not come
on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not
available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or
serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer immediately
if this occurs.
■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 290)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position
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.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
(U.S.A.)(Canada)(U.S.A.)(Canada)
(U.S.A.)(Canada)(U.S.A.)
(on the instru-
ment clus- ter)(on the
center
panel)
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146 2-3. Operating the lights and Windshield wipers
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■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Scion dealer. 
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

148 2-3. Operating the lights and Windshield wipers
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■The rear window wiper and w asher can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position
■ If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
Ty p e B
Normal window wiper
operation
Washer/wiper dual
operation
Washer operation

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2-5. Driving information
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

198 3-5. Other interior features
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CAUTION
■Before driving
● Check that the floor mat is securely
fixed in the correct place with all the
provided retaining hooks (clips). Be
especially careful to perform this check
after cleaning the floor.
● With the engine stopped and the shift
lever in P (automatic transmission) or N
(manual transmission), fully depress
each pedal to the floor to make sure it
does not interfere with the floor mat.

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting 
the vehicle exterior......... 202
Cleaning and protecting 
the vehicle interior.......... 205 4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance 
requirements .................. 208
General maintenance....... 210
Emission inspection and 
maintenance (I/M) 
programs ........................ 214
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service 
precautions .................... 215
Hood ................................ 218
Positioning a floor jack ..... 220
Engine compartment ........ 222
Tires ................................. 236
Tire inflation pressure ...... 244
Wheels ............................. 248
Air conditioning filter 
(for Puerto Rico) ............ 251
Wireless remote control 
battery ............................ 254
Checking and  replacing fuses ............... 256
Light bulbs........................ 267