heating TOYOTA xD 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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CAUTION
■
Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless
and odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.
● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
● The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or
crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise,
be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Scion dealer.
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the shift lever
or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or fire due to
engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly venti-
lated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to
death or a serious health hazard.

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Parking brake
■Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. ( P. 164)
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake. 
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
Sets the parking brake
Fully set the parking brake
while depressing the brake
pedal.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and
lower it completely while
pressing the button.
U.S.A. Canada

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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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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
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■When the “TRAC OFF” indicator co mes on even if the VSC OFF switch
has not been pressed
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Scion dealer.
■ Sounds and vibrati ons caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC and
TRAC
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■ EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may
be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Reactivation of the TRAC/VSC systems after turning off the engine
Turning off the engine after turning off the TRAC/VSC systems will automati-
cally reactivate them.
■ Reactivation of the TRAC system linked to vehicle speed
When only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC system will turn on
when vehicle speed increases. However, when both TRAC and VSC sys-
tems are turned off, the systems will not turn on even when vehicle speed
increases.
■ Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur,
refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine
off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

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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. 326)

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating:
● The high engine coolant temperature warning light flashers or comes on
or a loss of power is experienced.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(P. 339)
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Scion dealer as soon as
possible.
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382 Alphabetical index
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CareExterior .................................. 202
Interior ...................................205
Seat belts ..............................206
Cargo capacity .........................158
Cargo hooks ............................. 199
Chains ....................................... 164
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .......... 88
Booster seats, installation ....... 93
Convertible seats, 
definition ............................... 88
Convertible seats, 
installation .............................93
Front passenger occupant 
classification system .............82
Infant seats, definition .............88
Infant seats, installation...........93
Installing CRS with lower 
anchorages ...........................95
Installing CRS with 
seat belts .............................. 97
Installing CRS with top 
straps .................................. 101
Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................77
Battery precautions ....... 233, 324
Child restraint syst em..............88
Child-protectors ....................... 30
How your child should wear 
the seat belt ..........................51
Installing child restraints .......... 93
Power window lock switch....... 59
Power window precautions .....60
Removed key battery 
precautions .........................255
Seat belt extender 
precautions ...........................54
Seat belt precautions ..............52 Child-protectors ......................... 30
Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 202
Interior ................................... 205
Seat belts .............................. 206
Clock ......................................... 195
Condenser ................................ 229
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 326
Cruise control .......................... 149
Cup holders .............................. 189
Curtain shield airbags ............... 70
Customizable features ............ 361
Daytime running light 
system .................................... 143
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 181
Side mirrors........................... 181
Dimension ................................ 334
Dinghy towing ................... 170,171
Display Multi-information display ....... 137
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 215
Doors
Back door ................................ 31
Door glasses ........................... 59
Door lock ........................... 24, 28
Side doors ............................... 28
Side mirrors............................. 57
Driver’s seat belt reminder 
light ......................................... 294
Driving
Correct posture ....................... 68
Procedures............................ 108C
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Electric power steering........... 153
Emergency, in case of
If the back door opener is 
inoperative ......................... 320
If the engine will not start...... 317
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ..................... 318
If the vehicle has discharged 
battery ................................ 321
If the warning buzzer 
sounds ............................... 290
If the warning light turns on .. 290
If you have a flat tire ............ 303
If you lose your keys............. 319
If you think something is 
wrong ................................. 286
If your vehicle becomes 
stuck................................... 329
If your vehicle has to be 
stopped in an emergency... 331
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed ................................. 279
If your vehicle overheats ...... 326
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 278
Engine Compartment........................ 222
Engine switch ....................... 121
Hood ..................................... 218
How to start the engine ................................ 121
Identification number ............ 335
If the engine will not start...... 317
Ignition switch ....................... 121
Overheating .......................... 326
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 339
Checking .............................. 227
Preparing and checking 
before winter ...................... 164
Engine immobilizer system ...... 65 Engine oil
Capacity ................................337
Checking ...............................223
Preparing and checking 
before winter .......................164
Engine oil maintenance 
data .........................................223
Engine switch ...........................121
EPS ............................................153
Event data recorder .................288
Floor mat...................................197
Fluid Brake .....................................229
Washer ..................................234
Front passenger occupant 
classification system ..............82
Front passenger’s seat belt 
reminder light.........................294
Front seats Adjustment ..............................36
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............267
Wattage .................................344
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............267
Switch....................................129
Wattage .................................344
Fuel Capacity ................................336
Fuel gauge ............................132
Fuel pump shut off system ....287
Gas station information .........392
Information ............................345
Refueling .................................61
Fuel door.....................................61
Fuel filler door ............................61
Fuel pump shut off system .....287
Fuses.........................................256E
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Meter
Instrument panel light 
control ................................ 133
Meters .................................. 132
Microphone .............................. 184
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 56
Side mirror heater................. 181
Side mirrors ............................ 57
Vanity mirrors ....................... 194
Multi-information 
display ................................... 137
Noise from under vehicle ......... 16
Odometer ................................. 132
Oil Engine oil.............................. 223
Opener Back door ............................... 31
Fuel filler door......................... 61
Hood ..................................... 218
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 57
Outside temperature 
display ................................... 139
Overheating, Engine ............... 326
Parking brake .......................... 130
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 267
Switch ................................... 141
Wattage ................................ 344
Personal lights
Personal light........................ 185
Switch ................................... 186
Wattage ................................ 344
Power outlet............................. 196
Power windows ......................... 59 Radiator ....................................229
Rear seats
Adjustment ..............................37
Folding down ...........................38
Seat adjustment ......................37
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb ...............267
Wattage .................................344
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............267
Wattage .................................344
Rear window defogger ............181
Rear window wiper ..................147
Replacing Fuses ....................................256
Key battery ............................254
Light bulbs .............................267
Tires ......................................303
Wireless remote control 
battery .................................254
Reporting safety defects for 
U.S.A. owners ........................366
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt .............44
Automatic Locking 
Retractor ...............................50
Child restraint system 
installation .............................93
Cleaning and maintaining 
the seat belts ......................206
Emergency Locking 
Retractor ...............................50
How to wear your seat belt......44
How your child should wear 
the seat belt ..........................51
Pregnant women, proper seat 
belt use .................................50
Reminder light .......................294
Seat belt extenders .................51
Seat belt pretensioners ...........49
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