Scion iM. Instruction - part 10

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Operating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will
operate:

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Vehicles with a continuously variable transmission: The shift lever is in a
position other than P or N (when starting off forward/backward on an upward
incline).

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Vehicles with a instruction transmission: The shift lever is in a position other
than R when starting off forward on an upward incline or in R when starting
off backward on an upward incline.

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The vehicle is stopped.

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The accelerator pedal is not depressed.

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The parking brake is not engaged.

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Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:

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Vehicles with a continuously variable transmission: The shift lever is moved
to P or N.

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Vehicles with a instruction transmission: The shift lever is shifted to R when
starting off forward on an upward incline or from R when starting off back-
ward on an upward incline.

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The accelerator pedal is depressed.

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The parking brake is engaged.

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Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.

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The ABS does not operate effectively when

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The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).

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The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.

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Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:

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When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads

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When driving over bumps in the road

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When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

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TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating. 
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be
lost.

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Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when

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Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.

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Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the
vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may
lead to an accident.

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When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.

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When the TRAC or VSC system is turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are the systems help ensure vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn the TRAC or VSC system off unless necessary.

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Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.

The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Scion dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.

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Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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4-6. Driving tips

l Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-

tures. 

• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid

l Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.

l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.

Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand.

Perform the following according to the driving conditions: 

l 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. 

l To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,

remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield. 

l Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-

mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.

l Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before

getting in the vehicle.

Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. 

Preparation for winter

Before driving the vehicle

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Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con-
ditions. 

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (continuously variable
transmission), 1 or R (instruction transmission) without setting the park-
ing brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being
released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding
or creeping.

Tire chains cannot be mounted.

Snow tires should be used instead.

When driving the vehicle

When parking the vehicle

Selecting tire chains

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Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.

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Use tires of the size specified.

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Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.

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Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.

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Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.

NOTICE

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Driving with tire chains
Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and
adversely affect driving performance.

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Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Scion dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.

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Interior features

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5-1.  Using the air conditioning 

system and defogger

Automatic air 

conditioning system ........ 166

5-2.  Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ................ 173

• Front interior light/front 

personal lights............... 174

• Rear interior light .......... 175

• Vanity lights .................. 175

5-3.  Using the storage 

features

List of storage features ..... 176

• Glove box...................... 177

• Console box.................. 177

• Bottle holders................ 178

• Cup holders .................. 179

• Auxiliary boxes.............. 180

Luggage compartment 

features ........................... 181

5-4.  Other interior features

Other interior features ....... 185

• Sun visors ..................... 185

• Vanity mirrors................ 185

• Clock............................. 185

• Power outlet.................. 186

• Armrest ......................... 186

• Assist grips ................... 187

• Using the AUX 

port/USB port ................ 187

• Steering wheel 

audio switches .............. 188

• Using the 

microphone ................... 188

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Adjusting the temperature setting

Increases the temperature

Decreases the temperature

Automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets are automatically selected and fan speed is automati-
cally adjusted according to the set temperature setting.

Air conditioning controls

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Fan speed setting

Increases the fan speed

Decreases the fan speed

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Change the airflow mode

To change the airflow mode,
move the airflow change knob
upward or downward.

The air outlets used are
changed each time the knob is
operated.

Air flows to the upper body.

Air flows to the upper body
and feet.

Air flows to the feet.

Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger oper-
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Airflow change knob

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Press .

The dehumidification function begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press 

.

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Automatic mode indicator

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the auto-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-
tions other than that operated is maintained.

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Adjusting the temperature for driver and passenger seats sep-
arately

To turn on the dual control mode, perform any of the following pro-
cedures:

l Press .

l Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.

The indicator comes on when the dual control mode is on.

Using automatic mode

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Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

Press 

 to change to recirculated air mode.

Press 

 to change to outside air mode.

When recirculated air mode is selected, the indicator on 

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minates.

When outside air mode is selected, the indicator on 

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Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.

Press .

The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if
the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the front side windows early, turn the air
flow and temperature up.

To return to the previous mode, press 

 again when the windshield

is defogged.

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Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors

Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.

Press .

The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.

Other functions

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Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume
change according to the
selected airflow mode. 
(

P. 167)

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Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-
lets



Front center outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.



Front side outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.

Air outlets

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Open the vent

Close the vent

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Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.

Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow

immediately after 

 is pressed.

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Fogging up of the windows

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The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.

Turning 

 on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-

shield effectively.

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If you turn 

 off, the windows may fog up more easily.

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The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

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Outside/recirculated air mode

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When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During
cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle
interior effectively.

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Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature. 

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When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condition-
ing system is on

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In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition-
ing system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also
reduce fuel consumption.

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Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch
is turned to the “ON” position.

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It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing 

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Ventilation and air conditioning odors

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To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.

l

During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.

l

To reduce potential odors from occurring:

• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air

mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time

immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.

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Air conditioning filter
P. 235

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Customization
Settings (e.g. air conditioning setting) can be changed. 
(Customizable features 

P. 319)

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To prevent the windshield from fogging up

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Do not use 

 during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.

The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.

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To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are on.

NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

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Vanity lights (

P. 175)

Front interior/front personal lights (

P. 174)

Rear interior light (

P. 175)

Interior lights list

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Front interior light

Door position on

Off

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Front personal lights

On/off

When the lights are on due to
the door link switch, a light will
not turn off even if its lens is
pressed.

Front interior light/front personal lights

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Door position

Off

On

Off

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Illuminated entry system
When the interior light switch is in the door position, the interior lights auto-
matically turn on/off according to the engine switch position, whether the
doors are locked/unlocked and whether the doors are open/closed.

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To prevent battery discharge
The following lights will turn off automatically after 20 minutes:

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Front interior/front personal lights

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Rear interior light

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Luggage compartment light

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Vanity lights

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Customization
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. 
(Customizable features: 

P. 319)

Rear interior light

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Vanity lights

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