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Sun visors

To set the visor in the for-
ward position, flip it down.

To set the visor in the side
position, flip down, unhook,
and swing it to the side.

To use the side extender,
place the visor in the side
position, then slide it back-
ward.

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Vanity mirrors

Slide the cover to open.

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Clock

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The clock is displayed when

Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode.

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When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals

The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.

The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.

Adjusts the hours

Adjusts the minutes

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Power outlet

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The power outlet can be used when

Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode.

NOTICE

■

To avoid damaging the power outlet

Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short cir-
cuit.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.

Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than

12 VDC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W).

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Seat heaters



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The seat heaters can be used when

Vehicles without a smart key system 
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system 
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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When not in use

Turn the seat heater off by returning the switch to its level position. The indi-
cator light turns off.



: If equipped

Turns on the front left seat
heater (high)

Turns on the front left seat
heater (low)

Turns on the front right seat
heater (high)

Turns on the front right seat
heater (low)

The indicator light comes on.

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CAUTION

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Burns

●

Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:

• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-

lenged

• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

●

Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.

●

Do not use the seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause
minor burns or overheating.

NOTICE

■

To prevent seat heater damage

Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.

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To prevent battery discharge

Turn the seat heaters off when the engine is not running.

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Sunshades

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Front sunshade

Open

Push the sunshade from
underneath to detach from
the hook.

Slide the sunshade slowly.

Close

Slide the sunshade closed.

Secure the sunshade using
the hook.

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NOTICE

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To ensure normal operation of the sunshade

Observe the following precautions.

●

Do not place anything where it may hinder the opening/closing of the sun-
shade.

●

Do not place anything on the sunshade.

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Rear sunshade

Open

Push the sunshade from
underneath to detach from
the hook.

Slide the sunshade slowly.

Close

Slide the sunshade closed.

Secure the sunshade using
the hook.

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Assist grips

CAUTION

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Assist grip

Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from
your seat.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the assist grip

Do not hang any heavy object or put a heavy load on the assist grip.

An assist grip installed on the ceiling can be used to support your

body while sitting on the seat.

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Floor mat

Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same

model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place

onto the carpet.

Insert the retaining hooks
(clips) into the floor mat eye-
lets.

Turn the upper knob of each
retaining hook (clip) to secure
the floor mats in place.

*

: Always align the 

 marks.

The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may differ from that shown in the
illustration.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

*

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CAUTION

Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering
with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may
become difficult to stop the vehicle. This could lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.

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When installing the driver’s floor mat 

●

Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year
vehicles, even if they are Scion Genuine floor mats.

●

Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.

●

Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) pro-
vided.

●

Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.

●

Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.

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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
(instruction transmission), fully depress
each pedal to the floor to make sure it
does not interfere with the floor mat.

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Luggage compartment features

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Auxiliary boxes

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Cargo hooks

Raise the hook to use.

The cargo hooks are provided
for securing loose items.

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Luggage cover (if equipped)

Hook the side of the luggage
cover.

Attach the front hooks of the
luggage cover to the rear seat
head restraints.

If the luggage cover cannot be
hooked, recline the rear seats
a little.

Remove the cap.
Attach the cap to the under-
side of the luggage cover.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

STEP 

3 

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CAUTION

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When the cargo hooks are not in use

To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions.

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Caution for the luggage cover (if equipped)

Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the luggage
cover could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing death or
serious injury to the child.

Attach the snap fasteners.

STEP 

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Maintenance and care

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4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle exterior.........  274

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle interior..........  278

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance 

requirements ..................  281

General maintenance.......  284

Emission inspection and 

maintenance (I/M) 
programs........................  288

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service 

precautions ....................  289

Hood ................................  294

Positioning a floor jack .....  296

Engine compartment........  298

Tires .................................  314

Tire inflation pressure ......  325

Wheels .............................  329

Air conditioning filter.........  332

Wireless remote control/

electronic key battery .....  335

Checking and 

replacing fuses...............  341

Light bulbs........................  352

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4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:

● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle

body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.

● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a

chamois.

● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-

oughly with water.

● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.

If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehi-
cle body is cool.