Scion xD. Instruction - part 9

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Changing engine switch position

“LOCK”

The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: The key can be
removed only when the shift
lever is in P.)

“ACC”

Some electrical components
such as the power outlet can
be used.

“ON”

All electrical components can
be used.

“START”

For starting the engine.

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Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”

Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (instruction
transmission). (

P. 134, 137)

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If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (

P. 69)

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When the steering lock cannot be released

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Key reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.

STEP 

1 

Push in the key and turn it to the “LOCK”
position.

STEP 

2 

When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly left and
right.

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CAUTION

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When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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Caution when driving

Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the
engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident may
result if the engine is stopped while driving.

NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long periods
of time without the engine running.

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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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Automatic transmission





: If equipped

Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.

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Shifting the shift lever

While the engine switch is in 

the 

“ON” position, move the

shift lever with the brake pedal depressed.

When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped.

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Shift position purpose

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Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable
for the driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to the D position is
recommended for normal driving.

Shift position

Function 

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the engine

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

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3

Position for engine braking

2

Position for more powerful engine braking

L

Position for maximum engine braking

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Driving on a downhill

On declines, there may be case where the vehicle shifts down automatically
to obtain engine braking. As a result of the downshifting, the engine speed
may increase.

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Downshifting restrictions

The maximum allowable speeds are as follows.

mph (km/h)

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When driving with the cruise control system

Engine braking will not operate, even when downshifting to 3. (

P. 159)

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

P. 333

CAUTION

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.

Downshifting

Maximum speed 

3 

 2

60 (97)

2 

 L

29 (47)

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Instruction transmission

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: If equipped

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Maximum allowable speeds

Observe the downshifting speeds in the following table to prevent over-rev-
ving the engine.

mph (km/h)

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Shifting the shift lever

Fully depress the clutch pedal
before operating the shift
lever, and then release it
slowly.

Shift position

Maximum speed 

1

34 (54)

2

63 (101)

3

92 (147)

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Turn signal lever

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Turn signals can be operated when

The engine switch is in the

 “ON” position.

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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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Parking brake

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Usage in winter time

See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (

P. 175)

NOTICE

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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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Horn

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After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. 
(

P. 59)

To sound the horn, press on or
close to the 

 mark.

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2-2. Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters

Speedometer

Displays the vehicle speed.

“MODE” button

Switches the multi-information display. Pushing and holding the button
will reset the trip meter when the trip meter is being displayed.

Multi-information display

P. 146

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.

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Instrument panel light control

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turn-
ing the dial. 

Brighter

Darker

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The meters and display illuminate when

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

NOTICE

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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. 341)

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Indicators and warning lights

The indicators and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen-

ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys-

tems.

Instrument cluster

Center panel

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Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.

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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.

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2

: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.

Turn signal indicator 
(

P. 138)

(U.S.A.)

Headlight indicator
(

P. 150)

Headlight high beam 
indicator (

P. 152)

(Canada)

Tail light indicator
(

P. 150)

Slip indicator (

P. 164)

Low engine coolant 
temperature indicator

VSC OFF indicator 
(

P. 165)

Cruise control indicator
(

P. 159)

(vehicles with an automatic transmission)

“TRAC OFF” indicator 
(

P. 165)

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR 
BAG OFF” indicator 
(

P. 88)

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1, 2

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1

Shift position 
indicators 

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CAUTION

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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.

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Warning lights

Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (

P. 304)

*

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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Multi-information display

Switching the display

Display items can be switched
by pressing the “MODE” button.

The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of

driving-related data.

● Odometer/trip meter dis-

play (

P. 147)

● Trip information (P. 147)

Displays driving range, fuel
consumption and other cruis-
ing-related information.

● Outside temperature dis-

play (

P. 148)

Indicates the outside tempera-
ture.