Scion iQ. Service Manual - part 6

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Driving the vehicle

Starting on a steep uphill

With the brake pedal depressed, firmly set the parking brake
and shift the shift lever to D.

Gently depress the accelerator pedal.

Release the parking brake.

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-

ing.

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Starting the engine (

 P. 113)

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Driving

With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.

(

P. 116)

Release the parking brake.

(

P. 118)

Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

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Stopping

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.

If necessary, set the parking brake.

When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P or N.

(

P. 116)

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Parking the vehicle

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.

Set the parking brake.

(

P. 118)

Shift the shift lever to P.

(

P. 116)

When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.

Turn the engine switch off to stop the engine.

Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.

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Driving in the rain

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Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.

●

Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.

●

Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road
surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.

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Eco-friendly driving

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Engine speed while driving

In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation
to meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.

●

The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill

●

When the accelerator pedal is released

During Eco-friendly acceleration opera-
tion (Eco driving), Eco Driving Indicator
Light will turn on. When the acceleration
exceeds Zone of Eco driving, and when
the vehicle is stopped, the light turns off.

Eco Driving Indicator Light will not oper-
ate in the following conditions:

●

The shift lever is in anything other than
D.

●

The vehicle speed is approximately 80
mph (130 km/h) or higher.

Eco Driving Indicator Light can be acti-
vated or deactivated. (

P. 127)

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Breaking in your new Scion

To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended
to observe:

●

For the first 186 miles (300 km): 
Avoid sudden stops.

●

For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):

• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.

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Operating your vehicle in a foreign country

Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (

P. 329)

CAUTION

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When starting the vehicle

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine run-
ning. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

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When driving the vehicle

●

Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal. 

• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake

pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident
that could result in death or serious injury.

• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-

culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.

• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the

vehicle only slightly, allowing you to depress the brake and accelerator
pedals properly.

• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake

pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.

●

Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials. 
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.

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CAUTION

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When driving the vehicle

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Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is in a driving posi-
tion, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R. 
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.

●

If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and
check that the back door is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehi-
cle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a
serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Scion dealer
immediately.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to D while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.

●

Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is
selected.

●

During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way. (

P. 317)

●

Use engine braking to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep
hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. (

P. 116)

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CAUTION

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When driving the vehicle

●

When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking
brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing
an accident.

●

Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving. 
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents
that may result in death or serious injury.

●

Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bod-
ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.

●

Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

●

Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.

●

Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.

●

After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in
an accident.

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When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. 
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.

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CAUTION

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When the vehicle is stopped

●

Do not race the engine. 
If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N, the vehicle may accelerate
suddenly and unexpectedly, and may cause an accident.

●

Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. 
If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space
and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

●

In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing the brake pedal while the engine is running, and apply the
parking brake as necessary.

●

If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused
by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal
and securely apply the parking brake as needed.

●

Avoid revving or racing the engine. 
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.

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When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun. 
Doing so may result in the following.

• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a

fire.

• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and

plastic material of eye glasses to deform or crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the

interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi-
cle's electrical components.

●

Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine
and lock the vehicle. 
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.

●

Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off. 
Doing so may cause burns.

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CAUTION

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When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it
is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is
running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead
to death or a serious health hazard.

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Exhaust gases

Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz-
ard.

●

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 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. Fail-
ure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.

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When taking a nap in the vehicle

●

Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift
lever or depress the accelerator pedal, which could cause an accident or
fire due to engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a
poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle,
leading to death or a serious health hazard.

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When braking the vehicle

●

When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously. 
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one
side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking
brake may not securely hold the vehicle.

●

If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other
vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking. 
In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the
pedal than usual. Braking distance may also increase. Have your brakes
fixed immediately.

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CAUTION

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When braking the vehicle

●

Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. 
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.

●

The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and braking distance
becomes longer. 
Have your brakes fixed immediately.

NOTICE

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When driving the vehicle

●

Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque.

●

Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress accelerator and brake pedals
together to hold the vehicle on a hill.

■

When parking the vehicle

Always put the shift lever in P. 
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may acceler-
ate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.

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Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

●

Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time. 
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.

●

When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

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NOTICE

■

If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving (brake pad wear
limit indicators)

Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Scion dealer as soon as
possible. 
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.

It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded.

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If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.

●

It may be difficult to control your vehicle.

●

The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.

●

The vehicle will behave abnormally.

If a tire goes flat, confirm the extent of the damage to the tire.

●

If the tire is reparable, complete the emergency repair procedure. 
(

P. 288)

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If the tire is irreparable, please contact your Scion dealer.

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When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.

●

Engine stalling

●

Short in electrical components

●

Engine damage caused by water immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Scion dealer check the following.

●

Brake function

●

Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, transmission fluid, etc.

●

Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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Engine (ignition) switch

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Engine switch

LOCK

The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(The key can be removed only
when the shift lever is in P.)

ACC

Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.

ON

All electrical components can
be used.

START

For starting the engine.

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Starting the engine

Check that the parking brake is set.

Check that the shift lever is set in P.

Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.

Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.

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Turning the key from ACC to LOCK

■

Steering lock release

■

If the engine does not start (vehicles with engine immobilizer system)

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (

P. 62)

■

Key reminder function

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

CAUTION

■

When starting the engine

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

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Caution while driving

Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position. 
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the ACC position.

Shift the shift lever to P. 
 (

P. 116)

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

When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the LOCK posi-
tion. To free it, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel slightly in either direc-
tion.

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NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the key in the ACC or ON position for long periods if the engine
is not running.

■

When starting the engine

●

Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the
starter and wiring systems.

●

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 the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (

P. 307)

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, depress the
brake pedal and move the shift lever.

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Shift position uses

*

:

To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in
D for normal driving.

Shift position

Function

P

Parking the vehicle or starting the engine

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

*

S

Engine braking

B

Maximum engine braking

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Turn signal lever

■

Turn signals can be operated when

The engine switch is in the ON position.

■

If the indicators flash faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.

Left turn

Right turn

Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.

The left hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.

Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.

The right hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.

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Parking brake

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Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

P. 277

■

Usage in winter time

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

P. 151)

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Set the parking brake

Fully set the parking brake
while depressing the brake
pedal.

At this time, the indicator will
come on.

■

Release the parking brake

Slightly raise the lever

Press the button

Lower it completely

 except 

Canada

Canada

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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.