Scion Q EV. Service Manual - part 15

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6-3. Using the storage features

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Rear

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When using the bottle holder

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When storing a bottle, close the cap.

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The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

CAUTION

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Items unsuitable for the bottle holders

Do not place anything other than pet bottles in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and causing injury.

NOTICE

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Items that should not be stowed in the bottle holders

Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-
tle holders, or glasses and paper cups containing liquid. The contents may
spill and glasses may break.

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Luggage compartment features

Open the lid.

Fold down the rear seat seatbacks. (

P. 140)

Remove the luggage box

Turn the knobs and remove
them.

Remove the luggage box.

Luggage box

Owner’s Manual stowage

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Luggage box

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CAUTION

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Caution while driving

Keep the luggage box closed. Injuries may result in the event of an accident
or sudden braking.

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6-4. Other interior features

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Sun visors and vanity mirrors

To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.

To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.

Slide the cover to open.

Sun visors

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Vanity mirrors

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6-4. Other interior features

Outside temperature display

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The outside temperature is displayed when

The power switch is in ON mode.

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Display

In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.

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When the vehicle is stopped, or moving at low speeds (less than 16 mph
[25 km/h])

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When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)

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When “– –” is displayed

The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Scion dealer.

The temperature display shows temperatures within the range of
-40 °F (-40 °C) and 122 °F (50 °C).

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Power outlet

Open the lid.

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The power outlet can be used when

The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.

The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on
less than 10 A.

NOTICE

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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.

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To prevent the fuse from being blown

Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.

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To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the EV system is
off.

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6-4. Other interior features

Seat heaters

Turns on the front left seat
heater

Turns on the front right seat
heater

The indicator comes on. Push the
switch once again to turn off the
seat heater.

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The seat heaters can be used when

The power switch is in ON mode.

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When not in use

Turn the seat heater off.

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CAUTION

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Burns

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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.)

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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.

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

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the seat heaters

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 12-volt battery discharge

Turn the seat heaters off when the EV system is off.

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6-4. Other interior features

Assist grips

An assist grip installed on the ceil-
ing can be used to support your
body while sitting on the seat.

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.

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Maintenance and care

7-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle exterior.......... 248

Cleaning and protecting 

the vehicle interior........... 251

7-2. Maintenance

Maintenance 

requirements ................... 254

General maintenance........ 256

7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service 

precautions ..................... 260

Inspecting the charging 

cable ............................... 262

Hood ................................. 264

Positioning a floor jack ...... 266

Replacing the tire .............. 269

Motor compartment ........... 277

Tires .................................. 285

Tire inflation pressure ....... 292

Wheels .............................. 295

Air conditioning filter.......... 297

Electronic key battery........ 299

Checking and replacing 

fuses ............................... 301

Light bulbs......................... 311

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7-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle 

exterior

● 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 car

wash mitt.

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

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 vehicle
body is cool.

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Before car washes

Check that the charging inlet caps and recharge inlet door on your vehicle are
closed properly.

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Automatic car washes

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Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle. Start
washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the antenna
and extend the mirrors before driving.

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Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.

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High pressure car washes

Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the
windows. 

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When using a car wash

If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effective
range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. Place the key in a position 6
ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehicle is being washed.
(Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)

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

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Aluminum wheels

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Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical clean-
ers. 
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.

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Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.

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Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.

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Bumpers 

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

CAUTION

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While charging

Do not wash the vehicle. 
Doing so may cause the electrical components to malfunction or catch fire
and also you may get an electric shock that may result in death or serious
injury.

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When washing the vehicle

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Do not apply water to the inside of the motor compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to malfunction or catch fire.

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Do not wash the underbody using a high-pressure washer. Doing so may
cause the traction battery to malfunction or catch fire.

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NOTICE

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To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)

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Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:

• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the

paint surface

• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,

iron powder or chemical substances

• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface

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If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.

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To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.

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Cleaning the exterior lights

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Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush. 
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.

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Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.

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When using a high pressure car washer

Do not use the washer on the area around the recharge inlet door. Water
could get into the charging inlet and could damage the vehicle.

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Antenna installation and removal precautions

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Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.

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When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.

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To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms

When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.

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To prevent damage to the antenna

Remove the antenna in the following situations:

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When the antenna will touch the ceiling of a garage or other such places

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When a car cover is to be used to cover the vehicle

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces
with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.

● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
● Wipe off any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with

diluted detergent.

Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool detergent.

● Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off

all remaining traces of detergent.

● Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining

moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and ventilated area.

● Remove loose dirt using a vacuum cleaner.
● Apply a mild soap solution to the synthetic leather using a sponge

or soft cloth.

● Allow the solution to soak in for a few minutes. Remove the dirt and

wipe off the solution with a clean, damp cloth.

The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior
and keep it in top condition:

Protecting the vehicle interior

Cleaning the leather areas

Cleaning the synthetic leather areas

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Caring for leather areas

Scion recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.

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Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keep-
ing the carpet as dry as possible.

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Seat belts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

CAUTION

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Water in the vehicle

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Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle, such as on the floor. Doing so
may cause the electrical components, etc. to malfunction or catch fire.

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Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet. 
(

P. 34)

An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.

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Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

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Cleaning detergents

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Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:

• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,

alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach

• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol

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Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.

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Preventing damage to leather surfaces

Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:

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Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.

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Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.

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Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.

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Water on the floor

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.

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Cleaning the inside of the rear window

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Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.

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Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.