Scion xB. Service Manual - part 19

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Slip indicator light

Indicates a malfunction in the VSC system or TRAC sys-
tem if the light turns on.
The light will flash when the VSC/TRAC systems are oper-
ating. (

P. 150)

Electric power steering system warning light (warning 
buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system.

(Flashing)

Cruise control indicator light

Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

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Follow the correction procedures.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light goes off.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Open door warning light

Indicates that a door is not 
fully closed.

Check that all the doors are 
closed.

Low fuel level warning 
light

Indicates remaining fuel is 
approximately 2.1 gal. 
(8.0 L, 1.7 lmp. gal.) or 
less.

Refuel the vehicle.

Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)

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1

Warns the driver to fasten 
his/her seat belt.

Fasten the seat belt.

Front passenger’s seat 
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)

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2

Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his or her 
seat belt.

Fasten the seat belt.

(Canada)

Low windshield washer 
fluid warning light

Low level of washer fluid

Fill the tank.

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(U.S.A.)

Maintenance required 
reminder light

Indicates that mainte-
nance is required accord-
ing to the driven distance 
on the maintenance 
schedule.

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3

Illuminates for about 3 
seconds and then flashes 
for about 15 seconds 
approximately 4500 miles 
(7200 km) after the 
reminder light has been 
reset. 

If necessary, perform main-
tenance.

Comes on and remains on 
if the distance driven 
exceeds 5000 miles (8000 
km) after the reminder light 
has been reset. 
(The indicator will not work 
properly unless the 
reminder light has been 
reset.)

Perform the necessary 
maintenance. 
Please reset the reminder 
light after the maintenance 
is performed. 
(

P. 211)

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

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Tire pressure warning 
light

When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure 
such as
• Natural causes (

P. 297)

• Flat tire (

P. 302)

Adjust the tire inflation 
pressure to the specified 
level.

The light will turn off after 
a few

 minutes. In case 

the light does not turn off 
even if the tire inflation 
pressure is adjusted, 
have the system checked 
by your Scion dealer.

When the light comes on 
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire 
pressure warning system. 
(P. 298)

Have the system checked 
by your Scion dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

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1

: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:

The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” or
“START” position, the buzzer sounds for 5 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a
speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds intermittently for 10 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 20 more seconds.

*

2

: Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds intermittently for
10 seconds after the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if
the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for
20 more seconds.

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3

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag
sensors, side and curtain shield airbag sensors, curtain shield airbag sen-
sors, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front pas-
senger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON”
indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt
buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, interconnecting
wiring and power sources. (

P. 69)

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Front passenger detection sensor, passenger seat belt reminder and
warning buzzer

●

If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning
buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

●

If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.

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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following:

●

Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●

Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.

The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your Scion dealer as soon as possible.

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When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.
Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire
pressure warning light.

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The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by tem-
perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).

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When a tire is replaced with a spare tire

The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will
not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare
tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire infla-
tion pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few min-
utes.

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If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning

The system will be disabled in the following conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)

●

If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.

●

If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.

●

If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm

2

 or bar) or

higher.

The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)

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If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.

●

If a radio set at a similar frequency is in use in the vehicle.

●

If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.

●

If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the
wheels or wheel housings.

●

If non-genuine Scion wheels are used. (Even if you use Scion
wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)

●

If tire chains are used.

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If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute

If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, have it
checked by your Scion dealer.

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Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

When the battery charge becomes insufficient of the voltage temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the
warning buzzer may sound.

CAUTION

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When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.

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If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.

●

Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.

●

If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Scion dealer.

●

Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

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If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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CAUTION

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Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).

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CAUTION

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat-
ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi-
cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.

TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.

NOTICE

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To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly

Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire
pressure warning system may not operate properly.

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If you have a flat tire

Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be

replaced with the spare tire.

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Before jacking up the vehicle
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual

transmission).

● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.

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Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Towing eyelet

Jack

Wheel nut 

wrench

Jack handle

Spare tire

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Compact spare tire

The compact spare tire is
designed for temporary emer-
gency use only.

The compact spare tire is
identified by the distinctive
wording “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” molded into the side-
wall of the tire.

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Taking out the jack

Remove the luggage mat.

Take out the jack.

Take out the jack handle.

Unhook the tightening strap.

After storing the jack, make sure
it is securely held by the tighten-
ing strap.

STEP 

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STEP 

2 

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Taking out the spare tire

Remove the luggage mat.

Remove the center auxiliary
boxes.

Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.

STEP 

1 

STEP 

2 

STEP 

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Replacing a flat tire

Chock the tires.

Slightly loosen the wheel nuts
(one turn).

STEP 

1 

Flat tire

Wheel chock positions

Front

Left-hand side

Behind the rear right-hand side tire

Right-hand side

Behind the rear left-hand side tire

Rear

Left-hand side

In front of the front right-hand side tire

Right-hand side

In front of the front left-hand side tire

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Turn the tire jack portion “A” by
hand until the notch of the jack is
in contact with the jack point.

The jack point guides are
located under the rocker panel.
They indicate the jack point
positions.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.

Remove all the wheel nuts and
the tire.

When resting the tire on the
ground, place the tire so that the
wheel design faces up to avoid
scratching the wheel surface.

STEP 

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STEP 

4 

STEP 

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