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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Scion -> Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2005 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

Front

  • Remove union bolt and disconnect brake hose using suitable container for brake fluid as outlined under .
  • Remove caliper, Figs. and .
  • Reverse procedure t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Scion -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> tC, xA & xB -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2005 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as re...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2005 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

Front

Before removing front axle assembly, remove wheel sensor from assembly. Move it away from front axle assembly area. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to sensor wires and wheel sensor becoming inoperative.

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove drain plug and drain transaxle fluid into suitable container.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove engine undercover bolts, then remove cover.
  • Loosen staked part of wheel hub locknut completely to avoid damage to hub shaft.
  • Apply brake pedal and remove hub...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Reset Switch Test -> Using Scan Tool -> Using TPMS Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2009 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Using TPMS Warning Lamp
  • Place the ignition switch in the Off position.
  • Using Toyota SST or other suitable jumper, connect terminals TC and CG of DLC3. The DLC3 is located under the left side of the instrument panel, Fig. .
  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Read and note DTCs indicated by flashes of the TPMS warning lamp, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .25 second intervals, a normal condition is indicated, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .5 second intervals followed by a 1.5 second pause, then additional .5 second i...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable. After removing battery ground cable wait 90 seconds to prevent air bag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
  • Disconnect connector from starter motor S-terminal solenoid.
  • Open B+ terminal cap and...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Scion -> 2005-09 tC
Vehicle: 2007 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 36 months or 30,000 miles.

  • Open the glove compartment, then detach the damper rod, Fig. .
  • Push inward on each side of the glove compartment to disengage the stops, then lower and remove the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Disengage the two cabin air filter cover to housing retai...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Scion -> Engine Oil Reminder Lamp -> 2005-07 tC
Vehicle: 2005 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

The Maintenance Required reminder lamp will light as a bulb check feature when the ignition is first turned On, then go out after a few seconds. After 5000 miles have elapsed it will light for approximately three seconds after ignition turn-on, then flash for 12 seconds. If the elapsed mileage exceeds 7500 miles, the lamp will light at ignition turn-on and stay lit.

To reset reminder lamp, ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GAS

When disconnecting battery negative terminal, initialize system(s) shown after terminal is reconnected.

  • Disconnect battery negative terminal.
  • Drain engine coolant.
  • Remove righthand engine cover.
  • Disconnect radiator hose inlet.
  • Disconnect radiator hose outlet.
  • On models with aut...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Body Components Diagram for 2008 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GASFront Body Components Diagram for 2008 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • ECM
  • Throttle Body
  • Combination Meter
  • Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 2007 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 2007 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Room Main Wire
  • Engine Wire
  • Connector EA1
  • Ground EA
  • Ground EB
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Outer Mirror Switch
  • Left Outer Rear View Mirror
  • Right Outer Rear View Mirror
  • 2008 Scion TC  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Integration Relay
  • Door Lock Control Switch
  • Unlock Warning Switch
  • Driver Door Lock Assembly
  • Power Windshield Master Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
    Vehicle: 2007 Scion TC Spec 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION LABELS
    Vehicle: 2008 Scion TC 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Scion TC AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Scion TC cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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