Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Scion xD AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CHART
| Part Tightened | N*m | kgf*cm | ft.*lbf | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air fuel ratio sensor x Exhaust manifold converter | without SST | 44 | 449 | 32 |
| with SST | 40 | 408 | 30 | |
| Heated oxygen sensor x Front exhaust pipe assembly | without SST | 44 | 449 | 32 |
| with SST | 40 | 408 | 30 | |
| Camshaft timing oil control valve assembly x Cylinder head assembly | 10 | 102 | 7 | |
| Wire harness bracket x Cylinder head cover sub-assembly | 8.4 | 85 | 74 in.*lbf | |
| Camshaft position sensor x Cylinder head cover sub-assembly | 10 | 102 | 7 | |
| Cowl body mounting reinforcement LH x Outer cowl top panel x Body | 6.0 | 61 | 53 in.*lbf | |
| Crankshaft position sensor x Timing chain or belt cover sub-assembly | 10 | 102 | 7 | |
| Engine coolant temperature sensor x Cylinder head assembly | 20 | 204 | 15 | |
| Throttle body assembly x Intake manifold | 10 | 102 | 7 | |
| Knock sensor x Cylinder block assembly | 21 | 214 | 16 | |
| Intake manifold x Cylinder block assembly | 28 | 286 | 21 | |
| ECM bracket x Body | 8.0 | 82 | 71 | |
| No. 2 ECM bracket x Body | 8.0 | 82 | 71 | |
| Accelerator pedal assembly x Body | 5.4 | 55 | 48 in.*lbf | |
| Front wiper arm and blade assembly LH x Front wiper motor and link | 26 | 265 | 19 | |
| Front wiper arm and blade assembly RH x Front wiper motor and link | 26 | 265 | 19 | |
| Front wiper motor and link x Outer cowl top panel | 5.5 | 56 | 49 in.*lbf | |
| Outer cowl top panel x Body | 6.5 | 65 | 58 in.*lbf | |
| Engine under cover RH x Body | 5.0 | 51 | 44 in.*lbf | |
| Engine under cover LH x Body | 5.0 | 51 | 44 in.*lbf | |
| Oil cooler tube clamp x Automatic transaxle assembly | 5.5 | 56 | 49 in.*lbf | |
| Inlet No. 1 oil cooler tube x Automatic transaxle assembly | with union nut wrench | 32 | 327 | 24 |
| without union nut wrench | 34 | 347 | 25 | |
| Outlet No. 1 oil cooler tube x Automatic transaxle assembly | with union nut wrench | 32 | 327 | 24 |
| without union nut wrench | 34 | 347 | 25 | |
| Transmission oil level gauge sub-assembly x Automatic transaxle assembly | 5.5 | 56 | 49 in.*lbf | |
| Fuel delivery pipe sub-assembly x Cylinder head assembly | 21 | 214 | 16 | |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.