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.
2012 Scion iQFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 3.40 OZS. | 0.1 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.79 LBS. | 0.35 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 6.73 QTS. | 6.36 L | TOYOTA Genuine Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid Type TC | The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 5.20 QTS. | 4.92 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality Ethylene Glycol based non-silicate, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/o Filter | 3.50 QTS. | 3.31 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil - ILSAC SAE 0W-20 | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 8.50 GALS. | 32.17 L | S | ||||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Washer Fluid | In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. | S | ||
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.