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.
2013 Scion iQ BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Check For Intermittent Problems
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- CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
- Perform a simulation test. Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
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- Reproduce the plug-in charging status when a malfunction occurred based on the customer's comments, freeze frame data recorded when the DTC was stored and freeze frame data recorded in Charge Cancel History.
- Check the connector(s) and terminal(s). Refer to ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT INSPECTION PROCEDURE .
- Wiggle the harness and connector(s). Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING .
- Heat or cool suspected parts. Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING .
- Perform a simulation test. Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
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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.
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