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.
2016 Scion iA Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | N/A | N/A | HFC-134a (R-134a) | The type of refrigerant used is indicated on a label attached to the inside of the engine compartment. Check the label before recharging the refrigerant. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.60 QTS. | 7.19 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Automatic Trans | 5.90 QTS. | 5.58 L | TOYOTA Genuine 50/50 Pre-mixed Super Long Life Coolant BLUE | Similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil - ILSAC Multigrade Engine Oil, 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 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.10 QTS. | 3.88 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil - ILSAC Multigrade Engine Oil, 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 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 11.60 GALS. | 43.91 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.68 QTS. | 1.58 L | API - GL-4, SAE 75W-80 | 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 | ||
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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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