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2016 Scion iM Automatic CVT Trans
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2016 Scion iM Automatic CVT TransSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | N/A | N/A | 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 | Automatic CVT Trans | 7.90 QTS. | 7.47 L | TOYOTA Genuine CVT Fluid FE | The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. Using transmission fluid other than TOYOTA Genuine CVT Fluid FE may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 | S | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Automatic CVT Trans | 6.10 QTS. | 5.77 L | TOYOTA Genuine Super Long Life Coolant | Similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology. DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil - ILSAC GF-5 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 GF-5 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 | 14.00 GALS. | 52.99 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.50 QTS. | 2.36 L | TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV. Other gear oil that meet API - GL-4 and SAE 75W Specifications | Please be aware that depending on the particular characteristics of the gear oil used or the operating conditions, idle sound, shift feeling and/or fuel efficiency may be different or affected. Scion recommends to use TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV to achieve optimal performance. | 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.