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#32 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by

Jan 04, 2007 (11:13 am)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
First off, I truly sympathize with your problems. I had a '99 Corolla that had major suspension problems which occupied me for just about the entire first year I owned it. The fact that Toyota, with its "sterling" reputation, is responsible for such difficulties and the ensuing repair snafus, goes against common belief about their reliability. Understandably, not every vehicle comes off the assembly line perfectly manufactured, but what grates about the xB is that the vehicle has had well-documented troubles with the front window cracking, without Scion admitting to the flaw and recompensing its purchasers. Now your disturbing situation, in which your dealer's service department appears totally clueless, if not downright uncooperative at times. (A hole in the upholstery was normal to them?)
 
I apologize for venting myself, but I've had my own share of negative experiences with Toyota. Oddly enough, I had thought of getting an xB simply for investment purposes, as it is soon to be discontinued in its current form, and remains popular. But after reading about your situation, I cannot imagine giving that company another dollar.
 
I wish you well as you try to solve your problems. At least you'll be able to sell it for a good price, especially after all the new ones are gone.

#33 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by hootcoot

Jan 05, 2007 (6:31 am)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
It sounds like your dealer crossed some wires while installing the Cruise Control.
The OEM tires really stink...I replaced mine with Yokohama Avid TRZ's. Now it drives and handles very well in the rain.
I really hope all turns out well for you.

#34 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by crazedcommuter

Jan 05, 2007 (6:21 pm)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
The dealership (or whoever installed the cruise) certainly is the culprit. Have you been installing accessories on your own? The wiring is messed up, that's why the fuse blew the 1st time. It sounds like they tapped into the lighter wire and when that caused problems, they tapped into another area, and now you may have a ground problem. Why do you keep taking it to the same dealer? Go to another dealer and describe the problems. It sounds like your dealer fixes electrical issues by using a "bigger hammer."
  
Also the ride in the back is stiff because your rear seat passengers are literally sitting on top of the rear wheels. Go to Sears and buy a set of Monroe Sensatrac shocks and install them yourself. Cost: about $50 on sale. It takes about 20 minutes to install with simple hand tools. The Monroe's ride softer and are better for rear riders. There are many posts on this site with directions on how to change the shocks.
 
The tires will last about 35k miles with proper inflation and rotation but they're pretty cheap. Read the other posts under "tires and wheels" to find out what works on others XB's I changed mine to Falken Ziex 512's in 195 60 15 and noticed a huge improvement. I have 54,000 on my 2005 TCM and have made the above changes and am pleased with the outcome. Good luck.

#35 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [crazedcommuter] by hootcoot

Jan 06, 2007 (6:57 am)

Replying to: crazedcommuter (Jan 05, 2007 6:21 pm)
Good info on the shocks, thanks. I have put 12,000 mi. on my xB since getting it used w/ 44,000 on it. The new TRZ's work well and add a quieter and softer ride with better steering response.
Have thought about installing an infrared cruise system, but $200+, haven't justified the expense.

#36 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by yodasxb

Jan 09, 2007 (9:49 pm)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
I recently had the same thing happen to my 2006 xB -- automatic transmission, no cruise control. It seems to go on and off every few days. My mechanic (whom I trust) says he believes it's related to the oxygen sensor passing bad data to the car but before I buy a new sensor (there's apparently a new part number available), I was wondering if you'd let me know how your problem was resolved?!?!

#37 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by aatherton

Feb 07, 2007 (2:19 pm)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
I've had my xB for almost a year. That station-changing problem occured on a large number of radios due to a manufacturing defect, a service bulletin was put out on it, and dealers replaced the radios. At the height of the problem, new radios were in short supply.
Somewhere in doing two radio installs and a cruise control install, your dealer must have shorted something to cause the electrical problems.
I use the cigarette lighter to charge my cell phone on trips, and it does not blow the fuse.
In the first week I replaced my rear shocks with SensaTracs, in the driveway in 30 minutes, and the ride became smooth.
I have stock tires and have not noticed any problem in heavy rain on the Interstate up to 70 mph. Maybe toward the end of their tread life they will not be so good in water.

#38 of 64 Re: 2005 Xb [puggo] by smithpa4

Feb 07, 2007 (3:13 pm)

Replying to: puggo (Feb 25, 2005 11:13 am)
I bought my 06 XB last March, loved it, but just in the last 6 months, I have got rattles and creaks all through the vehicle, you would swear this vehicle is 10 years old half the time, took it in to the dealership, and isn't it just amazing they didn't hear a thing. Monday my windshield got hit by a rock, wednesday on the way to work ( only 7 miles away) I watched this crack increase in size by 4 inches. The only place here inthe Salt Lake Valley to replace the windshield is the dealer, at a cost of &505.18. I am not that happy little camper anymore. And to top this off, my climate controls arn't matched up with the settings!

#39 of 64 Re: 2005 Xb by aatherton

Feb 26, 2007 (6:40 pm)

Got my 'O6 Manual xB last March and have been lucky. Not a thing to complain about in 11,000 miles. Still smells new, and is so much fun to drive.

#40 of 64 Seems to have subsided by yodasxb

Feb 26, 2007 (6:46 pm)

After a few more weeks of driving on the new intake, with the lights turning on and off at unpredictable intervals, they have now been off for a solid month. I'm assuming the sensor adjusted to the new mixture or something... Anyway, back to normal!

#41 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by big_guy

Mar 20, 2007 (1:25 pm)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
I had the dash lights on my '05 xB light up like a Christmas Tree as well. It was pretty scary because I was on my way up the local canyon in the middle of a snowstorm and didn't want to get stuck. I took it to the dealer and they told me there was a service bulletin on this particular issue. Continuing to drive the vehicle was not a problem and they ordered parts and had them in within a week. They did the required service, installed the parts under factory warranty and I was off and running no worse for the wear. Your results may vary depending on the dealer you have service your vehicle.
 
I bought my xB used for a vendor that is not affiliated with any dealership. I have brought my xB into the local dealership to do a few repairs since I got it but they have been small and minor and have not kept me out of having fun driving my xB and having a blast doing it. I am now modifying my box to fit my style and it is great. There are a lot of owner groups out there that are very knowledgable about the box and can typically help through any problem.

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