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Scion xB Warning Lights

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#1 of 15 Service lights on by chewbacha

Apr 24, 2009 (8:29 pm)

One day my VSC, Traction and check engine lights came on. Nothing seems wrong with the car. Took it to a mechanic, they said many things popped up on their computer (emissions, etc, including replacing computer). Any ideas from anyone. The car has 48k on it, the warranty ran out at 39k.

#2 of 15 Scion Xb Warning Lights by joyannbart

May 14, 2009 (8:42 pm)

On three occasions in the last two weeks, the check engine light came on as did the VSC disengaged light, once when just started, once on highway and once on a city street. At the time the lights were on, the engine ran very roughly. The dealer told me the only solution is for me to drop off the car when the light is on. I'm convinced it is not the VSC causing it because it ran the same way when the car was parked in a lot with the lights on. When on the highway, the engine lost some power. Any one else with the experience? or insight?

#3 of 15 reset maintenance warning light and how to replace air filter by hals491

May 24, 2009 (11:47 am)

sorry im new to this can anyone help ineedto reset maintenance light after oil change,and replace air filter,not sure how to get the lid offand the wires,got front two tabs unlocked cant get wires off or get lid,dont want to break it thanks for any help hal

#4 of 15 Re: Service lights on [chewbacha] by pogi1

May 31, 2009 (3:52 pm)

Replying to: chewbacha (Apr 24, 2009 8:29 pm)
I have a 2008 xB, with 12,000 miles on it. The VSC and check engine lights went on for a day. Then went on again after 2 days, it seems like it's loosing power and sluggish as soon as the lights went on, afterwards it was okay as if nothing happened. I brought it to the dealer, the #4 ignition coil was misfiring, and was replaced. It was diagnosed by their UP Scan tool as 191011 Ignition coil. Luckily, I bought the extended warranty, and I even got a loaner car for a day. Maybe this is the same problem with your xB. Good luck......

#5 of 15 Re: Scion Xb Warning Lights [joyannbart] by pogi1

May 31, 2009 (4:01 pm)

Replying to: joyannbart (May 14, 2009 8:42 pm)
Please see my reply to Chewbacha......

#6 of 15 Re: reset maintenance warning light and how to replace air filter [hals491] by pogi1

May 31, 2009 (4:43 pm)

Replying to: hals491 (May 24, 2009 11:47 am)
Hal,
To reset engine light:
1. Turn on ignition.
2. Press button to Trip A Mode
3.Turn ignition off.
4. Turn ignition on while holding button until light goes off.
When replacing air filter, I don't disconnect any wires, just unlatch the cover and lift gently until I can remove the old filter. I also wipe the inside of the air filter housing with wet rag or use the vacuum cleaner with a thin wand. I hope this will work for you. .

#7 of 15 Re: Scion Xb Warning Lights [pogi1] by joyannbart

Jun 20, 2009 (7:55 am)

Replying to: pogi1 (May 31, 2009 4:01 pm)
Your message was timely. It happened again yesterday and I've an appointment this week. I'll take the information with me. Thanks

#8 of 15 Re: Scion Xb Warning Lights [joyannbart] by pogi1

Jun 20, 2009 (2:32 pm)

Replying to: joyannbart (Jun 20, 2009 7:55 am)
Let me know..good luck.....

#9 of 15 Re: Scion Xb Warning Lights [joyannbart] by reelluv1

Aug 11, 2009 (3:18 pm)

Replying to: joyannbart (May 14, 2009 8:42 pm)
I was wondering the cost of repair for the vsc, tracking light and engine light for my 20005 scion xb. It has a little over 11,000 iles on it.

#10 of 15 VSC and check engine lights by parapest

Feb 16, 2010 (8:59 am)

The VSC and check engine light have gone on three times in the last week. The first time it happened, I called the dealer. They told me to tighten the gas cap and then turn the car on and off three to four times which would reset the computer. This worked for the first and second incidents. Unfortunately today this occurred again and the lights are still on. Worse yet, the vehicle started to exhibit SUDDEN ACCELERATION. Speed went from about 62mph to 67 mph. Waiting for dealer to call me back and repair. Vehicle has 30,000 miles on it.

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