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I. 2005 SCION TC 4
A. Scion Marque ........................................................................................................................................ 4

II. SOPHISTICATION 4
A. tC is all-new third Scion model.............................................................................................................. 4
B. Design Process ..................................................................................................................................... 4
C. Design Details....................................................................................................................................... 5
D. Exterior.................................................................................................................................................. 5
E. Interior ................................................................................................................................................... 6

III. SURPRISE 6
A. Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................... 6
B. Interior ................................................................................................................................................... 7
C. Panorama Moonroof ............................................................................................................................. 9
D. Windows ............................................................................................................................................... 9
E. Cargo Area............................................................................................................................................ 8
F. Seat-backs ............................................................................................................................................ 8

IV. PERFORMANCE 10
A. Driver’s Car ......................................................................................................................................... 10
B. 4-wheel Independent Suspension....................................................................................................... 10
C. Advanced Braking System.................................................................................................................. 12
D. 160 Hp, 163 ft.lb. 4-cylinder engine .................................................................................................... 13
E. Light Weight / Low NVH Technologies ............................................................................................... 13
F. Performance Enhancing Systems....................................................................................................... 14
G. Low noise / Low Friction Technologies............................................................................................... 15
H. Low Emission Vehicle ......................................................................................................................... 15
I. Two Transmission Choices .................................................................................................................. 16

V. ATTENTION TO DETAIL 17
A. Interior comfort & finishes ................................................................................................................... 17
B. Spacious interior storage areas .......................................................................................................... 17
C. Surprising details ................................................................................................................................ 17
D. Air Conditioning................................................................................................................................... 18
E. High level of standard equipment ....................................................................................................... 20
F. NVH Control ........................................................................................................................................ 21
G. Integrated passive safety systems ..................................................................................................... 22
H. CAE / CAD / CAM ............................................................................................................................... 22

VI. ENVIRONMENT 23
A. Reduction of Hard-to-dispose of Materials ......................................................................................... 23
B. Recycled and Recyclable Materials .................................................................................................... 23

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C. Life Cycle Assessment ....................................................................................................................... 23

VII. PERSONALIZATION 24
A. Factory Options................................................................................................................................... 24
A. Accessories......................................................................................................................................... 24
B. TRD Accessories ................................................................................................................................ 24
C. Other Available Accessories............................................................................................................... 26

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I. 2005 SCION TC
A. Scion Marque
1. each car is a reflection of individual youth lifestyle
2. common theme of Scion cars -
3_cars_above a. individuality: different concept, style, dynamics, and
appeal for each Scion model
b. focused styling concept for each model
c. design features
1) strong wheel arches
2) flared rocker panels
3) honeycomb mesh grilles
4) distinct side marker lamps
d. common themes
1) mono-spec simple ordering & single price
2) surprising, high level of standard equipment
3) unexpected details / exceptional value
4) customizable for each driver
II. SOPHISTICATION
A. tC is all-new third Scion model
1. adds new performance focus to Scion brand
2. 2-door car remains the ultimate expression of automotive
concept_sketch
style & independence
B. Design Process
1. design sensibilities of young buyers:
a. educated
G3_concept
b. creative
c. cultured
2. tC has purposeful stance and clean lines of a more
expensive performance car
3. sporting profile w/ utility of functional storage
G3_concept_B 4. style distinct from any other Toyota model in the world
5. design evolved through successive iterations
a. from concept, to virtual digital car, to clay, to steel
b. interaction at each stage with American buyers

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C. Design Details
1. Distinct look from Toyota cars
2. emphasis on width = performance potential
a. Horizontal headlamp shape
b. powerful grille shape
c. lower grille integrates with rocker panel shape
3. long wheelbase for roominess and stance
4. continuous arch to roofline
a. opens up greenhouse
b. to create social environment for friends in the back seat
5. standard Panorama roof
a. creates interior and exterior openness

D. Exterior
1. adds new performance appeal to Scion marque
2. distinguishing details of tC
a. standard panorama moonroof
b. side marker lamps integrated into side mirrors
G3_front34_r4
c. clear lens CHMSL
d. uncluttered license plate area
e. chrome exhaust tip

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E. Interior
1. spacious, open interior = Driver’s Car w/ room for friends
a. takes advantage of long wheelbase & wide track of the
platform
b. good access to rear seats from driver & passenger sides
waterfall_theme
2. cascade “waterfall” form
a. integrates center of dash with console
3. sporting driving position
4. Upscale Materials
interior_buck a. soft-touch buttons for A/C system
b. solid metal temperature knob
c. metal-look cover for Pioneer audio system
d. damped glovebox door
e. unique “Mirage” surface
1) upper fine-grain texture on dash and door panels
2) creates new unconventional interior material metaphor
3) look of wrinkled rice paper or fabric
f. fabric covering on A- & B-pillars, console box armrest, &
visors
III. SURPRISE
A. Dimensions
1. Exterior
Dimensions 2005 tC
Wheelbase in. 106.3
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Overall Length in. 174.0
Width (w/o mirrors) in. 69.1
Height in. 55.7
Track, F / R, in. in. 59.3
Curb weight, 5M/T lbs. 2,905
4A/T 2,970
weight distrib., F / R % 61 / 39

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B. Interior
1. wide, comfortable platform
a. spacious social environment
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2. surprising rear legroom
a. “business class” seating, comparable to many small
sedans
Dimensions 2005 tC
Headroom, F / R in. 37.6 / 36.6
264mo28 Shoulder room, F / R in. 54.3 / 50.0
Hip room, F / R in. 53.2 / 47.3
Leg room, F / R in. 41.6 / 33.6
Hip point in. 19.9
Couple distance, F to R in. 36.2
Passenger vol. ft³ 84.7
EPA cargo vol. ft³ 12.8

3. Long front-rear couple distance

a. spacious interior for relaxing with friends
b. when front headrests removed & seats folded flat

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C. Cargo Area
Cargo Area Dimensions 2005 tC
L., seatbacks up in. 26.4
L., seatbacks down in. 59.7
L., seatbacks down 103.6
& ft. seat reclined in.

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D. Seat-backs
1. Unique reclining 60-40 split rear seat-backs add versatility
a. recline in 10 steps
b. from 25° to 45°
tC_profile
2. Seat-backs fold flat
a. wide, flat, load floor
1) compact IRS
b. CRS tether anchors (3)
c. Steel tie-down hooks (4)
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E. Panorama Moonroof
1. dramatic visible feature: standard on the tC
2. first use in any Toyota worldwide
3. outer roof: tempered glass
a. dark grey tint: blocks 75 – 79% visible light
pano_roof (build1-3)
b. 96 – 97% UV-cut
c. reduces infrared (heat) rays to keep interior cooler
d. also available on Harrier (J) & Lexus RX 330
4. full welded steel structure beneath
pano_roof_side (build 1-3)
a. same underlying structure as a conventional roof
1) roof side rails
2) roof cross-bars
b. meets all internal standards for side impact & roll-over
protection
1) TMC uses best global standard:
higher than Federal requirements
5. front panel = wind deflector
6. center panel pop up & slides back outside
7. rear roof section is fixed
8. roll-out sunshades
a. front is manual and opens automatically w/ roof
operation
b. rear is manual open & close

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F. Windows
1. windshield is laminated green tint UV reflective glass
(100%)
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2. front door & back hatch glass is = 90% UV-cut
3. rear door & quarter window glass = 85% UV-cut
a. also reduces infrared (heat) rays to keep interior cooler
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IV. PERFORMANCE
A. Driver’s Car
1. key development goal for vehicle development
2. wide, muscular presence
a. firm, stable, handling inspires confidence
tC_cornering
b. increased feedback to driver
c. emphasis on steering & brake feel
3. shared with new European-built Avensis
a. award-winning 2.0L sedan
b. developed specifically for American drivers by Scion
B. 4-wheel Independent Suspension
1. responsive driving performance
2. designed for fun driving
3. low-pressure N2 gas shocks w/ linear control valves all
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4. torsionally rigid unit-body chassis
5. MacPherson strut front suspension
a. Full front subframe
1) supports suspension links for stable handling
2) isolates body shell from road noise for reduced NVH
3) crisp turn in
4) sharp transitional responses
264ch14 5) high ultimate limits for lateral grip
b. front anti-roll bar
1) diameter = 0.83” (21 mm)
Spring rate tC TRD
N/mm 25.5 29.8
ft_strut_brace

6. Front suspension reinforcements

a. extra longitudinal plates & ribs integral to unibody
b. link from front strut mount back to dash panel & A-pillar
1) also links to cross-cabin dash support tube
2) increases overall torsional rigidity of body and bending
stiffness for front spring & strut loads
c. improves turn-in response

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7. Steering
a. power rack-and-pinion steering
b. large diameter steering shaft
1) increased torsional rigidity
2) improved steering feel
3) faster turn-in response
steering_column

8. Double-wishbone rear suspension

a. compact & light IRS
1) provides max interior seating & cargo space
2) low unsprung weight & low total mass
b. similar to new Avensis
1) as sophisticated as cars much more expensive
2) derived from Celica
264ch17 3) A-shaped lower control arms
4) rigid upper arms connect to rear sub-frame
c. favorable camber curve
1) improves tire contact patch loading as roll forces
increase during cornering
d. angled pivot axis and asymmetric bushings
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1) counter toe-steer tendencies resulting from side- or
brake-loads
2) additional rear toe-links reduce lateral compliance
Spring rate tC TRD
N/mm 45.0 57.0

e. rear anti-roll bar diameter

1) 5M/T: 0.71” (18 mm)
2) 4A/T: 0.79” (20 mm)
f. three additional body braces compared to other cars on
this platform
1) across rear of floorpan in front of, and above, rear
suspension mounting points
2) resist overall torsional flex and bending for spring
loads
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9. Wheels & Tires

a. large 7 X 17” split-spoke alloy wheels standard
1) premium graphite finish
2) dimensions:
a) 45 mm (1.8”) offset
b) 5 X 100 mm (3.9”) bolt circle
b. 215/45/ZR17 high performance all-season tires
Wheel
1) Bridgestone Potenza
2) same spec as Lexus IS 300
c. available optional 18” and 19” alloy wheels
10. front & rear aerodynamic fender spats
a. route airflow below and around front tires
b. improve high-speed stability
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c. reduce wind noise & improve fuel economy
1) keeps airflow off the high-drag are of tire tread
d. no compromise to brake performance
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C. Advanced Braking System

1. 4-wheel disc brakes
a. tuned for performance pedal feel
1) target for brake feel = European compacts
b. 10.8” ventilated front rotors
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c. 10.6” solid rear rotors
1) parking brake = internal drum
d. two-step brake booster for improved pedal feel
2. Brake Control Systems
259sw32 a. standard 4-wheel ABS w/ EBD;
b. ABS ECU integrated with actuator
c. std Tire Pressure Warning System
1) wheel-speed sensor info to determine rolling radius
2) ambient temp sensor for density correction
3. Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
a. dynamic adjustment of braking force at each wheel
b. transfers braking front-to-rear or side-to-side
c. works by measuring minute amounts of wheel slip under
braking to balance individual wheel cylinder pressures
P80_Chart.jpg
to available traction
d. eliminates mechanical F-R proportioning valve (P-valve)

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D. 160 Hp, 163 ft.lb. 4-cylinder engine

1. aluminum engine tuned specifically for tC
2. impressive low-end torque
a. >20 ft.lb. more than RSX
3. ideal for urban driving
4. 2.4L 4-cylinder engine: type 2AZ-FE
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5. 2362 cm³ (144.2 in³) engine

a. 88.5 mm bore X 96.0 mm stroke (3.48” X 3.78”)
b. compression ratio = 9.6:1
c. DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder
6. engine output on regular 87 octane
a. 160 bhp @ 5,700 rpm;
b. 163 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
258rv83 7. EPA estimated fuel economy:
a. 5M/T: 22 city / 30 highway mpg
b. 4A/T: 23 city / 30 highway mpg
E. Light Weight / Low NVH Technologies
1. magnesium cam cover
2. glass-reinforced plastic intake manifold
3. double-layer tubular exhaust headers
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4. aluminum block, lower crank-case, & cylinder head
a. lower crank cradle encompasses all bearing caps for
rigidity
b. accessories mount directly to block
c. full circle engagement with bell housing reduces NVH

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F. Performance Enhancing Systems

1. Electronic Throttle Control System w/ intelligence
a. cable-less all-electronic system
264eg27 1) integral A/T control, cruise control, & A/C idle-up
a) improves torque delivery
b) improves fuel economy
c) reduces unburnt HCs
2) quadruple redundancy sensors
2. Exhaust System
a. dual-wall down-pipe retains heat between pre-cat and
main catalytic converter
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b. faster cat light-off
1) more stable operation
c. 2-way muffler
1) variable exhaust valve in rear muffler
a) reduces backpressure for max load acceleration
b) low restriction for high output
c) valve opens gradually near 3000 rpm depending
on throttle angle

3. Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-I)

a. Intake valve timing adjusted and monitored by ECM for
different load and temperature conditions, rpm ranges
b. Reduces pumping losses, widens torque curve and
reduces emissions
1) improves fuel economy
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2) reduces unburnt HCs
3) provides internal EGR effect to reduce NOX
4) increased torque delivery & throttle response,
enhancing all aspects of performance
c. similar to system used on Camry, Solara, Celica, MR2,
etc.
1) timing actuator on intake cam sprocket
2) exhaust cam driven directly by cam chain
3) intake valve timing varies by 43° of crank angle;
264eg26 a) INT valve open from 3° – 46° BTDC
b) provides a range of valve overlap at different
engine loads and rpm ranges
4) relative rotational position of the vane-type rotor and
housing varies by oil pressure control; dual-cycle
controlled oil valve in the cylinder head passes
pressurized oil to chambers between the rotor and
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G. Low noise / Low Friction Technologies

1. dual counter-rotating balance shafts reduce vibration and
booming noise at idle
a. supported below crank;
b. driven at 2X crank speed
c. scissors gear & fiber-reinforced plastic gears
d. rubber torsional dampers between gears and shafts
2. low-mass, low-friction pistons
a. low-tension piston rings
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b. flouroelastomer coated piston skirts
3. Offset crank design
a. crank centerline is offset 10 mm from cylinder centerline
1) thrust line between piston pin & crank bearing is
vertical at peak combustion pressure
2) reduces side-load on piston crown
a) reduces noise, vibration & wear:
b) improves low rpm torque delivery

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H. Low Emission Vehicle

1. low-mass cam drive
2. timing accuracy, reduced friction, low NVH, high durability
a. 5mm valve stems
b. shimless lifters
c. reduced tension valve springs
d. 10mm pitch silent drive chain
171eg04_c.tif 3. 2AZ-FE certified by CARB as U-LEV
4. sequential fuel injection & direct ignition for ideal fuel-air
mixture
5. Super long-life coolant
a. 1st change due at 100,000 miles;
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b. 50,000 thereafter
6. new ECM-controlled vacuum pump
a. pressurizes EVAP system for leak-down tests
b. improves accuracy of self-diagnostics

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I. Two Transmission Choices

1. U241E 4-speed Electronically Controlled Automatic
Transaxle
a. gated shift lever
b. low-mass, low internal friction design
c. dual internal speed sensors
1) varies apply pressure control
2) based on wear over time
d. lock-up torque converter improves highway fuel
economy
e. Uphill & Downhill Shift Logic
1) “grade logic”
2) ECM can determine when climbing or descending a
hill
a) by comparing the actual acceleration rate with the
acceleration rate predicted based on throttle angle
169ch53_c.tif 3) upshifts or downshifts can be inhibited when lifting the
throttle for a curve
4) this keeps the engine rpm in the peak torque band for
smoother ascent
5) increases engine braking during descent
6) momentary O/D switch
a) resets when IGN ON
b) helps avoid wasted fuel when the overdrive switch
is left OFF while driving

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2. E350 5-speed Manual Transmission

a. compact, lightweight, 5-speed manual transmission
b. double-cone synchro on REV gear
c. triple-cone synchros on 1st & 2nd gear
1) faster gear engagement
3-cone_synchro 2) smoother shifting
3) reduced noise
d. ratios
e. 5 M/T has specific higher numerical final drive ratio
1) very “short” gearing amplifies low-end torque
2) quicker acceleration from stand-still & passing
240ch101 3) 7% lower than Camry (3.944) w/ E351 M/T
V. ATTENTION TO DETAIL
A. Interior comfort & finishes
1. like a luxury-class car
B. Spacious interior storage areas
Interior_concept 1. cellphone holder
2. numerous CD, bottle & cup holders
3. roomy map pockets in doors
4. bag hooks in side panels
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C. Surprising details
1. dampers on glove-box, audio cover

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D. Air Conditioning
1. standard on tC
2. integrated control system
a. ‘class-above’ fully-electronic HVAC
b. massive aluminum center knob
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c. soft-touch electronic buttons
d. display shows exterior temp & clock
3. “fin-shut” flush closing dash vents
4. seven fan speeds
a. optimal flow v. noise
b. fast cool-down performance
5. smooth, quiet, high-capacity swash-plate compressor
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a. typical of premium models

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6. Seats
a. premium deep-texture fabric
1) rich “class-above” feel & appearance
b. driver’s seat
1) adjustable seat height & seat bottom angle
2) accessible high-mount seat-back release lever
3) “walk-in memory”
a) tips & slides forward for access to rear seats
b) retains mechanical adjustment of seat position &
seats rake when returned
4) large step-in distance = 24” (617 mm)
a) from back of seat-base to B-pillar
b) when driver seat is forward
c. front seats fold full-flat
1) removable front headrests
2) “business class” sleeping area
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7. Rear Seats
a. 60/40 split fold-down rear seats
1) reclining back rests

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8. Rear luggage area

a. standard luggage screen
1) clips to rear headrests
b. lined storage areas under floor deck
1) soft beaded foam to reduce noise transmission
2) large right side area is free for the driver to secure
valuables
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luggage

9. Meters and gauges

a. gauges ‘spring’ to attention w/ IGN ON
b. unique DAY v. NITE appearance
gauges
1) illumination ‘reverses’ contrast of the gauges
c. includes
1) TPWS lamp
2) MAINT lamp flashes at 4,500 mi since oil change
E. High level of standard equipment
1. power panorama moonroof
2. power door locks
3. power windows
4. AUTO UP / DOWN front windows w/ pinch protection
5. remote keyless entry in-key (no separate fob)
6. rolling-code Engine Immobilizer security system
7. std cruise control
8. electric rear hatch release
9. power mirror adjustment
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10. Scion / Pioneer audio system AM/FM/CD standard

a. unique Scion cover hides head unit
b. user-customizable ‘welcome’ screen
c. MP3 compatible
264mo20 d. includes Scion Sound Processing (SSP) digital
equalization
e. adds new special Sound Retouch digital equalization for
music compressed in MP3 format
f. controls for available XM satellite radio integrated into
head units
11. 6 speakers:
a. 2 tweeters in upper front doors
b. 2 X 6.3” full-range speakers in front doors
c. 2 X 5.6” full-range speakers in rear doors
12. 160 W total output
F. NVH Control
1. targeted at improving ‘conversational’ social atmosphere &
listening environment for music
2. selective interior sound deadening materials
sound_deadening
a. under carpet
b. behind interior panels
c. throughout luggage area
1) thickness & density vary depending on need
3. optional upgrades
a. XM satellite radio tuner & antenna
b. single-slot 6 CD unit w/ multi-color display
1) fitted 10” subwoofer in trunk side panel
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G. Integrated passive safety systems

1. 3-point seat belts & head restraints for all five seats
a. front seatbelts have
1) pyrotechnic pretensioners
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2) 2-stage force limiters
2. deformable head impact structures behind upper interior
trim
3. Supplemental Restraint Systems
264be25 a. driver & passenger frontal air bags
1) variable deployment based on
a) severity of sensed impact
b) driver seat position
b. Toyota first-ever driver’s knee airbag
1) standard in tC
2) additional protection
264mo24 a) against knee injuries in frontal collisions
3) also helps driver to stay in position
a) for best performance of other safety systems
(seatbelts & airbag)

4. Side air bags and side curtain air bags

a. optional pkg: front seat-mounted side air bags and 2-row
side curtain air bags
b. Deploys separately for each side of vehicle in side
impacts
264mo25 1) Side curtain air bags provide head protection and
reduce chance of occupant ejection
2) Side air bags provide torso and upper arm protection
for front seat occupants
H. CAE / CAD / CAM
1. reduces development time from design concept to
production
2. ensures maximum buildability, best quality, best value
3. reinforcements integrated into body design
4. extra side impact protection
unibody
a. reinforced B-pillars & C-pillars
b. three roof headers
c. triple-side door reinforcements
d. three rear floor reinforcements

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5. High-Strength Sheet Steel

a. high strength steel door panels, hood & rear hatch
6. Anti-Corrosion
a. Anti-corrosion sheet steel
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1) exterior door panels, rockers, floor, hood & rear hatch
VI. ENVIRONMENT
A. Reduction of Hard-to-dispose of Materials
1. decreased Lead
a. lead-free battery terminal clamps, wire harness, radiator,
heater core
2. reduced use of Cadmium in plating and electrical
components
3. ThermoPlastic Olefin (TPO) instead of polyvinyl chloride
(PVC) for windshield glass molding
4. SRS airbags converted to non-sodium azide deployment
B. Recycled and Recyclable Materials
1. Toyota Super Olefin Plastic (TSOP) instead of
polypropylene for bumper covers, mudguards, interior &
exterior garnish
2. where polypropylene is used, it is from recycled stocks
C. Life Cycle Assessment
1. Quantifies total environmental impact of vehicle –
a. raw material processing
1) renewable energy & material resources
b. vehicle production & assembly
c. transport & logistics
d. operation by customer
e. service & repair
f. end-of-life-cycle disposition
1) safety & ease of disassembly
2) sorting & identification of recyclable materials
3) handling of non-recyclable materials

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VII. PERSONALIZATION
A. Factory Options
1. core principle of Scion = every car is a custom
2. only 3 factory choices:
47_2005_Scion_tC a. transmission
b. color
c. seat-mounted & side curtain airbags
A. Accessories
a. port or dealer installable, same price
b. increase emphasis on performance parts
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c. increases availability of wide ranging flexible inventory
with short delivery time
B. TRD Accessories
1. TRD supercharger (late introduction)
a. power target = 200 Hp @ 5 psi
sport_muffler
b. compact, efficient, quiet, Vortech scroll compressor
c. pumps up “off the line” torque output for max driving fun
d. unique packaging & installation, driven by jack-shaft
1) designed for ease of dealer installation
2) warranty = factory engine warranty
e. integrates with factory engine management:
most sophisticated OEM supercharger system
developed by TRD
1) includes new fuel injectors
2) “piggy back” ECU
3) previous TRD production systems:
1MZ-FE 3.0L V6 (Camry, Solara)
3VZ-FE 3.4L V6 (Tacoma, Tundra, pre-03 4Runner)
2UZ-FE 4.7L V8 (Tundra, Sequoia, LC/100)
2. stainless big-bore exhaust system

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3. TRD springs
a. stiffer spring rates
b. lower ride height by 1.2”
c. lowers vehicle CG & CR
d. increase roll stiffness for improved transitional control
TRD_springs 4. TRD struts (late introduction)
a. higher damping forces increase tire contact pressure
5. TRD rear anti-roll bar

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6. TOYOTA 18” X 7.5” alloy wheel & tire package

a. 225/40ZR/18 M+S
b. Pirelli P Zero Nero or Michelin Pilot
c. Racing Hart wheels
d. no weight penalty from std 17” wheels
18_wheel
7. TRD 19” X 8” alloy wheel & tire package
a. 225/35ZR19 M+S all-season tires
b. Enkei wheels

19_wheel

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C. Other Available Accessories

1. AEM cold air intake kit
2. rigid front strut tower brace
3. locking lug nuts
cold_air_intake 4. custom grille
5. aero lower body kit
6. rear spoiler
7. LED tail lights
8. leather-wrapped steering wheel
lip_spoiler
9. shift knobs for M/T & A/T
10. short shift kit
11. stainless steel pedal set
12. electrochromic rear mirror w/ Homelink® & map lights
steering_whl
13. fog lights with factory dash switch
14. dual-layer rubber/carpet SCION logo floor mats
15. front end mask
16. aluminum door sill moldings
17. billet alloy battery hold-down, oil filler cap …
18. ashtray
shift_knobs
19. illuminated foot-wells & cup holders, more …

sport_pedals

floor_mats_1

floor_mats_2

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TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATIONS

All photographs and illustrations developed for the 2005 Scion tC Product Introduction are
available from the University of Toyota.

Full-color, high-resolution, digital images without slide background are cataloged on a secure
folder of a University of Toyota web-server. The filename for each image is indicated by the
captions in this outline.

Images can be downloaded from the website via file transfer protocol using a generic browser.
You may download as many files as your local system permits. Point your browser to the URL
ftp://scion:xAxB@ftp2.maritz.com/Scion_tC/ (case-sensitive). Look in the “Scion_tC” folder
to see the list of filenames that appear in this document. Right-click over the name of an image
file and choose “Save as…” to copy it onto your local hard-drive.

Some browsers may only permit selecting and transferring one file at a time. For easier multiple-
file batch transfers, use an FTP application. For more information about FTP applications,
please see your internal PC support staff. Set the FTP program properties to the address
ftp2.maritz.com, with the user name scion and the password xAxB (both case-sensitive).
You are granted permission to publish these images, without attribution, for editorial and training
purposes only. If you have questions or need assistance with the library, please contact Paul
Williamsen in the Product Education Department of the University of Toyota:
paul_williamsen@toyota.com.

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