About Scion xA
Scion xA is a 5-door subcompact hatchback manufactured by Toyota but sold under Scion - the marque of Toyota from 2004 to 2006. The first Scion xA was designed based on first generation Toyota Vitz hatchback but shared a platform with the Toyota Platz sedan. It was marked exclusively for United States until replaced by the Scion xD in August 2007 as a 2008 model.
Scion xA was available in trim levels including xA RS 1.0 and, xA RS 2.0 for 2005 as well as xA RS 3.0 for 2006. When it was released, it was equipped with a 1.5 L DOHC inline 4-cylinder engine that produced 108 hp and 105 ft of torque. However, the xA received a minor facelift for the 2006 model year and the engine could produce 103 hp and 101 lb of torque. And there were two transmissions: a 4-speed automatic transmission and a 5-speed manual transmission.
Scion xA Common Problems & Maintenance Tips
As time passes by, everything in the world would wear out, without exception for Scion xA. Though you could not stop this happen, you can slow down your Scion xA's wearing process by diagnosing and solving problems on it.
First, transmission and suspension issues. According to Scion xA owners, the shift cable is the weakest auto parts in its transmission system. As for suspension system, it would have problems such as vehicle tilting to one side, which causes severe damage to front tires and brakes, excessive road noise and grinding noises while turning. Under this situation, wheel bearing, coil springs, coil spring insulator and shock and strut mount in your Scion xA need thorough inspection.
Second, engine and braking system. Actually, in Scion xA, braking system problem mostly focused on bad brake proportioning valve. As for engine issues, if slow acceleration response, cruiser control does not work properly happens, throttle cable must break; if oil leaking and bad gas mileage appear, then spark plug, fuel filter, oil filter, air filter, oxygen sensor and camshaft seal are auto parts that need to get maintained.
Above mentioned auto parts seem significant for you as they are more interior parts. However, some exterior auto parts are equally important. Seat belt, though required to be bucked up when driving by law, do have an important function in protecting occupants. And headlight can both light the road ahead and warn other drivers and pedestrian of your presence.
We are dedicated to providing superior quality but lowest-priced OEM Scion xA auto parts worldwide. All genuine Scion xA auto parts would come with manufacturer's warranty. So you have no need to worry about quality or price. Compared to cheap aftermarket auto parts with inconsistent quality and overwhelming selection, you can save a lot of trouble and money by selecting from our website. Time will prove you have made a wise choice.