An engine functions as a pump, requiring a precise combination of fuel, air, and spark. If any element of this trio is imbalanced, your Scion xA won’t run right (or at all). While a misfire is the symptom of bad spark plugs, bad spark plugs almost always indicate a problem with the engine (more on … Read more
Oxygen sensors play a crucial role in your Scion xA’s emissions system and fuel management. These sensors detect the levels of oxygen present in the exhaust, which is a primary component in maintaining the optimal air-fuel ratio. A damaged or faulty oxygen sensor can have a significant impact on your car’s overall performance, making it … Read more
One of the most serious issues that can happen to your Scion xA‘s engine is if it ends up with low oil pressure. Low oil pressure will cause the engine to seize up. When the oil pressure light on, it should be assumed that the engine locking up is imminent. We advise not running the … Read more
One of the most common (and) critical major engine problems is a blown head gasket. If your Scion xA has blown a head gasket, you may find it running poorly or not at all. Below you’ll find the symptoms, causes, and price of a Scion xA head gasket. Recognizing the signs of a blown head gasket in your … Read more
Your Scion xA leaves the factory with a catalytic converter. It can run into problems over the normal life of the vehicle, and is often accompanied by OBDII code P0420. Below we’ll cover the location, price, and symptoms of a bad torque converter in your xA. Menu: Catalytic Converter Price xA Catalytic Converter Location … Read more
One of the most common issues with any vehicle, including the Scion xA, is when it has fuel pressure regulator issues. A bad fuel pressure regulator can cause all sorts of problems. A bad fuel pressure regulator can cause various symptoms in your Scion xA, the most common being engine performance problems. This can result from either too … Read more
If you find your Scion xA‘s steering wheel shakes or vibrates when you press the brakes, it is almost always the brake rotors that are the cause of the problem. There are plenty of other issues that can cause the steering wheel to wobble. But, if your xA is only shaking when braking, that’s … Read more
If you own a Scion xA, you may have noticed white exhaust smoke coming from your car on occasion. This can be concerning, and it’s essential to understand the possible causes behind this phenomenon to address the issue promptly and efficiently. Several factors can contribute to white smoke emanating from your car’s exhaust pipe, and … Read more
A flashing check engine light is your Scion xA’s way of saying “I have a serious problem, don’t ignore me”. Most of the time, that serious problem is a misfire. This flashing light should not be ignored. When your engine is misfiring, it is dumping raw fuel into the exhaust. This raw fuel can detonate, … Read more
The check engine light indicates that you need to service a vehicle soon. If your Scion xA has a flashing check engine light means that there is a catalyst damaging misfire (it can damage the catalytic converter and O2 sensors). If your car has a flashing check engine light, it means you need to service … Read more