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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if
the vehicle's 12-volt battery is discharged.
You can call your Toyota dealer, Roadside Assistance or Toyota Cus-
tomer Service Assistance.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota following
the steps below.
Open the trunk lid and remove the 12-volt battery cover.
(
→
P. 300)
In the event that the trunk opener cannot be used, use the
mechanical key to open the trunk. (
→
P. 381)
Connecting the jumper cables
If required, remove all vent plugs from the booster battery. Lay a
cloth over the open vents on the booster battery. (This helps
reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.)
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
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