Toyota 2013 RAV4, Owner'S Manual

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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After recharging/reconnecting the battery (vehicles with a smart entry &
start system)
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the system.
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission or CVT) or depress the
brake pedal with the shift lever in N (manual transmission).
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
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Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be possi-
ble immediately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use the wire-
less remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
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Start the engine with the engine switch in ACCESSORY mode. The engine
may not start with the engine switch turned off. However, the engine will
operate normally from the second attempt.
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The engine switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the battery is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the engine switch mode to the status it was in
before the battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off the engine
before disconnect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery
if the engine switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
If the engine will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Toyota
dealer.
CAUTION
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Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the
battery:
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Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
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Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
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Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
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Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
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Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
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Keep children away from the battery.
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