Toyota Sienna2013, Owner'S Manual

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
SIENNA_OM_OM45472U_(U)
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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
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To prevent battery discharge
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Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
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Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
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When the battery is removed or discharged
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The power sliding door (if equipped) must be initialized. (
→
P. 67)
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The power back door (if equipped) must be initialized. (
→
P. 82)
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The moon roof (if equipped) must be initialized. (
→
P. 150)
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Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
CAUTION
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Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:
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Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
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Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
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Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.