2012 TOYOTA GT86 battery

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405 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
Avoiding a discharged battery
Turn off the headlights and the air conditioning system while the engine is
off.
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, etc.
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.)
Precautions when the battery is discharged (vehicles with a smart
entry & start system)
In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
entry & start system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has
recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional as soon as possible.STEP 5

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The “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode is memorized by the vehicle.
When the battery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it
was in before the battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the bat-
tery, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the “ENGINE START STOP” switch was in
before the battery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting
the battery.
CAUTION
Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near
the battery.
Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
Do not lean over the battery.
In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
Do not allow children near the battery.

424 6-1. Specifications
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Electrical system
Differential
*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an
equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please con-
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for further details.
Battery
Specific gravity reading at
20C (68F):1.250  1.290 Fully charged
1.160  1.200 Half charged
1.060  1.100 Discharged
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.
Oil capacity (Reference) 1.15 L (1.22 qt., 1.01 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Without LSD
• Toyota Genuine Differential Gear
Oil LT
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-5
and SAE 75W-85 or GL-5 and SAE
75W-90 specifications
With LSD
• Toyota Genuine Differential Gear
Oil LX
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-5
and SAE 75W-85 or GL-5 and SAE
75W-90 specifications

436 Alphabetical index
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Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Wattage................................. 427
Battery
Checking ............................... 305
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery .............. 403
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 229
Bottle holders........................... 259
Brake
Parking brake ........................ 188
Brake assist.............................. 222
Break-in tips ............................. 155
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 193
Care
Alcantara
®............................. 286
Exterior.................................. 278
Interior ................................... 282
Seat belts .............................. 283
Chains ....................................... 229
Child restraint system
Baby seats, definition ............ 125
Baby seats, installation ......... 133
Child seats, definition ............ 125
Child seats, installation ......... 133
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchor ......................... 137
Installing CRS with
seat belts ............................ 134
Installing CRS with
top straps ............................ 138
Junior seats, definition .......... 125
Junior seats, installation........ 133Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 117
Battery precautions ....... 308, 406
Child restraint system ........... 125
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 68
Installing child restraints ....... 133
Power window lock switch ...... 78
Power window precautions ..... 80
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 323
Seat belt guide ........................ 67
Seat belt precautions .............. 69
Seat heater precautions........ 269
Trunk precautions ................... 55
Cleaning
Alcantara
®............................ 286
Exterior ................................. 278
Interior................................... 282
Seat belts .............................. 283
Clock ......................................... 264
Condenser ................................ 304
Console tray ............................. 260
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 408
Cruise control .......................... 217
Cup holders.............................. 260
Customizable features ............ 430
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Daytime running light
system .................................... 208
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 252
Side mirror ............................ 252
Dimension ................................ 416
Display
Multi-information display ....... 200
Trip information ..................... 201
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 291
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 255
Wattage................................. 427
Doors
Door lock ..................... 31, 47, 50
Door windows ......................... 78
Double locking system ............ 92
Side mirrors............................. 75
Driver's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 365
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 155
Correct posture ....................... 94
Procedures............................ 152
Winter drive tips .................... 229Electric power steering ........... 222
Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 399
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 352
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 399
If the engine will not start ...... 394
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 397
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery .............. 403
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 362
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 362
If you have a flat tire .... 371, 379
If you lose your keys ............. 398
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 360
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 411
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 413
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ............................. 353
If your vehicle overheats ....... 408DE

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Keyless entry ............................. 47
Keys
Electronic key.......................... 28
Engine switch ................ 165, 174
If you lose your keys ............. 398
If your electronic key
battery is discharged .......... 399
Key number............................. 28
Keyless entry .......................... 47
Keys ........................................ 28
Mechanical key ....................... 29
Wireless remote control key.... 47
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Wattage................................. 427
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 332
Wattage................................. 427
Lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 255
Emergency flasher switch ..... 352
Engine switch light ................ 255
Fog light switch ..................... 212
Hazard light switch ................ 352
Headlights switch .................. 205
Interior light switch ................ 256
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Turn signal lever ................... 187
Vanity lights........................... 263
Wattage................................. 427Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 291
Maintenance data ................. 416
Maintenance requirements ... 288
Manual air conditioning
system .................................... 236
Manual transmission ............... 184
Meter
Instrument panel
light control ......................... 193
Meters ................................... 190
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 74
Side mirror heater ................. 252
Side mirrors ............................ 75
Vanity mirrors........................ 263
Multi-information display ........ 200
Odometer.................................. 190
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 299
Opener
Fuel filler door ......................... 81
Hood ..................................... 294
Trunk....................................... 53
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 75
Outside temperature
display .................................... 265
Overheating, Engine................ 408K
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Parking brake ........................... 188
Power outlets ........................... 267
Power windows .......................... 78
Radiator .................................... 304
Rear fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Switch ................................... 212
Wattage................................. 427
Rear seats................................... 62
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Switch ................................... 187
Wattage................................. 427
Rear window defogger ............ 252
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 324
Key battery ............................ 320
Light bulbs............................. 332
Tires ...................................... 371
REV indicator ........................... 202Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ............ 66
Child restraint system
installation .......................... 133
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 283
Emergency Locking
Retractor (ELR) .................... 68
How to wear your seat belt ..... 66
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 68
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use.............. 70
Reminder light....................... 365
Seat belt guide ........................ 67
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 67
Seat heaters ............................. 269P
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Washing and waxing ............... 278
Wheels ...................................... 316
Window glasses ........................ 78
Window lock switch................... 78
Windows
Power windows ....................... 78
Rear window defogger .......... 252
Washer.................................. 214
Windshield wipers ................... 214
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking ................... 47
Replacing the battery ............ 320
Wireless remote control key.... 47