2012 TOYOTA URBAN CRUISER battery

387 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
Remove the battery cover and
the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
Replacing the battery (vehicles with smart entry & start sys-
tem)
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
STEP3
STEP1
STEP2

388 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
Use the following types of lithium battery
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: CR2016
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: CR1632
Batteries can be purchased at any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional, jewelers, or camera
stores.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
If the key battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
The smart entry & start system and wireless remote control will not func-
tion properly.
The operational range is reduced.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
STEP3

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Maintenance and care
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
CAUTION
Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children. These parts are small and if swallowed by a child
they can cause choking. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
Certification
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUC-
TIONS.
NOTICE
For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
Do not bend the battery terminals.

5When trouble arises
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URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 416
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 417
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 425
Fuel pump shut off system
(gasoline engine) ............ 4265-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 427
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire) ................................. 437
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles without a spare
tire) ................................. 452
If the engine will not
start................................. 468
If you lose your keys ......... 470
If you cannot operate
the back door opener...... 471
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ....... 472
If the battery is
discharged ...................... 475
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 481
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls
(diesel engine) ................ 485
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 488
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ...................... 490

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URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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435 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
For some models, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank
becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle
immediately. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional as soon as possible.
Electric power steering warning light
When the battery is low or when the voltage drops temporarily, the electric
power steering warning light may come on.
Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passen-
ger is not sitting in the seat.
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
If the engine will not start
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (P. 179, 175), confirm the following points.
The engine will not start even though the starter motor
operates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Gasoline engine: Refuel the vehicle.
Diesel engine: (P. 485)
The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce-
dures. (P. 179, 175)
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 108)
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 475)
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

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When trouble arises
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 475)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with smart entry & start system)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.