4367-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
●If recharging with the 12-volt battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to dis-
connect the ground cable.
● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the 12-volt battery.
■ After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
●Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Unlocking the doors using the
entry function may not be possible imm ediately after reconnecting the 12-
volt battery. If this happens, use the wireless remote control or the mechani-
cal key to lock/unlock the doors.
● Start the hybrid system with the pow er switch in ACCESSORY mode. The
hybrid system may not start with the power switch turned off. However, the
hybrid system will operate normally from the second attempt.
● The power switch mode is recorded by t he vehicle. If the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the vehicle will return the power switch mode to the status it
was in before the 12-volt battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn the
power switch off before disconnecting the 12-volt battery. Take extra care
when connecting the 12-volt battery if the power switch mode prior to dis-
charge is unknown.
● When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system, depress
the brake pedal, and confirm that it is possible to shift into each shift posi-
tion.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
4387-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
UK AURIS_HV_HB_EE (OM12K47E)
WARNING
■ Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
● If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or a burning sensation,
seek medical attention immediately.
● If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Get emergency medical attention immedi-
ately.
■ When replacing the 12-volt battery
Use a 12-volt battery designed for the AURIS HYBRID. Failure to do so may
cause gas (hydrogen) to enter the passenger compartment, causing a fire
or explosion.
For replacement of the 12-volt battery, contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified professional.
NOTICE
■ When recharging the 12-volt battery
Never recharge the 12-volt battery while the hybrid system is operating.
Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.
5018-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If any of the following messages are displayed, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.
When parking, park the vehicle on level ground and firmly set the
parking brake.
■If “P lock malfunction. When parking, park in flat place and
apply parking brake securely” is displayed
Indicates the following:
●The parking lock mechanism may not operate. Also, changing
the shift position to P may not be possible.
● The hybrid system may not be able to be started.
● The power switch may not be able to be turned off.
If the power switch cannot be turned off, set the parking brake and
then operate the power switch to turn it off.
■If “Shift system failure. When parking, apply parking brake.
Read Owner’s Manual.” is displayed
Refer to “P lock malfunction. When parking, park in flat place and
apply parking brake securely.”.
■If “Shift system comm. failure. When parking, apply parking
brake. Read Owner’s Manual.” is displayed
Indicates that the automatic P position selection function may not
be operating.
Before turning the power switch off, press the P position switch.
Verify that the shift position has been changed to P by checking the
shift position indicators.
■If “12-volt battery low. When parking, apply parking brake.
Read Owner’s Manual.” is displayed
Indicates the following:
● 12-volt battery may not be charged sufficiently.
● Changing the shift position to P may not be possible.
● The hybrid system may not be able to be started.
Charge or replace the 12-volt battery. After charging the 12-volt bat-
tery, the message may be displayed until the shift position is
changed from P.
If caution about parking is necessary
5058-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Take the appropriate actions as instructed in the message displayed.
If any of the following messages are displayed, also refer to this
Owner’s Manual.
■If “Check charging system.” is displayed
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle's charging system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■If “Engine oil pressure low.” is displayed
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■When “Headlight system malfunction. Visit your dealer.” is
displayed on the multi-information display (if equipped)
The following systems may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
●The LED headlight system
● The automatic headlight leveling system
● Automatic High Beam
■If “Front sensor systems are temporarily unavailable due to
inappropriate temp. Wait a moment.” or “Front sensor systems
are temporarily unavailable due to blocked vision. Clean wind-
shield.” is displayed (if equipped)
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown
in the message is resolved.
●PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)
● LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
● Automatic High Beam
● RSA (Road Sign Assist)
Other messages displayed on the multi-information display
5418-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall the
fuse box cover to its original position.
When installing, first hook the fuse box cover onto the two rear tabs.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional as soon as possible.
■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■ When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. ( →P. 436)
● If the 12-volt battery is depleted with the shift position in P, it will not be pos-
sible to shift the shift position other than P. In this case, the vehicle cannot
be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front wheels are
locked by the parking lock. ( →P. 485)
● When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system, depress
the brake pedal, and confirm that it is possible to shift into each shift posi-
tion.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when
the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of
certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt
battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The
12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
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5428-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
●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
12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
● The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery
has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
● The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the
12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt bat-
tery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
WARNING
■ Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
● Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
● Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
● Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the 12-volt battery.
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■ 12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte,
while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following
precautions when handling the 12-volt battery:
●When working with the 12-volt battery , always wear safety glasses and
take care not to allow any 12-volt battery fluids (acid) to come into contact
with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
● In the event that 12-volt 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 12-volt battery support, termi-
nals, and other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the 12-volt battery.
■ After recharging the 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as
possible.
If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, continued use may cause the 12-volt
battery to emit a malodorous gas, which may be detrimental to the health of
passengers.
■ When replacing the 12-volt battery
→ P. 438
5589-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity (reference)
Gasoline engineWith an exhaust heat
recovery system
Without an exhaust heat
recovery system
Power control unit
7.0 L (7.4 qt., 6.2 Imp. qt.)
6.3 L (6.7 qt., 5.5 Imp. qt.)
2.1 L (2.2 qt., 1.8 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO SC16HR11 or DENSO SC20HR11
Gap1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at 20°C
(68 °F): 12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the hybrid
system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.