2016 TOYOTA iM charging

2166-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
Check the battery as follows.
nBattery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
n Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
lIf recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
l Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.
Battery
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2186-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
NOTICE
nWhen recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.

2707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Scion
dealer immediately.
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa- tion display
If the following messages are displayed, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the v ehicle in a safe place and contact your Scion
dealer. • “Charging System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”
• “Low Oil Pressure Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
Messages and warnings
Warning buzzer*Warning
Comes on Sounds Indicates an important situation, such as
when a system related to driving is malfunc-
tioning or that danger may result if the correc-
tion procedure is not performed
FlashesSoundsIndicates a situation, such as when damage
to the vehicle or danger may result
Does not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of
electrical components, their condition, or indi-
cates the need for maintenance
If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is dis-
played

2867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the batter y of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the
engine switch to the “ON” position, then start the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the ve hicle inspected at your Scion
dealer as soon as possible.
n Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
n To prevent battery discharge
lTurn off the headlights and the air conditioning system while the engine is
off.
l Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
n 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.)
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2998-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Scion iM_U (12J49U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Scion dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at
68 F (20 C):
12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Continuously variable transaxle
Fluid capacity*7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE
NOTICE
n Continuously variable transaxle fluid type
Using continuously variable transaxle fluid other than “Toyota Genuine CVT
Fluid FE” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmis-
sion accompanied by vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s
transmission.