2016 TOYOTA VENZA battery

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When trouble arises
5995-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 1AR-FE engine
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to gro und on your vehicles as shown
in the illustration.

6005-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) ■ 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 audio system while the engine is turned
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.
■ When the battery is removed or discharged
● The power back door must be initialized. (  P. 60)
● Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or
replacing the battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is
activated. (  P. 114)Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system: Open and close any of the
doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with smart key system) or turn the engine switch
to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system),
then start your vehicle’s engine.
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 your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible. STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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When trouble arises
6015-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) ■ 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■ 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 matc hes, cigarette lighters or smoke near
the battery.

6025-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■ 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.
● If the 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.
NOTICE■ When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

6196-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Ignition system
Electrical system
Rear differential (AWD models) Spark plug
Make DENSO
2GR-FE engine
1AR-FE engine
Gap FK20HR11
SK16HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
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 is checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights are turned off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity 0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

6386-1. Specifications
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Tire related term Meaning
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity

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Vehicle specifications
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize Item When to initialize Reference
Power back door • After reconnecting or changing the
battery
• After changing a fuse P. 6 0
Maintenance required
reminder light
(U.S.A. only) After the maintenance is performed P. 477The following items must be init ialized for normal system operation
in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is
performed on the vehicle.

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VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index A/C
Air conditioning filter .............. 520
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 306
ABS ........................................... 256
Active head restraint .................68
Active Torque Control 4WD
system .................................... 257
Air conditioning filter............... 520
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 520
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 306
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions... 123
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 128
Airbag warning light............... 566
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 123
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 128
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 135
General airbag precautions ... 128
Locations of airbags .............. 119
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 133
Proper driving posture ........... 117
Side airbag operating
conditions............................ 123
Side airbag precautions ........ 128
SRS airbags .......................... 119
Alarm ......................................... 112
Anti-lock brake system............ 256
Armrest ..................................... 451
Assist grips .............................. 452
Audio input ............................... 325 Audio system
(Entune Audio)....................... 318
Basic Audio Operations ........ 326
CD player .............................. 343
iPod ....................................... 350
Listening to Bluetooth ®

Audio .................................. 377
Radio..................................... 340
Steering wheel audio
switches .............................. 323
USB memory......................... 356
USB port/AUX Port ............... 325
Using a Bluetooth ®
Phone ................................. 379
Using the AUX port ............... 362
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 306
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 215
Automatic High Beam ............. 216
Automatic light control
system .................................... 212
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 180
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 593
S mode.................................. 182
AUX port/USB port................... 325
Auxiliary box ............................ 442
Back door
Back door ................................ 56
Wireless remote control key.... 45
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 548
Wattage................................. 624
Battery
Checking ............................... 502
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 598A
B