6418-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with auto-
matic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent battery discharge
● Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
(Vehicles with Stop & Start system: Except when the engine is stopped due
to the Stop & Start system)
● 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 battery is removed or discharged
● Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the battery is depleted, have
the vehicle inspected at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● The power windows may not close normally. In this case, initialize the power
windows. (if equipped) ( P. 234)
■ 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.)
■ When recharging or replacing the battery (vehicles with 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.
● The engine 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 battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.
● Vehicles with Stop & Start system: For a while after the battery terminals
have been disconnected or reconnected, for a while after the battery has
been replaced, the Stop & Start system may not automatically stop the
engine for approximately 5 to 60 minutes.
6729-1. Specifications
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Vehicles with maintenance type battery
Vehicles with maintenance-free type battery
Ignition system (gasoline engine)
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK20HR-A8
Gap0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific gravity reading
at 20 C (68F):
1.25 or higher
If the specific gravity is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Battery
Open voltage at 20 C
(68 F):
12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(After charging the battery, turn on the high
beam headlights for 30 seconds with the engine
switch in the “LOCK” position [vehicles without
smart entry & start system] or off [vehicles with
smart entry & start system], and turn the head-
lights off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.
707Alphabetical index
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Warning lights
ABS ....................................... 603
Brake Override system ......... 605
Brake system ........................ 602
Charging system ................... 602
DPF system .......................... 605
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 603
Four-wheel drive system ....... 604
Fuel system........................... 604
Go to service ......................... 608
Lane departure...................... 605
Low AdBlue™ ....................... 607
Low engine oil level............... 606
Low engine oil pressure ........ 602
Low fuel level ........................ 606
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 603
Master warning light .............. 606
Open door ............................. 606
Parking brake ........................ 607
Pre-Collision System............. 605
Seat belt reminder light ......... 606
Slip indicator ......................... 603
SRS....................................... 603
Washer
Checking ............................... 550
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 403
Switch ................................... 302
Washing and waxing ............... 526
Weights..................................... 654
Wheels ...................................... 563
Replacing wheels.................. 616
Size ....................................... 677
Window glasses....................... 232
Window lock switch ................ 233
Windows
Power windows ..................... 232
Rear window
defogger ..................... 485, 494
Washer ................................. 302
Windshield wiper
de-icer ............................ 486, 494
Windshield wipers
Intermittent windshield
wipers ................................. 302
Winter driving tips ................... 403
Wireless communication ........ 447
Wireless remote control
key .......................................... 154
Locking/Unlocking................. 154
Replacing the battery ............ 567
WMA disc*............................... 421
*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.
