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In the event of a breakdown
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► At the end of the charging operation, switch off charger B before disconnecting the cables from battery A.
24v 12v
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If this label is present, use only a 12 V charger to avoid causing irreversible damage to the electrical components related to the Stop & Start system.
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Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk of explosion!If the battery has frozen, have it checked by a TOYOTA dealer or by a qualified workshop who will verify that the internal components have not been damaged and that the case has not cracked, which would mean a risk of toxic and corrosive acid leaking.
Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state of charge for starting the engine, we recommend
disconnecting the battery if the vehicle is to be unused for an extended period.Before disconnecting the battery:► close all doors, windows and the tailgate and sunroof,► switch off all electricity consuming devices (audio system, wipers, headlamps, etc.),► switch off the ignition and wait for four minutes.At the battery, it is only necessary to disconnect the (+) terminal.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
► Raise the lever A fully to release the clamp B.► Remove the clamp B by lifting it off.Reconnecting the (+) terminal
► Raise the lever A fully.► Replace the open clamp B on the (+) terminal.► Push the clamp B fully down.► Lower the lever A to lock the clamp B.
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Do not force the lever as it will not be possible to lock the clamp if it is not positioned correctly; start the procedure again.
Following reconnection
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the engine, to enable the electronic systems to initialise.However, if minor problems persist following this operation, contact a TOYOTA dealer or a qualified workshop.Referring to the corresponding section, you must reset certain systems yourself, such as:
