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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
There is a possibility that the
temperature of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) is extremely low
(approximately below -30°C [-
22°F]). (P.311)
One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. (P.573)
The 12-volt battery terminal con-
nections may be loose or cor-
roded. (P.486)
One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. (P.573)
One or both of the 12-volt battery
terminals may be disconnected.
(P.486)
Contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer if
the problem cannot be repaired, or
if repair procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not
start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start
the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure
except in cases of emergency.
1 Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is
set. (P.320)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Shift the shift lever to P.
3 Turn the power switch to ACC.
4 Press and hold the power switch
for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal
firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be
started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
The interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn
does not sound or sounds at
a low volume
The interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the
horn does not sound
Starting the hybrid system
in an emergency
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