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.
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
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automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
Avoiding a discharged battery
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Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
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off.
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
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ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
Charging the battery
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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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