Toyota HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2009 Manual page 181

When the electronic key battery is depleted
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→P. 464
Conditions affecting operation
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→P. 49
Note for the entry function
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→P. 51
CAUTION
When starting the hybrid system
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Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any cir-
cumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency
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If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehi-
cle, push and hold the "POWER" switch for more than 3 seconds.
However, do not touch the "POWER" switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. If the hybrid system stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could
lead to an unexpected accident.
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery from being discharge
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Do not leave the "POWER" switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long
periods without the hybrid system on.
When starting the hybrid system
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Do not race a cold hybrid system.
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If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have the hybrid system
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checked immediately by your Toyota dealer.
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