Toyota PRIUS 2012 Manual page 33

Roadside Assistance (Continued)
Jump Starting
The 12 Volt auxiliary battery may be jump started if the vehicle does not start
and the instrument cluster gauges are dim or off after depressing the brake
pedal and pushing the power button or turn the mechanical ignition key.
The 12 Volt auxiliary battery is located under the passenger side rear seat.
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Open the passenger side rear door and remove the battery cover.
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Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal.
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Connect the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal.
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Place the smart key in proximity to the interior of the vehicle, depress the
brake pedal, and push the power button or turn the mechanical ignition
key.
NOTE:
If the vehicle does not recognize the smart key after connecting the
booster battery to the vehicle, open and close the driver door when the
vehicle is shut off.
If the smart key internal battery is dead, touch the Toyota emblem side of
the smart key to the power button during the start sequence. Refer to the
instructions and illustrations on page 9 for more details.
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The high voltage HV battery pack cannot be jump started.
Immobiliser
The PRIUS c is equipped with an optional immobiliser system.
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The vehicle can be started only with a registered smart key or mechanical
ignition key.
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Remove Battery Cover
Jumper Cable Connections