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TOYOTA 2011 Avalon User Manual

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

AVALON_U (OM41428U)

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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged

The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

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To prevent battery discharge

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Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch or the engine is turned off.

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Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.

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When the battery is removed or discharged

The following systems must be initialized.

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Power windows (

P. 80)

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Moon roof (

P. 85)

CAUTION

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Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.

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Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.

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Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.

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Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near
the battery.