If the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged – TOYOTA 2010 Camry HV User Manual

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged

The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if
the vehicle's 12-volt battery is discharged.
You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop.

If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota following
the steps below.

Open the trunk lid and remove the 12-volt battery cover.
(

→P. 348)

In the event that the trunk opener cannot be used, use the
mechanical key to open the trunk. (

→P. 431)

Connecting the jumper cables

Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.

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