battery TOYOTA tC 2013 (in English) Owner's Guide

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Wireless remote control/electronic key batter y
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
■You will need the following items:
●Flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2016 (vehicles without a smart key sys-
tem), or CR1632 (vehicles with a smart key system)
■ Replacing the battery (vehicles without a smart key system)
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
Remove the module.
Remove the battery cover and
the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
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STEP 2
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Replacing the battery (vehicles with a smart key system)
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a rag.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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■Use the following types of lithium battery
Vehicles without a smart key system: CR2016 
Vehicles with a smart key system: CR1632
● Batteries can be purchased at your Scion dealer, local electrical appli-
ance shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
● The smart key system (if equipped) and wireless remote control will not
function properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children. These parts are small and if swallowed by a child,
they can cause choking. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.

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NOTICE
■
For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
● Always work with dry hands. 
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 356
If your vehicle needs to 
be towed ........................ 357
If you think something is  wrong ............................. 365
Fuel pump shut off 
system ........................... 366 5-2. Steps to take in an
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emergency
If a warning light turns on  or a warning buzzer 
sounds... ....................... 367
If you have a flat tire......... 385
If the engine will not  start ................................ 400
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P (automatic 
transmission) ................. 403
If you lose your keys ........ 404
If the electronic key does 
not operate properly....... 405
If the vehicle battery is 
discharged ..................... 409
If your vehicle 
overheats ....................... 413
If the vehicle becomes 
stuck .............................. 416
If your vehicle has to 
be stopped in an 
emergency ..................... 418

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Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if th e vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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If the engine will not star t
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed ( P. 163, 167), consider each of the following
points:
■ The engine will not start even though the starter motor
operates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. 
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded. 
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce-
dures. ( P. 163, 167)
● Vehicles with an engine immobilizer system: There may be a
malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. (P. 100)
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 409)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with a smart
key system)
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine. 
(  P. 402)

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The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 409)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with a smart key system).
Contact your Scion dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmission)
and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when
stopping the engine.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 330)
■ Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes
Automatic transmission
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch
is pressed. ( P. 170)
Manual transmission
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the clutch pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch
is pressed. ( P. 170)

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If the vehicle batter y is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call your Scion dealer or a qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or boo ster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by follow-
ing the steps below.
Open the hood. ( P. 292)
Connect the jumper cables accord ing to the following procedure:
Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal on your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other e nd of the positive cable to the
positive (+) battery termin al on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi-
nal on the second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a
solid, stationary, unpainted metal lic point away from the battery
and any moving parts, as shown in the illustration.
STEP 1
STEP 2