Prius battery jump start. This video shows you how to jump start a dead battery in your 2005 toyota prius. Your prius uses the same type of 12 volt battery that other gas hogs use to start the engine. A lot of toyota hybrid models like the prius feature a jump start terminal under the hood which you should use instead of the 12 volt battery.
If youre stranded on the side of the road right now with a toyota hybrid this video about jumping a toyota hybrid may be. Thank you and anyone who wants to know where to ground for the back of the car terminal you can use the mounting bracket which holds the. If you are using a second vehicle gently start to rev the engine slightly and maintain that level for about five minutes to give the dead battery enough electricity to restart the toyota prius.
5 years ago on introduction. My jumper cables army long enough and the good car is behind me. Open the hood and look under the fuse box cover.
If you get into your prius turn the key and your car doesnt start you may hear nothing or a clicking sound from the engine bay you have a dead battery and need a jump start. Jump start the hybrid. Once you have located this terminal the steps to jump start the hybrid are pretty much the same as jumping any other car.
Before you jump start the prius make sure that both of the vehicles parked and the engines are turned off. Next follow the steps below. Jump start your prius.
How do i jump start my 2007 prius from the battery in the trunk. There youll find the jump start terminal. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle or turn on the quick kick unit.