How To Jump A Prius 2010. I'm not sure i am so risk adverse as to change the battery every 3 years but i sure won't try to get past 5. Hybrid vehicles are quite a bit different when it comes to jump starting them.
The 12v system is not designed to withstand the electrical load created when starting a normal car, and in addition, any accidental reversing of leads is going to leave you stranded with a several hundred dollar towing/repair fee. This instructable will be a guide on how to jump start a toyota prius. Open the hood and find the fuse block cover — there should be a jump start terminal under it.
I jump started the car and sent her off to the dealer for a new battery.
In the morning when i try to start it, there doesn't seem to be enough voltage. Summary of contents for toyota 2010 prius page 1 toyota prius 3rd generation www.mycar.pk umar: How does jump start works on hybrid engine apr 2, 2013 i am wondering how does the jump start works on the prius since it uses a electric motor to start the engine but not a conventional starter.i recently drained the 12v battery (left the interior lights on for two days) and had to take the battery out from the trunk to recharge it. Disconnect the 12v cable from the auxiliary batter in the rear.