VMI Northstar Power Conversion, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Toyota Sienna Hybrid Northstar Power Conversion...

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Page 3: ...VMIOWNER SMANUAL ToyotaSiennaHybrid 2021 Later Northstar Conversion withAccess360...

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Page 5: ...6 VMI Installed Equipment 6 VMI Dealer Installed Options 6 ControlSwitchOperation 7 One Touch Operation Switches 7 OEM Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter 7 VMI Conversion Stow Deploy Button 8 Power Slid...

Page 6: ...ly 14 Operate Ramp Manually 14 SUREDEPLOY Operation 15 User Control 16 Low Battery Detection 16 Fault Beep 16 Maximum Charge Time for Backup Battery 16 SeatingandSecurement 17 Removable Front Seats 17...

Page 7: ...Northstar Ramp Manual Operation 28 PowerKneel Override 29 Vehicle Towing Instructions 29 Emergency Flat Tire Repair 30 MaintenanceandWarranty 31 VMI Conversion Scheduled Maintenance Plan 32 Hybrid Bat...

Page 8: ...eering and braking systems Before driving the vehicle you should obtain professional driver training on the proper use of these controls to understand how these modifications may affect the handling o...

Page 9: ...I DISCLAIMER This manual was reviewed thoroughly for accuracy All statements technical information and recommendations contained herein and in any guides or related documents are believed reliable but...

Page 10: ...mission is in PARK and the parking brake is SET Failure to do so may result in property damage or bodily injury Do not operate the ramp load or unload the vehicle if traffic or road conditions do not...

Page 11: ...system problems contact your VMI dealer or Toyota dealer immediately and discontinue the use of your vehicle until the issue is resolved Your new vehicle may be equipped with special driving controls...

Page 12: ...nivan conversion VMIMOBILITYDEALERINSTALLEDEQUIPMENT VMIINSTALLEDEQUIPMENT One Touch Operating System PowerKneel Kneeling System Power Northstar Ramp Sure Deploy Removable Interchangeable Front Seats...

Page 13: ...itter activates the OPEN functions The power door opens the kneel system lowers the rear of the vehicle and the ramp deploys CloseFunction Pressing the button again activates the CLOSE functions The r...

Page 14: ...nOperation If the VMI Conversion Stow Deploy Button is pressed while the conversion is deploying the system will stop in place If pressed again the system will reverse the ramp and or door returning t...

Page 15: ...tton activates the One Touch conversion functions OpenFunction Press and release the Power Sliding Door Overhead Button once to open the power sliding door and deploy the ramp CloseFunction Press and...

Page 16: ...rb RampOn OffSwitch The Ramp On Off Switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel When in the OFF position the power ramp and PowerKneel systems are disabled and only the power...

Page 17: ...s A to B pillar lower passenger side 16 bar light A to B pillar lower driver side 16 bar light Center console lower VMI panel 6 bar light B pillar lower passenger side Small round dome light C pillar...

Page 18: ...scan for objects 3 If objects are not detected the system will go into sleep mode and scan every few seconds to prevent the vehicle battery from draining 4 If an obstruction is detected the system wi...

Page 19: ...e vehicle floor on the passenger side Before operating the power door and power ramp the doors must be unlocked and the vehicle transmission must be in PARK WARNING Before operating the power door and...

Page 20: ...system damage or serious bodily injury OPERATEDOORMANUALLY With the ramp in the fully stowed position the sliding door may be opened or closed manually at any time In order to open close the door with...

Page 21: ...ontrols are designed to prevent accidental operation and to prevent inadvertent child use The system operating switches are located on the driver s side C pillar panel rear of the sliding door WARNING...

Page 22: ...r out for more than 25 seconds and are constantly pressing the button the system will automatically restart with another 25 second time limit FAULTBEEP The buzzer beeps once a second when one of the f...

Page 23: ...so may result in damage to the seat wiring and the seat wiring harness NOTE When the driver seat is installed in the passenger position and or the passenger seat is installed in the driver position t...

Page 24: ...he harness 5 Release the seat base release strap and lower the rear of the seat base to the floor of the vehicle The rear seat base wheels will automatically lower so that the seat and base can be eas...

Page 25: ...ush forward to ensure the seat base has locked to the floor anchors InstallingtheFrontSeats The installation procedure is the reverse of the removal procedure 1 Make sure the vehicle ignition is OFF 2...

Page 26: ...ELCHAIRRESTRAINTSYSTEM VMI includes a wheelchair restraint system in every conversion to secure a wheelchair while the van is in motion This belt system includes four adjustable over center buckle bel...

Page 27: ...imits It is important that any operator of the VMI Toyota Sienna conversion vehicle understands that the installation of adaptive equipment has necessarily added weight to the original Toyota vehicle...

Page 28: ...e added equipment and mobility device 240 lbs and there will be four 150 lb passengers using this vehicle the amount of available cargo capacity is 260 lbs since 4 passengers x 150 lbs 600 lbs and 110...

Page 29: ...ow the locations of the standard floor tracks NOTE VMI does not provide wheelchair securement hardware for wheelchair drivers Contact your mobility dealer for available options on the procedure for ea...

Page 30: ...elts to be twisted inside the belt retractor The recommended center to center distances are based on common wheelchair sizes Exceptionally large or small wheelchairs may require anchorage spacing that...

Page 31: ...traint belt can be attached to the floor and the wheelchair Attach the restraint belt to the wheelchair 4 Connect the floor latch to the pre selected location on the floor track by pushing the fitting...

Page 32: ...ion receptacle When using the lap belt extension do not route any belt over the side panel or the armrest of the wheelchair The occupant must wear seat belts against the body and low across the front...

Page 33: ...plate The floor plate should never be removed and it should not be drilled through A special plate for E Z Lock wheelchair securement can be purchased as an accessory that bolts to designated areas of...

Page 34: ...the operating crank from underneath the rear bench Using the crank rod as a lever remove the cover plate to access the crank receiver DeployRampManually Insert the crank into the receiver and rotate c...

Page 35: ...an be serviced by a VMI mobility dealer Turn off the PowerKneel switch located on the driver s side of the rear bench to activate the override procedure VEHICLETOWINGINSTRUCTIONS Refer to your Toyota...

Page 36: ...icle s rear cargo area Open the kit and follow the supplied instruction sheet Refer to your Toyota Owner s Manual for detailed information concerning safety and the use of this equipment JackPad Locat...

Page 37: ...t components to provide safe and trouble free operation and to comply with the VMI Limited Warranty The following is the required minimum maintenance schedule to be followed NOTE Vehicles operated in...

Page 38: ...d upper rollers for wear or damage replace as required Inspect and replace normal wear items as required Remove floor plate and inspect ramp operation Inspect ramp mechanism for loose fittings alignme...

Page 39: ...the snorkel as shown in the image below For more information about cleaning and replacing the hybrid battery air filter consult your Toyota Owner s Manual SUREDEPLOYBATTERY POWERKNEEL ANDVMIQLOCATION...

Page 40: ...maintenance and warrant y 34 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 41: ...maintenance and warrant y 35 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 42: ...maintenance and warrant y 36 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 43: ...maintenance and warrant y 37 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 44: ...maintenance and warrant y 38 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 45: ...maintenance and warrant y 39 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 46: ...maintenance and warrant y 40 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 47: ...maintenance and warrant y 41 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 48: ...rranty will commence on the date the converted vehicle is delivered to the end user The VMI warranty will be 36 months or 36 000 miles from the Odometer reading at the time of conversion The 36 month...

Page 49: ...d by VMI and then only to the extent of such fabrication modification or alteration This warranty is not intended to replace or substitute any other warranties issued by the original manufacturer of t...

Page 50: ...rranties YourRightsUnderStateLaw This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from state to state SummaryofWarrantyCoverage Structural Rust Corrosion Warranted...

Page 51: ...our minivan to and from the Toyota dealership will be arranged by the MED and you will be advised by the MED where and when to pick up your vehicle If the vehicle can be safely operated it may be more...

Page 52: ...oldings LLC VMI for wheelchair access and or other mobility features The minivan has been brought by the customer to the VMI Mobility Equipment Dealer MED listed below where it has been determined tha...

Page 53: ...nd systems affected by VMI modifications or components you should contact VMI Technical Support at 1 800 488 9082 prior to performing any service to determine whether VMI or Toyota is responsible for...

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