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1-3. Hybrid system
change in accordance with driving style and
driving conditions.
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Starting the hybrid system in an
extremely cold environment
When the hybrid battery (traction battery)
is extremely cold (below approximately
-22°F [-30°C]) under the influence of the
outside temperature, it may not be possible
to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to
start the hybrid system again after the tem-
perature of the hybrid battery increases due
to the outside temperature increase etc.
WARNING
High voltage precautions
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This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC
systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC
and AC high voltage is very dangerous
and can cause severe burns and electric
shock that may result in death or serious
injury.
Never touch, disassemble, remove or
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replace the high voltage parts, cables
or their connectors.
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The hybrid system will become hot
after starting as the system uses high
voltage. Be careful of both the high
voltage and the high temperature, and
always obey the warning labels
attached to the vehicle.
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Never try to open the service plug
access hole located behind the rear
seat. The service plug is used only
when the vehicle is serviced and is
subject to high voltage.
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Road accident cautions
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
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Stop the vehicle in a safe place to pre-
vent subsequent accidents. While
depressing the brake pedal, apply the
parking brake and shift the shift posi-
tion to P to stop the hybrid system.
Then, slowly release the brake pedal.
Do not touch the high voltage parts,
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cables and connectors.
If electric wires are exposed inside or
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outside your vehicle, an electric shock
may occur. Never touch exposed elec-
tric wires.
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Do not touch the battery if liquid is
leaking from or adhering to it.
If electrolyte (carbonate ester-based
organic electrolyte) from the hybrid
battery (traction battery) comes into
contact with the eyes or skin, it could
cause blindness or skin wounds. In the
unlikely event that it comes into con-
tact with the eyes or skin, wash it off
immediately with a large amount of
water, and seek immediate medical
attention.
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If electrolyte is leaking from the hybrid
battery (traction battery), do not
approach the vehicle.
Even in the unlikely event that the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
damaged, the internal construction of
the battery will prevent a large amount
of electrolyte from leaking out. How-
ever, any electrolyte that does leak out
will give off a vapor. This vapor is an
irritant to skin and eyes and could
cause acute poisoning if inhaled.
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Do not bring burning or high-tem-
perature items close to the electrolyte.
The electrolyte may ignite and cause a
fire.
If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle,
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leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not
meant for electric fires. Using even a
small amount of water may be danger-
ous.
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