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WARNING
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Do not allow the other end of
the jumper cable connected to
the "+" terminal to come into
contact with any other parts or
metal surfaces in the area, such
as brackets or unpainted metal.
Do not allow the + and - clamps
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of the jumper cables to come
into contact with each other.
●
Do not smoke, use matches,
cigarette lighters or allow open
flame near the 12-volt battery.
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12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poi-
sonous and corrosive acidic elec-
trolyte, while related parts contain
lead and lead compounds.
Observe the following precautions
when handling the 12-volt battery:
●
When working with the 12-volt
battery, always wear safety
glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to
come into contact with skin,
clothing or the vehicle body.
●
Do not lean over the 12-volt bat-
tery.
●
In the event that battery fluid
comes into contact with the skin
or eyes, immediately wash the
affected area with water and
seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth
over the affected area until
medical attention can be
received.
●
Always wash your hands after
handling the 12-volt battery sup-
port, terminals, and other bat-
tery-related parts.
●
Do not allow children near the
12-volt battery.
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
After recharging the 12-volt
battery
Have the 12-volt battery
inspected at your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
If the 12-volt battery is deteriorat-
ing, continued use may cause the
12-volt battery to emit a malodor-
ous gas, which may be detrimen-
tal to the health of passengers.
■
When replacing the 12-volt
battery
●
For information regarding 12-
volt battery replacement, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
●
After replacing, securely attach
the exhaust hose and exhaust
hole plug to the exhaust hole of
the replaced 12-volt battery. If
not properly installed, gases
(hydrogen) may leak into the
vehicle interior, and there is the
possible danger of the gas ignit-
ing and exploding.
NOTICE
■
When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper
cables, ensure that they do not
become entangled in the cooling
fan, etc.
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