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the power before disconnecting the
12-volt battery. Take extra care when
connecting the 12-volt battery if the
power switch mode prior to discharge
is unknown.
If the system will not start even after
multiple attempts, contact your Toyota
dealer.
WARNING
■
Chemicals in the 12-volt battery
The 12-volt battery contains poison-
ous and corrosive sulfuric acid and
may produce hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. To reduce
the risk of death or serious injury, take
the following precautions while work-
ing on or near the 12-volt battery:
●
Do not cause sparks by touching
the 12-volt battery terminals with
tools.
●
Do not smoke or light a match near
the 12-volt battery.
●
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.
●
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●
Wear protective safety glasses
when working near the 12-volt bat-
tery.
●
Keep children away from the
12-volt battery.
■
Where to safely charge the
12-volt battery
Always charge the 12-volt battery in
an open area. Do not charge the
12-volt battery in a garage or closed
room where there is insufficient venti-
lation.
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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Emergency measures regarding
electrolyte
●
If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for
at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible,
continue to apply water with a
sponge or cloth while traveling to
the nearest medical facility.
●
If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly.
If you feel pain or burning, get med-
ical attention immediately.
●
If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to
your skin. Immediately take off the
clothing and follow the procedure
above if necessary.
●
If you accidentally swallow electro-
lyte
Drink a large quantity of water or
milk. Get emergency medical atten-
tion immediately.
■
When disconnecting the 12-volt
battery
Do not disconnect the negative (-) ter-
minal on the body side. The discon-
nected negative (-) terminal may
touch the positive (+) terminal, which
may cause a short and result in death
or serious injury.
NOTICE
■
When recharging the 12-volt bat-
tery
Never recharge the 12-volt battery
while the hybrid system is operating.
Also, be sure all accessories are
turned off.
Adding the washer fluid
If any washer does not work, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
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