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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
1 Open the deck board
(P.537)
2 Disengage the 12 claws and
pull the side deck board to
remove it.
WARNING
● Wear protective safety glasses
when working near the 12-volt
battery.
● 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 insuf-
ficient ventilation.
■ Emergency measures regard-
ing electrolyte
● If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water
for at least 15 minutes and get
immediate medical attention. If
possible, continue to apply water
with a sponge or cloth while trav-
eling to the nearest medical facil-
ity.
● If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thor-
oughly. If you feel pain or burning,
get medical 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 elec-
trolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or
milk. Get emergency medical
attention immediately.
■ When replacing the 12-volt
battery
Use a 12-volt battery designed for
this vehicle. Failure to do so may
cause gas (hydrogen) to enter the
passenger compartment, causing
a fire or explosion.
For replacement of the 12-volt
battery, contact your Toyota
dealer.
■ When there is insufficient 12-
volt battery fluid
Do not use if there is insufficient
fluid in the 12-volt battery. There
is a possible danger that the 12-
volt battery may explode.
NOTICE
■ When recharging the 12-volt
battery
Never recharge the 12-volt bat-
tery while the hybrid system is
operating. Also, be sure all acces-
sories are turned off.
Removing the 12-volt bat-
tery cover
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