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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
If none of the washer does not work or
the “Windshield Washer Fluid Low”
appears on the multi-information dis-
play, the washer tank may be empty.
Add washer fluid.
● Do not smoke or light a match near the
battery.
● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.
● Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
● Wear protective safety glasses when
working near the battery.
● Keep children away from the battery.
■ Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open
area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is
insufficient ventilation.
■ Emergency measures regarding
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 traveling to the nearest medical
facility.
● If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. 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 nec-
essary.
● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
■ When there is insufficient battery
fluid
Do not use if there is insufficient fluid in
the battery. There is a possible danger
that the battery may explode.
■ When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all acces-
sories are turned off.
■ When adding distilled water
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during
battery recharging may cause corrosion.
Checking and adding the washer
fluid
■ When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine
is hot or operating as washer fluid con-
tains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled
on the engine, etc.