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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
69TB-01E
Check the battery
This vehicle is equipped with the following
batteries.
• Lead-acid battery
This is used to supply power to the vehi-
cle.
• Lithium-ion battery
This is used to supply electrical power to
the vehicle’s electrical components.
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(1) Lead-acid battery
(2) Lithium-ion battery
Carefully read the instructions in the fol-
lowing sections, “Lead-acid battery” and
“Lithium-ion battery”, for the correct han-
dling of each battery.
• The lead-acid battery and the lithium-ion
battery discharge gradually. In order to
avoid a flat battery, drive the vehicle
once a month for at least 30 minutes to
recharge the battery.
Lead-acid battery
Check the fluid level of lead-acid bat-
tery
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If the electrolyte fluid level is below the
lower limit (a), replenish it to the upper limit
(b). A lack of electrolyte fluid can shorten
the battery’s life.
WARNING
(Continued)
– Accurate tyre rotation speed can-
not be detected, which interferes
with the following functions:
• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
• Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
• Electronic Stability Program
(ESP
®
)
• Some functions of Dual Sen-
sor Brake Support II (DSBS II)
For details, refer to “If accurate
tyre rotation speed cannot be
detected” (P.5-60).
(1)
(2)
WARNING
• A lack of the electrolyte fluid could
cause the danger of battery explo-
sion due to overheating. Do not use
the battery or do not charge the
battery, with the fluid level below
the lower limit.
• Loose connection of the battery
terminals could cause fire or mal-
function. When detaching the bat-
tery terminals and connecting them
again, ensure a tight connection.
(b)
(a)