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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
mechanical key to lock/unlock the
doors.
● Start the hybrid system with the power
switch in ACC. The hybrid system
may not start with the power switch
turned off. However, the hybrid sys-
tem will operate normally from the
second attempt.
● The power switch mode is recorded
by the vehicle. If the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the vehicle will return
the power switch mode to the status it
was in before the 12-volt battery was
disconnected. Make sure to turn off
the power switch before disconnect
the 12-volt battery. Take extra care
when connecting the 12-volt battery if
the power switch mode prior to dis-
charge is unknown.
If the hybrid system will not start even
after multiple attempts at all methods
above, contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
■ 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 not sufficient
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, con-
tinue 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 necessary.
● If you accidentally swallow electro-
lyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
■ When there is insufficient 12-volt
battery fluid
Do not use if there is insufficient fluid
in the 12-volt battery. There is a pos-
sible danger that the 12-volt battery
may explode.
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