7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■ After recharging / reconnecting the 12-volt battery
●The EV system may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the system.
1 Shift the shift position to P. 2 Open and close any of the doors. 3 Restart the EV system.
●Unlocking the doors using the Smart key system may not be
possible immediately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this happens, use the wireless remote
control or the mechanical key to lock / unlock the doors.
●Start the EV system with the
power switch in ACC *. The EV system may not start with the power switch turned off. However, the EV system will operate normally from the second attempt.
●The power switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12- volt battery is disconnected and 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 disconnecting the 12-volt battery. Take extra care
when connecting the 12-volt battery if the power switch mode prior to the 12-volt battery being disconnected is unknown.
If the EV system will not start even after multiple attempts at all the methods above, contact your SUB- ARU dealer. *: ACC mode can be enabled / disabled on the customize menu.( �P. 672)
WARNING
■ Chemicals in the 12-volt battery
Batteries contain poisonous 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 working 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 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 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.
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