570 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
●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 electrolyte 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 possible danger that the 12- volt battery may explode.
NOTICE
■ When recharging the 12-volt battery
Never recharge the 12-volt battery while the EV system is operating. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
■ When adding distilled water
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during 12-volt battery recharging may cause corrosion.
Adding the washer fluid
If any washer does not work or the warning message appears on the multi-information display, the washer tank may be empty. Add washer fluid.
WARNING
■ When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the EV system is hot or operating as washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the motor, etc.
NOTICE
■ Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or antifreeze instead of washer fluid. Doing so may cause streaking on
the vehicle’ s painted surfaces, as well as damaging the pump leading to problems of the washer
fluid not spraying.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary. Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bottle.