8-1. Essential information
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If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising
5 Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
■ If emergency stopped The functions of the air conditioning, etc., may be partially limited in order
to reduce the power consumption of the 12-volt battery.
WARNING
■ If the EV system has to be turned off while driving
Turning the EV system off while
driving will not cause a loss of steering or braking control. However, power assist for the steering
wheel may be lost making it difficult to steer smoothly before stopping the vehicle depending on the
remaining charge in the 12-volt battery or usage conditions. Decelerate as much as possible
before turning off the EV system.
This vehicle is not designed to be able to drive on roads that are deeply flooded with water. Do not drive on roads where the roads may be submerged or the water may be rising. It is dangerous to remain in the vehicle, if it is anticipated that the vehicle will be flooded or set adrift. Remain calm and follow the following.
• If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.
• If the door cannot be opened, open the window using the power window switch and ensure an escape route.
• If the window can be opened, exit the vehicle through the window.
• If the door and window cannot be opened due to the rising water, remain calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water pressure outside of the vehicle and then open the door after waiting for the rising water to enter the vehicle, and exit the vehicle.
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When trouble arises