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■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air

Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-

ciency.

Use only newly opened brake fluid.

WARNING

■When filling the reservoir

Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage

painted surfaces.

If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean

water immediately.

If you still experience discomfort, consult a doctor.

NOTICE

■If the fluid level is low or high

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads

wear out or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.

If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, there may be a serious problem.

Battery

Check the battery as follows.

■ Caution symbols (if equipped)

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The meanings of each caution symbol on the top of the battery are

as follows:

No smoking, no naked

Battery acid

flames, no sparks

Note operating instruc-

Shield eyes

tions

Keep away from children

Explosive gas

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■ Battery exterior

Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that

there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.

1

Terminals

2

Hold-down clamp

■ Checking battery fluid

Check that the level is between

the “UPPER LEVEL” and

“LOWER LEVEL” lines.

1

“UPPER LEVEL” line

2

“LOWER LEVEL” line

If the fluid level is at or below the

“LOWER LEVEL” line, add dis-

tilled water.

■ Adding distilled water

Low

O.K.

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 1NR-VE engine

1

Remove the battery cover as

shown in the illustration.

2

Remove the vent plug.

3

Add distilled water.

If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by looking

directly at the cell.

4

5

Put the vent plug back on and close it securely.

Install the battery cover as

shown in the illustration.

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 2NR-VE engine

1

Remove the vent plug.

2

Add distilled water.

If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by looking

directly at the cell.

3

Put the vent plug back on and close it securely.

■Before recharging

When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and

explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:

●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect

the ground cable.

●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-

connecting the charger cables to the battery.

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WARNING

■Chemicals in the 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

battery:

●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.

●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.

●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.

●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.

●Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.

●Keep children away from the battery.

■Where to safely charge the battery

Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the 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 immedi-

ate medical attention. If possible, continue 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 cloth-

ing 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.

NOTICE

■When recharging the battery

Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all

accessories are turned off.

■When adding distilled water

Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro-

sion.

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Washer fluid

If the washer fluid level is less

than “HALF” line, add washer

fluid.

WARNING

■When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid

contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine, etc.

NOTICE

■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid

Do not use soapy water or engine 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 bot-

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tle.

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Air cleaner filter

Check the air cleaner filter as follows:

1

Release the clips.

KBAV730410E

2

Lift the cover and take out the

air cleaner filter.

Inspect the outer surface of the filter, and replace the filter if it is

extremely dirty. If the filter is only moderately dusty, use compressed

air to blow dust out of the filter.

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WARNING

■To prevent inhaling dust

Wear a respirator when using compressed air to clean the air cleaner filter.

NOTICE

■To prevent damaging the engine

Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed. Doing so causes excessive

engine wear.

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Tires

Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched-

ules and treadwear.

Checking tires

Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check

the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the

tread.

Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.

1

New tread

2

Worn tread

3

Treadwear indicator

The location of treadwear indicators is shown by a “TWI” or “Δ” mark, etc.,

molded into the sidewall of each tire.

Replace the tires if the treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.

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