Toyota Yaris: Battery recharging precautions
During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
2. Be sure the power switch on the recharger is off when connecting the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them.
CAUTION.
Always charge the battery in an unconfined area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.
Only do a slow charge (5A or less).
Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous.
The battery may explode, causing personal injuries.
NOTICE.
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.
Checking battery condition
—Precautions
CAUTION.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS.
The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
Do not cause a spark from the battery with tools.
Do not smoke or light a match near the ...
Checking and replacing fuses
Type A
Type B
Type C
If the headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses.
If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced.
See “Fuse locations” ...
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Rear window wiper and washer
To turn on the rear window wiper, twist the lever knob upward. (Position 1)
The key must be in the “ON” position.
To squirt washer fluid on the rear window, twist the knob upward or downward ...
Tire inflation pressure
■ Tire inflation pressure
The recommended cold tire inflation pressure and tire size are displayed on the
tire and loading information label. (→P. 351)
■ Inspection and adjustm ...
Back door
The back door can be locked/unlocked and opened by the following procedures.
■ Locking and unlocking the back door
Keys (from the back door: vehicles with a back door key cylinder)
Unlocks ...