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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Body dimension drawings
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT Sedan
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BODY OPENING AREAS (Side View: Front) Hatchback 5 Door
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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle
in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following procedure:
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and f ...