1998 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 175
1998 Toyota RAV4 Manual
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Part 8 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 8- 3 Electrical components D Checking condition auxiliary battery recharging Checking auxiliary condition- -Precautions CAUTION BATTERY PRECAUTIONS battery D If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If you feel pain or burning, get medical attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas. D If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a through to ly take off follow the essary. possibility of its soaking your skin, so immediatethe exposed clothing and procedure above, if nec- D Do not cause a spark from the battery with tools. D Do not smoke or light a match near the battery. The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. D If you happen to swallow electrolyte, drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go immediately for emergency help. D Auxiliary battery precautions D Adding washer fluid D Replacing light bulbs D Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes. D Checking and replacing fuses D Never ingest electrolyte. D Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery. D Keep children away from the battery. EMERGENCY MEASURES D If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office. 167