2007 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 34

D Do not wet or put foreign objects over the air vent. Otherwise, the hybrid battery may be adversely affected and be damaged. CAUTION If you are involved in an accident, follow these precautions. D If the fluid leaks or gets in some part of the vehicle, never touch it because it may be electrolyte (strong alkali) from the hybrid battery. If it gets on your skin or eyes, wash off immediately with a large amount of water, if possible, with boric acid solution, and get immediate medical attention in order to help avoid serious injury. D You may hear a cooling fan noise from the air vent. D Move the vehicle to a safe place and perform the followings to reduce the risk of high voltage electricity leakage. D Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking brake. D Press the "P" position switch and stop the hybrid system. D If the key is inserted into key slot, remove it. D If water is used to wash the inside of the vehicle or inside the luggage compartment, or a large volume of water is spilled in these areas, the hybrid battery may be damaged, or a short circuit may occur. For vehicle repairs or maintenance, be sure to consult your Toyota dealer. If your vehicle is beyond repair because of accident or something, be sure to consult your Toyota dealer. As sealed Nickel −Metal hydride batteries are used, be sure to consult your Toyota dealer when disposing of your vehicle. D If a vehicle fire occurs, extinguish it using a fire extinguisher for the exclusive use on electric fires. As a small amount of water may be dangerous, use a large amount of water, for example from a fire hydrant, or wait for a fire−fighting team arrival. D If your vehicle has experienced major damage, you may get an electric shock. To prevent this, never touch the high voltage parts (hybrid battery assembly, etc.) or cables (orange color) connecting these parts. If some exposed electric wires are protruding inside or outside of the vehicle, an electric shock may also occur. Never touch them. D If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with the front wheels or all four wheels raised. If the front wheels are on the ground when towing, the electric motor may continue to generate electricity which could leak electricity. A fire could occur depending on the degree of damage. See "If your vehicle needs to be towed" on page 376. 17