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43uu For Safe Driving u Important Safety Precautions
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Safe Driving
■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying 
close attention to the road, other vehicles , and pedestrians could lead to a crash. 
Remember, situations can change quickly, and  only you can decide when it is safe to 
divert some attention away from driving.
■ Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash  injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher 
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious  injuries can also occur at lower speeds. 
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum 
speed posted.
■ Keep your vehicle  in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition 
frequently, and perform all re gularly scheduled maintenance.
■ Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle
Children left unattended in the vehicle may  be injured if they activate one or more 
of the vehicle controls. They  may also cause the vehicle to  move, resulting in a crash 
in which the children and/or another pers on(s) can be injured or killed. Also, 
depending on the ambient temperature, th e temperature of the interior may reach 
extreme levels, which can re sult in injury or death.
Even if the climate control system is  on, never leave children in the vehicle 
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103uu Indicators u Driver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages The following messages appear only on the dr iver information interface. Press the   (d isplay/information) button to see the mess age 
again with the system message indicator on.
Message Condition Explanation●
Appears when the vehicle cannot be driven. ●
Immediately stop in a safe place.●
Appears when the washer fluid gets low. ●
Refill the washer fluid. 2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid  P. 493●
Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due 
soon. ●
Consequently,  Service Due Now  and  Service Past 
Due  follow. 2 Warning Message and Maintenance Minder 
Information on the Driver Information Interface  
P. 476●
Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the 
smart entry system or push button starting system. ●
Appears constantly  - Have your vehicle checked by an 
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473uu Before Performing Maintenance u Safety When Performing Maintenance
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Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance Some of the most important safe ty precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every  conceivable hazard that can arise in 
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether you should perform a given 
task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames 
away from the 12-volt battery, all High Volt age system, and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust  can ignite them, causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a co mmercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not 
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and pr otective clothing when  working with the 12-volt 
battery or compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.■ Maintenance Safety 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance
3
WARNING Improperly maintaining this vehicle or 
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving 
can cause a crash in which you can be 
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and 
maintenance recommendations according 
to the schedules in  this owner’s manual.
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WARNING Failure to properly  follow maintenance 
instructions and prec autions can cause you 
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and 
precautions in this owner’s manual.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book  473 ページ  2017年8月31日 木曜日 午後2時49分