warning TOYOTA C-HR 2023 Owners Manual

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●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
Bottle holders
FrontRear
WARNING
Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.

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Interior features
Cup holders
The rear cup holder can have the partition
turned over, removed, and the depth
changed.
WARNING
● Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup hold-
ers.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury.
● Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
• Close the lid on drinks that are hot.
• Check that the item can be sustained by the internal support.
• Take care to not let the cup height exceed armrest height.
• Do not use the partition in the front cup holder as it is only for use with
the rear cup holder.

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Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
Cargo hooks (if equipped)
WARNING
To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions
when not in use.
Grocery bag hooks
NOTICE
Do not hang any object heavier than 2 kg (4.4 lb.) on the groce ry bag hook.

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Interior features
Make sure the luggage cover
is properly folded.
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not place anything on the luggage cover. In the event of sudden brak-
ing or turning, the item may go flying and strike an occupant.
● Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the lug-
gage cover could result in damage to the luggage cover.
● Type B only: Be sure to properly fold the luggage cover. Otherwise it could
unexpectedly unfold.
● Type B only: Be sure to attach the cords correctly to prevent the cover
from flying off.
NOTICE
Type B only: Do not apply too much force when folding the lugga ge cover.
Doing so may damage the luggage cover.

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Interior features
An assist grip installed on the ceil-
ing can be used to support your
body while sitting on the seat.
Assist grips
WARNING
Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicl e or rising from
your seat.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the assist grip, do not put a heavy load o n the assist
grip.

5816-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doi ng so may
cause the electrical components, etc., to catch fire.
■ When cleaning the windshield
● When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
● If something bumps against the windshield
● If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the exhaust p ipe until it
has cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cau se burns.
■ Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if
equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the sy stem may mal-
function. If this occurs, consult any authorized Toyota retaile r or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in
hands being caught or other serious inju-
ries and cause damage to the wiper
blades.
● When the upper part of the windshield
where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
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5866-1. Maintenance and care
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WARNING
■To prevent vehicle damage or vehicle fire
● Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle, such as on the floor, in the
hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent, and in the l uggage com-
partment.
Doing so may cause the hybrid battery (traction battery), elect rical compo-
nents, etc., to malfunction or catch fire.
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
( P. 42)
An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or no t function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
● Vehicles with nanoe™: When using combustible sprays (such as deter-
gents, deodorizers, lubricants) within the vehicle, do not get any one elec-
trical parts. Doing so may lead to damage or vehicle fires.
■ Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading t o an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ Cleaning detergents
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasol ine,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
● Do not use a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.

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WARNING
■If your vehicle is not properly maintained
Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehi cle and
possible serious injury or death.
■ Handling of the 12-volt battery
12-volt battery posts, terminals and related accessories contai n lead and
lead compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your
hands after handling. ( P. 604)

5926-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Tire inflation
pressure
( P. 630)
• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P. 609)
• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■ When working on the engine compartment
● Make sure that the “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” on the multi-infor-
mation display and the “READY” indicator are both off.
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc., right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the 12-volt
battery. Fuel and 12-volt battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the 12-volt battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the
affected area with clean water immediately. If you still experi ence discom-
fort, consult a doctor.
■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coo lant temperature
is high. ( P. 604)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, flui d spray, etc.,
from getting in your eyes.
ItemsParts and tools

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Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehic le is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious inj ury.
■ After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely preventing it from falling
down onto your head or body.
NOTICE
■ When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing th e hood. Closing
the hood without returning the support rod properly could cause the hood to
bend.