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Precaution [10/2023 - 11/2024]

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Refer to the following table for information regarding the different types of main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU).

Confirm the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) type before troubleshooting.

Type Description
Type A The following menus can be selected on these vehicles: Body / Main Body / Utility / Vehicle Control History (RoB)
Type B The following menus can be selected on these vehicles: Body / Main Body / Utility / Reason for Operation Analysis
  1. PRECAUTION FOR BULB REPLACEMENT 
    1. Always prepare a new bulb for immediate replacement. While replacing a bulb, the lens may attract dust and moisture if removed from the vehicle for a long time.
    2. Always replace a bulb with another bulb of the same wattage.
    3. If only replacing the bulb on one side, differences in brightness and lighting color between the right and left sides may occur.
    4. Securely install the socket after bulb replacement. The lens may become cloudy or the light cavity may fill with water through gaps around the socket if the socket is not installed securely.
  2. PRECAUTION FOR HEADLIGHT BEAM AXIS ADJUSTMENT 
    1. Do not use the cover for 3 minutes or more when the headlight is illuminated.

      The headlight outer lens is made of synthetic resin, which may melt or be damaged due to excessive heat.

  3. PRECAUTION WHEN REPLACING PARTS (w/ Smart Key System) 
    1. If replacing any of the following parts, refer to the Smart Key System (for Start Function).
      1. for HV Model:

        Refer to PRECAUTION [10/2023 - 11/2024]

      2. for Gasoline Model:

        Refer to REGISTRATION [12/2021 - ]

      1. Main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU)
      2. Hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly (for HV Model)
      3. ECM (for Gasoline Model)
  4. PRECAUTION FOR FRONT CAMERA SYSTEM 

    Refer to PRECAUTION [10/2022 - ]

  5. HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY EXPRESSIONS 
    1. The name of headlight assembly used on this model differs depending on the specifications of the vehicles. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this Service Information.
      Vehicle Specification Part Name in Service Information Actual Part Name
      for TMC Made Headlight assembly Headlight unit assembly
      for TMMC Made, TMMK Made Headlight assembly Headlight assembly
  6. FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB EXPRESSIONS 
    1. The name of front turn signal light bulb used on this model differs depending on the specifications of the vehicles. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this Service Information.
      Vehicle Specification Part Name in Service Information Actual Part Name
      for Triple Beam Headlight Front turn signal and parking light bulb
      • Front turn signal and parking light bulb (for TMC Made)
      • Front turn signal light bulb (for TMMC Made, TMMK Made)