HONDA 2004 Civic Hybrid - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 128)

Do not spill any liquids over the air
intake and also do not put any small
foreign objects in it. This may
damage the IMA battery and the
power control unit.
The air intake for the IMA battery
and electronics are located on top of
the trunk panel. Do not block this air
intake, it may cause the IMA battery
and the power control unit to
overheat, causing the IMA system to
shut down. It will start working again
after it cools.
Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the trunk, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the trunk
lid, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
, follow the instructions
on page . 46
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
Air Intake Carrying Cargo in the Trunk
carbon monoxide
poisoning
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AIR INTAKE
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