On Sun, 18 Dec 2005 00:31:12 +0000, Steve Firth
wrote:

One of the local garages is a Toyota dealership. A bloke who works there
told me they recently had a Prius in for warranty repairs (failed
battery pack). They aren't allowed to touch the pack and had to call ina
specialist from Toyota. He arrived and before removing the battery
dressed from head to toe in a rubber suit, then put on a face shield and
a face mask.

Could turn out an expensive d-i-y job then? ;-(

He also required the mechanics in the shop to keep at least 20ft from
the car during the removal of the battery.

I don't suppose that was difficult ;-)

Apparently the batteries have
been known to explode covering anyone in the area with caustic gel.

Not 'special Toshiba' batteries though? ;-)

Makes me glad I drive a nice safe petrol car.

Does diesel give of similar fumes as petrol (benzine isn't it) at the
pump though (joking aside and out of interest)?

All the best ..

T i m