Lexus CT200h Owner's Manual page 37

CAUTION
Road accident cautions
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If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents.
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While depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking brake and shift the shift posi-
tion to P to stop the hybrid system. Then slowly release the brake pedal.
Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.
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If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric shock may
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occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte
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from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or
eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric
acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never
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use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even a small
amount of water may be dangerous.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the wheels
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connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing,
the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause an electricity
leakage leading to a fire. (P. 589)
Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has leaked
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onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as
soon as possible.
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
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Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of improp-
erly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe burns and elec-
trical shock that may result in death or serious injury.
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