Lexus LC500 2017 Owner's Manual page 299

battery is reconnected, the vehicle will
return the engine switch <power switch>
mode to the status it was in before the 12-
volt battery was disconnected. Make sure
to turn off the engine switch <power
switch> before disconnect the 12-volt bat-
tery. Take extra care when connecting the
12-volt battery if the engine switch
<power switch> mode prior to discharge
is unknown.
● Restart the engine <hybrid system>,
depress the brake pedal, and confirm that
it is possible to shift into each shift posi-
tion.
If the engine <hybrid system> will not start
even after multiple attempts at all methods
above, contact your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■ Chemicals in the 12-volt battery
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid and may pro-
duce hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following pre-
cautions while working on or near the 12-
volt battery:
Do not cause sparks by touching the
●
12-volt battery terminals with tools.
● Do not smoke or light a match near the
12-volt battery.
● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.
● Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
Wear protective safety glasses when
●
working near the 12-volt battery.
Keep children away from the 12-volt
●
battery.
■ Where to safely charge the 12-volt
battery
Always charge the 12-volt battery in an
open area. Do not charge the 12-volt bat-
tery in a garage or closed room where
there is insufficient ventilation.
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■ How to recharge the 12-volt battery
Recharge at a current of 5 A or less and
make sure that the recharging period
does not exceed a total of 12 hours.
■ Emergency measures regarding
electrolyte
If electrolyte gets in your eyes
●
Flush your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get immediate
medical attention. If possible, continue
to apply water with a sponge or cloth
while traveling to the nearest medical
facility.
If electrolyte gets on your skin
●
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If
you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
● If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your
skin. Immediately take off the clothing
and follow the procedure above if nec-
essary.
● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
NOTICE
When recharging the 12-volt battery
■
Never recharge the 12-volt battery while
the engine is running <hybrid system is
operating>. Also, be sure all accessories
are turned off.
Removing the 12-volt battery
cover
Pull the strap upwards to lift up the lug-
gage mat.
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