Lexus RX450H Manual page 45

1-1. Hybrid system
CAUTION
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If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with all front wheels (for 2WD
models) or four wheels (for AWD models) raised. If the wheels 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. (
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Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible.
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Nickel-metal hydride battery
Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of
improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe
burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury.
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Emergency shut off system
Carefully check to see if there are exposed high voltage parts or cables.
Never touch the parts or cables. (
NOTICE
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Hybrid battery air vents
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Do not put foreign objects in front of the air vents. The hybrid battery
(traction battery) may overheat or lose power and be damaged.

Clean the air vents regularly to prevent the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) from overheating.

Do not wet or allow foreign substances to enter the air vents as this may
cause a short circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery).

Do not carry large amount of water such as an aquarium into the vehicle.
If water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery may be
damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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