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Start the engine with the engine switch in
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ACCESSORY mode. The engine may
not start with the engine switch turned off.
However, the engine will operate nor-
mally from the second attempt.
The engine switch mode is recorded by
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the vehicle. If the battery is disconnected
and reconnected, the vehicle will return
the engine switch mode to the status it
was in before the battery was discon-
nected. Make sure to turn off the engine
before disconnecting the battery. Take
extra care when connecting the battery if
the engine switch mode prior to the bat-
tery being disconnected is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multi-
ple attempts, contact your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
Chemicals in the battery
■
Batteries contain poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death or
serious injury, take the following precau-
tions while working on or near the bat-
tery:
Do not cause sparks by touching the
●
battery terminals with tools.
Do not smoke or light a match near the
●
battery.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
●
clothes.
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
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Wear protective safety glasses when
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working near the battery.
Keep children away from the battery.
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Where to safely charge the battery
■
Always charge the battery in an open
area. Do not charge the battery 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 battery
■
Only perform a slow charge (5 A or
less). The battery may explode if charged
at a quicker rate.
Emergency measures regarding
■
electrolyte
If electrolyte gets in your eyes
●
Flush your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get immediate med-
ical 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 atten-
tion 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 neces-
sary.
If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
●
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention imme-
diately.
NOTICE
When recharging the battery
■
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all acces-
sories are turned off.
When adding distilled water
■
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during
battery recharging may cause corrosion.
Adding the washer fluid
If any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the washer
tank may be empty. Add washer fluid.
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