Lexus NX 300h 2020 Owner's Manual page 417

WARNING
Do not allow the other end of the
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jumper cable connected to the "+" ter-
minal to come into contact with any
other parts or metal surfaces in the
area, such as brackets or unpainted
metal.
Do not allow the + and - clamps of the
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jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette
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lighters or allow open flame near the
12-volt battery.
12-volt Battery precautions
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The 12-volt battery contains poisonous
and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Observe the following precau-
tions when handling the 12-volt battery:
When working with the 12-volt battery,
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always wear safety glasses and take
care not to allow any battery fluids
(acid) to come into contact with skin,
clothing or the vehicle body.
Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
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In the event that battery fluid comes
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into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area
with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the
affected area until medical attention
can be received.
Always wash your hands after handling
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the 12-volt battery support, terminals,
and other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the 12-volt
battery.
■ After recharging the 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, con-
tinued use may cause the 12-volt battery
to emit a malodorous gas, which may be
detrimental to the health of passengers.
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When exchanging the 12-volt battery
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After exchanging, securely attach the
exhaust hose and exhaust hole plug to
the exhaust hole of the exchanged 12-
volt battery. If not properly installed,
gases (hydrogen) may leak into the vehi-
cle interior, and there is the possible dan-
ger of the gas igniting and exploding.
NOTICE
■ When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables,
ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fans or belt.
To prevent damaging the vehicle
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The exclusive jump starting terminal is to
be used when charging the 12-volt bat-
tery from another vehicle in an emer-
gency. It cannot be used to jump start
another vehicle.
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