Exhaust Gas Precautions - Lexus NX 300h 2020 Owner's Manual

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1-1. For safe use

Exhaust gas precautions

Harmful substance to the human
body is contained in exhaust gases
if inhaled.
WARNING
Exhaust gases contain harmful carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Observe the following precau-
tions.
Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases
to enter the vehicle and may lead to an
accident caused by light-headedness, or
may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.
Important points while driving
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● Keep the back door closed.
● If you smell exhaust gases in the vehi-
cle even when the back door is closed,
open the windows and have the vehi-
cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
When parking
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● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated
area or a closed area, such as a
garage, stop the hybrid system.
● Do not leave the vehicle with the
hybrid system on for a long time. If
such a situation cannot be avoided,
park the vehicle in an open space and
ensure that exhaust fumes do not enter
the vehicle interior.
Do not leave the hybrid system operat-
●
ing in an area with snow build-up, or
where it is snowing. If snowbanks build
up around the vehicle while the hybrid
system is operating, exhaust gases
may collect and enter the vehicle.
Exhaust pipe
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The exhaust system needs to be checked
periodically. If there is a hole or crack
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint
or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to
have the vehicle inspected and repaired
by your Lexus dealer.