Road Accident Cautions - Lexus RX400h2006 Owner's Manual

For vehicle repairs or maintenance, be sure to consult
your Lexus dealer.
If your vehicle is beyond repair, contact your Lexus dealer
for assistance. Do not attempt to dispose of your vehicle
by yourself.
CAUTION
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.
NOTICE
D Do not put foreign objects over the air vent. The
traction battery may be overheated and damaged.
D Clean the air vent regularly to prevent the traction
battery from overheating.
D Do not wet the air vent. It may cause the short circuit
and damages the traction battery.
D Do not load a large amount of water such as an
aquarium into the vehicle. If water spills over the
traction battery, the battery may be damaged.
HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW

ROAD ACCIDENT CAUTIONS

CAUTION
D Pull your vehicle off the road, put the transmission in
the "P" position, apply the parking brake, turn the
hybrid system off and remove the key.
D In order to avoid personal injuries, do not touch high
voltage wiring, connectors and high voltage parts
(inverter unit, traction battery and etc.).
D If exposed electric wires are protruding inside or
outside of your vehicle, an electric shock may occur.
Never touch the electric wires.
D If fluid leaks or gets into some parts of the vehicle,
never touch it because it may be strong alkaline
electrolyte from the traction battery. If it contacts
your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large
amount of water or if possible, boric acid solution.
Get immediate medical attention in order to help
avoid serious injury.
D If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle
as soon as possible. Never use a fire extinguisher
that is not meant for electric fires. Using a small
amount of water may be also dangerous.
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