Dismantling The Vehicle - Lexus RX450h Dismantling Manual

Dismantling the vehicle

The following 5 pages contain general instructions for use when working on an
Read these instructions before proceeding to the HV battery removal instructions on page 21.
WARNING:
・ The high voltage system may remain powered for up to 10
minutes after the vehicle is shut off or disabled. To prevent
serious injury or death from severe burns or electric shock,
avoid touching, cutting, or opening any orange high voltage
power cable or any high voltage component.
1. Shut off the ignition (READY indicator is off).
Then disconnect the cable from the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal.
(1) Remove the deck board assembly.
(2) for Compact Spare Tire:
a) Remove the spare wheel cover.
(3) w/ Spare Tire:
a) Remove the 3 clips.
b) Disengage the 3 guides to remove the rear
deck floor box.
(4) w/o Spare Tire:
a) Remove the 7 clips and rear floor carpet.
b) Remove the 4 clips.
c) Disengage the 2 guides to remove the rear
deck floor box.
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