Cargo And Luggage - Lexus ES 300h Owner's Manual

NOTICE
Engine damage caused by water
●
immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded
road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure
to have your Lexus dealer check the fol-
lowing:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil
and fluid used for the hybrid system,
transmission, differentials, etc.
Lubricant condition for the bearings
●
and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bear-
ings, etc.
When parking the vehicle
■
Always set the parking brake, and shift
the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may
cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle
may accelerate suddenly if the accelera-
tor pedal is accidentally depressed.
4-1. Before driving

Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:
WARNING
Things that must not be carried in the
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trunk
The following things may cause a fire if
loaded in the trunk:
● Receptacles containing gasoline
Aerosol cans
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Storage precautions
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Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals
from being depressed properly, may
block the driver's vision, or may result in
items hitting the driver or passengers,
possibly causing an accident.
● Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk
whenever possible.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on
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the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats
(when stacking items)
• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
• In front of Center Display
● Secure all items in the occupant com-
partment.
Load and distribution
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● Do not overload your vehicle.
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