2007 Lexus LS 460 Owners Manual - Page 623
2007 Lexus LS 460 Manual
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle battery is discharged The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle's battery is discharged. You can call your Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Lexus Customer Service Assistance. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Lexus following the steps below. STEP 1 Remove the engine compartment covers and battery cover. (→P. 496) STEP 2 Connect the jumper cables. If required, remove all vent plugs from the booster battery. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the booster battery. (This helps reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.) Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in the illustration. STEP 3 Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle. STEP 4 Open and close any of the doors with the engine switch OFF. 5 When trouble arises 597