2012 Lexus CT 200h Owners Manual - Page 35

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1-1. Hybrid system

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CT200h_U (OM76040U)

CAUTION

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Road accident cautions

If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of death or serious injury:

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Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents.

While depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking brake and shift the shift posi-

tion to P to stop the hybrid system. Then slowly release the brake pedal.

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Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.

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If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric shock may

occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.

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If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte

from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or

eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric

acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.

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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 even a small

amount of water may be dangerous.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the wheels

connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing,

the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause an electricity

leakage leading to a fire. (

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P. 589)

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Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has leaked

onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as

soon as possible.

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Hybrid battery (traction battery)

Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of improp-

erly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe burns and elec-

trical shock that may result in death or serious injury.