2012 Lexus CT 200h Owners Manual - Page 647

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

CT200h_U (OM76040U)

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When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged

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The hybrid system may not start. (

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P. 531)

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If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not be pos-

sible to shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the vehicle cannot

be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front wheels will be

locked. (

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P. 589)

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When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system and confirm

that the shift position can be changed to each position using the shift position

indicator.

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Charging the 12-volt battery

The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the

vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain

electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may dis-

charge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery

recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)

CAUTION

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Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable

gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:

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Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is

not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.

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Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to

come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as

brackets or unpainted metal.

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Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with

each other.

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Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the 12-

volt battery.