2013 Lexus RX 350 Owners Manual - Page 17

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1-1. Hybrid system

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Running out of fuel

When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel

the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light

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P. 858) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not

be able to start. (The minimum amount of fuel to add to make the low fuel level

warning light go out is about 2.7 gal. [10.1 L, 2.2 Imp. gal.] when the vehicle is on a

level surface. This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope.)

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Hybrid battery (traction battery)

The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of the

hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving style and

driving conditions.

CAUTION

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High voltage and high temperature precautions

The vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC

and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe burns and electric

shock that may result in death or serious injury.

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Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts, cables and

their connectors.

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The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high voltage.

Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and always obey

the caution labels attached to the vehicle.

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Never try to open the service plug access

hole located under the rear seat. The ser-

vice plug is used only when the vehicle is

serviced and is subject to high voltage.