2001 Lexus RX 300 Owners Manual - Page 317

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS BATTERY RECHARGING PRECAUTIONS During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable. 2. Make sure the power switch on the recharger is off when connecting the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them. CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BLADE TYPE FUSES 64R053 CAUTION D Always charge the battery in an unconfined area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation. D Only do a slow charge (5 A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode causing personal injuries. "Engine compartment 64R010b NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off. "Engine compartment 1 Pull-out tool 2 Spare fuses 294 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)