2004 Lexus LS 430 User Guide 2 - Page 160

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT Trunk lid closer If the trunk lid is closed but does not latch shut, it automatically closes completely. Internal trunk release handle CAUTION D Pay careful attention not to get your fingers trapped as the trunk lid automatically closes when the trunk has not been fully closed. D Never allow a child to operate the trunk lid. 15L098a NOTICE Do not apply excessive force when the trunk lid closer is operating. Doing so may damage the trunk lid closer. Also, be careful not to leave the key inside the trunk. If a person is locked in the trunk, he/she can pull down the phosphorescent handle on the inside of trunk lid to open the trunk lid. The phosphorescent (glow-in-the-dark) handle will continue to glow for a time after the trunk lid is closed. Exposing the handle to stronger light will cause it to glow longer. 142