2010 Lexus GS 450h Owners Manual - Page 144

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2-1. Driving procedures

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June 30, 2011 9:20 am

CAUTION

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When the vehicle is parked

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Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the vehi-

cle when it is in the sun.

Failure to do so may result in the following:

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Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire.

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The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic

material of eye glasses to deform or crack.

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Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of

the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s electrical com-

ponents.

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Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to “P”, stop the hybrid system

and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the hybrid system is operating.

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Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the hybrid system is operating or immedi-

ately after turning the hybrid system off.

Doing so may cause burns.

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Do not leave the hybrid system operating in an area with snow build-up, or where

it is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the hybrid system is

operating, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to

death or a serious health hazard.

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Exhaust gases

Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and odor-

less. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health hazard.

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If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the hybrid system. In a closed

area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may

lead to death or a serious health hazard.

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The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack caused by

corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehi-

cle inspected and repaired by your Lexus dealer. Failure to do so may allow

exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in death or a serious health hazard.