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2-1. Driving procedures

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.

Doing 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 (vehicles with an auto-

matic transmission only), stop the engine and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.

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Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately after

turning the engine off.

Doing so may cause burns.

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Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it is

snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running,

exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a seri-

ous 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 engine. 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.