2010 Lexus IS 250 Owners Manual - Page 607

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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Parts removed during the manual closing procedure

Keep any parts removed during the procedure inside the vehicle and take all

removed parts and the vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

CAUTION

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When manually closing the retractable hardtop

Observe the following precautions:

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Stop the vehicle on a flat surface in a safe place.

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Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.

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Ensure that there are no occupants inside the vehicle.

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Do not perform this procedure while there are strong winds blowing.

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Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.

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Be careful not to catch any part of your body or clothing in the moving parts.

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Some parts of this procedure may result in an injury if performed with bare hands.

Protect your hands with gloves or a piece of cloth when performing the proce-

dure.

NOTICE

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After the retractable hardtop has been closed manually

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Drive as slowly as possible. The trunk lid may not be closed securely, causing it to

open due to wind pressure while driving.

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After the procedure is performed, take the vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon

as possible.