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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
Exhaust hole plug
Exhaust hole
Exhaust hose
For details, consult any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer.
Q When removing the 12-volt battery
terminals
Always remove the negative (-) terminal
first. If the positive (+) terminal contacts
any metal in the surrounding area when
the positive (+) terminal is removed, a
spark may occur, leading to a fire in addi-
tion to electrical shocks and death or
serious injury.
Q Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or
explosions
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidentally igniting the flamma-
ble gas that may be emitted from the 12-
volt battery:
O Make sure each jumper cable is con-
nected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with
any other than the intended terminal.
A
B
C
O Do not allow the other end of the
jumper cable connected to the “+” ter-
minal to come into contact with any
other parts or metal surfaces in the
area, such as brackets or unpainted
metal.
O Do not allow the + and - clamps of the
jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
O Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette
lighters or allow open flame near the
12-volt battery.
Q 12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous
and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Observe the following precau-
tions when handling the 12-volt battery:
O When working with the 12-volt battery,
always wear safety glasses and take
care not to allow any battery fluids
(acid) to come into contact with skin,
clothing or the vehicle body.
O Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
O In the event that battery fluid comes
into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area
with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the
affected area until medical attention
can be received.
O Always wash your hands after han-
dling the 12-volt battery support, ter-
minals, and other battery-related
parts.
O Do not allow children near the 12-volt
battery.
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