HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW
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If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with the front
wheels raised (front wheel drive models) or all four
wheels raised (all wheel drive models). If the wheels
with the traction motor are on the ground when
towing, the motor may continue to generate
electricity. This may cause the electricity leakage.
Depending on the severity of the damage, electricity
leakage may cause fire. See “If your vehicle needs to
be towed” on page 499.
Emergency shut off system
The emergency shut off system blocks off the high voltage
current and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of the
electric leakage and the fuel leakage when a certain level
of impact is detected by the impact sensor. If the system
activates, your vehicle will not restart. To restart the
hybrid system, contact a Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
Check to see if there are exposed high voltage parts
and cables. Never touch the parts and cables. See
“High voltage components” on page 8 for the
locations of the high voltage parts and cables.
Inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that
liquid has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system
may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as soon
as possible.
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