2006 LEXUS LS430 jump start

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle has a discharged battery
The following procedures may be used to start the engine in the event the
vehicle if battery is discharged.

You can call your Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Lexus Customer Ser -
vice Assistance.
If you have a set of jumper (or boos ter) cables and a second vehicle with a
12-volt battery, you can jump start y our Lexus following the steps below.
Connecting the jumper cables.If required, remove all vent
plugs from the booster battery.
Lay a cloth o
ver the open vents
on the booster battery. (This
helps reduce the explosion haz -
ard, personal injuries and
bur
ns.)
Positive (+) battery terminal on
your vehicle.
Positive (+) battery terminal on
the second vehicle.
Negative (-) battery terminal on
the second vehicle.
Connect the jumper cable to
ground on your vehicle as
sho
wn in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. 
Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that le
vel for
approximately five minutes.
Maintain the engine speed on the second vehicle and start the
vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has st ar
ted, remove the exact reverse
jumper cables in the exact reverse or
der in which they were con-
nected.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical comp onents when the vehicle runs at a low
speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
ga

s that may be emitted from the battery.
• Make sure the jumper cable is connected to
the correct terminal and that it is
not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended terminal.
• Do not allow the booster cables to come into cont
act with the + and - terminals.
• Do not generate a flame near the battery b
y using a match, cigarette lighter, or
smoking.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive electrolyte, while related parts con -
tain lead and lead compounds. 
Observe the following precautions when handling the battery.
• Do not lean over the battery
• When working with the battery, always we ar safety glas
ses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the
vehicle body.
• In the event that battery fluid comes into co
ntact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. Place a wet
sp
onge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received.
• Always wash your hands after ha
ndling battery-related parts.
• Do not allow children near the battery.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic converter
ma
y overheat and become a fire hazard.
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not bec
ome tangled in the cooling fan or any
of the belts when connectin g or disconnecting them.

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Alphabetical index
Switch .........................................................110
Wattage .................................................. 372
Heaters Seat heaters............................................ 218
Side mirror ................................................ 43
High mounted stop light Replacing bulbs.................................... 314
Wattage .................................................. 372
Hood ......................................................... 260
I/M test ..................................................... 255
Ignition Keys ................................................................. 2
Switch .......................................................... 94
Ignition switch light ................................ 198
Illuminated entry system ..................... 198
In case of an emergency If the battery runs out....................... 356
If you cannot shift automatic 
transmission selector lever ....... 354
If you have a flat tire........................... 347
If you lose your keys ........................ 355
If your vehicle becomes 
stuck ....................................................... 361
If your vehicle needs to 
be towed ............................................ 320
If your vehicle overheats................ 359
If your vehicle will not start............ 353
If you think something is 
wrong................................................... 324
Indicator lights ......................................... 105
Initializing your lexus........................... 387
Inside rear view mirror........................... 42
Interior light .............................................. 199Jack
Positioning the jack ............................. 261
Replacing the wheel ......................... 287
Jack handle.............................................. 347
Jump starting .....
........................................ 353
Key reminder buzzer .............................. 15
Keys Flat key........................................................ 95
If you lose your keys ........................ 355
Ignition switch ......................................... 94
Key number ................................................. 2
Keys ................................................................. 2
Mechanical key ................................... 295
Replacing battery ............................... 295
Wireless remote control ..................... 12
Knee airbag.................................................. 61
Lexus park assist system Lexus park assist system ................... 118
Warning message ............................. 334
License plate lights Wattage .................................................. 372
Light bulbs Replacing ................................................ 314
Wattage .................................................. 372
Lights Fog lights switch .................................... 113
Headlights switch.................................. 110
Interior light switch ............................... 20
Personal light switch........................ 200
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 313
Turn signal lever .................................... 101
Vanity lights ......................................... 209
Wattage .................................................. 372
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