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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
■When replacing the 12-volt battery
Use a 12-volt battery designed for this vehicle. Failure to do so may cause gas
(hydrogen) to enter the passenger compartment, causing a fire or explosion.
For replacement of the 12-volt battery, contact your Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
■When recharging the 12-volt battery
Never recharge the 12-volt battery while the hybrid system is operating. Also, be
sure all accessories are turned off.
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Hybrid transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
12-volt battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C):12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
12.4 V Half charged
11.8
12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the hybrid sys-
tem and all the lights are turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Fluid capacity *4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transaxle fluid type
Using hybrid transaxle fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause dete-
rioration in shift quality, locking up of the transaxle accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the hybrid transaxle of your vehicle.
