2018 Lexus ES300h Owner's Manual (OM33D45U)

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When trouble arises
■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged 
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-sta

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WARNING
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable ga

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When trouble arises
If your vehicle overheats
■If the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone
Stop the vehic

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Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency
if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditionin

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When trouble arises
■If “Hybrid System Overheated” is shown on the multi-information display Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop

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WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in serious injury

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When trouble arises
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the hybrid system. Set the parkin
g brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove th

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NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal m