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6-1. Maintenance and care
LS500h_OM_(U)_1810
To prevent the hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vents from becom-
ing clogged, clean them periodically.
Clean the vents of the both sides.
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Cleaning the air intake vents
Remove any dust and clogs from the
air intake vents with a vacuum cleaner,
etc.
The filters are attached to the back side of
the air intake vent grilles.
If “Maintenance Required for Traction
Battery Cooling Parts See Owner’s
Manual” is displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display, the filters may be
clogged. Remove the air intake vent
grilles and clean the filters.
NOTICE
■ Preventing damage to leather sur-
faces
Observe the following precautions to
avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather
surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, espe-
cially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plas-
tic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather
surface if the vehicle interior heats up
significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system
may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components such
as the audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicle. Water may also
cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the wind-
shield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the
lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
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P.199, 206)
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear win-
dow
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the
rear window, as this may cause dam-
age to the rear window defogger
heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth
dampened with lukewarm water to
gently wipe the window clean. Wipe
the window in strokes running parallel
to the heater wires or antenna.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage
the heater wires or antenna.
Cleaning the hybrid battery
(traction battery) air intake vents