Lexus RC 300 2019, Owner'S Manual

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320 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
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Checking battery fluid (vehicle
with a Stop & Start system)
Check that the level is between the
“UPPER LEVEL” and “LOWER
LEVEL” lines.
“UPPER LEVEL” line
“LOWER LEVEL” line
If the fluid level is at or below the “LOWER
LEVEL” line, add distilled water.
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Adding distilled water (vehicle with
a Stop & Start system)
1 Remove the vent plug.
2 Add distilled water.
Low
O.K.
If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen,
check the fluid level by looking directly at
the cell.
3 Put the vent plug back on and close
it securely.
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Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following
before recharging:
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If recharging with the battery installed on
the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
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Make sure the power switch on the
charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the bat-
tery.
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After recharging/reconnecting the bat-
tery
The engine may not start. Follow the proce-
dure below to initialize the system.
1 Shift the shift lever to P.
2 Open and close either door.
3 Restart the engine.
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Unlocking the doors using the smart
entry & start system may not be possible
immediately after reconnecting the bat-
tery. If this happens, use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to
lock/unlock the doors.
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