Lexus RC300h, Manual

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9. REMOVE NO. 5 HV BATTERY SHIELD PANEL
(1) Remove the 3 nuts and No. 5 HV battery shield
panel from the HV battery.
10. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP
Caution:
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Wear insulated gloves.
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Do not inspect or service the high voltage system with the service plug grip installed.
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To prevent electric shock, make sure to remove the service plug grip to cut off the
high voltage circuit before servicing the vehicle.
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To prevent electric shock, make sure to wait at least 10 minutes after removing the
service plug grip to fully discharge the high voltage capacitor inside the inverter
with converter assembly.
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Keep the removed service plug grip in your pocket to prevent other technicians from
accidentally reconnecting it while you are servicing the vehicle.
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To prevent electric shock, make sure to remove the service plug grip to cut off the
high voltage circuit before servicing the vehicle.
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Place a "HIGH VOLTAGE WORK IN PROGRESS. DO NOT TOUCH." sign, in order to
prevent other technicians from accidentally reconnecting the power while work is in
progress.
Notice:
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After removing the service plug grip, turning the power switch on (READY) may cause a
malfunction. Do not turn the power switch on (READY) unless instructed by the repair manual.
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Do not touch the terminals of the service plug grip.
Hint:
Waiting for at least 10 minutes is required to discharge the high voltage capacitor inside the
inverter with converter assembly.