Lexus rx450h 2015, Owner'S Manual

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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Be
fore
driving
CAUTION
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In the following situations, the power back door may detect an abnormality and
automatic operation may be stopped. In this case, the back door has to be oper-
ated manually. Take extra care when on an incline, as the back door may open or
close abruptly.
• When the back door contacts an obstacle
• When the 12-volt battery voltage suddenly drops, such as when the
“POWER” switch is turned to ON mode or the hybrid system is started dur-
ing automatic operation
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If a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the back door, the power
back door may not operate, causing itself to malfunction, or the back door may
suddenly shut again after being opened, causing someone’s hands, head or neck
to be caught and injured. When installing an accessory part to the back door,
using a genuine Lexus part is recommended.
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Jam protection function
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
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Be careful while the jam protection function is operating. Being hit by the back
door may result in an injury.
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Although the back door stops closing when the jam protection function detects
an object, take extra care as you may still be injured if part of your body is already
caught.
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If anything obstructs the power back door while it is closing, the jam protection
function will cause the back door to automatically operate in the opposite direc-
tion. However, be careful not to jam body parts in the doorframe, as an injury may
result.
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Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection func-
tion.
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The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before
the back door fully closes. Be careful not to catch fingers or anything else.