Lexus ES350 Manual page 204

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4-2. Driving procedures
Auto power off function
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If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION
ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P,
the "START STOP ENGINE" switch will automatically turn off. However, this func-
tion cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with
the "START STOP ENGINE" switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for
long periods of time when the engine is not running.
Electronic key battery depletion
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P. 136
Conditions affecting operation
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P. 132
Notes for the entry function
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P. 133
If the engine does not start
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The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 82)
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Contact your Lexus dealer.
Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the shift
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lever is displaced out of P. "Shift to P position to Start" will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
Steering lock
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After turning the "START STOP ENGINE" switch off and opening and closing the
doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating
the "START STOP ENGINE" switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
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