Lexus ES350 Manual page 212

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4-2. Driving procedures
When the steering lock cannot be released
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"Steering Lock active" will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press the
"POWER" switch while turning the steering
wheel left and right.
Steering lock motor overheating prevention
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To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended if
the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this
case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10 seconds, the steering
lock motor will resume functioning.
When "Check Access System with Elec. Key" is displayed on the multi-information
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display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
If the "READY" indicator does not come on
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If the "READY" indicator does not come on when you press the "POWER" switch
with the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, contact your Lexus dealer
immediately.
If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
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P. 770
If the electronic key battery is depleted
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P. 719
Operation of the "POWER" switch
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When operating the "POWER" switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the switch
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is pressed improperly, the hybrid system may not start or the "POWER" switch
mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the "POWER"
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switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the
"POWER" switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid sys-
tem.
If the smart access system with push-button start has been deactivated in a cus-
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tomized setting
P. 810
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