Automatic Mode - Lexus LS460 Owners Book

2-1. Driving procedures
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Automatic mode

Parking brake operation
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When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is not in IGNITION ON mode, the
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parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake switch.
When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is not in IGNITION ON mode,
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automatic mode (automatic brake setting and releasing) is not available.
If the parking brake is operated repeatedly over a short period of time, the sys-
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tem may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain from
operating the parking brake. Normal operation will return after about 1 minute.
Parking brake indicator light
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When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned OFF with the parking brake
set, the parking brake indicator light will stay on for about 15 seconds. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
Parking brake operation sound
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When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
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On/off
The parking brake is set auto-
matically according to shift lever
operation.
Operate the shift lever with the
brake pedal depressed.
● When the shift lever is moved
out of "P"
The parking brake will be
released.
● When the shift lever is moved
into "P"
The parking brake will be set.