If The Parking Brake Cannot Be Released - Lexus LS460 Owners Book

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the parking brake cannot be released

In the event that the battery is discharged or switch operation does not

release the parking brake, the parking brake can be released manually

using the procedure below. This procedure should be performed only if

necessary, such as in an emergency.

If the switch cannot be operated even when the battery is normal, the park-

ing brake system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by

your Lexus dealer immediately.

Before releasing the parking brake manually

● Shift the shift lever to "P".

● Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF.

● Check that the parking brake indicator is off.

● Chock the tires.

Releasing the parking brake manually

Take out the spare tire. (P. 720)

Take out the parking brake release

tool and the screwdriver from the

trunk. (P. 720)

Install the parking brake release

tool into the screwdriver handle.

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