Automatic Transmission - Lexus ES300 Owner's Manual

If the weather is below freezing, let the engine warm up for a
few minutes before driving. Do not leave the vehicle while the
engine is warming up.
If the engine stalls ...
Simply restart it, using the correct procedure given in normal
starting.
If the engine will not start ...
See "If your vehicle will not start" on page 264.
NOTICE
D Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This
may overheat the starter and wiring systems.
D Do not race a cold engine.
D If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls
frequently, have the engine checked immediately.
STARTING AND DRIVING

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to
minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This
means you can only shift out of "P" position when the
brake pedal is depressed with the ignition switch in "ON"
position. (K)
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