If The Parking Brake Cannot Be Released - Lexus LS460 Owner's Manual

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
parking 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 switch off.
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Check that the parking brake indicator is off.
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Chock the tires.
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Releasing the parking brake manually
Vehicles with a spare tire

Take out the parking brake release tool and the screwdriver from the
1
trunk. (→P. 523)
Replace the screwdriver head
2
with the parking brake release
tool.
Take out the spare tire. (→P. 526)
3
LS460/LS460L_U (OM50G04U)
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