When Starting The Engine; Stopping The Engine In An Emergency - Lexus IS250 2009 Service Manual

2-1. Driving procedures
CAUTION

When starting the engine

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Always start the engine while sitting in the driver' s seat. Do not press the accelera-
tor while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

Stopping the engine in an emergency

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If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, push and
hold the "ENGINE START STOP" switch for more than 3 seconds.
However, do not touch the "ENGINE START STOP" switch while driving except in
an emergency. If the engine stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could lead to
an unexpected accident.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
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Do not leave the "ENGINE START STOP" switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode for long periods without the engine running.
When starting the engine
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Do not race a cold engine.
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If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
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checked immediately.
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