If The Parking Brake Cannot Be Released - Lexus GS350 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.
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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
Take out the parking brake release
1
tool and the screwdriver from the
trunk. (→P. 473, 485)
Fit the parking brake release tool into
the screwdriver handle.
Vehicles with spare tire: Take out the spare tire. (→P. 476)
2
Vehicles without spare tire: Remove the center auxiliary box. (→P. 487)
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