Steering Lock Function; When Starting The Engine - Lexus LC 500 Owner's Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
Conditions affecting operation
P.129
Notes for the entry function
P.130

Steering lock function

After turning the engine switch off and
opening and closing the doors, the steer-
ing wheel will be locked due to the steer-
ing lock function. Operating the engine
switch again automatically cancels the
steering lock.
When the steering lock cannot be
released, "Push engine switch while turn-
ing the steering wheel in either direction"
will be displayed on the multi-information
display.
Press the engine switch shortly and firmly
while turning the steering wheel left and
right.
To prevent the steering lock motor from
overheating, operation of the motor may
be suspended if the engine is turned on
and off repeatedly in a short period of
time. In this case, refrain from operating
the engine switch. After about 10 sec-
onds, the steering lock motor will resume
functioning.
If there is a malfunction in the smart
entry & start system
If "Entry & Start System Malfunction" is dis-
played on the multi-information display, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Electronic key battery
P.364
Operation of the engine switch
If the switch is not pressed shortly and
firmly, the engine switch mode may not
change or the engine may not start.
If attempting to restart the engine imme-
diately after turning the engine switch off,
the engine may not start in some cases.
After turning the engine switch off, please
wait a few seconds before restarting the
engine.
Customization
If the smart entry & start system has been
deactivated in a customized setting, refer to
P.404.
WARNING

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in
the driver's seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the
engine under any circumstances.Doing
so may cause an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle
is moving, do not lock or open the doors
until the vehicle reaches a safe and com-
plete stop. Activation of the steering lock
in this circumstance may lead to an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
When starting the engine
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to start
or stalls frequently, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
Symptoms indicating a malfunction
with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operat-
ing somewhat differently than usual, such
as the switch sticking slightly, there may
be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus
dealer immediately.

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