If The Hybrid System Will Not Start - Lexus ES 300h Owner's Manual

WARNING
After using the tools and jack
■
Before driving, make sure all the tools
and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking.
NOTICE
Be careful when driving over bumps
■
with the compact spare tire installed
on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spare tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be
careful when driving over uneven road
surfaces.
■ Driving with tire chains and the com-
pact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact
spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body
and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
When replacing the tires (vehicles
■
with the tire pressure warning sys-
tem)
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not
start
Reasons for the hybrid system not
starting vary depending on the situ-
ation. Check the following and per-
form the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start
even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed.
(P.203)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 The electronic key may not be func-
tioning properly. (P.474)
 There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle's tank.
Refuel the vehicle. (P.234)
 There may be a malfunction in the
immobilizer system. (P.119)
 There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
 The hybrid system may be malfunc-
tioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunc-
tion, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system.
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