Lexus RX 450h Owner's Manual page 261

Parking the vehicle
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P.234
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
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A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven
with the parking brake engaged. "Release
Parking Brake" is displayed on the
multi-information display.
Warning messages and buzzers
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Warning messages and buzzers are used to
indicate a system malfunction or to inform
the driver of the need for caution. If a warn-
ing message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, read the message and follow
the instructions.
If the brake system warning light comes
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on
P.518
Usage in winter time
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P.387
WARNING
When parking the vehicle
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Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone.
The parking brake may be released unin-
tentionally and there is the danger of the
vehicle moving that may lead to an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
Parking brake switch
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Do not set any objects near the parking
brake switch. Objects may interfere with
the switch and may lead the parking
brake to unexpectedly operate.
NOTICE
When parking the vehicle
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Before you leave the vehicle, shift the
shift lever to P, set the parking brake and
make sure that the vehicle does not
move.
When the system malfunctions
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Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
check the warning messages.
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4-2. Driving procedures
When the parking brake cannot be
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released due to a malfunction
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking
performance and increase brake wear.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.
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