If The Hybrid System Will Not Start - Lexus RX 450h Owner's Manual

NOTICE
Proper storage of the spare tire (Type
■
C)
If the hoist assembly is slanted when
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stowing a tire, the hoist assembly may
become stuck in the wheel opening
and the tire may not be raised properly,
causing damage to the wheel or the
wire cable.
Do not attempt to turn the spare tire
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clamp bolt without a tire on the hoist
assembly, as doing so may cause the
wire cable to slip off of the shaft inside
the unit and the wire cable may not be
able to be raised or lowered. If the
spare tire clamp bolt has been turned
without a tire on the hoist assembly
and the wire cable cannot be raised or
lowered, contact your Lexus dealer.
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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.246)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 The electronic key may not be func-
tioning properly. (P.549)
 There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle's tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
 There may be a malfunction in the
immobilizer system. (P.120)
 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.
(P.546)
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