Emergency Start Function; Shift Interlock Override Procedure - Lexus ES300h Towing And Road Service Manual

Emergency Start Function:

When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the
hybrid system if the "POWER" switch is functioning normally:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the "POWER" switch to ACCESSORY mode.
3. Press and hold the "POWER" switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the brake
pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning.
SHIFTER LOCK OVERRIDE:
If there is a problem with the shifter or if the ignition key is not available, the transmission can be shifted out of
the Park position as follows:
Set the parking brake
Depress the brake pedal
Using a flat screwdriver type tool, gently pry up on the edge of the cover plug above the shifter "PARK"
(P) indicator (Figure 21)
Depress the button below the cover and move the shifter out of the "PARK" (P) position (Figure 22)
Figure 21 Figure 22
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