Lexus LS500 Manual page 145

To prevent the steering lock motor from
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overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on
and off repeatedly in a short period of
time. In this case, refrain from operating
the power switch. After about 10 sec-
onds, the steering lock motor will resume
functioning.
■ If there is a malfunction in the smart
access system with push-button start
If "Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion" is displayed on the multi-information
display, the system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■ If the "READY" indicator does not come
on
In the event that the "READY" indicator
does not come on even after performing
the proper procedures for starting the vehi-
cle, contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
■ If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P.60
■ Electronic key battery
P.318
Operation of the power switch
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● If the switch is not pressed shortly and
firmly, the power switch mode may not
change or the hybrid system may not
start.
If attempting to restart the hybrid system
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immediately after turning the power
switch off, the hybrid system may not start
in some cases. After turning the power
switch off, please wait a few seconds
before restarting the hybrid system.
■ Customization
If the smart access system with push-button
start has been deactivated in a customized
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4-2. Driving procedures
setting, refer to P.355.
WARNING
When starting the hybrid system
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Always start the hybrid system while sit-
ting in the driver's seat. Do not depress
the accelerator pedal while starting the
hybrid system under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident result-
ing in death or serious injury.
Caution while driving
■
If hybrid system failure occurs while the
vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the
doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and
complete stop. Activation of the steering
lock in this circumstance may lead to an
accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
When starting the hybrid system
■
If the hybrid system becomes difficult to
start, have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
Symptoms indicating a malfunction
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with the power switch
If the power 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.
Stopping the hybrid system
1 Stop the vehicle completely.
2 If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(P.162)
3
Shift the shift position to P.
(P.158)
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P. (P.157)
4
Press the power switch.
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