Parking Brake - Lexus 2003 LS Owner's Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
If you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open
the driver's door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key.*
NOTE: *The volume or interval of beep sound can be
changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
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"LOCK" – Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked.
The ignition key can be removed only at this position.
To turn the ignition switch from "ACC" to the "LOCK" position,
you must put the transmission selector lever in the "P" position.
Once you remove the key, the engine immobiliser system is
automatically set. See "Engine immobiliser system" on page
11.
When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the
"LOCK" position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all
the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while
turning the key gently.
If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the
vehicle is moving, turn the ignition switch only to "ACC".
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PARKING BRAKE

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1 To set: Fully depress the parking brake pedal.
2 To release: Pull the parking brake release lever.
Before leaving your vehicle, firmly apply the parking brake.
CAUTION
Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully
released and that the parking brake reminder light is off.