Lexus GS460 Owner's Manual page 136

2-1. Driving procedures
CAUTION
When starting the engine
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Always start the engine while sitting in the driver' s seat. Do not press the accelera-
tor pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Stopping the engine in an emergency
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If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, push and
hold the "ENGINE START STOP" switch for more than 3 seconds.
However, do not touch the "ENGINE START STOP" switch while driving except in
an emergency. If the engine stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could lead to
an unexpected accident.
NOTICE
To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
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Do not leave the "ENGINE START STOP" switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode for long periods if the engine is not running.
When starting the engine
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Do not race the engine.
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If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
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checked immediately.
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