If The Parking Brake Cannot Be Released - Lexus LS460 2011 Owner's Manual

If the parking brake cannot be released

If the parking brake cannot be released even when operated, the park-
ing brake system may be malfunctioning. If this occurs, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
The procedure below can be used to release the parking brake manu-
ally. This procedure should only be used in an emergency.

Before releasing the parking brake manually
 Shift the shift lever to "P".
 Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF.
 Check that the parking brake indicator is off.
 Chock the tires.
Releasing the parking brake manually
With a spare tire
STEP 1
Take out the parking brake release tool and the screwdriver
from the trunk. (P. 699)
STEP 2
STEP 3
Take out the spare tire. (P. 700)
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Install the parking brake release
tool into the screwdriver han-
dle.
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