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2-1. Starting and stopping the engine
Starting the engine
Starting the engine
WARNING
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver' s seat. Do not depress the accelerator
pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
NOTICE
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When starting the engine
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Do not race a cold engine.
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If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked
by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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Operation of the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as
the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately.
1
Check that the parking brake is set.
The parking brake indicator will come on.
2
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. If it is not
displayed, the engine cannot be started.
3
Press the engine switch shortly and firmly.
When operating the engine switch, one short, firm
press is enough. It is not necessary to press and
hold the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30
seconds, whichever is less.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the
engine is completely started.
The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.
INFORMATION
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Engine switch illumination
According to the situation, the engine switch illumination operates as follows.
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