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If the 12-volt battery is discharged
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The hybrid system cannot be started using
the smart access system with push-button
start. Refer to P.445 to restart the hybrid
system.
Electronic key battery depletion
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P.108
Conditions affecting operation
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P.125
Notes for the entry function
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P.125
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Steering lock function
After turning the power switch off and
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opening and closing the doors, the steer-
ing wheel will be locked due to the steer-
ing lock function. Operating the power
switch again automatically cancels the
steering lock.
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When the steering lock cannot be
released, "Push Power Switch While
Turning Steering Wheel in Either Direc-
tion" will be displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.
Press the power switch shortly and firmly
while turning the steering wheel left and
right.
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.
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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-
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cle, contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
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If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P.69
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Electronic key battery
P.409
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.
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Customization
If the smart access system with push-button
start has been deactivated in a customized
setting, refer to P.443.
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.
WARNING
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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
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If the hybrid system becomes difficult to
start, have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
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