Lexus NX 300h 2020 Owner's Manual page 177

Conditions affecting operation
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■ Note for the entry function
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Steering lock function
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● After turning the power switch off and
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.
● When the steering lock cannot be
released, "Steering Wheel Lock Press
Power Switch while Turning Wheel" will
be displayed on the multi-information dis-
play.
Check that the shift lever is in P. Press the
power switch while turning the steering
wheel left and right.
● To prevent the steering lock motor from
overheating, operation of the motor may
be suspended if the hybrid system is
turned on and off repeatedly in a short
period of time. In this case, refrain from
operating the hybrid system. After about
10 seconds, the steering lock motor will
resume functioning.
If "Smart Access System Malfunction
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See Owner's Manual" is displayed on
the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
If the "READY" indicator does not come
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on
In the event that the "READY" indicator
does not come on even after performing
the proper procedures for starting the vehi-
cle, contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
4-2. Driving procedures
If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
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■ Electronic key battery
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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
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.
If the smart access system with push-
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button start has been deactivated by a
customized setting
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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.
Caution while driving
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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. The steering lock func-
tion will activate and this 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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