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4-2. Driving procedures
can be started.
Q Sounds and vibrations specific to a
hybrid vehicle
P.79
Q If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started using
the smart entry & start system. Refer to
P.444 to restart the hybrid system.
Q Electronic key battery depletion
P.124
Q Conditions affecting operation
P.141
Q Notes for the entry function
P.142
Q Steering lock function
O 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.
O When the steering lock cannot be
released, “Push POWER Switch while
Turning the Steering Wheel in Either
Direction” will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the power switch shortly and firmly while
turning the steering wheel left and right.
O To prevent the steering lock motor from
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 hybrid system. After about 10 sec-
onds, the steering lock motor will resume
functioning.
Q If there is a malfunction in the smart
entry & start system
If “Entry & Start System Malfunction See
Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-
information display, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
immediately.
Q 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-
cle, contact any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer immediately.
Q If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P.84
Q Electronic key battery
P.389
Q Operation of the power switch
O If the switch is not pressed shortly and
firmly, the power switch mode may not
change or the hybrid system may not
start.
O 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.
Q Customization
If the smart entry & start system has been
deactivated in a customized setting, refer to
P.443.
Q When starting the hybrid system
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.
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