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4-2. Driving procedures
LS600hL_U(OM50D26U)
■ Parking brake indicator light
● Depending on the power switch mode, the parking brake indicator light will come
on and stay on as described below:
ON mode: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in ON mode: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.
● When the power switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking brake
indicator light will stay on for about 15 seconds. This does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
■ Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph (5
km/h) or more with the parking brake engaged.
■ When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning message will turn on or flash. (P. 807, 815)
Depending on the condition, the parking brake indicator light may flash.
■ Usage in winter time
P. 353
NOTICE
■ When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P and
make sure that the vehicle does not move.
■ When the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.
■ When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction
Use the parking brake release tool to manually release the parking brake.
(P. 831)
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components over-
heating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.