4-2. Driving procedures
O To prevent the steering lock motor from
overheating, operation of the motor may
be suspended if the engine is turned on
and off repeatedly in a short period of
time. In this case, refrain from running the
engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume function-
ing.
Q If there is a malfunction in the smart
entry & start system
If “Smart Entry & Start System malfunction
See owner’s manual” is displayed on the
multi-information display, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
Q Electronic key battery
oP.563
Q Operation of the engine switch
O If the switch is not pressed shortly and
firmly, the engine switch mode may not
change or the engine may not start.
O If attempting to restart the engine imme-
diately after turning the engine switch to
OFF, the engine may not start in some
cases. After turning the engine switch to
OFF, please wait a few seconds before
restarting the engine.
Q Customization
If the smart entry & start system has been
deactivated in a customized setting, refer to
P.610.
Stop the vehicle completely.
If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(oP.237)
Check the parking brake indicator is illu-
minated.
Shift the shift lever to P. (oP.234)
Q When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in
the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the
engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident result-
ing in death or serious injury.
Q Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle
is moving, do not lock or open the doors
until the vehicle reaches a safe and com-
plete stop. Activation of the steering lock
in this circumstance may lead to an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
Q When starting the engine
O Do not race a cold engine.
O If the engine becomes difficult to start
or stalls frequently, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer imme-
diately.
Q Symptoms indicating a malfunction
with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operat-
ing somewhat differently than usual, such
as the switch sticking slightly, there may
be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus
dealer immediately.
Stopping the engine