642
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(approximately below -31°F [-
35°C]). (P.205)
*
: It may not be possible to shift the shift
position from P.
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. (P.646)
The 12-volt battery terminal con-
nections may be loose or corroded.
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. (P.646)
One or both of the 12-volt battery
terminals may be disconnected.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the prob-
lem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start,
the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the hybrid sys-
tem if the power switch is functioning
normally.
Do not use this starting procedure
except in cases of emergency.
1 Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(P.215)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Shift the shift position to P.
3 Turn the power switch to ACC.
*1, 2
4 Press and hold the power switch for
about 15 seconds while depressing
the brake pedal.
Even if the hybrid system can be
started using the above steps, the sys-
tem may be malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
*1
: ACC mode can be enabled/disabled
on the customize menu. (P.683)
*2
: When ACC is disabled, turn the power
switch to ON then OFF, and perform
the following step within 5 seconds.
The interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume
The interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound
Starting the hybrid system in an
emergency