Starting and stopping the hybrid system
Starting the hybrid system
Starting the hybrid system
WARNING
Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any circumstances.
NOTICE
■ When starting the hybrid system
If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by any author-
ized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■ Operation of the power switch
If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the
switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
1 Check that the parking brake is set.
The parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. If it is not
displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
When the shift position is N, the hybrid system cannot start. Shift the shift position to P
when starting the hybrid system.
3 Press the power switch shortly and firmly.
When operating the power switch, one short, firm
press is enough. It is not necessary to press and
hold the switch.
If the "READY" indicator turns on, the hybrid
system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the
"READY" indicator is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started from any power switch mode.
4 Check that the "READY" indicator is illuminated.
The vehicle will not move when the "READY" indicator is off.
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