NOTICE
When recharging the 12-volt battery, make sure that the hybrid system is operating and
all accessories are off.
After recharging or reconnecting the 12-volt battery
The hybrid system may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the
system.
1 Change the shift position to P.
2 Open and close any of the doors.
3 Restart the hybrid system.
INFORMATION
● Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be possible im-
mediately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this happens, use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
● Start the hybrid system with the power switch in ACC. The hybrid system may not
start with the power switch turned off. However, the hybrid system will operate
normally from the second attempt.
● The power switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt battery is
disconnected and reconnected, the vehicle will return the power switch to the
mode it was in before the 12-volt battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn
the power switch off before disconnecting the 12-volt battery. Take extra care
when connecting the 12-volt battery if the power switch mode prior to the 12-volt
battery being disconnected is unknown.
If the hybrid system does not start even after multiple attempts at all the methods
above, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
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