Cause Remedy
There is a possibility that the
temperature of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) is extremely
low (approximately below -30℃
[-22°F]).
Try to start the hybrid system again after the
temperature of the hybrid battery increases
due to the outside temperature increase etc.
Starting the hybrid system in an emergency
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.
Parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Check that the shift position is in P.
3 Change the power switch to ACC.
4 Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the system may be
malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
Starting the hybrid system when the electronic key is not operating
normally
1 Ensure that the shift position is in P and depress the brake pedal.
2 Touch the Lexus emblem side of the electronic key to the power switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a buzzer will sound and the power switch mode
will change to ON.
If the smart entry & start system has been disabled by a customization setting, the
power switch mode will change to ACC.
9-3. If the hybrid system will not start
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