2007 Lexus LS 460 Owners Manual - Page 151

2-1. Driving procedures Brake Hold The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in D, S or N with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the vehicle. The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or S to allow smooth start off. Turns the brake hold system on. The brake hold operated indicator light comes on while the system is holding the brake. 2 When driving n Brake hold function l The parking brake automatically sets when about 3 minutes have passed after the system starts holding the brake (when the brake pedal is not depressed). l To turn the system off while the system is holding the brake, firmly depress the brake pedal and press the button again. l The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep incline. In this situation, it may be necessary for the driver to apply the brakes. The multi-information display will inform the driver of this situation. n Brake hold system operating conditions The brake hold system cannot be turned on in the following conditions. l The trunk or hood is not closed. l The driver's door is not closed. l The driver is not wearing the seat belt. The system will turn off when it detects any of the conditions above while it is holding the brake or the vehicle is moving. If the brake pedal is not depressed while the system is holding the brake, the parking brake will automatically set. n When there is a malfunction in the system Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. (→P. 570, 577) 125