2011 Lexus LS 460 Owners Manual - Page 279

2-1. Driving procedures Brake Hold The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in "D", "N", or "S" (without paddle shift switches) or "M" (with paddle shift switches) 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", "S" or "M" to allow smooth start off. Type A Turns the brake hold system on. The brake hold standby indicator comes on. While the system is holding the brake, the brake hold operated indicator light comes on. 2 When driving Type B 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. If any of the conditions above are detected when the brake hold system is enabled, the system will turn off and the brake hold operated indicator light will go off. In addition, if any of the conditions are detected while the system is holding the brake, a warning buzzer will sound and a message will be shown on the multi-information display. The parking brake will then be set automatically. 183