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2-1. Driving procedures

GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)

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Steering lock motor overheating prevention

To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended

if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case,

refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor

will resume functioning.

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When the °ENGINE START STOP± switch indicator flashes in amber

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus

dealer immediately.

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If the electronic key battery is depleted

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CAUTION

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When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the acceler-

ator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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Caution while driving

If the vehicle begins to slide due to engine failure or other circumstances, do not

lock or open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activa-

tion of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in

death or serious injury.

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Stopping the engine in an emergency

If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and

hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for more than 3 seconds. However, do

not touch the “ENGINE START STOP” switch while driving except in an emer-

gency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking

control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more diffi-

cult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is

safe to do so.