2013 Lexus GS 450h Owners Manual - Page 169

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4-2. Driving procedures

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When the steering lock cannot be released

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Steering lock motor overheating prevention

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

the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this

case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10 seconds, the steering

lock motor will resume functioning.

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When °Check Access System with Elec. Key± will be displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display

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

immediately.

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If the °READY± indicator does not come on

If the °READY± indicator does not come on when you press the power switch with

the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, contact your Lexus dealer imme-

diately.

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If the hybrid system is malfunctioning

→

P. 722

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If the electronic key battery is depleted

→

P. 668

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Operation of the power switch

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When operating the power switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the switch is

pressed improperly, the hybrid system may not start or the power switch mode may

not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.

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If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the power

switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the power

switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid system.

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If the smart access system with push-button start has been deactivated in a cus-

tomized setting

→

P. 767

°Steering Lock active± will be displayed on

the multi-information display.

Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press the

power switch while turning the steering wheel

left and right.