Lexus NX250 (2022 year). Manual in english

INFORMATION

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The camera

The camera for the Digital Rear-view Mirror is locat-
ed as shown.

NOTICE

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To prevent the camera from malfunctioning

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Observe the following precautions, otherwise the Digital Rear-view Mirror may not
operate properly.

•

Do not strike or hit the camera or subject it to a strong impact, as the camera
installation position and angle may be changed.

•

Do not remove, disassemble or modify the camera.

•

Do not allow an organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coating to
adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.

•

When applying colored film (including transparent film) to the rear window glass,
do not apply it to the area in front of the camera. If film is applied to the area in front
of the camera, the image from the camera may not display properly.

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Do not subject the camera to a strong impact as this could cause a malfunction. If this
happens, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

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Do not block the vent holes of the mirror. Other-
wise, the mirror may be hot, leading to a malfunc-
tion or a fire.

If you notice any symptoms about the Digital Rear-view Mirror

If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the following table for the likely
cause and the solution.
If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.

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Symptom

Likely cause

Solution

The image is dif-
ficult to see.

The mirror surface is dirty.

Wipe the mirror surface gently, us-
ing a soft dry cloth.

Sunlight or headlights are shin-
ing directly into the Digital Rear-
view Mirror.

Change to optical mirror mode.
(If the light is coming through the
moon roof or panoramic moon roof,
close the sunshade or electronic
sunshade.)

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The vehicle is in a dark area.

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The vehicle is near a TV tow-
er, broadcasting station, elec-
tric power plant, or other
location where strong radio
waves or electrical noise may
be present.

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The temperature around the
camera is extremely high/low.

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The ambient temperature is
extremely low.

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It is raining or humid.

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Sunlight or headlights are
shining directly into the cam-
era lens.

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The vehicle is under fluores-
cent lights, sodium lights,
mercury lights, etc.

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Exhaust gas is obstructing the
camera.

Change to optical mirror mode.
(Change back to digital mirror
mode when the conditions have im-
proved.)

Foreign matters such as water
droplets or dust is on the camera
lens.

Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer

The luggage in the luggage
compartment is reflected off the
rear window glass and obstruct-
ing the camera.

Change to optical mirror mode.
Move the luggage to a position
where it does not obstruct the cam-
era or cover it with a black cloth to
reduce the amount it is reflected off
the rear window glass.

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e driving

Symptom

Likely cause

Solution

The image is dif-
ficult to see.

The rear window glass is fogged
up.

After defogging the rear window us-
ing the rear window defogger, use
the digital mirror mode again.

The outside of the rear window
glass is dirty.

Use the rear window wiper to re-
move dirt.

The inside of the rear window
glass is dirty.

Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer

The image is out
of alignment.

The back door is not fully closed. Fully close the back door.

The camera or its surrounding
area has received a strong im-
pact.

Change to optical mirror mode and
have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.

The display is
dim and [

]

is displayed.

The system may be malfunction-
ing.

Change to optical mirror mode and
have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.

[

] goes off.

[

] is dis-

played.

The Digital Rear-view Mirror is
extremely hot. (The display will
gradually become more dim. If
the temperature continues to
increase, the Digital Rear-view
Mirror will turn off.)

Reducing the cabin temperature is
recommended to reduce the tem-
perature of the mirror. ([

] will

disappear when the mirror becomes
cool.)

If [

] does not disappear even

though the mirror is cool, have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.

The lever can-
not be operated
properly.

The lever may be malfunction-
ing.

Change to optical mirror mode and
have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
To change to optical mirror mode,
press and hold the menu button for
approximately 10 seconds.

Adjusting the angle of the outside rear view mirrors

WARNING

Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.

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To select a mirror to adjust, press the switch.

Select the left mirror

Select the right mirror

To adjust the mirror, press the switch.

Adjust the mirror surface up

Adjust the mirror surface right

Adjust the mirror surface down

Adjust the mirror surface left

INFORMATION

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Mirror angle can be adjusted when

The engine switch is in ACC or ON.

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Automatic adjustment of the mirror angle (vehicles with driving position memo-
ry)

A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by
the driving position memory.

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Linked mirror function when reversing (vehicles with driving position memory)

When the mirror select switch is in the “L” or “R” position, the outside rear view
mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle is reversing in order to
give a better view of the ground.
To disable this function, move the mirror select switch to the neutral position (be-
tween “L” and “R”)
With the shift position in R, adjust the mirror angle at a desired position to set the
mirror angle used when the vehicle is reversing.
The adjusted angle will be memorized and the mirror will automatically tilt to the
memorized angle whenever the shift position is shifted to R from next time.
The memorized downward tilt position of the mirror is linked to the normal position
(angle adjusted with the shift position in other than R). Therefore, if the normal
position is changed after adjustment, the tilt position will also change.
When the normal position is changed, readjust the angle in reversing.

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Using the reverse-linked function when it is cold

When reverse-linked function used in cold weather, the door mirror could be frozen
and may not automatically point the mirror surface downward. In this event, remove
any ice and snow from the mirror surface.

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Customizable features(P. 703)

Folding/extending the outside rear view mirrors

▶

Using the switch

Press the switch to fold the mirrors.

Press it again to extend them to the original position.

▶

Setting automatic mode

Automatic mode allows the folding or extending of the mirrors to be linked to
locking/unlocking of the doors.
Press the switch to set automatic mode.

The indicator

will come on.

Pressing the switch once more will return to manual mode.

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INFORMATION

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Using automatic mode when it is cold

When automatic mode is used in cold weather, the door mirror could freeze up and
automatic stowing and return may not be possible. In this event, after removing any ice
and snow from the door mirror, operate the mirror using manual mode or move it by
hand.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

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Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

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Do not touch an outside rear view mirror when it is moving. Failure to do so may lead
to your finger being pinched or the mirror being damaged.

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As the mirror surface will be hot, do not touch an outside rear view mirror when the
mirror heater is operating.

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Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted
before driving.

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e driving

Starting and stopping the engine

Starting the engine

WARNING

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator
pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.

NOTICE

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When starting the engine

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Do not race a cold engine.

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If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked
by your Lexus dealer immediately.

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Operation of the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as
the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately.

Check that the parking brake is set.

The parking brake indicator will come on.

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. If it is not

displayed, the engine cannot be started.

Press the engine switch shortly and firmly.

When operating the engine switch, one short, firm
press is enough. It is not necessary to press and
hold the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30
seconds, whichever is less.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the
engine is completely started.
The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.

INFORMATION

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Engine switch illumination

According to the situation, the engine switch illumination operates as follows.

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When a door is opened, or the engine switch mode is changed from ACC or ON
to off, the engine switch illumination slowly blinks.

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When depressing the brake pedal with carrying the electronic key on your person,
the engine switch illumination rapidly blinks.

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When the engine switch is in ACC or ON, the engine switch illumination illumi-
nates.

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If the engine does not start

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The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. Contact your
Lexus dealer.

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If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display, read the
message and follow the instructions.

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Steering lock function

After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering
wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the engine switch
again automatically cancels the steering lock.

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Operation of the engine switch

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If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the engine switch mode may not
change or the engine may not start.

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If attempting to restart the engine immediately after turning the engine switch off,
the engine may not start in some cases. After turning the engine switch off, please
wait a few seconds before restarting the engine.

Changing the engine switch mode

Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake pedal released.
(The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

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OFF
The emergency flashers can be used.

ACC

Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used. "ACCESSORY"
will be displayed on the multi-information
display.

ON
All electrical components can be used.
"IGNITION ON" will be displayed on the
multi-information display.

INFORMATION

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Auto power off function

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If the vehicle is left in ACC or ON (the engine is not operating) for more than 20
minutes with the shift position in P, the engine switch will automatically turn to OFF.

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If the battery is low with the shift position is in P and the engine switch is in ACC or
ON (the engine is not operating). The engine switch is automatically turn to OFF.

However, this function cannot entirely prevent the battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time when the engine is
not operating.

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When the shift control system malfunctions

If the shift control system is malfunctioning, when attempting to turn the engine switch off,
it may not be able to be turned off. In this situation, it may be possible to turn the engine
switch off by applying the parking brake and then operating the engine switch.
If there is a malfunction in the system, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.

NOTICE

Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time
when the engine is not operating.
If "ACCESSORY"or "IGNITION ON" is displayed on the meters while the engine is not
running, the engine switch is not off. Exit the vehicle after turning the engine switch off.

*1 :

This can be enabled/disabled through a customize setting.

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Stopping the engine

WARNING

If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and
hold the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in
succession.
However, do not touch the engine switch while driving, except in an emergency. Turning
the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, however
the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and
brake. Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

Stop the vehicle completely.

Press the P position switch.

Check that the shift position indicator shows P and the parking brake indicator is
illuminated.

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished (the shift position
indicator will be extinguished a few seconds after the meter display).

Release the brake pedal and check that the display on the instrument cluster is
off.

INFORMATION

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Automatic engine shut off feature

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The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the engine when
the shift position is in P with the engine running for an extended period.

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The engine will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it has been left
running while the shift position is in P.

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The timer for the automatic engine shut off feature will reset if the brake pedal is
depressed or if the shift position is in a position other than P.

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After the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock switch from
the inside or the mechanical key from the outside, the automatic engine shut off
feature will be disabled. The timer for the automatic engine shut off feature will be
re-enabled if the driver’s door is opened.

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Stop & Start system

Stop & Start sysmem effort and caution

The Stop & Start system stops and starts the engine according to brake pedal
or shift lever operation when the vehicle is stopped, such as at a stoplight, intersec-
tion, etc., in order to improve fuel economy and reduce noise pollution caused by
the engine idling.

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Points for use

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If the engine switch is pressed when the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start
system, the engine will not be able to be restarted by the automatic engine
start function. In this case, restart the engine using the normal engine starting
procedure.

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When the engine is being restarted by the Stop & Start system, the power
outlets may be temporarily unusable, but this does not indicate a malfunction.

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Installation and removal of electrical components and wireless devices may
affect the Stop & Start system.
Contact your Lexus dealer.

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When stopping the vehicle for a longer period of time, turn the engine switch off
to stop the engine completely.

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When the engine is restarted by the Stop & Start system, the steering wheel may
temporarily feel heavy.

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Hill-start assist control

When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system when the vehicle is on an
incline, when the brake pedal is released, brake force is temporarily maintained to
prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards before the engine is restarted and drive
force is generated. When drive force is generated, the maintained brake force is
automatically canceled.

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This function operates on flat surfaces as well as steep inclines.

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Sound may be generated from the brake system, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.

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Sound may be generated from the brake system, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.

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WARNING

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When the Stop & Start system is operating

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Make sure to disable the Stop & Start system while the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated
area. If not disabled, the engine may be automatically restarted unexpectedly, causing
exhaust gases to collect and enter the vehicle, possibly resulting in death or a serious
health hazard.

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Do not leave the vehicle while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system (while
the Stop & Start indicator is on). An accident may occur due to the automatic engine
start function.

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Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking brake when necessary while the
engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).

NOTICE

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To ensure the system operates correctly

If any of the following situations occur, the Stop & Start system may not operate correctly
Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.

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While the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light flashes.

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Even though the driver’s seat belt is not fastened, the driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light does not illuminate.

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Even though the driver’s door is closed, the open door warning light is illuminated or
the interior light is illuminated when the interior light switch is in the door position.

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Even though the driver’s door is open, the open door warning light does not illuminate
or the interior light does not illuminate when the interior light switch is in the door
position.

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Stop & Start system operation

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Stopping the engine

While driving with the D shift position selected,
depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle. The
engine will stop automatically. When the engine
stops, the Stop & Start indicator will illuminate.

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Restarting the engine

Release the brake pedal. The engine will start automatically. When the engine
starts, the Stop & Start indicator will turn off.

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When the brake hold system is operating

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When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, if the brake pedal is
released the engine will remain stopped.

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If the accelerator pedal is depressed while the engine is stopped by the Stop &
Start system, the engine will restart.

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While the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, if the engine is restarted,
the brake hold system will continue to apply the brakes, unless the operation
conditions of the brake hold system are no longer met.

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When the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating

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When the vehicle is stopped by the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range, the engine will stop automatically even though the brake pedal is not
depressed.

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When the preceding vehicle starts off, the engine will restart automatically.

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If the engine is restarted automatically by the Stop & Start system during a
controlled stop by the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range, the
controlled stop will continue.

INFORMATION

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Operating conditions

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The Stop & Start system is operational when all of the following conditions are met:

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The vehicle has been driven a certain amount of time.

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The brake pedal is being depressed firmly. (Except when the vehicle is stopped by
the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range when in vehicle-to-vehicle
distance control mode)

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The D shift position is selected.

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The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

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The driver’s door is closed.

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The windshield defogger is off.

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The accelerator pedal is not being depressed.

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The engine is adequately warmed up.

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The outside temperature is 23°F (-5°C) or higher.

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The hood is closed.

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In the following situations the engine may not be stopped by the Stop & Start system.
This is not a malfunction of the Stop & Start system.

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When the air conditioning system is being used.

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When the battery is undergoing a periodic recharge.

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When the battery is not sufficiently charged, such as if the vehicle has been parked
for a long time and the battery charge has decreased, the electric load is large, the
battery fluid temperature is excessively low or the battery has deteriorated.

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When the brake booster vacuum is low.

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When the elapsed time since the engine was restarted is short.

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When the vehicle is stopped frequently, such as when in a traffic jam.

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When the engine coolant temperature or transmission fluid temperature is ex-
tremely low or high.

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When the vehicle is stopped on a steep incline.

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When the steering wheel is being operated.

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When the vehicle is being driven in a high altitude area.

•

When the battery fluid temperature is extremely low or high.

•

For a while after the battery terminals have been disconnected and reconnected.

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When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the engine will be restarted
automatically if any of the following conditions are met: (To enable the engine to be
stopped by the Stop & Start system again, drive the vehicle.)

•

The air conditioning system is turned on.

•

The windshield defogger is turned on.

•

The shift lever is shifted from D or P.

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