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Lexus UX (2022 year). Manual in english - page 10

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WARNING

If driving for a long distance, on rough

roads, or at high speeds, stop the vehi-

cle now and then during the trip to

make sure the cargo remains in its

place.

Do not exceed 80 kg (176.3 lb.) cargo

weight on the roof luggage carrier.

NOTICE

When loading cargo (vehicles with

moon roof)

Be careful not to scratch the surface of

the moon roof.

Trailer towing (vehicles
without towing package)

Lexus does not recommend towing
a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus
also does not recommend the
installation of a tow hitch or the use
of a tow hitch carrier for a wheel-
chair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your
vehicle is not designed for trailer
towing or for the use of tow hitch
mounted carriers.

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Check the allowable towing capacity,
GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass), MPAC
(Maximum Permissible Axle Capac-
ity), and permissible drawbar load
before towing. (



P.464)

Lexus recommends the use of the
Lexus hitch/bracket for your vehicle.
Other products of a suitable nature
and comparable quality may also be
used.
For vehicles where the towing device
blocks any of the lights or license plate,
the following shall be observed:



Do not use towing devices that can-
not be easily removed or reposi-
tioned.



Towing devices must be removed
or repositioned when not in use.

Please consult any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer when installing
trailer lights, as incorrect installation
may cause damage to the vehicle’s
lights. Please take care to comply with
your state’s laws when installing trailer
lights.

Trailer towing (vehicles with
towing package)

Your vehicle is designed primarily
as a passenger carrying vehicle.
Towing a trailer will have an
adverse effect on handling, perfor-
mance, braking, durability, and fuel
consumption. Your safety and satis-
faction depend on the proper use of
correct equipment and cautious
driving habits. For your safety and
the safety of others, do not overload
the vehicle or trailer.

To tow a trailer safely, use extreme
care and drive the vehicle in accor-
dance with the trailer’s characteris-
tics and operating conditions.
Lexus warranties do not apply to
damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial pur-
poses.

Ask your local authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer
for further details before towing, as
there are additional legal require-
ments in some countries.

Weight limits

Towing hitch/bracket

Connecting trailer lights

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Total trailer weight and permissi-
ble drawbar load

Total trailer weight

Weight of the trailer itself plus the trailer
load should be within the maximum towing
capacity. Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous. (



P.464)

Permissible drawbar load

Allocate the trailer load so that the
drawbar load is greater than 25 kg
(55.1 lb.) or 4% of the towing capacity.
Do not let the drawbar load exceed the
indicated weight. (



P.464)

Information tag (manufacturer’s
label)



Type A

Gross vehicle mass

The combined weight of the driver, pas-
sengers, luggage, towing hitch, total curb
mass and drawbar load should not exceed
the gross vehicle mass by more than 100
kg (220.5 lb.). Exceeding this weight is
dangerous.

Maximum permissible rear axle
capacity

The weight borne by the rear axle should
not exceed the maximum permissible axle
capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this
weight is dangerous.
The values for towing capacity were
derived from testing conducted at sea
level. Take note that hybrid system output
and towing capacity will be reduced at
high altitudes.



Type B

Gross vehicle mass

Maximum permissible rear axle
capacity

The weight borne by the rear axle should
not exceed the maximum permissible axle
capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this
weight is dangerous.

Important points regarding
trailer loads

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The values for towing capacity were
derived from testing conducted at sea
level. Take note that hybrid system output
and towing capacity will be reduced at
high altitudes.

WARNING

When the gross vehicle mass or maxi-

mum permissible axle capacity is

exceeded

Failing to observe this precaution may

lead to an accident causing death or seri-

ous injury.

Add an additional 20.0 kPa (0.2
kgf/cm

or bar, 3 psi) to the recom-

mended tire inflation pressure value.

(



P.471)

Do not exceed the established speed

limit for towing a trailer in built-up

areas or 100 km/h (62 mph), which-

ever is lower.

Installation positions for the towing hitch/bracket and hitch ball

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519 mm (20.4 in.)

382 mm (15.0 in.)

644 mm (25.4 in.)

976 mm (38.4 in.)

71 mm (2.8 in.)

382 mm (15.0 in.)

Tire information

Increase the tire inflation pressure to
20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm

or bar, 3 psi)

greater than the recommended value

when towing. (



P.471)

Increase the air pressure of the trailer

tires in accordance with the total trailer

weight and according to the values rec-

ommended by the manufacturer of your

trailer.

Trailer lights

Please consult at any authorized Lexus

retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any

reliable repairer when installing trailer

lights, as incorrect installation may cause

damage to the vehicle’s lights. Please take

care to comply with your state’s laws when

installing trailer lights.

Break-in schedule

Lexus recommends that vehicles fitted with

new power train components should not be

used for towing trailers for the first 800 km

(500 miles).

Safety checks before towing

Check that the maximum load limit for

the towing hitch/bracket and hitch ball is

not exceeded. Bear in mind that the cou-

pling weight of the trailer will add to the

load exerted on the vehicle. Also make

sure that the total load exerted on the

vehicle is within the range of the weight

limits. (



P.180)

Ensure that the trailer load is secure.

Supplementary outside rear view mir-

rors should be added to the vehicle if the

traffic behind cannot be clearly seen with

standard mirrors. Adjust the extending

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arms of these mirrors on both sides of the

vehicle so that they always provide maxi-

mum visibility of the road behind.

Maintenance

Maintenance must be performed more

frequently when using the vehicle for

towing due to the greater weight burden

placed on the vehicle compared to nor-

mal driving.

Retighten all bolts securing the hitching

ball and bracket after towing for approxi-

mately 1000 km (600 miles).

Your vehicle will handle differently
when towing a trailer. In order to avoid
accident, death or serious injury, keep
the following in mind when towing:

Checking connections between
trailer and lights

Stop the vehicle and check the opera-
tion of the connection between the
trailer and lights after driving for a brief
period as well as before starting off.

Practicing driving with a coupled
trailer



Get the feel for turning, stopping
and reversing with the trailer cou-

pled by practicing in an area with no
or light traffic.



When reversing with a coupled
trailer, hold the section of the steer-
ing wheel nearest to you and rotate
clockwise to turn the trailer left or
counterclockwise to turn it right.
Always rotate a little at a time to
prevent steering error. Have some-
one guide you when reversing to
lessen the risk of an accident.

Increasing vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance

At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the dis-
tance to the vehicle running ahead of
you should be equivalent to or greater
than the combined length of your vehi-
cle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking
that may cause skidding. Otherwise,
the vehicle may spin out of control. This
is especially true when driving on wet
or slippery road surfaces.

Sudden acceleration/steering
input/cornering

Executing sharp turns when towing
may result in the trailer colliding with
your vehicle. Decelerate well in
advance when approaching turns and
take them slowly and carefully to avoid
sudden braking.

Important points regarding turning

The wheels of the trailer will travel
closer to the inside of the curve than
the wheels of the vehicle. To make
allowance for this, take the turns wider
than you would normally do.

NOTICE

When the rear bumper strengthen-

ing material is aluminum

Ensure the steel bracket part does not

come directly in contact with that area.

When steel and aluminum come into

contact, there is a reaction similar to cor-

rosion, which will weaken the section

concerned and may result in damage.

Apply a rust inhibitor to parts that will

come in contact when attaching a steel

bracket.

Guidance

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Important points regarding stabil-
ity

Vehicle movement resulting from
uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The
vehicle may also be rocked by passing
buses or large trucks. Frequently
check behind when moving alongside
such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle
movement occurs, immediately start to
decelerate smoothly by slowly apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehi-
cle straight ahead while braking.

Passing other vehicles

Consider the total combined length of
your vehicle and trailer and ensure that
the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is suffi-
cient before executing lane changes.

Hybrid transmission information

To maintain engine braking efficiency
and charging system performance
when using engine braking, do not use
the hybrid transmission in D. (



P.190)

If the engine overheats

Towing a loaded trailer up a long,
steep incline in temperatures exceed-
ing 30°C (85°F) may result in the
engine overheating. If the engine cool-
ant temperature gauge indicates that
the engine is overheating, turn the air
conditioning off immediately, leave the
road and stop the vehicle in a safe
place. (



P.458)

When parking the vehicle

Always place wheel chocks under the
wheels of both the vehicle and trailer.

Set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.

WARNING

Follow all the instructions described in

this section.

Failure to do so could cause an accident

resulting in death or serious injury.

Trailer towing precautions

When towing, make sure that none of the

weight limits are exceeded. (



P.179)

To avoid accident or injury

Vehicles with compact spare tire:

Do not tow a trailer when the compact

spare tire is installed on your vehicle.

Vehicles with emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit:

Do not tow a trailer when the tire

installed is repaired with the emer-

gency tire puncture repair kit.

Do not use the following systems when

trailer towing.

• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-

speed range (if equipped)

Vehicle speed in towing

Observe the legal maximum speeds for

trailer towing.

Before descending hills or long

declines

Reduce speed and downshift. However,

never downshift suddenly while

descending steep or long downhill

grades.

Operation of the brake pedal

Do not hold the brake pedal depressed

often or for long periods of time.

Doing so may result in the brake over-

heating or reduce braking effects.

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Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(



P.195)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

Check that the shift lever is in P.

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and a message will be displayed on the

multi-information display.

If it is not displayed, the hybrid system can-

not be started.

Press the power switch shortly and
firmly.

When operating the power switch, one

short, firm press is enough.

It is not necessary to press and hold the

switch.

If the “READY” indicator turns on, the

hybrid system will operate normally.

Continue depressing the brake pedal until

the “READY” indicator is illuminated.

The hybrid system can be started from any

power switch mode.

Check that the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.

The vehicle will not move when the

“READY” indicator is off.

Power switch illumination

According to the situation, the power

switch illumination operates as follows.

When a front door is opened, or the

power switch mode is changed from

ACC or ON to OFF, the power switch

illumination slowly blinks.

When depressing the brake pedal with

carrying the electronic key on your per-

son, the power switch illumination rapidly

blinks.

When the power switch is in ACC or

ON, the power switch illumination illumi-

nates.

If the hybrid system does not start

The immobilizer system may not have

been deactivated. (



P.86)

Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer.

If a message related to start-up is shown

on the multi-information display, read the

message and follow the instructions.

The smart entry & start system may not

be operating properly. (



P.452)

If the door is unlocked with the mechani-

cal key, the hybrid system cannot be

started using the smart entry & start sys-

tem. Refer to P.452to start the hybrid

Power (ignition) switch

Performing the following opera-
tions when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the hybrid
system or changes power switch
modes.

Starting the hybrid system

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system. However, if the electronic key is

carried inside the vehicle and the doors

are locked (



P.131), the hybrid system

can be started.

When the ambient temperature is low,

such as during winter driving conditions

When starting the hybrid system, the flash-

ing time of the “READY” indicator may be

long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the

“READY” indicator is steady on, as steady

means the vehicle is able to move.

Sounds and vibrations specific to a

hybrid vehicle



P.80

Electronic key battery depletion



P.124

Conditions affecting operation



P.147

Note for the entry function



P.147

Steering lock function

After turning the power switch off and

opening and closing the doors, the steer-

ing wheel will be locked due to the steer-

ing lock function. Operating the power

switch again automatically cancels the

steering lock.

When the steering lock cannot be

released, “Push POWER Switch while

Turning the Steering Wheel in Either

Direction” will be displayed on the multi-

information display.

Check that the shift lever is in P. Press the

power switch shortly and firmly while

turning the steering wheel left and right.

To prevent the steering lock motor from

overheating, operation of 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.

If the “READY” indicator does not

come on

In the event that the “READY” indicator

does not come on even after performing

the proper procedures for starting the vehi-

cle, contact any authorized Lexus retailer

or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer immediately.

If the hybrid system is malfunctioning



P.84

Electronic key battery



P.395

Operation of the power switch

If the switch is not pressed shortly and

firmly, the power switch mode may not

change or the hybrid system may not

start.

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.

Customization

If the smart entry & start system has been

deactivated in a customized setting, refer to

P.451.

WARNING

When starting the hybrid system

Always start the hybrid system while sit-

ting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress

the accelerator pedal while starting the

hybrid system under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury.

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Stop the vehicle completely.

Set the parking brake (



P.195),

and shift the shift lever to P
(



P.190).

Press the power switch.

Release the brake pedal and check
that “ACCESSORY” or “IGNI-
TION ON” is not shown on the
meter.

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

WARNING

Caution while driving

If hybrid system failure occurs while the

vehicle is moving, do not lock or open

the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe

and complete stop. The steering lock

function will activate and this may lead to

an accident, resulting in death or serious

injury.

NOTICE

When starting the hybrid system

If the hybrid system becomes difficult to

start, have your vehicle checked by any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus

authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer immediately.

Symptoms indicating a malfunction

with the power switch

If the power switch seems to be operat-

ing somewhat differently than usual, such

as the switch sticking slightly, there may

be a malfunction. Contact any autho-

rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-

ately.

Stopping the hybrid system

WARNING

Stopping the hybrid system in an

emergency

If you want to stop the hybrid system in

an emergency while driving the vehi-

cle, press and hold the power switch

for more than 2 seconds, or press it

briefly 3 times or more in succession.

(



P.404)

However, do not touch the power

switch while driving except in an emer-

gency. Turning the hybrid system off

while driving will not cause loss of

steering or braking control, however,

power assist to the steering will be lost.

This will make it more difficult to steer

smoothly, so you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to

do so.

If the power switch is operated while

the vehicle is running, a warning mes-

sage will be shown on the multi-infor-

mation display and a buzzer sounds.

When restarting the hybrid system

after an emergency shutdown, shift the

shift lever to N and press the power

switch shortly and firmly.

Changing power switch modes

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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
meter.

All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the
meter.

: If the shift lever is in a position other than

P when turning off the hybrid system, the
power switch will be turned to ACC, not
to OFF.

Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACC for more than

20 minutes or ON (the hybrid system is not

operating) for more than an hour with the

shift lever in P, the power switch will auto-

matically turn off. However, this function

cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery dis-

charge. Do not leave the vehicle with the

power switch in ACC or ON for long peri-

ods of time when the hybrid system is not

operating.

If the hybrid system is stopped with the
shift lever in a position other than P, the
power switch will not be turned off but
instead be turned to ACC. Perform
the following procedure to turn the
switch off:

Check that the parking brake is set.

Shift the shift lever to P.

Check that “Turn Power Off” is dis-
played on the multi-information dis-
play and then press the power
switch shortly and firmly once.

NOTICE

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the power switch in ACC

or ON for long periods of time without

the hybrid system on.

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION

ON” is displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display while the hybrid system is

not operating, the power switch is not

OFF. Exit the vehicle after turning the

power switch off.

Do not stop the hybrid system when

the shift lever is in a position other than

P. If the hybrid system is stopped in

another shift lever position, the power

switch will not be turned off but instead

be turned to ACC. If the vehicle is left

in ACC, 12-volt battery discharge may

occur.

When stopping the hybrid sys-
tem with the shift lever in a posi-
tion other than P

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Check that “Turn Power Off” on
the multi-information display is off.

Turns EV drive mode on/off

When EV drive mode is turned on, the EV
drive mode indicator will come on.
Pressing the switch when in EV drive mode
will return the vehicle to normal driving
(using the gasoline engine and electric
motor [traction motor]).

EV drive mode

In EV drive mode, electric power is
supplied by the hybrid battery
(traction battery), and only the
electric motor (traction motor) is
used to drive the vehicle.
This mode allows you to drive in res-
idential areas early in the morning
and late at night, or in indoor park-
ing lots, etc., without concern for
noises and gas emissions.
Vehicles with the Acoustic Vehicle
Alerting System: When the Acous-
tic Vehicle Alerting System is
active, the vehicle may produce
sound.

Operating instructions

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Situations in which EV drive mode can-

not be turned on

It may not be possible to turn EV drive

mode on in the following situations. If it can-

not be turned on, a buzzer will sound and a

message will be shown on the multi-infor-

mation display.

The temperature of the hybrid system is

high.

The vehicle has been left in the sun,

driven on a hill, driven at high speeds, etc.

The temperature of the hybrid system is

low.

The vehicle has been left in temperatures

lower than about 0°C (32°F) for a long

period of time, etc.

The gasoline engine is warming up.

The hybrid battery (traction battery) is

low.

The remaining battery level indicated in

the “Energy monitor” display is low.

(



P.119)

Vehicle speed is high.

The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly

or the vehicle is on a hill, etc.

The windshield defogger is in use.

Switching to EV drive mode when the

gasoline engine is cold

If the hybrid system is started while the gas-

oline engine is cold, the gasoline engine will

start automatically after a short period of

time in order to warm up. In this case, you

will become unable to switch to EV drive

mode.

After the hybrid system has started and the

“READY” indicator has illuminated, press

the EV drive mode switch before the gaso-

line engine starts to switch to EV drive

mode.

Automatic cancelation of EV drive

mode

When driving in EV drive mode, the gaso-

line engine may automatically restart in the

following situations. When EV drive mode

is canceled, a buzzer will sound, the EV

drive mode indicator will go off after flash-

ing, and a message is displayed on the

multi-information display.

The hybrid battery (traction battery)

becomes low.

The remaining battery level indicated in

the “Energy monitor” display is low.

(



P.119)

Vehicle speed is high.

The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly

or the vehicle is on a hill, etc.

Possible driving distance when driving

in EV drive mode

EV drive mode’s possible driving distance

ranges from a few hundred meters to

approximately 1 km (0.6 mile). However,

depending on vehicle conditions, there are

situations when EV drive mode cannot be

used. (The distance that is possible depends

on the hybrid battery [traction battery] level

and driving conditions.)

Fuel economy

The hybrid system is designed to achieve

the best possible fuel economy during nor-

mal driving (using the gasoline engine and

electric motor [traction motor]). Driving in

EV drive mode more than necessary may

lower fuel economy.

If “EV Mode Unavailable” is shown on

the multi-information display

The EV drive mode is not available. The

reason the EV drive mode is not available

(the vehicle is idling, battery charge is low,

vehicle speed is higher than the EV drive

mode operating speed range or accelera-

tor pedal is depressed too much) may be

displayed. Use the EV drive mode when it

becomes available.

If “EV Mode Deactivated” is shown on

the multi-information display

The EV drive mode has been automatically

canceled. The reason the EV drive mode is

not available (the battery charge is low,

vehicle speed is higher than the EV drive

mode operating speed range or accelera-

tor pedal is depressed too much) may be

displayed. Drive the vehicle for a while

before attempting to turn on the EV drive

mode again.

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: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce

noise, shift the shift lever to D for normal
driving.

: By selecting shift ranges using S mode,

you can control accelerating force and
engine braking force.

Reverse warning buzzer

When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to

inform the driver that the shift lever is in R.

When driving with cruise control (if

equipped) or dynamic radar cruise con-

trol with full-speed range (if equipped)

activated

Even when performing the following

actions with the intent of enabling engine

braking, engine braking will not activate

because cruise control (if equipped) or

dynamic radar cruise control with full-

speed range (if equipped) will not be can-

WARNING

Caution while driving

Vehicles without the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System: When driving in EV

drive mode, pay special attention to the

area around the vehicle. Because there is

no engine noise, pedestrians, people rid-

ing bicycles or other people and vehicles

in the area may not be aware of the vehi-

cle starting off or approaching them, so

take extra care while driving.
Vehicles with the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System: When driving in EV

drive mode, pay special attention to the

area around the vehicle. Because there is

no engine noise, pedestrians, people rid-

ing bicycles or other people and vehicles

in the area may not be aware of the vehi-

cle starting off or approaching them.

Take extra care while driving even if the

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System is

active.

Hybrid transmission

Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.

Shift position purpose and func-
tions

Shift posi-

tion

Objective or function

Parking the vehicle/starting

the hybrid system

Reversing

Neutral

(Condition in which the

power is not transmitted)

Normal driving

S mode driving

(



P.193)

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celed.

While driving in D position or S mode,

downshifting to 5 or 4. (



P.193)

When switching the driving mode to

Sport mode while driving in D position.

(



P.301)

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start

Control)



P.171

While the power switch is in

ON and the brake pedal depressed

shift the shift lever while pushing the
shift release button on the shift knob.

Shift the shift lever while push-

ing the shift release button on the shift
knob.

Shift the shift lever normally.

When shifting the shift lever between P
and D, make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped and the brake pedal is
depressed.

: For the vehicle be able to be shifted from

P, the brake pedal must be depressed
before the shift release button is pushed.
If the shift release button is pushed first,
the shift lock will not be released.

WARNING

When driving on slippery road sur-

faces

Be careful of downshifting and sudden

acceleration, as this could result in the

vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.

NOTICE

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

charge

If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery

(traction battery) will not be charged,

even when the engine is running. There-

fore, if the vehicle is left with the shift

lever in N for a long period of time, the

hybrid battery (traction battery) will dis-

charge, and this may result in the vehicle

not being able to start.

Shifting the shift lever

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Shift lock system

The shift lock system is a system to prevent

accidental operation of the shift lever in

starting.

The shift lever can be shifted from P only

when the power switch is in ON, the brake

pedal is depressed and the shift release but-

ton is pushed.

If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

First, check whether the brake pedal is

being depressed.

If the shift lever cannot be shifted even

though the brake pedal is depressed and

the shift release button is pushed, there may

be a problem with the shift lock system.

Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-

rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-

ately.

The following steps may be used as an

emergency measure to ensure that the shift

lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:

Press the parking brake switch to check

that the parking brake is set. (



P.195)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

Turn the power switch off.

Depress the brake pedal.

Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-

driver or equivalent tool.

To prevent damage to the cover, cover the

tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

Press the shift lock override button.

The shift lever can be shifted while the but-

ton is pressed.

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P.301

To drive using temporary shift range
selection, operate the “-” or “+” paddle
shift switch when driving with the shift
lever in D.
When the “-” paddle shift switch is
operated, the shift range switches to a
range that enables engine braking
force that is suitable to driving condi-
tions. When the “+” paddle shift switch
is operated, the shift range switches to
a range that is one range higher than
the current range.

WARNING

To prevent an accident when releas-

ing the shift lock

Before pressing the shift lock override

button, make sure to set the parking

brake and depress the brake pedal.

If the accelerator pedal is accidentally

depressed instead of the brake pedal

when the shift lock override button is

pressed and the shift lever is shifted out

of P, the vehicle may suddenly start, pos-

sibly leading to an accident resulting in

death or serious injury.

Selecting the driving mode

Selecting shift ranges in the D
position (vehicles with paddle
shift switches)

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