2011 Lexus HS250h brake

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Once
(Flashes)
•When the doors were unlocked
with the
mechanical key
and then the
“POWER”
switch was
pressed, the
electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle.
• The electronic key could not be
detected in the
vehicle even
after the
“POWER”
switch was
pressed two
consecutive
times.
Touch the elec-
tronic key to the
“POWER” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
Once
(Flashes)
An attempt was
made to start the
hybrid system
with the shift posi-
tion in N.Change the shift
position to P and
start the hybrid
system.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Once
(Flashes)
The driver's door
was opened and
closed with the
“POWER” switch
turned off and
then the
“POWER” switch
was put in
ACCESSORY
mode twice with-
out the hybrid sys-
tem being started.
Press the
“POWER” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
During a hybrid
system starting
procedure in the
event that the
electronic key was
not functioning
properly
(P. 5 4 0 ) , t h e
“POWER” switch
was touched with
the electronic key.
Press the
“POWER” switch
within 10 seconds
of the buzzer
sounding.
Interior
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Change the shift position to P.
● Stop the hybrid system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Tool tray
Towing eyelet
JackJack handle
Wr e n c h
Spare tire
Wheel nut wrench

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use
with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration an d braking, as well as sharp cornering.
■When storing the compact spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the compact spare tire
and the body of the vehicle.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
●ABS & Brake assist
●Enhanced VSC
●TRAC
●Cruise control system
●Dynamic radar cruise control system (if equipped)
●Lane keeping assist (if equipped)
●Adaptive Front-lighting System (if equipped)
●Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
●Pre-collision system (if equipped)
●Navigation system (if equipped)
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack,
leading to death or serious injury.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body under th e vehicle while it is supported by the
jack.
●Do not start or run the hybrid system while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greate r than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
■Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
●Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the
vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes
will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts
while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to
bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts
to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or
grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start functionWhen the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the “POWER” switch is
functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” swit ch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be star ted using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehi cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 543)
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Tr u n kTurn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
Changing “POWER” switch modes and starting the hybrid system
Depress the brake pedal. Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch.
If any of the doors is opened or
closed while the key is being
touched to the switch, an alarm will
sound to indicate that the start
function cannot detect the elec-
tronic key.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
To change “POWER” switch modes: Within 10 seconds of the
buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the
“POWER” switch. Modes can be changed each time the switch is
pressed. ( P. 1 4 8 )
To start the hybrid system: Press the “POWER” switch within 10
seconds of the buzzer sound ing, keeping the brake pedal
depressed.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact your
Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the hybrid system
In the same method as the normal hybrid system stopping procedure, completely
stop the vehicle and then press the “POWER” switch.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(  P. 4 5 9 )
■When the electronic key does not work properly
Make sure that the smart access system wi th push-button start has not been deacti-
vated in the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features P. 5 8 0 )