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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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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
electronic key.
Press the “POWER” switch within 10 seconds of the buzzer
sounding, keeping the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
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Stopping the hybrid system
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the “POWER”
switch as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 527)
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. (P. 142)
Changing “POWER” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press
the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
Changing the shift position to any positions other than P or N may cause the
vehicle to accelerate abruptly, causing an accident and resulting in death or
serious injury.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Set the parking brake and shift the shift position to P.
Stop the hybrid system.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck
tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires
to help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following proce-
dure:
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly
depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase
the effort required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift position to N.
If the shift position is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by
the road.
Stop the hybrid system.
If the shift position cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce
vehicle speed as much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system,
press and hold the “POWER”
switch for 2 consecutive sec-
onds or more, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in
succession.
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When trouble arises
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CAUTION
If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake
pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as
much as possible before turning off the hybrid system.

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6-1. Specifications
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Brakes
*1:Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 196 N
(20.0 kgf, 44.1 lbf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2:Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6
kgf, 67.5 lbf).
Steering
Pedal
clear-
ance
*1
Left-hand
drive vehicles
With an aluminum pedal
79 mm (3.11 in.) Min.
Without an aluminum pedal
77 mm (3.03 in.) Min.
Right-hand
drive vehicles
With an aluminum pedal
82 mm (3.23 in.) Min.
Without an aluminum pedal
80 mm (3.15 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0  6.0 mm (0.04  0.24 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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6-2. Customization
Customizable features
Customizing vehicle features
It is possible to customize certain vehicle features using the
“DISP” switch.
When customizing vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a safe place with the shift position in P and the parking
brake set.
Press the “DISP” switch to dis-
play the “SETTINGS” screen
while the vehicle is stopped,
and then press and hold the
“DISP” switch to display the
customize mode screen.
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to suit your preferences. Programming these preferences
requires specialized equipment and may be performed by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
It is also possible to customize certain vehicle features yourself using
the “DISP” switch and the navigation system screen.
For instructions on customizing vehicle features using the navigation
system screen, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other func-
tions being customized. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIA-
TIONSMEANING
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
ASLAutomatic Sound Levelizer
CRSChild Restraint System
DABDigital Audio Broadcast
DISPDisplay
ECOEconomy/Ecology
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EFIElectronic Fuel Injection
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EONEnhanced Other Network
EPSElectric Power Steering
EVElectric Vehicle
LEDLight Emitting Diode
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Crash Safety system
PWRPower
RDSRadio Data System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System