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■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■When the 12-volt battery is discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. (→P. 4 4 8 )
●If the 12-volt battery is depleted with the shift position in P, it will not be possible
to shift out of P. In this case, the vehicle cannot be towed without lifting both
front wheels because the front wheels are locked by the parking lock.
(→ P. 4 9 5 )
●When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system, depress the
brake pedal, and confirm that it is possible to shift into each shift position.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain
electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may dis-
charge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery
recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
does not come on, contact your Lexus dealer.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover and reinstall
the fuse box cover.
Once the hybrid system starts, ha ve the vehicle inspected at your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

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NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than nec-
essary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehi-
cle may require towing to be freed.

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Alphabetical index
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Cooling systemEngine overheating .......................... 552
Cruise control Cruise control ....................................... 212
Dynamic radar crui se control ....... 216
Cup holders ............................................. 381
Curtain shield airbags.......................... 109
Customizable features ...................... 584
Daytime running light system ........... 194
Defogger* Rear window.........................................274
Side mirrors ...........................................274
Dimensions............................................. 560
Dinghy towing ........................................ 262
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control.................................................... 216
Multi-information display................. 177
Trip information ................................... 180
Warning message............................... 512
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............. 431
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights......................... 374
Wattage................................................. 568
Doors
Door glasses ........................................... 90
Door lock.................................. 47, 58, 61
Rear door child protector ................ 62
Side doors .................................................. 61
Side mirrors ............................................. 87
Driver’s seat belt reminder light .... 505
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 72
Driving
Break-in tips ........................................... 143
Correct posture ................................... 107 Procedures............................................. 142
Winter driving tips ............................ 258
Driving position memory.......................72
Electric power steering...................... 238
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 544
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................ 544
If the engine will not start ................. 541
If the hybrid system will not start ......................................................... 541
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .........................................547
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 502
If the warning light turns on.......... 502
If the warning message is displayed .............................................. 512
If you have a flat tire ........................ 532
If you lose your keys ........................ 543
If you think something is wrong ....................................................501
If your electronic key does not operate properly ................... 544
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 556
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................558
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................................... 495
If your vehicle overheats................ 552
Emergency flasher Switch ...................................................... 494
Engine Accessory mode ................................. 153
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Fog light switch................................... 202
Ignition switch........................................152
Light switches ......................................... 191
Mode select switch............................. 162
Power door lock switch ...................... 61
Power switch ......................................... 152
Power window switch ........................ 90
Talk switch................................328, 347
Telephone switch .............................. 347
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................................... 453
Window lock switch ........................... 90
Wiper and washer switch ............. 204
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs..........................491
Switch ......................................................... 191
Wattage................................................. 568
Talk switch* ................................. 328, 347
Telephone switch*................................ 347
Theft deterrent system Alarm ........................................................ 103
Immobilizer system.............................. 101
Theft prevention labels ........................ 106
TILT switch*
Tire inflation pressure .........................459
Tire information Glossary.................................................578
Size ........................................................... 575
Tire identification number ............. 574
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.... 576
Tires
Chains ..................................................... 259
Checking .................................................451
Compact spare tire .......................... 532
If you have a flat tire .......................... 532 Inflation pressure ............................... 459
Inflation pressure sensor ............... 452
Information ............................................572
Replacing .............................................. 532
Rotating tires.......................................... 451
Size ........................................................... 567
Snow tires.............................................. 258
Spare tire ............................................... 532
Tire pressure warning
system....................................... 451, 505
Tools........................................................... 532
Total load capacity ............................... 257
Towing Dinghy towing .....................................262
Emergency towing ........................... 495
Trailer towing ........................................ 261
TRAC ........................................................ 238
Traction control..................................... 238
Trailer towing ...........................................261
Trip meter ..................................................169
Trunk Opener ......................................................64
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 481
Switch ........................................................ 166
Wattage .................................................568
Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................................... 386
Wattage .................................................568
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 386
Vehicle identification number ......... 560
Vehicle stability control ..................... 238
Ventilators ...............................................389
VIEW button*
VSC ........................................................... 238
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