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When trouble arises
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall the fuse box
cover to its original position.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible.
■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 removed or discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. ( →P. 4 6 5 )
●If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not be possible to
shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the vehicle cannot be towed with-
out lifting both front wheels because the front wheels will be locked. ( →P. 5 1 0 )
●When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system and confirm that the
shift position can be changed to each position using the shift position indicator.
●Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the 12-
volt battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is activated. (→P. 8 5 )
■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 appli-
ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the
hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while
the hybrid system is operating.)
WA R N I N G
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable gas
that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to come
into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or
unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with each
other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the 12-volt
battery.
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■To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than neces-
sary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.
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If your vehicle becomes stuck...................................................... 575
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency......... 509
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................ 510
If your vehicle overheats ..................571
Energy monitor....................................... 106
Engine Accessory mode..................................178
Compartment......................................455
Engine switch......................................... 177
Hood ........................................................ 452
How to start the
hybrid system ..................................... 177
Identification number .......................579
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency......... 509
Ignition switch (power switch)................................... 177
Overheating ...........................................571
Power switch ......................................... 177
Engine compartment cover .............456
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................582
Checking .............................................. 460
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 254
Engine coolant temperature warning light ......................................... 517 Engine oil
Capacity................................................ 580
Checking ............................................... 456
Oil pressure warning light ..............515
Preparing and checking before winter.................................... 254
Engine switch ........................................... 177 Auto power off function ................... 179
Changing the power switch modes.................................................... 178
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.............................509
Starting the hybrid system ...............177
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)
Function.................................................. 238
Warning light.........................................516
EV indicator ................................................72
EV drive mode.......................................... 181
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 433
Flat tire ............................................539, 551
Floor mats ................................................... 34
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 584
Transmission ........................................583
Washer ................................................... 462
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .......... 495, 504
Switch ........................................................ 194
Wattage .................................................586
Follow me home system ....................... 191
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Tires ............................................................468Chains .....................................................255
Checking .............................................. 468
If you have a flat tire ...............539, 551
Inflation pressure................................ 477
Replacing ....................................539, 551
Rotating tires ....................................... 468
Size........................................................... 585
Snow tires .............................................. 254
Spare tire........................ 539, 551, 585
Tire pressure warning system ..................................................469
Warning light ........................................ 518
Tools ...........................................................540
Top strap ..................................................... 65
Towing
Emergency towing............................. 510
Towing eyelet ........................................512
Trailer towing ......................................... 176
Traction control .....................................238
Trailer towing ...........................................176
Transmission
Hybrid transmission .......................... 183
P position switch ................................. 184
Selecting a driving mode............... 237
TRC (Traction Control)
Function ..................................................238
TRC OFF switch ................................ 239
Trip meters ................................................. 97
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ...... 497, 497, 499, 504
Turn signal lever .................................. 188
Wattage................................................. 586 USB memory ..............................283, 357
USB port .......................................263, 328
Vanity lights
Vanity lights.......................................... 436
Wattage .................................................586
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 436 Vanity lights.......................................... 436
Vehicle identification number......... 578
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ..................................................... 238
VSC
(Vehicle Stability Control) ............ 238U
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