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8705-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Emergency start function
When the engine does no t start, the following s teps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in “P”.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “E NGINE START STOP” sw itch about 15 sec-
onds while dep ressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above step s, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehi cle checked by your Lexus dealer.■ The starter motor does not turn ov er, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 875)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.Contact your Lexus dealer, if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
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8715-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) If the shift lever canno t be shifted from “P”If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the ve hicle inspected by your Lexus dealer,
immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screw driver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton. The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
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8745-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Starting the engine
Shift the shift lever to “P” and apply the brakes.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key (including the
card key)
to the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch. An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
electronic key that is touched to
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch if any of the doors is opened
and closed while the key is touched
to the switch.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch within 10 seconds
after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be
operated, contact your Lexus dealer. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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8755-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■
Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to “P ” and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine. ■
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary meas ure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
( P. 784)■
Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. ( P. 178)■
Alarm
Using the mechanical key to lock th e 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. 121)
CAUTION■
When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows and moon
roof
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that there is
no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window
or moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passenger s to get caught in power window and moon roof.
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8825-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) If the vehicle becomes stuck
■
When it is difficult to free the vehicle
■
Extra high mode
P. 326Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to “P”.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some ot her material under the rear
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the “D” or “R” po sition and release the
parking brake. Then , while exercising caution, depress the
accelerator pedal. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press to turn off Active TRAC.
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8845-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) 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 vehi cle using the following procedure:
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 lever to “N”.
If the shift lever is shifted to “N”
After slowing down, stop the ve hicle in a safe place by the
road.
Stop the engine.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to “N”
Keep depressing the brake peda l with both feet to reduce
vehicle speed as much as possible.
To stop the en gine, press and
hold the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch for 2 consecutive
seconds or more, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in suc-
cession.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 3
STEP 4
Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly 3 times or more
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8855-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
If the engine 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 engine.
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LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) Dimensions and weights
* 1
: Unladen vehicles
* 2
: Vehicles with roof luggage carrier
* 3
: Vehicles without roof luggage carrierOverall length 198.0 in. (5030 mm)
Overall width 77.6 in. (1970 mm)
Overall height
* 1
75.6 in. (1920 mm)
* 2
73.4 in. (1865 mm)
* 3
Wheelbase 112.2 in. (2850 mm)
Tread Front 64.6 in. (1640 mm)
Rear 64.4 in. (1635 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 1285 lb. (580 kg)
TWR
(trailer weight +
cargo weight) With brake 7000 lb. (3175 kg)
Without brake 1000 lb. (454 kg)