2015 LEXUS LX570 Owners Manual

1772-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Engine (ignition) switch Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on
your person starts the engine or changes “ENGINE START STOP” switch
modes.
■ Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch. The engine can be started from
any “ENGINE START STOP”
switch mode.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started. The engine will
crank until it starts or for up to
30 seconds, whichever is less.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

1782-1. Driving procedures
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■ Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode
Modes can be changed by pres sing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch with the brake pedal release d. (The mode changes each time
the switch is pressed.)
OFF
* Emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode Some electrical components
such as the audio system can be
used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
IGNITION ON mode All electrical components can
be used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
* : If the shift lever is in a position othe r than “P” when turn ing off the engine,
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will be turned to ACCESSORY
mode, not to OFF.

1792-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■
Operation of the “ENG INE START STOP” switch
When operating the “ENGINE START STOP ” switch, one short, firm press is
enough. If the switch is pressed improp erly, the engine may not start or the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch mode may not change. It is not necessary to press
and hold the switch. ■
When the steering lock cannot be released
■
If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (  P. 119)
Contact your Lexus dealer. ■
When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately. ■
Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes with the shift
lever in P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically turn off. However,
this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle
with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY mode for long periods
of time when the engine is not running. ■
Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 42■
When the electronic key battery is discharged
 P. 872■
Conditions affecting operation
 P. 40 The green indicator light on the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch will flash and a mes-
sage will be shown on the multi-information
display. Press the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch again while turning the steering wheel
left and right.

1802-1. Driving procedures
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■
Note for the entry function
 P. 43
CAUTION■
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in th e driver’s seat. Do not depress the acceler-
ator while starting the engi ne under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ■
Stopping the engine in an emergency
If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and
hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch fo r more than 2 seconds, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in succession. (  P. 883)
However, do not touch the “ENGINE START STOP” switch while driving except in
an emergency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or
braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it
more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE■
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the “ENGINE START STOP ” switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode for long periods of ti me without the engine running.■
When starting the engine ●
Do not race a cold engine. ●
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer immediately.■
Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
If the “ENGINE START STOP” switch seem s to be operating somewhat differently
than usual, such as the swit ch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact
your Lexus dealer immediately.

1812-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Automatic transmission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■ Shifting the shift lever
While the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON
mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.

1822-1. Driving procedures
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■ Shift position uses
* 1
: Shifting to the “D” position allows the system to select a gear suitable for
the driving conditions. Setting the shif t lever to the “D” position is recom-
mended for normal driving.
* 2
: If equipped, by selecting shift ranges using paddle shift switches, you can
control engine braking forces.
* 3
: Selecting shift ranges using “S” mode restricts the upper limit of the possi-
ble gear ranges, controls engine br aking forces, and prevents unneces-
sary upshifting. Shift position Function
P Parking the vehicle or starting the engine
R Reversing
N Condition in which the power is not transmitted
D Normal driving
* 1
or temporary shift range selection
driving
* 2
S “S” mode driving
* 3
(  P. 186)

1832-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■ Selecting a driving mode
The following patterns can be selected to suit current driving and
operating conditions.
Power mode For powerful acceleration and
driving in mountainous regions.
Normal mode For normal driving.
Second start mode For starting on slippery road
surfaces, such as on snow.
Press “2nd” to return to normal
mode.

1842-1. Driving procedures
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Changing shift range in “D” position
■ Shift lever
If the shift lever is shifted into the “D” position, the appropriate gear is
automatically selected, as determ ined by the driving conditions.
■ Paddle shift switches (if equipped)
While the shift lever is in the “D” position, engine braking force can be
temporarily switched to.
By firstly operating the “-” paddle sh ift switch, the “-” and “+” switches
can be used to freely switch the shift range.
Changing the shift range allows res triction of the highest gear, pre-
venting unnecessary upshifting and enabling the level of engine brak-
ing force to be selected.
Downshifting
Upshifting To return to normal D position
driving, the “+” paddle shift switch
must be held down for a period of
time.