stop start LEXUS LX570 2014 Owners Manual

8425-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Have the malfunction repaired immediately.
After taking the specified steps to co rrect the suspected problem, check
that the warning message and light go off. Interior
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Once
3 times
(Flashes) The electronic key
was carried out-
side the vehicle
and a door other
than the driver’s
door was opened
and closed while
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was in a
mode other than
off. Bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.
The driver’s door
was opened and
closed while the
electronic key was
not in the vehicle,
the shift lever was
in “P” and the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
not turned off. Tu r n t h e
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch off
or bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.

8445-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Interior
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Con-
tinuous 
(Flashes) The driver’s door
was opened when
the shift lever was
not in “P” and the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
not turned off. Shift the shift lever
to “P”.
Con-
tinuous Con-
tinuous
(Displayed alternately)
(Flashes) The driver’s door
was opened and
closed while the
electronic key was
not in the vehicle,
the shift lever was
not in “P” and the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
not turned off. • Shift the shift
lever to “P”.
• Bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.

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8455-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Once 
(Flashes) •When the doors
were unlocked
with the
mechanical key
and then the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed, the
electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle.
• The electronic
key could not be
detected in the
vehicle even
after the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed two
consecutive
times. Touch the elec-
tronic key to the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.Interior
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8465-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Once  The electronic key
has a low battery. Replace the elec-
tronic key battery.
(  P. 7 8 0 )
Once 
(Flashes) A door was
opened and
closed with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
turned off and
then the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
put in ACCES-
SORY mode
twice without the
engine being
started. Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
Once 
(Flashes) The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
being pressed. Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal
and moving the
steering wheel left
and right.Interior
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8605-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle
suddenly falling off the jack. ●
Do not use the tire jack for any purpose ot her than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains. ●
Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do no t use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle. ●
Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.●
Be sure to turn off the 4-Wh eel AHC and stop the engine.●
Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack. ●
Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack. ●
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it. ●
When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. ●
Do not raise the vehicle to a height greate r than that required to replace the tire.●
Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle will be injured. ■
Using the jack handle
Tighten all the jack handle bolts securely using a Phillips-head screwdriver, to pre-
vent the extension parts from coming apart unexpectedly.

8645-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(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 “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15 sec-
onds while depr essing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above step s, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.■ The starter motor does not turn over, 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.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. (  P. 870)
● 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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8655-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) If the shift lever cannot 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

8685-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(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, keepin g the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact your Lexus dealer. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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8695-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to “P” and press th e “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine. ■
Replacing the key battery
As this above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes. (  P. 7 8 0 )■
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. 1 76 )■
Alarm
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. 1 1 9 )

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8715-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting. ■
Avoiding a discharged battery ●
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off. ●
Turn off any unnecessary electrical compon ents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.■
Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the 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 battery may discharge, and the
engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.) ■
When the battery is removed or discharged ●
The power back door must be initialized. (  P. 6 0 )●
Make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the
battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is activated. (  P. 1 2 0 )Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the do ors with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of th e second vehicle and turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode,
then start the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine ha s started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse ord er in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer,
as soon as possible. STEP 3
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STEP 5
STEP 6