stop start LEXUS RX270 2014 Owners Manual

570
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
Sounds
once
(Flashes)
The driver's 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.
During an engine
starting proce-
dure in the event
that the elec-
tronic key was not
functioning prop-
erly (→P. 5 9 2 ) ,
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
touched with the
electronic key.
Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
within 10 seconds
of the buzzer
sounding.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
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571
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
Sounds
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.
■Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following cases, the warning message may not be displayed even if vehicle-
to-vehicle distance decreases:
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the
vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
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583
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack,
leading to death or serious injury.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other 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 not use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by the
jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
●Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension: Be sure to turn off the
height control and stop the engine.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■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. 5 9 4 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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589
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental
operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
Starting the engine
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
If any of the doors is opened or
closed after the key is being
touched to the switch, an alarm will
sound to indicate that the start
function cannot detect the elec-
tronic key.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch within 10 seconds of
the buzzer sounding, keeping the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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593
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
■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 measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(→P. 5 0 1 )
■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 2 2 )
■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 8 1 )
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595
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
RX350
Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:
Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal on your vehicle.
Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery terminal
on the second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid,
stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any
moving parts, as shown in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the
engine of your vehicle by turning the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to IGNITION ON mode.
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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599
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EEAdd coolant if necessary.
(→P. 4 7 0 )
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant
leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7
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601
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry 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 front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
AWD models: Activate all-wheel drive lock mode. (
→P. 2 7 7 )
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and release the park-
ing brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6
Press the VSC off switch to turn off TRC.
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