Lexus GX 460 2022, Owner'S Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
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When the steering lock cannot be released
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Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended if the
engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case, refrain from
running the engine. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resume func-
tioning.
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When the engine switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer,
immediately.
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If the electronic key battery is depleted

P. 507
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Operation of the engine switch
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If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the engine switch mode may not change
or the engine may not start.
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If attempting to restart the engine immediately after turning the engine switch off, the
engine may not start in some cases. After turning the engine switch off, please wait a
few seconds before restarting the engine.
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Automatic engine shut off feature
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The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the engine when the
shift lever is in P with the engine running for an extended period.
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The engine will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it has been left run-
ning while the shift lever is in P.
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The timer for the automatic engine shut off feature will reset if the brake pedal is
depressed or if the shift lever is in a position other than P.
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After the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock switch (

P. 110)
from the inside or the mechanical key (

P. 564) from the outside, the automatic
engine shut off feature will be disabled. The timer for the automatic engine shut off fea-
ture will be re-enabled if the driver’s door is opened.
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If the smart access system with push-button start has been deactivated in a customized
setting

P. 564
“PUSH THE ENGINE SWITCH WHILE
TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN
EITHER DIRECTION”/“Push the engine switch
while turning the steering wheel in either direc-
tion” will be displayed on the multi-information
display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press the
engine switch shortly and firmly while turning
the steering wheel left and right.