1562-1. Driving proceduresCAUTION■When starting the hybrid systemAlways start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resu lting in death or serious injury.■Stopping the hybrid system in an emergencyIf you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold the "POWER" switch for more than 3 seconds. However, do not touch the "POWER" switch while driving except in an emergency. Turning the hybrid system off while driving wi ll not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more diffi-cult 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 12-volt battery discharge●Do not leave the "POWER" switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-ods of time without the hybrid system on.●If the hybrid system is off, but the indica tor on the "POWER" switch is illuminated, this indicates that the "POWER" switch is still turned on. When exiting the vehi-cle, always check that the "POWER" switch is off.■When starting the hybrid system Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the "POWER" switchIf the "POWER" switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
