1652-1. Driving procedures2When drivingCAUTION■P position switchDo not press the P position switch while the vehicle is moving. If the P position switch is pressed when driving at extremely low speeds (for exam-ple, directly before stopping the vehicle) , the vehicle may stop suddenly when the shift position switches to P, which could lead to an accident.NOTICE■Situations where P position control system malfunctions are possibleIf any of the following situations occurs, P position control system malfunctions are possible. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the parking brake, and then contact your Lexus dealer.●When the "P Lock Malfunction" warnin g message appears on the multi-informa-tion display. (→P. 513)●When the P position switch indicator flashes.●When the shift position symb ols (such as P and R) are flashing on the shift posi-tion indicator.●When the shift position indicator remains off.■When in heavy trafficIf shift position N is selected, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid leaving the N position selected for an extended period of time.■If the vehicle will not shift out of the P positionThere is a possibility that the 12-volt batt ery is discharged. Check the 12-volt battery in this situation.■Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operationAvoid repeatedly operating the shift lever an d P position switch in quick succession. The system protection function may activate and temporarily prevent the vehicle from shifting out of the P position. If this happens, please wait for around 15 seconds before attempting to change the shift position again.
