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Nov 10, 2018 | 12:27 PM

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TheTiRider

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Originally Posted by Phantom704

When I put my 430 in ACC mode (engine off, listening to the radio) for more than 7-10 minutes, the engine will not turn over. I have to get a jump start. After a jump the engine starts with no problem, as long as I don't pause in ACC. I've taken the vehicle to the Lexus dealer; the battery and starter checks out fine. I was told this "just happens" and that I should not use the ACC to listen to the radio (just keep the engine running). This makes no sense to me. I should be able to use my ACC, that's what it is for. Has anyone else experienced this?

Same here. I just finished a door speaker install in my ‘03 Base. I left the key on ACC to listen to it (all but one speaker was blown. Installed excellent JBL CS763’s. Now it rocks). It was probably on for 10-15 minutes while I cleaned up. I went to start it to back it out of the garage and it turned over very slowly. The car started but I went ahead and put the battery on the charger. I do remember reading someplace that this was normal because these are very power hungry cars due to all the electronics.