IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited
warranties:
New vehicle warranty
Emission control systems warranty
Others
For further information, please refer to the Owner's Guideº,
Owner's Manual Supplementº or Warranty Bookletº.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner's responsibility to make sure the specified
maintenance is performed. Section 5 of this Owner's Manual
gives details of these maintenance requirements. Included in
Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled
maintenance information, pl ease refer to the Owner's Manual
Supplement/Scheduled Maintenanceº.
Important health and safety information about
your Lexus
CAUTION
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and a wide variety of automobile components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects and
other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and
fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste
produced by component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands
after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals
that have caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with
soap and water.
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Automatic transmission second start indicator light 401 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged Parkº warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 73
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 393 . . . . . .
6Driver's seat belt reminder light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Anti-lock brake system warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . .
11Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Headlight indicator light 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Cruise control indicator light 409
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Engine oil replacement reminder light 72
. . . . . . . . . .
16Slip indicator light 421, 423, 426, 428
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Low engine oil pressure warning light 71
. . . . . . . . . .
18Discharge warning light 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
19Engine coolant temperature gauge
58
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Malfunction indicator lamp 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 423 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock indicator light 401
. . . . . . . .
25Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control system
indicator light 425 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Rear height control indicator lights 418
. . . . . . . . . . .
28Security indicator light 14, 29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29SRS warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Trip meter reset knob 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Low fuel level warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Low tire pressure warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Automatic transmission second start indicator light 401 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged Parkº warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 73
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 393 . . . . . .
6Driver's seat belt reminder light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 36
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Anti-lock brake system warning light 67
. . . . . . . . . . .
11Open door warning light 68
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Tachometer 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Tail light indicator light 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Cruise control indicator light 409
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Slip indicator light 421, 423, 426, 428
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Low engine oil pressure warning light 71
. . . . . . . . . .
17Discharge warning light 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Engine coolant temperature gauge 58
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
19Malfunction indicator lamp
66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 423 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Center differential lock indicator light 401
. . . . . . . .
24Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 70 . . . . . . . . . . .
25Downhill assist control system
indicator light 425 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Rear height control indicator lights 418
. . . . . . . . . . .
27Security indicator light 14, 29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28SRS warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Trip meter reset knob 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Odometer and trip meter 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Low fuel level warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Low tire pressure warning light 72
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Fuel gauge 57
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KEYS AND DOORS
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NOTICE
Make sure the positive side and negative side of thebattery are faced correctly.
Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may
cause unexpected rust.
Do not touch or move any components inside the transmitter, or it may interfere with proper operation.
Be careful not to bend the electrode when insertingthe battery and that dust or oils do not adhere to theinside the module.
Take care not to lose the screws and O-ring.
5. Install the lid with the 2 screws.
NOTICE
Take care not to damage or bend the O-ring wheninstalling.
6. Install the module into the key frame and secure the cover
with the screw.
7. When pushing any switch on the wireless key, make sure
the indicator light comes on.SIDE DOORS
Locking with key
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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IF THIS INDICATOR OR
BUZZER COMES ON...
DO THIS.
(k)Take vehicle to Lexus
dealer.
(l)Stop and check.
(m)Stop and check.
(n)Replace engine oil.
(o)
Adjust tire inflation
pressure. If light
remains, contact
Lexus dealer.
(p)Fill up tank.
IF THIS INDICATOR ORBUZZER COMES ON...DO THIS.
(q)Add washer fluid.
(r)Key reminder buzzerRemove key.
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is brokenor loose.
(m) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road
to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Lexus
dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or
it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for
concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated
slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It
is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must
be checked using the oil level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on Ð
even for one block. It may ruin the engine.
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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(n) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)
This light reminds you when to replace the engine oil.
This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to ONº
and will go off after about a few seconds.
When you drive for about 7200 km (4500 miles) after the
engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3
seconds and then flashes for about 12 seconds with the
ignition key turned to ONº position. If you continue driving
without the engine oil replacement, and if the driving range
exceeds 8000 km (5000 miles), the light will come on after the
ignition key is turned to ONº position. The light will remain on
thereafter.
If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the
engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and
road condition. If the light comes on, replace it as soon as
possible.
You need to reset the light after the engine oil replacement.
Reset the light by following the procedure below:
1. Turn the ignition key to the ACCº or LOCKº position with
the odometer reading shown. (For details, see Odometer and
trip meterº on page 61.)
2. Turn the ignition key to the ONº position while holding down
the trip meter reset knob.
Hold down the knob until the light goes off. Before the light
goes off, it illuminates for 3 seconds, flashes for 2 seconds and
illuminates for 1 second. If the system fails to reset, the light will remain flashing. In this
case, return to step 1 and try again.(o) Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the tire pressure of one or more of your
tires
(including the spare tire) is low. The light comes on when
the ignition key is turned to the ONº position. It goes off after
a few seconds. This indicates that the tire pressure warning
system is functioning properly.
If the warning light comes on, stop your vehicle in a safe place
as soon as possible and check that the inflation pressure of all
tires (including the spare tire) is as specified on the tire and
loading information label. (See Checking tire inflation
pressureº on page 579.) The light should go off a few minutes
after the tire pressure is adjusted.
If the warning light blinks, the tire pressure warning system
may be malfunctioning. Contact your Lexus dealer.
For details, see Tire pressure warning systemº on page 434.
(p) Low Fuel Level Warning Light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes
very low. Fill the tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,
the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.
AUDIO
264(d) Your cassette player
When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should face to
the right.
NOTICE
Do not oil any part of the cassette player, and do not
insert anything except a cassette tape into the slot.