KEYS AND DOORS
18Inside warning
alarm
Outside warning alarmWarning message onthe multi− information
display
Causes
ChimesNoneNoneThe driver’s door was opened when the engine switch is
selected in “ACC” mode and the selector lever was in “P”, or\
when the steering lock is not activated.
Beep
(sounds
continuously)Beep
(sounds
continuously)“SHIFT TO P
RANGE” and “KEY IS
NOT DETECTED”
appear alternately.The electronic key was not in the vehicle, the driver’s door
was opened and closed when the engine switch was
selected in “ACC” or “IG− ON” mode and the selector lever
was in a position other than “P”.
Beeps
(sound
intermittently)NoneNoneThe driver’s door was opened when the engine switch was
selected in “ACC” or “IG− ON” mode and the selector lever
was in a position other than “P”.
One chimeNone“KEY IS NOT
DETECTED”
(shown for about 8
seconds)The engine switch was pushed while the electronic key was
not in the vehicle or the electronic key battery was
discharged.
One chimeNone”LOW KEY
BATTERY”Electronic key battery is low.
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
80Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your
vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
(m) Electric Power Steering System Warning
Light
The light comes on when the engine switch is selected in
“IG−ON” mode. If the electric power steering system works
properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. If the system
has malfunctions, the light comes on again.
If the following conditions occur, this indicates a
malfunction somewhere in the components monitored by
the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the engine switch is
selected in “IG −ON” mode or remains on.
The light stays on while you are driving.
The warning light turning on while racing the engine for a long
time may not indicate malfunction. To turn off the light, restart
the engine and start driving.
CAUTION
If the electric power steering system warning light
comes on, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible. In this case, more effort is required
for the steering wheel to turn than usual. Drive your
vehicle while firmly gripping the steering wheel.
(n) Pre Collision System Warning Light
The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
pre−collision system.
The light comes on when the engine switch is selected in
“IG−ON” mode. If the system works properly, the light goes off
after a few seconds.
If the light does not come on when the engine switch is selected
in “IG−ON” mode, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus
dealer.
(o) 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.
(p) Key Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer acts as a reminder to turn off the engine when you
bring out the electronic key from the vehicle with the engine
switch in “IG−ON” or “ACC” mode.
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Electronic Brake System Failure Warning
G13100
G13028
GS430 GS300
If the above message appears and the brake system
warning light (yellow) comes on, the following systems do
not operate. (GS430 only—In some cases, the
multi information display shows either “CHECK VSC” or
“CHECK ECB” only.)
Traction control system
Vehicle stability control system
Hill− start assist control system
If the above message appears and the brake system
warning light (yellow) and “ABS” warning light come on,
the following systems do not operate. (GS430 only—In
some cases, the multi information display shows either
“CHECK VSC” or “CHECK ECB” only.)
Anti− lock brake system
Brake assist system
Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Variable Gear Ratio Steering System Warning
(GS430 only)
G13027
If there is a problem in the variable gear ratio steering
system, the master warning light comes on and the above
message appears.
If this message appears, the system does not work. Although
it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked
by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Four Wheel Drive System Warning (Four wheel
drive models only)
G13021
If there is a problem in the four wheel drive system, the
master warning light comes on, a warning tone sounds
and the above message appears.
If the above warning message appears, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
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G13017
If the steering lock is malfunctioning, the master warning
light comes on, the engine switch indicator light blinks
amber and the above message appears.
The engine will not start in this case. Contact your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
G13018
If the steering lock is not unlocked due to the load applied
to the steering wheel when pushing the engine switch, the
master warning light comes on, the engine switch
indicator light blinks green and the above message
appears.
The engine will not start in this case. To start the engine, push
the engine switch again while turning the steering wheel in
either direction.
Lexus Park Assist System Warning
G13077
If icicles, snowflakes or mud gets on the ultrasonic
sensors of the Lexus park assist system when the system
is on, the above message appears and the vehicle symbol
and indicator bars continue flashing until the suspected
sensor is cleaned.
Remove the foreign matter or deice the sensor, the system
returns to normal.
G13076
If the ultrasonic sensor of the Lexus park assist system is
malfunctioning or a sensor cable is broken when the
system is on, the malfunctioning sensor flashes, 2 beeps
sound 5 times and the above message appears.
The flashing sensor is disabled, but other sensors work
properly. Have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
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ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
G14029
1Outer foot lights
2Steering spot light
3Seat spot lights
(with the interior light in “DOOR” position)
4 Selector lever spot light
5Inside door handle lights
6Door courtesy lights
7Foot lights
8Outer scuff lights
The outer foot lights, steering spot light and seat spot
lights will come on when you get close to the vehicle
(about 1 m (3 ft.) from the outside door handle), carrying
an electronic key , or open the door.* After all the doors are
closed, the lights remain on for about 15 seconds and then
fade out.** (For details, see “Outer foot lights” on page
208.)
NOTE:
*When you open a door other than the driver’s door, the seat
spot light near the door you opened comes on.
**The duration of lighting can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
However, in the following cases, the lights go out immediately:
All the doors are closed and the engine switch is selected
in “ACC” or “IG− ON” mode.
All the doors are locked.
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Lighting table
The lighting conditions are as follows: If several conditions concur, the lights may not operate as shown.
Lighting conditionSteering spot light &
seat spot lightInside door handle lights
& foot lights*Outer scuff lights & door
courtesy lightsSelector lever spot light*
Getting close to the vehicle
with the electronic key in pos-
session or unlocking any
doorsON**
→ Fade out about 15
seconds later———
Locking all the doorsOFFOFF——
Opening the door(s)ONONON*—
Closing all the doorsOFF
(ON for about 15 sec-
onds before turned off)OFF
(ON for about 15 sec-
onds before turned off)OFF—
Turning the engine switch from
“OFF” to “ACC” or “IG −ON”OFFON
(IG− ON only)—ON
Turning off the engine switchON**
→ Fade out about 15
seconds laterOFF
(ON for about 15 sec-
onds before turned off)—OFF
NOTE:
*The lights can be set to dim when the selector lever is moved out of “\
P”.
**The seat spot light can be set not to be turned on.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
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SEATS
While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should
have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and properly
wear the seat belts provided.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are
properly seated. Do not allow any passengers to sit
in the luggage compartment or cargo area. Persons
not properly seated and/or not properly restrained by
seat belts can be severely injured in the event of
emergency braking or a collision.
During driving, do not allow any passengers to stand
up or move around between seats. Otherwise, severe
injuries can occur in the event of emergency braking
or a collision.
FRONT SEATS
Front seat precautions
Driver seat
CAUTION
The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force,
and can cause death or serious injury especially if the
driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (”NHTSA”) advises:
Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 50 75
mm (2 3 in.) of inflation, placing yourself 250 mm (10 in.)
from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin
of safety. This distance is measured from the center of
the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less
than 250 mm (10 in.) away now, you can change your
driving position in several ways:
Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still
reaching the pedals comfortably.
Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle
designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 250 mm
(10 in.) distance, even with the driver seat all the way
forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat
somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes
it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm,
non slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle
has that feature.
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If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward.
This points the airbag toward your chest instead of
your head and neck.
The seat should be adjusted as recommended by
NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot
pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument
panel controls.
Front passenger seat
CAUTION
The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with
considerable force, and can cause death or serious
injury especially if the front passenger is very close to
the airbag. The front passenger seat should be as far
from the airbag as possible with the seatback adjusted,
so the front passenger sits upright.
Front seats
CAUTION
The SRS front side airbags are installed in the driver and
front passenger seats. Observe the following
precautions.
Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle
is in use, since the front side airbag inflates with
considerable speed and force. Otherwise, you may
be killed or severely injured.
Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts
where the front side airbags inflate. Such
accessories may prevent the front side airbags from
activating correctly, causing death or serious injury.
Do not modify or replace the front seats or upholstery
of the seats equipped with front side airbags. Such
change may prevent the side airbag system from
activating correctly, disable the system or cause the
front side airbags to inflate accidentally, resulting in
death or serious injury.