2006 Lexus GS430 warning light
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434If the low tire pressure warning light does not go off or comes
on during driving, it indicates that tire inflation pressure is low.
Make
sure there is no flat tire. If the light comes on again even
after tire inflation pressure adjustment, you may have a flat tire.
If there is not adequate air pressure in the tires, the light will not
go off.
The light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by
temperature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure
will turn off the light.
The tire pressure warning syst em is not a substitute for
checking tire inflation pressure.
For details about adjusting the tire inflation pressure, see
“Checking tire inflation pressure” on page 539.
If the low tire pressure warning light comes on, the action you
must take is different depending on the type of tires used. Vehicles with run flat tires:
Stop your vehicle at a safe place as soon as possible and
check that the tire inflation pressure
is as specified on the tire
and loading information label. If the low tire pressure warning
light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it
is probable that you have a flat tire. If you cannot verify the tire
inflation pressure soon, go to the nearest Lexus dealer or
authorized tire dealer at the moderate speed and do not ever
exceed 90 km/h (55 mph) and have all your vehicle’s tires
checked and adjusted. And whether there is a flat tire or not
should be also checked at this time. If any tire must be
replaced, see “If you have a flat tire” on page 468.
If your vehicle is equipped with spare tire, the spare is not
equipped with the tire pressure sensor. So, the low tire
pressure warning light remains on even if the spare tire is
mounted.
The light goes off a few minutes after air is put into the deflated
tire.
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CAUTION
If the low tire pressure warning light comes on, take
your vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized
tire dealer or gas station as soon as possible, observing
the following instructions:
Decelerate as soon as possible to the most
appropriate speed that conditions permit. Do not
drive over 90 km/h (55 mph).
Avoid abrupt steering wheel maneuvering and
braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes,
causing death or serious injury.
The warning system may not activate immediately if
bursts or sudden air leakage should occur.
When the tyre pressure warning system warning light is
lit, one or more of your tyres is significantly
under inflated. You should stop and check your tyres
as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure as indicated on the vehicle’s tyre information
placard. Driving on a significantly under inflated tire
causes the tyre to overheat and can lead to tyre failure.
Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tyre
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability. Each tyre, including the spare, should
be checked monthly when cold and set to the
recommended inflation pressure as specified in the
vehicle placard and owner’s manual.
NOTICE
Do not use liquid sealants for a flat tire as tire
pressure sensors will be damaged.
Take due care not to go over a curb stone and be
careful of the holes in the road because deflated tire
pressure affects tire cushion performance. The
wheels, tires, body, suspension and other
components could be damaged.
Your ground clearance is reduced if the run flat tire
goes flat so avoid driving over obstacles and drive
slowly on rough, unpaved roads and speed bumps.
Also, do not attempt to go through an automatic car
wash as the vehicle may get caught, resulting in
damage.
When the tires must be replaced, have them replaced
by the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer.
The tire pressure sensor will be affected by the
installation or removal of tires.
When the tires must be replaced, replace the
grommets for tire pressure sensors as well.
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436Vehicles with standard tires:
Stop your vehicle at a safe place as soon as possible and
check that the tire inflation pressure
is as specified on the tire
and loading information label. If the low tire pressure warning
light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it
is probable that you have a flat tire. If the tire goes flat, change
to the spare tire. (See page 469.)
The spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure sensor.
So, the low tire pressure warning light remains on even if the
spare tire is mounted.
The light goes off a few minutes after air is put into the deflated
tire.
CAUTION
If the low tire pressure warning light comes on, observe
the following instructions:
Decelerate as soon as possible to the most
appropriate speed that conditions permit.
Avoid abrupt steering wheel maneuvering and
braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes,
causing death or serious injury.
The warning system may not activate immediately if
bursts or sudden air leakage should occur.
When the tyre pressure warning system warning light is
lit, one or more of your tyres is significantly
under inflated. You should stop and check your tyres
as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure as indicated on the vehicle’s tyre information
placard. Driving on a significantly under inflated tire
causes the tyre to overheat and can lead to tyre failure.
Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tyre
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability. Each tyre, including the spare, should
be checked monthly when cold and set to the
recommended inflation pressure as specified in the
vehicle placard and owner’s manual.
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NOTICE
Do not use liquid sealants for a flat tire as tire
pressure sensors will be damaged.
When the tires must be repaired or replaced, have
them repaired or replaced by the nearest Lexus
dealer or authorized tire dealer. The tire pressure
sensors will be affected by the installation or removal
of tires.
When the tires must be replaced, replace the
grommets for tire pressure sensors as well.
System malfunction
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If the low tire pressure warning light blinks and the above
message appears on the multi information display, it
indicates a system malfunction. Contact your Lexus
dealer.
The system will be disabled in the conditions below:
Electric devices or facilities using similar radio wave
frequencies are nearby.
If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use.
Much snowflakes or ice gets on the vehicle, in particular,
around the wheels or wheel housings.
Non− genuine Lexus wheels are used.
Snow tires or tire chains are used.
The sensor battery is expired.
The tires not equipped with tire pressure sensor are used.
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To initialize the system, perform the following:
1. Park
the vehicle at a safe place and apply the parking brake.
Stop the engine.
2. Adjust the pressure of all the installed tires to the specified
level. (See “Tires and wheels” on pages 534 and 537.)
3. Start the engine.
4. Push and hold the reset switch until the low tire pressure
warning light blinks three times, and the message
“PRESSURE INITIAL” appears on the multi− information
display.
Do not turn the engine off for about 20 minutes until
initialization is complete.
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When initializing the system, make sure the low tire pressure
warning light blinks three times and the message “PRESSURE
INITIAL” appears on the multi− information display. If the
warning light does not blink three times and the message does
not appear on the multi−information display, initialization failed
and the tire pressure warning system will not function properly.
In this case, initialize the system again.
Do not push the reset switch without adjusting the tire inflation
pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the low tire
pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation
pressure is low, or it may come on when the tire inflation
pressure is actually normal.
If you push the reset switch while the vehicle is moving,
initialization is not performed.
If the low tire pressure warning light does not blink and the
message does not appear on the multi−information display
when you push and hold the reset switch, have the tire
pressure warning system checked at your Lexus dealer.
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Adaptive variable suspension control (GS430
only)
When the pre collision sensor detects an object or
vehicle with which your vehicle may collide, and
determines that a collision may be unavoidable, the
adaptive variable suspension adjusts the damping effect
on the shock absorbers and regulates the vehicle not to
pitch forward so much.
The adaptive variable suspension will operate in the following
conditions:
When the vehicle speed is about 5 km/h (3 mph) or over.
When the approaching speed in regard to the object or the
vehicle exceeds about 30 km/h (18 mph).
Pre collision system failure warning
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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.
If the system has a problem, the pre− collision system warning
light comes on or blinks. At this time, the master warning light
comes on, a warning tone sounds, and either of the following
messages appears on the multi−information display.
PCS DISABLED NOW
CHECK PCS
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G13030
The pre collision system warning light blinks, and the
above message appears in the following conditions:
The millimeter wave radar sensor or the grille cover is
dirty.
Clean the grille or sensor with a soft cloth to remove the dirt.
The pre collision seat belts are activated repeatedly for
a short time.
The system turns of f temporarily for overheating protection.
The above conditions do not indicate a malfunction. If the
problem is removed, the warning lights and message go out
and the system returns to normal.
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If the pre−collision system warning light remains on, and the above message appears, the pre −collision system may not
operate. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to
service the vehicle.
Precaution for pre collision system
It should be noted that the pre −collision sensor may detect the
following as the objects with which your vehicle might collide,
and the pre −collision system may operate, even though there
is no possibility of collision.
When traveling through a curve, there is an object on the
edge of the road.
When traveling through a curve, another vehicle is passing
from the opposite direction.
When traveling across a narrow iron bridge.
When there is a metallic object on the road.
When there is a steel plate on the road at a construction site.
When there is a bump on the road.
When waiting to turn to the left in an intersection, and
another vehicle is passing from the opposite direction.
If your vehicle approaches another vehicle ahead very
quickly.
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IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
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IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE
(Vehicles with run flat tires)
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You may continue driving a vehicle with run flat
tires even if any tire goes flat. It may be able to run
for a maximum of 160 km (100 miles) at a speed
below 90 km/h (55 mph) after the low tire pressure
warning light comes on. When you drive your
vehicle after the low tire pressure warning light
comes on, the tire must be replaced. Do not use the
repaired tire.
Observe the following precautions and take your vehicle
to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer.
CAUTION
If the low tire pressure warning light comes on,
take your vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or
authorized tire dealer as soon as possible,
observing the following instructions:
Decelerate as soon as possible to the most
appropriate speed that conditions permit. Do
not drive for longer than 160 km (100 miles) or
over 90 km/h (55 mph).
Avoid abrupt steering wheel maneuvering and
braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the
brakes, causing death or serious injury.
The warning system may not activate
immediately if bursts or sudden air leakage
should occur.