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80At this time, vibration may occur. However, if you depress the
accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your
vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system
is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be
recovered until the engine is stopped and the engine switch is
selected in “ACC” or “OFF” mode.
Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Your vehicle may not pass a state emission inspection if the
malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Lexus
dealer to check your vehicle’s emission control system and
OBD (On
−Board Diagnostics) system before taking your
vehicle for the inspection.
For details, see “Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs” on page 505.
(h) Master Warning Light
If any system malfunctions, this warning light comes on or
flashes together with a warning tone, and a warning message
appears on the multi−information display. When the cause of
the problem is eliminated, the warning tone and message on
the display will turn off.
(i) ”ABS” Warning Light
The light comes on when the engine switch is selected in
“IG−ON” mode.
GS430—If the anti−lock brake system and the brake assist
system work properly, the light turns of f in a few seconds after
the engine is started. Thereafter, if either system malfunctions,
the light comes on again.
GS300—If the anti−lock brake system and the brake assist
system work properly, the light turns of f in a few seconds after
the engine switch is selected in “IG−ON” mode. Thereafter, if
either system malfunctions, the light comes on again.
When the “ABS” warning light is on, the anti− lock brake system
and the brake assist system do not operate, but the brake
system still operates conventionally.
If any of 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.
The light remains on after the engine is started (GS430), or
remains on after the engine switch is selected in “IG −ON”
mode (GS300).
The light comes on while you are driving.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.
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Rear Lights System Failure Warning
G13011
If there is a problem in the rear lights system (tail lights,
license plate light, stop lights, rear side marker light, high
mounted stoplight), 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.
Low Washer Fluid Warning
G13020
When the fluid level in the tank becomes very low, the
master warning light flashes, a warning tone sounds and
the above message appears.
Fill the tank as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning
G13012
When the engine oil pressure becomes too low, the
master warning light flashes, a warning tone sounds and
the above message appears.
If this message appears 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 message may appear 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 while this warning message is
displayed even for one block. It may ruin the engine.
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Low Engine Oil Level Warning
G13022
When the engine oil level is too low, the master warning
light comes on, a warning tone sounds, and the above
message appears.
Add oil as soon as possible. (For instructions, see “Checking
the engine oil level” on page 530.)
While driving on steep inclines or rough roads which causes
the vehicle to substantially sway or on curves, this message
may appear due to the movement of engine oil in the engine.
In normal conditions, due to engine oil consumption, this
message may a ppear earlier than the specified service interval
of the scheduled maintenance. This is because the engine oil
is consumed to the low level within the scheduled maintenance
interval and does not indicate a problem. (For detailed
information, see “Facts about engine oil consumption” on page
528.)
NOTICE
Continued engine operation with low engine oil will
damage the engine.
Engine Oil Maintenance Reset Warning (U.S.A.
only)
G13033
This message indicates that the engine oil maintenance
data has been reset. After replacing the engine oil, be sure
to reset the maintenance data.
To reset the data, perform the following operations:
1. Push the “ODO TRIP” switch in the switch box to
change the display to blank.
2. Turn the engine switch off.
3. Turn the engine switch on with the trip meter “RESET”
switch held down.
4. Keep pushing the “RESET” switch for longer than 7
seconds after the engine switch is turned on.
After the above operation, the master warning light comes
on, a warning tone sounds and the above message
appears to inform you that the engine oil maintenance
data has been reset.
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Engine Oil Replacement Reminder (U.S.A. only)
G13035
If the driving range exceeds 4,500 miles after the engine
oil maintenance data is reset, the master warning light
comes on, a warning tone sounds and the above message
appears for about 15 seconds when you select the engine
switch in “IG ON” mode.
This message indicates that the engine oil should be replaced
soon. If the message appears, it is recommended to inspect
the engine oil with the engine switch off. For details about
inspection, see “Checking the engine oil level” on page 530.
If the engine oil level is low, engine oil should be replaced.
Have it replaced at your Lexus dealer.
After the engine oil replacement, reset the engine oil
maintenance data and make sure the “OIL MAINT RESET”
appears on the display.
NOTICE
The warning message on the display is based on the
driving range after the engine oil maintenance data
reset. This is not based on the monitoring of dirty
condition of the engine oil.
Engine Oil Replacement Warning (U.S.A. only)
G13034
If the driving range exceeds 5,000 miles after the engine
oil maintenance data is reset, the master warning light
comes on, a warning tone sounds and the above message
appears.
This message indicates that the engine oil should be replaced
as soon as possible. If the message appears, it is
recommended to inspect the engine oil with the engine switch
off. For details about inspection, see “Checking the engine oil
level” on page 530.
If the engine oil level is low, engine oil should be replaced.
Have it replaced at your Lexus dealer.
After the engine oil replacement, reset the engine oil
maintenance data and make sure the “OIL MAINT RESET”
appears on the display.
NOTICE
The warning message on the display is based on the
driving range after the engine oil maintenance data
reset. This is not based on the monitoring of dirty
condition of the engine oil.
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To turn on or off the front and rear lights, push the
interior
light switches.
“ON” switch—Keeps the lights on all the time.
“OFF” switch—Turns the lights off.
“DOOR” switch—If you get close to the vehicle (about 1 m (3
ft.) from each outside door handle, carrying an electronic key
or open a door, all the interior lights come on when the engine
switch is off. However, if the engine switch is already on, only
the interior light near the door you opened comes on.
The light(s) will go off when all the doors are closed. For
details, see “Illuminated entry system” on page 102.
PERSONAL LIGHTS
Front
G14004
Rear
G14005
To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it
off, push the switch again.
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102For some models:
When you open a door with the interior lights in “DOOR”
position,
the personal light near the door you opened will come
on. You can change this setting. For details, see the following
“Illuminated entry system”.
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1
Outer foot lights
2Steering spot light
3Front interior lights (in “DOOR” position)
4Selector lever spot light
5Front personal lights
6Inside door handle lights
7Rear personal lights
8Rear interior lights
9Door courtesy lights
10Foot lights
11Front scuff lights
The outer foot lights, steering spot light and front and rear
interior 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 212.)
NOTE:
*When you open a door other than the driver’s door, the front
and rear interior lights 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. The foot lights and inside door handle lights will come on
when
any of the doors are opened or the engine switch is
in “IG ON” mode. After all the doors are closed and the
engine switch is turned off, the lights remain on for about
15 seconds and then fade out.*
NOTE:
*The duration of lighting can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
However, the lights go out immediately when all the doors are
locked and the engine switch is turned off.
The intensity of the foot lights and inside door handle lights can
be changed with the instrument panel light control switch. The
lights will be turned off when the light control switch is turned
to minimum. (For details, see “Instrument panel light control”
on page 98.)
Front scuff lights and courtesy lights
Front scuff lights and courtesy lights will come on when any of
the doors are opened. After all the doors are closed, the lights
will turn off.
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104Selector lever spot light
The selector lever spot light will come on when the engine
switch is selected in “ACC” or “IG
−ON” mode and the tail lights
are on. (For some models: The selector lever spot light will
come on when the engine switch is selected in “ACC” or
”IG−ON” mode.) When the selector lever is moved out of “P”
position, the intensity of the light will be reduced.
The intensity of the selector lever spot light can be changed
with the instrument panel light control switch. This light will be
turned off when the light control switch is turned to minimum.
Front and rear personal lights (for some models)
When you open a door, the personal light near the door you
opened will come on.
This setting can be changed. To change the setting, change
the engine switch from “OFF” to “IG− ON” mode while pushing
the front interior light switches “DOOR” and “ON” together.
Each time you perform this operation, the setting changes from
mode i to mode ii, iii and then back to i.
Mode i: When you open a door, the personal light near the door
you opened alone will come on. When you set this mode, the
front personal lights flash once.
Mode ii: When you open a door, all the personal lights will come
on. When you set this mode, the front personal lights flash
twice.
Mode iii: Opening a door will not turn on the personal lights.
When you set this mode, the front personal lights flash three
times.