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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
■When raising your vehicle
Make sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of death or serious
injury.
●Do not put any part of your body or get underneath the vehicle supported only by
the jack.
Always use automotive jack stands or a solid, level, surface.
●Do not start the hybrid system while the vehicle is supported by the jack.
●Stop the vehicle on level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in “P”.
●Make sure to set the jack properly at the jack point. 
Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned jack will damage the vehicle
and may cause the vehicle to fall off the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.
●When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath the
jack.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Towing eyelet
■Emergency towing procedureRelease the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in “N”.
The power switch must be in the “ACC” mode (hybrid system off) or the
“IG-ON” mode (hybrid system on).
CAUTION
■Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. 
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on
the emergency towing eyelet and the cable or chain.
●If the hybrid system is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steeri ng and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground. 
This may cause serious dama ge to the transmission.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicl e in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
 P. 4 4 4
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
•Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or
flash. If a light turns on or flashes, bu t then turns off, this does not necessar
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ily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
The trunk is not fully
closed. flashes and a
buzzer sounds to indi-
cate that trunk is not fully
closed (with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Close the trunk.
(Flashing)
The moon roof is not fully
closed (with the power
switch “OFF” and the
driver’s door opened).
Close the moon roof.
(Flashing)
The parking brake is still
engaged (with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of more than 3 mph [5
km/h]).
Release the parking
brake.
The washer fluid level is
low.Add washer fluid.
The hybrid system has
overheated.Stop and check. 
(  P. 4 7 5 )

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera
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tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
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diately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift le

ver can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to the “ACC” mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
s
crewdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. 
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transm ission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and racing the hybrid system.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever in “P”.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand fr
om around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some ot her material to help pr
ovide
traction under the tires.
Restart the hybrid system.
Turn off TRAC. (  P. 1 6 4 )
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
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STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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6-1. Specifications
Transmission
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 200 N (20.4 kgf, 45 lbf) while the hybrid system is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf, 67.4 lbf).
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill
5.7 qt. (5.4 L, 4.8 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF Type WS
NOTICE
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF Ty p e WS” may cause dete-
rioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *12.9 in. (74 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.08 in. (1.0  2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *25  7 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ..........191
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........ 162
Active stabilizer suspension 
system...................................................... 162
Air conditioning system (A/C) Air conditioning filter ......................... 391
Automatic air conditioning 
system ..................................................... 191
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............. 71
Airbag precautions for your 
child.......................................................... 75
Airbag warning light .......................... 431
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions .......................................... 78
General airbag precautions ........... 75
Locations of airbags............................ 69
Modification and disposal of 
airbags .................................................... 79
Side airbag precautions .................... 75
Side and curtain shield airbags 
operating conditions ........................72
SRS airbags ............................................. 69
Alarm ............................................................ 64
Antenna .................................................... 209
Armrest ..................................................... 328
Ashtrays ..................................................... 321
Audio system Antenna .................................................. 209
Cassette player..................................... 212
CD player/changer ........................... 216
DVD information ............................... 252
DVD player/changer...................... 232
DVD video/audio ............................. 235
MP3/WMA disc ............................... 224
Optimal use.......................................... 256
Radio ........................................................ 203Steering switches ..............................
260
Video CD ............................................. 248
Automatic headlight leveling 
system ...................................................... 122
Automatic light control system........ 120
AVS (Adaptive Variable 
Suspension System) ............................ 161
BA (Brake Assist)................................... 162
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 488
Battery 12 volt battery ........................................ 371
Checking................................................. 371
Hybrid battery (Tra cti
on battery) ....5
If the 12 volt battery is 
discharged .......................................... 471
Preparing and checking  before winter...................................... 174
Bluetooth
®..............................................266
Brake Fluid .......................................................... 370
Parking brake........................................ 109
Care Exterior .................................................... 344
Interior..................................................... 346
Seat belts ................................................ 347
Cargo capacity........................................ 170
Cargo hooks .......................................... 332
CD player/changer............................. 232
Chains ......................................................... 176
Child-protectors....................................... 27
Child restraint system (CRS) Definition .................................................. 80
Installation ................................................ 83
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