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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
(USA)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampIndicates the following:
• Empty fuel tank
• Loose fuel tank
• Malfunction in the electronic engine control system;
• Malfunction in the electronic throttle control system; or
• Malfunction in the electronic automatic transmission con-trol system.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• Front passenger occupant classification system
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Electrical system
Automatic Transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contactyour Lexus dealer.
Battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Fluid capacity*6.87 qt. (6.5 L, 5.72 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transaxle accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the automatic transaxle of your vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N, 51
kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,3 0.6 kg f ) .
Steering
Pedal clearance *12.4 in. (61 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *27  10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluidAutomatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .............................................................188
ABS................................................................ 161
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 136
AFS .............................................................. 136
Air conditioning filter ..........................340
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................340
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................... 188
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 79
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 83
Airbag warning light ........................ 376
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 83
Front passenger occupant classification system.........................88
General airbag precautions ........... 83
Locations of airbags............................. 77
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 87
Proper driving posture ............. 75, 83
Side airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Side airbag precautions .................... 83
SRS airbags .............................................. 77 Alarm.............................................................72
Antenna .................................................... 202
Anti-lock brake system ......................... 161
Armrest .................................................... 273
Ashtray...................................................... 266
Audio input.............................................. 222
Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 202
Audio input............................................ 222
AUX adapter ....................................... 222
CD player/changer ......................... 205
MP3/WMA disc................................... 211
Optimal use ........................................... 219
Portable music player ...................... 222
Radio .........................................................198
Steering wheel audio switch.........223
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................... 188
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................... 137
Automatic light control system........ 135
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ..................... 119
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 409
S mode ..................................................... 120
AUX adapter ......................................... 222
Auxiliary box .......................................... 262A

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Shift leverAutomatic transmission......................119
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 409
Shift lever lighting................................. 253
Shift lock system ................................... 409
Side airbags ................................................ 77
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 357
Switch ........................................................ 135
Wattage ................................................... 431
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 58
Mirror position memory ....................44
Smart access system with push-button start
Entry function .......................................... 22
Starting the engine................................116
Spare tire Inflation pressure ............................... 334
Storage location................................. 397
Spark plug ................................................426
Specifications..........................................422
Speech command switch*
Speedometer........................................... 125
Steering wheel
Audio switches ....................................223
Power adjustment ................................ 56
Steering wheel position memory ..................................................44
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 354
Wattage ................................................... 431
Storage feature ..................................... 256 Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 419
Sun visors ................................................. 263
Sunshade Rear........................................................... 274
Roof..............................................................65
Switch Emergency flasher switch .............364
Engine switch .......................................... 116
Fog light switch .................................... 138
Hazard light switch ...........................364
Ignition switch ......................................... 116
Light switches ....................................... 135
Power door lock switch .................... 37
Power window switch ........................60
Window lock switch............................60
Wipers and washer switch ............ 139
Tachometer.............................................. 125
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ........................354
Switch........................................................ 135
Wattage ................................................... 431
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm........................................................... 72
Engine immobilizer system.............. 70
Theft prevention labels .......................... 74
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 334
Tire information Glossary ................................................ 440
Size............................................................ 437
Tire identification number.............. 437
Uniform tire quality grading ........ 438
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.