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■Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passenger is not sitting in
the seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the following:
●The airbag sensor assembly
●Front airbag sensors
●The curtain shield and rear side airbag sensors
●The side and curtain shield airbag sensors
●The front passenger occupant classification ECU
●“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights
●The pressure sensor
●The belt tension sensor
●The seat belt buckle switches
●The driver’s seat position sensor
●The inflators
●The warning light
●The interconnecting wiring and power sources
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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Failure 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.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
Malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling sys-
tem.
Malfunction in the rear lights system.
(Flashing)
Malfunction in the steering lock system.
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If the hybrid system will not start
If the hybrid system will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed (
→P. 148), consider each of the following points.
■The hybrid system will not start even if you are carrying the cor-
rect electronic key
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The electronic key battery may be discharged. ( →P. 5 5 0 )
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
(→ P. 9 6 )
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 553)
● The 12 volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the 12 volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 553)
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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■Starting the hybrid system when the 12 volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■When the 12 volt battery is removed or discharged
The hybrid system may not start. (
→P. 4 4 8 )
Also, the intuitive parking assist must be initialized. (
→P. 5 3 1 )
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
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Electrical system
Differential
“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at fac-
tory fill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an
equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please con-
tact your Lexus dealer for further details.
12 volt battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6 12.8V Fully charged
12.2 12.4V Half charged
11.8 12.0V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the
hybrid system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
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Light bulbs
A: D4S high-intensity discharge bulbs
B: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
E: HB4 halogen bulbs
F: Double end bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights (low beam)D4S35A
Headlights (high beam)HB360B
Front turn signal lights21C
Parking lights5D
Fog lightsHB451E
Front side marker light1945D
Rear turn signal lights21C
Back-up lights92116D
Tr u n k l i g h t5F
InteriorVanity lights8D
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*: Vehicles sold outside Canada
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Moon roof
(
→P. 8 8 )
Linked door key opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Linked operation of com-
ponents when door key is
used
Slide onlyTilt only
Wireless remote control
linked operationONOFF
Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control used
Slide onlyTilt only
Automatic
light control
system
(
→P. 1 6 9 )
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Levels 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Daytime running lightONOFF*
Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
→P. 1 7 3 )
Switching operation when
the vehicle is stationaryONOFF
Drip prevention functionONOFF
Time elapsed before the
drip prevention function
operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on
the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
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ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Illumination
(
→P. 3 6 9 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedONOFF
Operation after the
“POWER” switch turned
OFF
ONOFF
Front/rear personal lights
turned on when a door is
openedCorresponding light onlyAll lights
OFF
Foot lights ONOFF
Shift lever lightONOFF
Outer foot lightONOFF
Front/rear personal lights
turned on when the inte-
rior lights are switched
“ON”
ONOFF
Rear sunshade
(
→P. 3 8 9 )
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e t h e
reverse operation feature
activates
0.7 seconds
0 seconds
0.9 seconds
1.2 seconds
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