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■Engine oil consumption
●The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the quality of
the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
●More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and fre-
quent acceleration and deceleration.
●A new engine consumes more oil.
●When judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil may
have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accurately.
●Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qt./600 miles (1.0 L per 1000
km)
●If you consume more than 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 lmp.qt.) every 600 miles (1000 km),
contact your Lexus dealer.
■Changing the engine oil (USA only)
To reset the oil change system, follow the procedure below:Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF with the trip meter A read-
ing shown. ( oP. 1 3 4 )
While pressing the trip meter reset button, set the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to the IGNITION ON mode. Continue to press and hold
the button until the trip meter displays “000000”.
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin
disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid
prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dis-
pose of used oil and filters in househol d trash, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, service station or auto parts store for information con-
cerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
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Washer fluidIf any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accesso-
ries are turned off.
CAUTION
■When refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers .............. 428
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 429
If you think something is wrong .................................. 435
Fuel pump shut off system ... 436
Event data recorder.............. 437
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ................................. 439
If a warning message is displayed................................ 449
If you have a flat tire................. 461
If the engine will not start ...... 471
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ....................... 473
If you lose your keys ............... 474
If the electronic key does not operate properly........... 475
If the vehicle battery is discharged ............................. 477
If your vehicle overheats ..... 480
If the vehicle becomes stuck........................................ 483
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If a warning message is displayed
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.
Warning messageDetails
(Flashing)
Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure. A buzzer also sounds.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning message turns on again after performing the fol-
lowing actions, contact your Lexus dealer.
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Warning messageDetails
(If equipped)
Indicates intuitive parking assist malfunction.A buzzer also sounds.
The malfunctioning assist-sensor is shown flashing on
the display.
(Flashing and then con-
tinuously on)
(Flashing)or
(Flashing)
(If equipped)Indicates a malfunction in the radar cruise control
system. A buzzer also sounds.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Switch the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to OFF and then to IGNITION
ON mode again to reset the cruise control system.
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