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Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to co rrect the suspected problem, check
that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Indicates that a door or the
trunk is not fully closed.
Check that both side doors
and the trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Remaining fuel
(Approximately 2.9 gal. [11 L,
2.4 Imp. gal.] or less)
Refuel the vehicle.
(On the instru-
ment cluster)
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light (warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt.Fasten the seat belt.
(On the center panel)
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the front passenger to
fasten his/her seat belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressureAdjust the tire inflation pres-
sure.
When the light comes on after
blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pres-
sure warning system
Have the system checked by
your Lexus dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If the open retractable hardtop warning buzzer sounds
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and open or close the retractable hard-
top fully.
CAUTION
■When the electric power steering warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, firmly hold and
operate it using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.Vehicles with run-flat tires
• Decelerate to the lowest appropriate speed as soon as possible. Do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h).
• Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Have the tire replaced by
the nearest Lexus dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
Vehicles with standard tires
• Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately.
• If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is
flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest
Lexus dealer.
• Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle
suddenly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
■Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to
bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts
to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or
grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
●Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5
kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and the wheels
may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with run-flat tires)
■In some condition (such as at high temperatures)
You cannot continue driving for up to 100 miles (160 km).
■If you cannot distinguish between the standard tires and run-flat tires
Consult your Lexus dealer.
■Spare tire
A spare tire is not provided on the vehicle with run-flat tires.
■For the detailed information on run-flat tires
See the tire warranty book.
Take your vehicle to the nearest Lexus dealer or authorized tire dealer as
soon as possible.
■ Run-flat tires (A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall)
You can continue driving a vehi-
cle with run-flat tires even if any
tire goes flat.
It is able to run for a maximum of
100 miles (160 km) at a speed
below 50 mph (80 km/h) after
the tire pressure warning light
comes on. ( →P. 4 6 5 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Parts removed during the manual closing procedure
Keep any parts removed during the procedure inside the vehicle and take all
removed parts and the vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
■When manually closing the retractable hardtop
Observe the following precautions:
●Stop the vehicle on a flat surface in a safe place.
●Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
●Ensure that there are no occupants inside the vehicle.
●Do not perform this procedure while there are strong winds blowing.
●Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
●Be careful not to catch any part of your body or clothing in the moving parts.
●Some parts of this procedure may result in an injury if performed with bare hands.
Protect your hands with gloves or a piece of cloth when performing the proce-
dure.
NOTICE
■After the retractable hardtop has been closed manually
●Drive as slowly as possible. The trunk lid may not be closed securely, causing it to
open due to wind pressure while driving.
●After the procedure is performed, take the vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon
as possible.

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Alphabetical index
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Cruise controlCruise control ...................................... 183
Dynamic radar crui se control .......187
Cup holder ..............................................343
Customizable features .......................557
Daytime running light system ............174
Defogger
Rear window........................................ 238
Side mirror ............................................ 238
Dimension ................................................526
Dinghy towing .............................225, 226
Display Dynamic radar crui se control .......187
Satellite switch mode ....................... 349
Trip information ....................................169
Warning message..............................472
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............ 386
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights.........................338
Wattage....................................................541
Doors
Door lock................................ 28, 40, 43
Door windows ....................................... 78
Side mirrors ............................................. 75
Driver's seat belt reminder light .....465
Driving Correct posture .................................... 98
Procedures ............................................. 132
Driving position memory ...................... 56 Electric power steering...................... 204
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly..............................501
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ................497
If the retractable hardtop does not close ................................... 514
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 499
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .................................................506
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 463
If the warning light turns on.......... 463
If the warning message is displayed ............................................. 472
If you have a flat tire ........................ 486
If you lose your keys ........................500
If you think something is wrong .................................................. 459
If the electronic key does not operate properly..............................501
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 512
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 453
If your vehicle overheats................509
Emergency flashers Switch...................................................... 452
Engine Compartment ......................................392
Engine switch ........................................ 142
Hood ....................................................... 389
How to start the engine ................... 142
Identification number .......................527
If the engine will not start ................497
Ignition switch ....................................... 142
Overheating ........................................509
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TachometerTacho indicator.................................... 159
Tachometer ........................................... 159
Tail lights
Switch ........................................................ 173
Talk switch ..................................................311
Telephone switch .....................................311
Theft deterrent system
Alarm .......................................................... 95
Engine immobilizer system ............. 93
Theft prevention labels .......................... 97
Tire inflation pressure .......................... 416
Tire information Glossary................................................ 550
Size ........................................................... 547
Tire identification number ............. 547
Uniform tire quality grading .........548
Tires
Chains ..................................................... 220
Checking ...............................................406
If you have a flat tire..........................486
Inflation pressure..................................416
Inflation pressure sensor................ 407
Information............................................545
Replacing...............................................486
Rotating tires ........................................406
Run-flat tire............................................495
Size ...........................................................536
Snow tires .............................................. 220
Spare tire................................................486
Tools ...........................................................486
Total load capacity ................................ 219 Towing
Dinghy towing ......................... 225, 226
Emergency towing ........................... 453
Trailer towing ....................................... 224
TRAC ........................................................ 204
Traction control..................................... 204
Transmission shift switches........ 149, 151
Trip meter ................................................. 159
Trunk Opener ...................................................... 47
Trunk light Trunk light ................................................ 48
Wattage ................................................... 541
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................444
Switch........................................................ 156
Wattage ................................................... 541
Vanity lights Vanity lights...........................................347
Wattage ................................................... 541
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 347
VDIM......................................................... 204
Vehicle dynamics integrated
management ....................................... 204
Vehicle identification number ......... 527
Vehicle stability control ..................... 204
Ventilators ............................................... 355
VSC ........................................................... 204T
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 8 6If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 9 7If the engine will not start
P. 9 3Engine immobilizer system
P. 5 0 6If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 9 9If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 5 0 9If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 5 0 0If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 5 0 6If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 3Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 9 5Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 1 2If the vehicle becomes stuck