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When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmis-
sion. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional before towing.
The hybrid system is operating but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If there is a malfunction in the P position control system, the smart
entry & start system or the immobilizer system, or if the 12-volt
battery is discharged, the vehicle cannot be towed with the front
wheels on the ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this
case, transport the vehicle with both front wheels or all four wheels
lifted.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional or a commercial towing service, using a lift-
type truck or flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provin-
cial and local laws.
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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 eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
Do not turn the “POWER” switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the
parking lock.
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing. This
may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the vehicle
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehi-
cle could be damaged while being towed.
To prevent causing serious damage to the hybrid transmission when towing
using a wheel-lift type truck
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
To prevent causing serious damage to the hybrid transmission in emergency
towing
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may
cause serious damage to the hybrid transmission.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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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 run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
The hybrid system may not start. (P. 499)
If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not
be possible to shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the
vehicle cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the
front wheels will be locked. (P. 551)
When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system and
confirm that the shift position can be changed to each position using the
shift position indicator.
Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even
when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining
effects of certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time,
the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to
start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system
is operating.)
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C
Air conditioning filter ...........511
Automatic air conditioning
system
*..............................312
ABS ...........................................285
Air conditioning filter ...............511
Air conditioning system
*
Air conditioning filter ...........511
Automatic air conditioning
system.................................312
Airbags
Airbag manual on-off system .....
160
Airbag operating
conditions ...........................151
Airbag precautions for your
child....................................155
Airbag warning light ............560
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ...........................151
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .........................155
General airbag precautions ...155
Locations of airbags .............148
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................159
Proper driving posture ..........146
Side airbag operating
conditions ...........................151
Side airbag precautions.........155
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ...........151
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .........................155
SRS airbags ..........................148Alarm ........................................ 138
Antenna .................................... 334
Anti-lock brake system............. 285
Audio input ............................... 376
Audio remote control
switches
*
Audio system
Antenna................................ 334
Audio input .......................... 376
AUX port ............................. 376
CD player/changer ............... 335
MP3/WMA disc................... 344
Optimal use .......................... 373
Portable music player .......... 376
Radio.................................... 329
Steering wheel audio switches...
377
Audio/video system
*
Automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .......... 511
Air conditioning system....... 312
Automatic air conditioning
system................................ 312
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 235
Automatic light control system 232
AUX port .................................. 376
Auxiliary box.................... 446, 460
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Seat belt reminder light .............562
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ..........105
Child restraint system
installation ..........................173
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt.........................472
Emergency Locking Retractor
(ELR) ................................107
How to wear your seat belt ...104
How your child should wear
the seat belt.........................107
Pre-crash seat belts ...............292
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use.............107
Reminder light ......................562
Seat belt pretensioners ..........105
Seat heaters................................455
Seat position memory ..................98
Seats
Adjustment ......................94, 96
Adjustment
precautions .....................95, 96
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ..............173
Cleaning................................471
Driver’s seat position
memory ................................98
Head restraint........................101
Properly sitting in the seat ....146
Seat heaters ...........................455
Seat position memory .............98
Service reminder indicators ......222
Shift lever
Transmission ........................204Side airbags .............................. 148
Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding .......... 114
Mirror position memory ........ 98
Smart entry & start system
Antenna location .................... 62
Entry functions ...................... 59
Starting the hybrid system ... 196
Spare tire
Inflation pressure ................. 649
Storage location ................... 586
Spark plug................................. 646
Specifications ........................... 638
Speedometer ............................. 216
Steering wheel
Adjustment........................... 111
Audio switches .................... 377
Storage feature.......................... 441
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck .................................. 632
Sun visors ................................. 448
Sunshade
Roof ..................................... 123S
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Vanity lights
Vanity lights .........................449
Wattage .................................652
Vanity mirrors ...........................449
Vehicle identification number ...639
Vehicle stability control ............285
VSC ...........................................285
VSC+ .........................................286
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................558
Open door ............................562
Seat belt reminder .................562
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) .................................560
Automatic headlight leveling
system.................................561
Brake system ................558, 561
Charging system ...................559
Electric power steering
system.................................560
High coolant temperature .....559
Low engine oil pressure........559
Low fuel level .......................562
Malfunction indicator lamp ..560
Master warning light ............562
Open door .............................562
Pre-crash safety system ........561
Seat belt reminder light ........562
Slip indicator ........................561
SRS airbags ..........................560Warning messages
Back door............................. 570
Cruise control ...................... 568
Dynamic radar cruise
control ....................... 568, 572
EV drive mode ..................... 574
Headlight ............................. 567
Hood .................................... 570
Hybrid system ...................... 573
Hybrid system overheat ....... 573
Key....................................... 577
Lexus parking
assist-sensor............... 568, 571
Light reminder ..................... 571
Moon roof ............................ 570
Open door ............................ 569
Parking brake ....................... 571
Pre-crash
safety system ..... 568, 572, 576
Rear passenger seat belt
reminder ............................ 570
Smart entry & start system .. 577
Washer fluid ........................ 576
Washer
Checking .............................. 495
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................... 304
Switch .................................. 239
Washing and waxing ................ 466
Weight
Weight ................................. 638
Wheels ...................................... 509
Window glasses ........................ 119
Window lock switch ................. 120V
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