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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are nearby.
●If a radio set at similar frequency is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the wheels or
wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used (Even if you use Lexus wheels, the tire
pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.)
●If tire chains are used.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after flashing frequently for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after flashing frequently for 1 minute
when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 5 8 0 )
CAUTION
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly 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.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change
it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures■ If the engine coolant temperature warning light comes on or flashes
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from the engine area.
If you see steam:
Stop the hybrid system. Carefully lift the hood after the steam
subsides and then restart the hybrid system.
If you do not see steam:
Leave the hybrid system operating and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating:
Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning light goes
off and then stop the hybrid system.
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and call your Lexus dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:
●The high engine coolant temperature warning light comes on or
flashes:
The engine may be overheating.
● “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is sh own on the multi-information
display:
The power control unit may be overheating.
Follow the correction procedure as described below.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
After the hybrid system has cooled
down sufficiently, check the engine
coolant level and inspect the cool-
ing system for leaks.
If the engine compartment cover
needs to be removed. (P. 4 2 9 )
Add engine coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is unavail-
able. ( P. 5 6 0 )
Have the vehicle inspected at the ne arest Lexus dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
■ If “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system.
Leave the hybrid system operating and carefully lift the hood.
Check if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating:
Wait until the “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” message disap-
pears and then stop the hybrid system.
If the message does not disappear, call your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and call your Lexus dealer.

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6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly inflated
and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excess ive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipp ed, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows

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For information regarding the equipment listed below,
refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
• Navigation system
• Audio/video system
• Air conditioning
• Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogging
• Windshield wiper de-icer
• Climate control
•Rear view monitor system
• Wide view front monitor system
• Intuitive parking assist
Abbreviation list .................... 608
Alphabetical index .................. 610
What to do if... ....................... 624

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CALCalibration
CRSChild Restraint System
ECOEconomy/Ecology
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
GPSGlobal Positioning System
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
HUDHead-up Display
I/MEmission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LKALane-Keeping Assist
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (vehicles without navigation system)Air conditioning filter .......................456
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 256
A/C (vehicles with navigation system)*
ABS............................................................. 229
AFS ..............................................................188
Adaptive front lighting system .........188
Air conditioning filter ..........................456
Air conditioning system (vehicles without navigation system)Air conditioning filter .......................456
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 256
Air conditioning system (vehicles with navigation
system)*
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................................ 109
Airbag precautions for your child...........................................................113
Airbag warning light ........................ 499
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 110
Curtain shield airbag precautions ...........................................113
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 118
General airbag precautions ............113
Locations of airbags.......................... 106 Modification and disposal of
airbags..................................................... 117
Proper driving post ure ............ 104, 113
Side airbag operating conditions ..............................................110
Side airbag precautions..................... 113
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ........................110
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ........................................... 113
SRS airbags ............................................106
Alarm .......................................................... 100
Antenna .....................................................274
Anti-lock brake system ...................... 229
Armrest ..................................................... 381
Audio input (vehicles without navigation system) ............................... 311
Audio input (vehicles with navigation system)*
Audio remote control switches*
Audio system (vehicles without navigation system)Antenna................................................... 274
Audio input ............................................... 311
Audio visual input.................................. 311
AUX port .................................................. 311
CD player .............................................. 277
CD player/changer .......................... 277
MP3/WMA disc............................... 285
Optimal use .........................................308
Portable music player ......................... 311
Radio ....................................................... 269
Steering wheel audio switch.......... 312A

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Alphabetical index
Audio system (vehicles with navigation system)*
Audio/video system*
Audio visual input (vehicles without navigation system) .............. 311
Audio visual input (vehicles with navigation system)*
Automatic air conditioning system (vehicles without navigation system)Air conditioning filter ....................... 456
Air conditioning system ................. 256
Automatic air conditioning system.................................................. 256
Automatic air conditioning system (vehicles with navigation system)*
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................190
Automatic light control system ........186
AUX port (vehicles without navigation system)............................... 311
AUX port (vehicles with navigation system)*
Auxiliary box ...........................................374 Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 476
Wattage ................................................. 564
Battery Checking ...............................................439
If the vehicle has a discharged 12-volt battery...................................543
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 249
Bluetooth
® (vehicles without
navigation system) ............................. 315
Bluetooth
® (vehicles with navigation
system)*
Bottle holders ......................................... 373
Brake Fluid...........................................................562
Parking brake ........................................162
Brake assist.............................................. 229
Break-in tips ............................................. 139
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................................................... 165
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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