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Rear window defogger *2P. 218
Tires
●Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 477
P. 511
P. 516
Tail lights P. 158
Side marker lights P. 158
Trunk P. 46Doors P. 42
Fuel filler door P. 80
Rear turn signal lights
P. 143
: If equipped
*2: For vehicles with a navigation system, refe r to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
ItemsCheck points
Door/trunk• Operates smoothly?
Engine hood• The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks• Is there any leakage after parking?
Ti r e
• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-aged?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.
ItemsCheck points

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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short
distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to s teer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condi-
tion.
Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing se rvice, using a lift-type truck or a flat
bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towi ng, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle’s front wheels and axles must be in good
condition. ( P. 4 4 7 )
If they are damaged, use a to wing dolly or flat bed truck.

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temper ature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, sp ongy feeling, pedal almost touches
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 all 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
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.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do no t 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 while it is supported by the
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 greate r 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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Alphabetical index
TiresChains ..................................................... 204
Checking ............................................... 397
If you have a flat tire ...........................477
Inflation pressure............................... 408
Inflation pressure sensor................ 397
Information............................................. 516
Replacing ................................................477
Rotating tires ........................................ 397
Size .............................................................. 511
Snow tires .............................................. 204
Tools ........................................................... 477
Total load capacity ...............................203
Towing Dinghy towing ..................................... 207
Emergency towing ........................... 443
Trailer towing.......................................206
TRAC.......................................................... 187
Traction control ...................................... 187
Transmission shift switches ...... 137, 139
Trip meter ................................................. 146
Trunk Extending trunk space ......................341
Opener ...................................................... 46
Trunk light Trunk light..................................................47
Wattage....................................................512 Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 435
Switch ........................................................ 143
Wattage ................................................... 512
USB port ....................................... 246, 254
Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................................... 330
Wattage ................................................... 512
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 330
VDIM...........................................................187
Vehicle dynamics integrated management .........................................187
Vehicle identification number.........503
Vehicle stability control .......................187
Voice command switch ..................... 293
VSC .............................................................187
Warning buzzers Brake system ....................................... 453
Open door .......................................... 456
Seat belt reminder ............................ 456
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 7 7If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 8 6If the engine will not start
P. 8 3Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 9 2If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out of PP. 4 8 7If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The display on the engine cool-
ant temperature gauge flashes
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 4 9 5If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 8 8If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 9 2If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 2Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 8 5Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 9 8If the vehicle becomes stuck