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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 416
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.............................. 417
If you think something is
wrong ............................. 423
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................ 4245-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 425
If a warning message is
displayed ........................ 431
If you have a flat tire........ 444
If the engine will not start 454
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................ 456
If you lose your keys ....... 457
If the electronic key does
not operate properly....... 458
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 462
If your vehicle overheats . 465
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................... 468
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency...................... 469

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved
in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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Once(Comes on for 10 sec-
onds.)
(Flashing)
Indicates that
the key battery
is low.Replace the bat-
tery. (P. 390)

Indicates that
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch has been
turned twice to
ACCESSORY
mode without
starting the
engine when a
closed door is
opened.
Press the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch while
applying the
brakes.

(Flashing)
Indicates that
the steering lock
has not released
within 3 seconds
of pressing the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch.Press the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch again
while turning
the steering
wheel with the
brake pedal
depressed.
Inte-
rior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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*: If the engine does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehicle,
the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be difficulties
receiving the signal from the key. (P. 41)
OnceIndicates that
the electronic
key does not
operate properly.
P. 4 6 0
Once
Inte-
rior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (P. 146), consider each of the following points.
The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct start-
ing procedures. (P. 146)
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a
low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 462)
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 462)
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer sys-
tem. (P. 92)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional, if the problem can-
not be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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IS F_EETo change “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes: Within
10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal
and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can
be changed each time the switch is pressed. (P. 147)
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch within 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping
the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as
you normally do when stopping the engine.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
(P. 390)
Alarm
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered.
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If the vehicle battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle's battery is discharged.
You can call any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second
vehicle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Lexus
following the steps below.
Connecting the jumper cables.
Remove the engine cover.
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown
in the illustration. (The illustration depicts a left-hand drive
vehicle. For right-hand drive vehicles, connect the jumper
cable to the metal base fitting of the engine cover pin by the
side of the engine oil filler cap.)
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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
To prevent battery discharge
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine 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, etc.
Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the 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
battery may discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The bat-
tery recharges automatically during driving.)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the
engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery of your
vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode, then start the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
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