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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as dan-
gerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Lexus.
Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashes)
Indicates that the accel-
erator pedal is
depressed while the
shift position is in N.Release the accelerator
pedal and shift the shift
position to D or R.
Indicates that the EV
drive mode is not avail-
able
*2
The reason the EV
drive mode is not
available (the vehicle
is idling, battery
charge is low, speed is
higher than the EV
drive mode operating
speed range, accelera-
tor pedal is depressed
too much) may be dis-
played.
Use the EV drive mode
when it becomes avail-
able.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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1: Rear passengers’ seat belt buzzer
The rear passengers’ seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that the
rear seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds for 30 seconds after the
vehicle reaches a speed of 20 km/h (12 mph). Then, if the seat belt is still
unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
*2: For the EV drive mode operating conditions (P. 204).
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashes 3
times)
Indicates that the EV
drive mode has been
automatically can-
celled
*2
The reason the EV
drive mode is not
available (the battery
charge is low, speed is
higher than the EV
drive mode speed
range, accelerator
pedal is depressed too
much) may be dis-
played.
Drive the vehicle for a
while.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Interior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(Flashes)
The driver’s
door was opened
and closed with
the “POWER”
switch turned
off and then the
“POWER”
switch was put
in ACCES-
SORY mode
twice without
the hybrid sys-
tem being
started.
Press the
“POWER”
switch while
depressing the
brake pedal.
During a hybrid
system starting
procedure in the
event that the
electronic key
was not func-
tioning properly
(P. 630), the
“POWER”
switch was
touched with the
electronic key.
Press the
“POWER”
switch within 10
seconds of the
buzzer sound-
ing.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
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 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 508)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
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Stopping the hybrid system
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the “POWER”
switch as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
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 is depleted.
(P. 527)
Alarm (if equipped)
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. (P. 142)
Changing “POWER” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press
the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed.(P. 200)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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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 of your vehicle with the
“POWER” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the
“POWER” switch to ON mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicator light comes on. If the
indicator light does not come on, contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order from which they were
connected.
To install the engine cover, conduct the removal proce-
dure in reverse. After installing, check that the fixed pins
are inserted securely.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at any
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6-2. Customization
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Automatic
air condi-
tioning
system
(P. 318)
Efficient ven-
tilation mode
(Switching
between out-
side air and
recirculated air
mode linked to
“AUTO”
switch opera-
tion)*
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OnOffO––O
AUTO A/C
MODE
(Enable/dis-
able auto-
matic
operation of
the air condi-
tioning com-
pressor when
the “AUTO”
switch ON)
OffOnO–OO
Heating/cool-
ing operation
minimized in
Eco drive
mode
OnOff–––O
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting