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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Brake fluid■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
■ Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item.
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
ItemsClean funnel
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency.
Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted sur-
faces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.

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Fuse layout and amperage ratingsEngine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1HTR50 AAir conditioning system
2RDI40 AElectric cooling fans
3OIL PMP10 AHybrid system, transmission
4S-HORN10 ANo circuit
5ABS MAIN NO.27. 5 AElectronically controlled brake system
6H-LP CLN30 AHeadlight cleaner
7P- CO N M T R30 A
P position control system, hybrid sys-
tem, smart access system with push-
button start
8AMP NO.130 AAudio system, back door opener
9IGCT30 APCU, IGCT NO.2, IGCT NO.3,
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10P CON MAIN7. 5 A
P position control system, hybrid sys-
tem, smart access system with push-
button start
11AM27. 5 A
Smart access system with push-button
start, hybrid system, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, P position con-
trol system, cruise control system,
dynamic radar cruise control system
12ECU-B27. 5 A
Smart access system with push-button
start, multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, trunk opener switch
13MAYDAY10 AMAYDAY
14ECU-B310 AAir conditioning system, rear window
defogger, mirror heater
15TURN & HAZ10 ATurn signal lights, emergency flashers
16ETCS10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
17ABS MAIN NO.120 AElectronically controlled brake system
18P/ I 240 A
P position control system, hybrid sys-
tem, transmission, smart access sys-
tem with push-button start, horn,
headlights (low beam), back-up lights
19ABS MTR 130 AElectronically controlled brake system
20ABS MTR 230 AElectronically controlled brake system
21H-LP HI MAIN20 AHeadlights (high beam)
22AMP NO.230 AAudio system, navigation system
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
High engine coolant temperatur e warning light (flashes or
comes on)
Indicates that the engine is overheating →P. 552
• Flashes: Engine is overheating. Drive carefully.
• Comes on: Engine is overheated. Stop the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampIndicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The hybrid transmission control system
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
“ABS” warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use
with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp cornering.
■When storing the compact spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the compact spare tire
and the body of the vehicle.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
●ABS & Brake assist
●Enhanced VSC
●TRAC
●Cruise control system
●Dynamic radar cruise control system (if equipped)
●Lane-Keeping assist (if equipped)
●Adaptive Front-lighting System (if equipped)
●Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
●Pre-collision system (if equipped)
●Navigation system (if equipped)
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.

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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*Air conditioning filter ....................... 464
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 266
ABS.............................................................238
AFS .............................................................. 193
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 193
Air conditioning filter .......................... 464
Air conditioning system* Air conditioning filter ....................... 464
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 266
Airbags Airbag operating
conditions...............................................112
Airbag precautions for your
child.......................................................... 116
Airbag warning light ........................503
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions...............................................113
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 116
Front passenger occupant classification system..........................121
General airbag pr ecautions ........... 116
Locations of airbags.......................... 109
Modification and disposal of airbags ...................................................120
Proper driving posture ............ 107, 116
Side airbag operating conditions...............................................113
Side airbag precautions .................... 116
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ........................113
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .......................................... 116
SRS airbags ........................................... 109 Alarm.......................................................... 103
Antenna .................................................... 284
Anti-lock brake system ...................... 238
Armrest ......................................................391
Audio input* .............................................321
Audio remote control switches*
Audio system*
Antenna.................................................. 284
Audio input............................................. 321
Audio visual input................................ 321
AUX port ................................................ 321
CD player ..............................................287
CD player/changer ..........................287
iPod .......................................................... 302
MP3/WMA disc............................... 295
Optimal use ........................................... 318
Portable music player ....................... 321
Radio ........................................................279
Steering wheel audio switch......... 322
USB memory ........................................ 310
Audio/video system*
Audio visual input* .................................321
Automatic air conditioning system* Air conditioning filter ....................... 464
Air conditioning system ................. 266
Automatic air conditioning
system.................................................. 266
Automatic headlight leveling
system ..................................................... 195
Automatic light control system.......... 191
AUX port* ................................................321
Auxiliary box .......................................... 384A

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What to do if...
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■Warning lights
*1: Slip indicator comes on.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
P. 5 0 4
or
P. 5 0 2P. 5 0 4
P. 5 0 2P. 5 0 4
P. 5 0 3P. 5 0 4
P. 5 0 3P. 5 0 4
P. 5 0 5
or
P. 5 0 3P. 5 0 5
P. 5 0 3P. 5 0 5
P. 5 0 5
or
P. 5 0 3P. 5 0 5
P. 5 0 4P. 5 0 5
P. 5 0 4P. 5 0 6
Brake system warning light“AFS OFF” indicator light*2
Slip indicator light*1
Charging system warning
light“LKA” indicator light*2
High engine coolant temperature
warning lightCruise control indicator
light*2
Brake system warning lightRadar cruise control
indicator light*2
Malfunction indicator lampAutomatic High Beam
indicator light*2
Open door warning light
SRS warning lightLow fuel level warning light
“ABS” warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Electric power steering system warning lightMaster warning light
“PCS” warning light*2Tire pressure warning light