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Safety Connect LED light IndicatorsWhen the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode, the red indicator
light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off. Afterward, the green indica-
tor light comes on, indicating that the service is active.
The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage con-
ditions:
● Green indicator light on = Active service
● Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process
● Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)
● No indicator light (off) = Safety Connect service not active
Safety Connect services
■ Automatic Collis ion Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the
system is designed to automatically call the response center. The
responding agent receives the vehicle’s location and attempts to speak
with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emergency. If the
occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats
the call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services
provider to describe the situation, an d requests that assistance be sent
to the location.

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe the following precautions:
■When working on the engine compartment
●Make sure that the indicator on the “POWER” switch and the “READY” indicator
are both off.
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fans and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust manifold,
etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flam-
mable.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the “POWER” switch is off.
With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
(→ P. 444)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to
dirt in the air. Also, a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

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■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, observe the following precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the 12-volt battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the 12-volt battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
●Unlocking the doors using the smart key system may not be possible immedi-
ately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this happens, use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
●Start the hybrid system with the “POWER” switch in ACCESSORY mode. The
hybrid system may not start with the “POWER” switch turned OFF. However,
the hybrid system will operate normally from the second attempt.
●The “POWER” switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the battery is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the “POWER” switch mode to the status it was in
before the battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off the power before
disconnect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery if the
“POWER” switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
■Exterior
Make sure that the 12-volt battery terminals are not corroded and
that there are no loose connections, cracks or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
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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 dangerous 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.
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not operate the tire pressure warning reset switch without first adjusting the tire
inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pressure warning light
may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is low, or it may come on when
the tire inflation pressure is actually normal.

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HS250h_U_75050UDriver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1TA I L10 AParking lights, tail lights, license plate
lights, side maker lights, front fog lights
2PA N E L10 A
Navigation system, audio system, air
conditioning system, emergency
flashers switch, wiper de-icer switch,
seat heater switch, P position switch,
headlight cleaner switch, front pas-
senger’s seat belt reminder light,
power window switch, VSC-OFF
switch, HUD switch, AFS-OFF switch,
POWER ·ECO MODE switch, EV
mode switch, view select switch, trunk
opener switch, fuel lid opener switch,
glove box light, rear sunshade switch,
remote touch, rear view mirror switch

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■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking 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 4 )
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.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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1: Refer to the separate “Scheduled maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
*
2: For the EV drive mode operating conditions ( →P. 1 5 7 ) .
Indicates that the EV
drive mode is not avail-
able*
2
A buzzer also sounds.
The reason the EV drive
mode is not available
(the vehicle is idling, bat-
tery 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.
(Flashes 3
times)
Indicates that the EV
drive mode has been
automatically can-
celled*
2
A buzzer also sounds.
The reason the EV drive
mode is not available
(the battery charge is
low, speed is higher than
the EV drive mode
speed range, accelera-
tor pedal is depressed
too much) may be dis-
played.
Drive the vehicle for a
while.
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Once
(Flashes)
The driver's door
was opened and
closed with the
“POWER” switch
turned off and
then the
“POWER” switch
was put in
ACCESSORY
mode twice with-
out 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 functioning
properly
(→ P. 544), the
“POWER” switch
was touched with
the electronic key.
Press the
“POWER” switch
within 10 seconds
of the buzzer
sounding.

Indicates remain-
ing fuel is approxi-
mately 2.2 gal.
(8.3 L, 1.8
Imp. gal.) or less.Refuel the vehicle
with at least 2.6
gal. (10 L, 2.1
Imp. gal.) of fuel.
( → P. 9 7 )
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure