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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
If recharging with the 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
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.
After recharging/reconnecting the battery
In some cases, the engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to ini-
tialize the system.
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or depress the
brake pedal with the shift lever in N (manual transmission), and
turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Open and close any of the doors.
Start the engine. (If the engine does not start first time, repeat the
procedure.)
If the engine will not start even after multiple attempts at the above method,
contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
IS250/220d/200d_EE
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, 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 temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emer-
gency towing eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard,
surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, such as a commercial towing service, using a
lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provin-
cial and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle's front wheels and axles must be in
good condition. (P. 463)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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5-1. Essential information
IS250/220d/200d_EETowing eyelets
Emergency towing procedure
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Put the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY mode
or IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
Caution while towing
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
When towing a vehicle without using a towing dolly
(vehicles with a manual transmission)
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must not be OFF.
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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
From the front
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: Use a towing
dolly under the rear wheels.
Vehicles with a manual trans-
mission: We recommend to use
a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
release the parking brake and
shift the shift lever to N.
From the rear
Switch to ACCESSORY mode
so that the steering wheel is
unlocked.
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Have the vehicle inspected 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 any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional,
immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS;
• The brake assist system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Once
(Flashing)
Indicates that
the key battery
is low.Replace the bat-
tery. (P. 435)
Once
(Vehicles with an
automatic transmis-
sion)
Indicates that a
door has been
opened or closed
and the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch has been
turned twice to
ACCESSORY
mode with the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch OFF.
Press the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch while
applying the
brakes.
Once
(Vehicles with a man-
ual transmission)
Indicates that a
door has been
opened or closed
and the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch has been
switched twice
to ACCES-
SORY mode
from OFF.
Press the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch while
depressing the
clutch pedal.
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rior
buzzerExte-
rior
buzzer
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS250/220d/200d_EE
*: 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. 42)
Once
(Vehicles with a man-
ual transmission)Indicates that
the electronic
key does not
operate properly.
P. 5 2 2

(Vehicles with a man-
ual transmission)
Inte-
rior
buzzerExte-
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buzzer
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
IS250/220d/200d_EE
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with a spare tire)
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
Before jacking up the vehicle
Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P (vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission) or R (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Stop the engine.
Turn on the emergency flashers.
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
With a compact spare tire
Jack
Jack handle
Tighte Loosen
Spare tire
Tool bag
(including towing eye-