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Emergency flashers
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.
Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is not
operating (while the “READY” indicator is not illuminated), the 12-volt battery
may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle
has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
In the following situations, it is not possible to be towed by another vehi-
cle using cable or chain, as the front wheels may be locked due to the
parking lock. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional or a commercial towing service.
There is a malfunction in the P position control system. (P. 581)
There is a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (P. 87)
There is a malfunction in the smart entry & start system. (P. 622)
The 12-volt battery is discharged. (P. 624)
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front, the
vehicle’s rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions. (P. 563,
566)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.
Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle
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Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound
even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the
warning buzzer may sound.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank becomes com-
pletely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle immediately. The mal-
function indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as
possible.
When the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with the tire pressure
warning system)
Inspect the appearance of the tire to check that the tire is not punctured.
If the tire is punctured: P. 591, 605
If the tire is not punctured:
Carry out the following procedure after the tire temperature has lowered suffi-
ciently.
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.
If the warning light does not go out even after several minutes, check that the
tire inflation pressure is at the specified level and carry out initialization. (P.
512)
The warning light may come on again if the above operations are conducted
without first allowing the tire temperature to lower sufficiently.
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes (vehicles with
the tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural
air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case,
adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few
minutes).
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Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system
A buzzer also sounds.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Indicates that the traction battery is low
A buzzer also sounds.
When stopping the vehicle for a long period of
time, shift the shift position to P. The battery
cannot be charged with the shift position in N.
Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 5 km/h
(3 mph) or more with the parking brake still
engaged
A buzzer also sounds.
Release the parking brake.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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*: For the EV drive mode operating conditions: P. 201
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-crash safety system is not cur-
rently functional because the grille cover or the sen-
sor is dirty
This message also appears when the pre-crash
safety system is not functional due to overheat-
ing.
Check the grille cover and the sensor and clean
them if they are dirty.
In case of overheating, the system will become
functional once the system cools down.
Indicates that the EV drive mode is not available*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, accelerator pedal is depressed too much)
may be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Use the EV drive mode when it becomes avail-
able.
Indicates that the EV drive mode has been automat-
ically canceled
*
The reason the EV drive mode is not available
(the 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.
A buzzer also sounds.
Drive the vehicle for a while.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes 3
times)
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Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
Power was turned off due to the
automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the
hybrid system, increase the
engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for approx-
imately 5 minutes to recharge
the 12-volt battery.
Con-
tinu-
ous
The driver’s door was opened
while any shift position other
than P was selected without turn-
ing off the power switch.
Shift the shift position to P.
Con-
tinu-
ousCon-
tinu-
ous
The electronic key was carried
outside the vehicle and the
driver’s door was opened and
closed while any shift position
other than P was selected without
turning off the power switch.
Shift the shift position to P.
Bring the electronic key back
into the vehicle.
(Flashes)
(Displayed alternately)
(Displayed alternately)
(Flashes)
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If the hybrid system will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The electronic key may not be functioning properly.* (P. 622)
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. (P. 8 3 )
There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.* (P. 8 7 )
There may be a malfunction in the P position control system.*
(P. 199, 581)
The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system. (P. 621)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 624)
The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(P. 504)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situa-
tion. Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. (P. 196)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 624)
One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected. (P.
504)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair proce-
dures are unknown.
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 func-
tioning normally. Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of
emergency.
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 profes-
sional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound.
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