2013 Lexus IS300h warning lights

5148-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Master warning light
The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a
message is currently being displayed on the multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights come on again after the following actions
have been performed, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If a warning message is displayed
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:
Except F SPORT modelsF SPORT models (when the main
meter is in the center position)
F SPORT models (when the
main meter is in the right-side
position)
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5218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Indicates that the power switch is turned off or
turned to ACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door
is opened while the lights are turned on
A buzzer also sounds.
Turn the lights off.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed
(with the power switch off, and the driver’s door
open)
A buzzer also sounds.
Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the windows are not fully closed
(with the power switch off, and the driver’s door
open)
A buzzer also sounds.
Close all the windows.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the windows and the moon roof are
not fully closed (with the power switch off, and the
driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
Close all the windows and the moon roof.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake override sys-
tem
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
Indicates that engine oil level is low
A buzzer also sounds.
Check the level of engine oil, and add if neces-
sary.
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
This message may be displayed when driving
under severe operating conditions. (For example,
when driving up a long steep hill.)
A buzzer also sounds.
Stop and check. (P. 556)
Warning messageDetails/Actions
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5238-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Automatic High Beam switch is
pressed while the headlights are in low beam.
Turn the high beam on and press the Automatic
High Beam switch again.
(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system was turned off, the pre-crash brake
system operation is stopped
Turn the VSC on. (P. 295)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) is
not currently functional because the grille cover or
the sensor is dirty
Check the grille cover and the sensor and clean
them if they are dirty.
Indicates that operation of large electricity consum-
ing systems such as the air conditioning system are
suspended
Stop using unnecessary electric components to
reduce electricity consumption. Wait a while
until the electric power supply is restored.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert) sys-
tem cannot be used because the vehicle speed is
lower than approximately 50 km/h (32 mph)
Drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (32 mph) or higher.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
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595Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Clock .........................................420
Coat hooks .................................424
Condenser .................................446
Console box ...............................414
Coolant ......................................444
Capacity ................................567
Checking ...............................444
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................311
Cooling system ..........................444
Engine overheating ...............556
Hybrid system overheating ...556
Cruise control
Cruise control .......................245
Dynamic radar cruise control .....
249
Cup holders ...............................415
Current fuel consumption ..........117
Curtain shield airbags .................43
Customizable features ...............576DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast)339
Daytime running light system . 227
Defogger
Front windshield .................. 404
Outside rear view mirrors .... 404
Rear window ........................ 404
Differential ............................... 569
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB)339
Dimensions ............................... 562
Display
Drive information ................ 117
Dynamic radar cruise control ....
249
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) 265
Multi-information display.... 116
Warning message................. 514
Distance .................................... 118
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...... 435
Door courtesy lights
Location ............................... 411
Wattage ................................ 572
Door lock
Doors ................................... 136
Smart entry & start system .. 149
Wireless remote control ....... 130D

599Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Fuel ............................................241
Capacity ................................564
Fuel gauge ............................110
Information ...........................573
Refueling ..............................241
Type ..............................241, 564
Warning light........................509
Fuel consumption ......................125
Average fuel economy..........117
Current fuel consumption .....117
Fuel filler door...........................241
If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened................243
Refueling ..............................241
Fuel gauge .................................110
Fuses ..........................................475
Gauges .......................................110
Glove box ..................................414
Glove box light ..........................414Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ................ 367
Head restraints .......................... 173
Headlight cleaner...................... 235
Headlights................................. 226
Automatic High Beam
system................................ 229
Discharge headlights
precautions ........................ 494
Follow me home system ...... 227
Light switch ......................... 226
Replacing light bulbs ........... 493
Wattage ................................ 572
Heaters ...................................... 398
Air conditioning system....... 398
Heated steering wheel.......... 409
Outside rear view mirrors .... 404
Seat heaters .......................... 410
Hill-start assist control.............. 293
High-voltage components........... 83
Hood ......................................... 437
Open..................................... 437
Pop Up Hood ......................... 56
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600Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Hooks
Cargo hooks ..........................417
Coat hooks ............................424
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ...34
Horn...........................................177
Hybrid battery (traction battery) .83
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
air vents .....................................84
Hybrid system .............................79
Emergency shut off system ....84
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ............122
EV drive mode......................214
High voltage components .......83
Hybrid System Indicator ......114
Hybrid system precautions .....83
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...309
If the hybrid system
will not start .......................546
Overheating ..........................556
Power (ignition) switch ........209
Starting the hybrid system ....209
Hybrid System Indicator ...........114
Hybrid transmission ..................216
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................548
Paddle shift switches ............218
S mode ..................................219Identification
Engine .................................. 563
Vehicle ................................. 563
Ignition switch (power switch) . 209
Illuminated entry system .......... 412
Immobilizer system .................... 90
Indicators .................................. 106
Initialization
Moon roof ............................ 189
Multi-information display.... 118
Power windows.................... 185
Tire pressure warning
system................................ 451
Inside door handle lights .......... 411
Inside rear view mirror ............. 178
Instrument panel light control .. 113
Interior lights ............................ 411
Wattage ................................ 572
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor ... 99
ISOFIX rigid anchors ................. 70I

601Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Jack
Positioning the jack ..............438
Vehicle-equipped jack ..........460
Jack handle ................................460
Jam protection function
Moon roof .............................188
Power window ......................185
Keyless entry
Smart entry & start
system.........................136, 143
Wireless remote control136, 143
Keys...........................................130
Battery-Saving Function.......150
Electronic key .......................130
If the electronic key does not
operate properly .................549
Key number plate .................130
Keyless entry ................136, 143
Mechanical key.....................131
Power switch ........................209
Replacing the battery ............472
Warning buzzer ....................137
Wireless remote control........130
Knee airbags ................................43Lane Departure Alert (LDA) .... 264
Language
(multi-information display).... 118
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .... 264
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever ........... 437
Hood lock release lever ....... 437
Shift lever ............................ 216
Turn signal lever .................. 222
Wiper lever .......................... 235
Lexus Display Audio system.... 316
Lexus Display Audio controller 318
Lexus parking assist-sensor ...... 271
License plate lights ................... 226
Light switch ......................... 226
Replacing light bulbs ........... 493
Light bulbs
Replacing ............................. 481
Wattage ................................ 572
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602Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Lights
Automatic High Beam
system.................................229
Fog light switch ....................233
Follow me home system .......227
Headlight switch ...................226
Illuminated entry system ......412
Interior light..........................412
Interior lights list ..................411
Personal lights ......................412
Replacing light bulbs ............481
Trunk light ............................146
Turn signal lever ...................222
Vanity lights .........................420
Wattage .................................572
Lock steering column ................212
Low profile tire .........................453
Luggage security system ...........145
Luggage under tray....................418Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance . 435
Maintenance data ................. 562
Maintenance requirements... 433
Maintenance system ................. 118
Malfunction indicator lamp ...... 507
Master warning light ................ 509
Meter
Changing the display ........... 112
Indicators ............................. 106
Instrument panel light control....
113
Meters .................................. 110
Multi-information display.... 116
Warning lights ..................... 105
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ........ 178
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ........................... 404
Outside rear view mirrors .... 180
Vanity mirrors...................... 420
MirrorLink............................. 391
MMS (Multimedia messaging
service) ................................... 375M