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7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers...................534
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ......................535 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................ 536
If you think something is wrong....................................... 542
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 543
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds..... 544
If a warning message is displayed ................................ 552
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with a spare tire) .......................577
If you have a flat tire (vehicles without a spare tire) ............... 592
If the engine will not start .......... 612
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..............................614
If the parking brake cannot be released...................615
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................... 618
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...............................621
If your vehicle overheats ......... 625
If the vehicle becomes stuck ......................... 628
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Fuel pump shut off system
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is acti-
vated.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode or turn it off.
Restart the engine.
To minimize the risk of fuel leak age when the engine stalls or when an
airbag inflates upon coll ision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the
supply of fuel to the engine.
NOTICE
■Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been damaged
and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
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5687-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in
the tire pressure warning
system
Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn the engine
switch off then on again.If the tire pressure
warning indicator
flashes for 1 minute
then illuminates, there
is a malfunction in the
system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any
authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified
and equipped profes-
sional.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the tire
position information can-
not be recognized
Drive for a short while
and check if the display
updates.If the radio wave condi-
tions improve, the dis-
play may return to
normal. If the tire pres-
sure is still not dis-
played after driving for
several minutes, stop
the vehicle in a safe
place, turn the engine
switch off then on
again, and start driving.
If the tire pressure is still
not displayed even
after repeating this sev-
eral times, have the
vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified
and equipped profes-
sional.
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6207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when stop-
ping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted. (→P. 4 8 9 )
■Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set, the
alarm may be triggered.
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed.( →P. 2 3 8 )
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: →P. 6 5 0 )
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. ( →P. 1 3 3 )
CAUTION
■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows and moon
roof
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that there is
no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window
or moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in power window and moon roof.
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6267-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.Reservoir“FULL”
“LOW”
Coolant inlet cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air co nditioning system on to check that
the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from
the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after
a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air
flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off
repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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6287-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear wheels to
help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then, while
exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mu d, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRC. ( →P. 3 2 2 )
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668What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
(→ P. 547)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 255)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( →P. 544, 552)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move
inside the vehicle during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 8 6 )
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode
or start the engine. A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th e horn sounds (if equipped)
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676Alphabetical index
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Eco drive mode ...................................... 315
Eco Driving Indicator .................. 108, 112
Electric Power Steering (EPS)......... 321Function .................................................... 321
Warning light .......................................546
Warning message.............................557
Electronic key...........................................122
Battery-saving function.....................133
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................. 618
Replacing the battery...................... 489
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .......... 544
If a warning light turns on...............544
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................552
If the battery is discharged ..............621
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................. 618
If the engine will not start .................612
If the parking brake cannot be released......................................... 615
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................................614
If you have a flat tire .............. 577, 592
If you think something is wrong............................................... 542
If your vehicle becomes stuck.....628
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency..........535
If your vehicle needs to
be towed.............................................536
If your vehicle overheats ................625 Emergency brake signal......................321
Emergency flashers............................. 534
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 592
Engine ....................................................... 634 Accessory mode ............................... 238
Compartment ..................................... 454
Engine switch .......................................237
Hood ....................................................... 450
How to start the engine ..................237
Identification number....................... 633
If the engine will not start ................. 612
Ignition switch (engine switch)................................. 237
Overheating ........................................ 625
Engine compartment cover ............. 455
Engine coolant....................................... 459 Capacity................................................. 642
Checking ............................................... 459
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 354
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 99
Engine immobilizer system ................. 80
Engine oil ................................................. 456 Capacity................................................. 635
Checking ............................................... 456
Oil level warning message........... 562
Oil pressure warning message ............................................. 553
Preparing and checking before winter.................................... 354
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