
4607-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Install the outer cover of the mir-
ror by installing the lower side
first, then installing the upper side.
When installing the lower side of the
cover, insert the side turn signal light
pin into the hole in the cover.
Secure the cover with screws and
reconnect the connectors back
together.
Secure the wire harness by reinstall-
ing it to the hooks on the back side of
the mirror surface as it was.
Align the tabs, and secure the
mirror by pushing in each diago-
nally-opposite pair of tabs in
order.
Make sure to insert the tabs in order
as shown in the illustration, and push
them in until a click is heard.
If you do not hear the click, do not
force the tabs in. Instead, remove the
mirror and check that the tabs are
aligned.
After securing the mirror, remove the
protective tape applied to the lower
part of the mirror cover.
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4778-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Electric power steering system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) sys-
tem
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Pre-crash safety system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)
The warning light will operate as follows, even when the system is
not malfunctioning:
• The light will flash quickly when the system is operating.
(→P. 2 7 1 )
• The light will turn on when the pre-crash safety system is dis-
abled. (→P. 2 7 2 )
• The light will turn on when the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system is disabled. (→P. 2 6 7 )
• The light will flash when the system cannot temporarily be used.
(→P. 4 9 0 )
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRC (Traction Control) system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC or the TRC system is operating.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

4808-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute (if
equipped)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have it checked by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
CAUTION
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. The vehicle will
become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■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 oper-
ate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on (if equipped)
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
XVehicles with a compact spare tire
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
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 authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
XVehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
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, repair the
flat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit.
●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.

4858-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
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.
Indicates that the shift lever was used to attempt to shift
to the first gear position in M mode on a slippery road
surface
The gear position will not shift from the second gear.
A buzzer also sounds.
→Drive the vehicle in the second or a higher gear
position.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
→P. 5 3 1
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

5068-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may be dam-
aged if not handled correctly.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped)
•PCS (if equipped)
•EPS• LDA (Lane departure alert)
(if equipped)
• Rear view monitor system
(if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor
(if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist-sensor
(if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 376
Air conditioning filter........................440
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 376
Blower customization .....................383
AAC disc .................................................. 319
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ....... 265
Function ..................................................265
Warning light ....................................... 477
Accent color ............................................ 102
Air conditioning filter ..........................440
Air conditioning system ..................... 376
Air conditioning filter........................440
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 376
Blower customization .....................383Airbags .......................................................... 41
Airbag manual on-off system..........52
Airbag operating conditions ........... 47
Airbag precautions for
your child ...............................................43
Correct driving posture.....................34
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions .............................................. 47
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 45
General airbag precautions ............43
Locations of airbags ............................. 41
Modification and disposal of
airbags.....................................................46
Side airbag operating
conditions .............................................. 47
Side airbag precautions.....................43
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ........................ 47
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions ...........................................43
SRS airbags ............................................... 41
SRS warning light .............................. 476
Airbag manual on-off system ............. 52
Alarm ............................................................ 83
Anchor brackets .......................................67
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) ........................................ 130
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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ....... 265
Function ..................................................265
Warning light ....................................... 477
Approach warning ............................... 234
Armrest .................................................... 400
Assist grips ..............................................402
Audio input ............................................... 301
Audio system .......................................... 294
Audio CD player .................................319
Audio input ............................................ 301
AUX port/
USB port ............................................. 301
Bluetooth
® audio .............................. 343
iPod........................................................... 326
Optimal use ......................................... 309
Portable music player...................... 334
Radio .......................................................... 317
Steering wheel audio switch ....... 300
USB memory....................................... 329
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................. 208
Warning light ....................................... 477
Automatic High Beam .......................209
Automatic light control system ......206
AUX port .................................................. 301
Average fuel economy..........................101
Average vehicle speed .........................101Back-up light
Replacing light bulb ......................... 456
Wattage ................................................. 548
Battery....................................................... 422
Battery checking................................. 422
If the vehicle has discharged
battery...................................................527
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 288
Warning light....................................... 476
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) .............. 278
Blower customization......................... 383
Bluetooth®
Audio system....................................... 343
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ....................... 345
Bottle holders......................................... 393
Brake
Fluid .......................................................... 545
Parking brake ...................................... 205
Warning light....................................... 476
Brake assist ............................................ 265
Break-in tips ............................................. 177
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........ 98
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 278
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Warning buzzers
Approach warning............................ 234
Brake system ....................................... 476
Downshifting ........................................ 202
Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder ............................................. 478
Lexus parking assist-sensor ......... 247
Open door............................................ 478
Pre-crash braking ............................... 271
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder ............................................. 478Warning lights ............................................ 91
ABS ........................................................... 477
Automatic headlight leveling
system................................................... 477
Brake system ....................................... 476
Charging system ............................... 476
Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder light................................... 478
Electric power steering
system................................................... 477
Low fuel level....................................... 478
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 476
Master warning light ........................ 478
Open door ........................................... 478
Pre-crash safety system .................. 477
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights ................................ 478
Slip indicator ......................................... 477
SRS ........................................................... 476
Tire pressure........................................ 478
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