2014 Lexus IS300h ABS

4867-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■Outer foot lights
Press the upper part of the out-
side rear view mirror to tilt the
mirror face upward, and apply
protective tape to the lower part
of the mirror cover.
Insert 2 flathead screwdrivers
wrapped in protective tape, and
disconnect the tabs behind the
mirror.
Pry the mirror out toward you, dis-
connecting the tabs 2 at a time.
Work carefully, ensuring that you do
not drop the mirror.
Disconnect the connectors
behind the mirror, and remove
the mirror.
When removing the thin connectors,
make sure to mark one of the con-
nectors with a piece of tape, to avoid
mixing them up when reinstalling.
Work carefully, ensuring that you do
not drop the mirror.
When handling the mirror, do not
touch the parts applied with grease.
The number of connectors equipped
differs by vehicle specification.
Remove the 5 screws and take off
the mirror’s outer cover and the
cover behind the mirror.
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4887-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Install the visor cover on the mir-
ror frame, secure it with a screw,
and install the side turn signal light
and outer foot light.
Use only the screw position shown in
the illustration.
Align the tabs on the side turn signal
light unit and the cover and install it.
Interlock the groove of the outer foot
light unit with the tabs on the cover
and secure it.
After installing the outer foot light
unit, turn on the outer foot light to
visually check that there is no light
leaking from the bulb base.
Disconnect the tabs, and sepa-
rate the top and bottom of the
outer cover of the mirror.
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4897-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
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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5048-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
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 9 2 )
• The light will turn on when the pre-crash safety system is dis-
abled. (→P. 2 9 3 )
• The light will turn on when the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system is disabled. (→P. 2 8 8 )
• The light will flash when the system cannot temporarily be used.
(→P. 5 1 8 )
→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, the TRC or the ABS system is
operating.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
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5078-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the
power switch is turned to 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
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 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.
XVehicles with run-flat tires
●Decelerate to the lowest appropriate speed as soon as possible. Do not drive over 60
km/h (37 mph).
●Check and 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. Have the tire replaced by the nearest
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
●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.
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5138-2. 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 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 5 2
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered with
ice
A buzzer also sounds.
→Clean the sensor.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
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5478-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt
battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the steps below.
Open the hood (→P. 4 3 7 ) a n d f u s e
box cover.
Remove the clips.
Push the tabs on either side to
detach the lock and lift the lid off
while pulling the lock plate.
Open the exclusive jump starting
terminal cover.
If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if the 12-volt
battery is discharged.
You can also call any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
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IS300h_EE(OM53C61E)Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ........................................................... 398
Air conditioning filter........................469
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................................. 398
S-FLOW mode................................. 400
Blower customization .................... 405
AAC disc .................................................. 341
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......286
Function ..................................................286
Warning light ...................................... 504
Accent color .............................................. 117
Adaptive Variable Suspension
system .................................................... 287
Air conditioning filter .......................... 469
Air conditioning system .................... 398
Air conditioning filter........................469
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................................. 398
S-FLOW mode................................. 400
Blower customization .................... 405Airbags ........................................................ 43
Airbag manual on-off system......... 54
Airbag operating conditions ...........49
Airbag precautions for
your child .............................................. 45
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ..............................................49
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................................... 47
General airbag precautions ........... 45
Locations of airbags ............................43
Modification and disposal of
airbags.................................................... 48
Side airbag operating
conditions ..............................................49
Side airbag precautions.................... 45
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ........................49
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .......................................... 45
SRS airbags ..............................................43
SRS warning light .............................. 504
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