2014 LEXUS RX270 warning light

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
●If tire chains are used
●Vehicles with a full-size spare tire: If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor
radio wave signal reception
●Vehicles with a full-size spare tire: If a large metallic object which can interfere
with signal reception is put in the luggage compartment
■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 “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■Customization
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 6 2 2 )
CAUTION
■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
operate 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 loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure 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.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning message is displayed
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates the following:
• The brake fluid level is low; or,
• The brake system is malfunctioning.
A buzzer also sounds.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights comes on again after the following actions
have been performed, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
Stop the vehicle immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to
the vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
The warning light may come on if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
(Flashes)
(AWD models)
Indicates the AWD system has overheated
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the adaptive front lighting
system
Indicates a malfunction in the brake lights system
(Flashes)
(If equipped)Indicates a malfunction in the pre-crash safety system
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Lexus parking assist-
sensor
The malfunctioning assist-sensor is flashing.
Warning messageDetails
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Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system
or the radar cruise control system (If equipped)
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the
system, and then press the button again to reactivate
the system.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight
leveling system
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or,
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or,
• The brake assist system
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power
Steering) system
Warning messageDetails
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
Have the malfunction repaired immediately
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check
that the warning message and light go off.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Sounds
once
(Flashes)
The electronic key
is not detected
when an attempt
is made to start
the engine.
Confirm the loca-
tion of the elec-
tronic key.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EEFirmly tighten each wheel nut two
or three times in the order shown
in the illustration.
Tightening torque:
103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
STEP4
■The compact spare tire (if equipped)
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.
(→P. 6 1 7 )
■When using the compact spare tire (if equipped)
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire
pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the
following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (→P. 4 8 5 )
STEP5
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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RX350/270_EE
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C*
Air conditioning filter........................499
Automatic air conditioning
system*..................................................314
ABS ..............................................................271
ACCESSORY mode .......................... 180
Active torque control
4WD mode ............................................ 271
Adaptive front lighting system ........ 219
AFS .............................................................. 219
Air conditioning filter .......................... 499
Air conditioning system*
Air conditioning filter........................499
Automatic air conditioning
system*..................................................314
Airbags
Airbag manual on/off
system ....................................................163
Airbag operating conditions..........133
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................................... 137
Airbag warning light......................... 544
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................134
Curtain shield airbag
precautions.......................................... 137
General airbag precautions .......... 137
Locations of airbags............................ 131
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 141
Proper driving posture ...........129, 137Side airbag operating
conditions ............................................ 134
Side airbag precautions................... 137
SRS airbags ..............................................131
Alarm ........................................................... 122
All-wheel drive lock switch ...............277
Antenna .................................................... 329
Anti-lock brake system ........................ 271
Armrest ......................................................441
Assist grips .............................................. 443
Audio input ............................................. 379
Audio system*
Antenna .................................................. 329
Audio input ........................................... 379
AUX port .............................................. 379
Bluetooth
® audio system ............... 361
CD player/changer ......................... 330
Hands-free system for
mobile phone................................... 384
iPod .......................................................... 344
MP3/WMA disc................................337
Optimal use........................................... 377
Portable audio device..................... 379
Radio........................................................ 326
Steering wheel audio switch..........381
USB memory ...................................... 353
USB port.................................... 344, 353
Automatic air conditioning system*
Air conditioning filter ....................... 499
Air conditioning system* ................. 314
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................... 220
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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