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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed .....................................558
If you think something is wrong ........................................... 564
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ......................................... 565
If a warning message is displayed .....................................572
If you have a flat tire ...................575
If the hybrid system will not start .............................................. 588
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........................... 590
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................... 591
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ................................. 594
If your vehicle overheats ......... 599
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................................. 603 9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................. 606
Fuel information ........................... 616
Tire information............................. 619
9-2. Customization Customizable features ..............631
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize...........................641
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners............................................ 644
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ........ 645
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French) .........647
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............................... 656
Alphabetical index ................................ 6609Vehicle specifications
10For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL” for information rega rding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Lexus parking assist monitor• Audio/visual system
• Lexus Enform with Safety Con-
nect
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
( P. 5 6 5 )*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
( P. 5 6 6 )
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
( P. 5 6 5 )*1Electric power steering
system warning light
( P. 5 6 6 )
*2
Charging system warning
light ( P. 5 6 5 )*1Electric power steering
system warning light
( P. 5 6 6 )
*2
Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 565)
*1, 3
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
( P. 5 6 6 )
*2
High coolant temperature
warning light ( P. 565)*1Slip indicator light
( P. 5 6 6 )
*1Brake system warning light
( P. 5 6 5 )*1, 3
Brake hold operated
indicator ( P. 5 6 6 )
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 5 6 5 )*3
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 5 6 6 )
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 5 6 5 )*3
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 5 6 6 )
*1SRS warning light
( P. 5 6 6 ) Low fuel level warning light
(
P. 5 6 7 )
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
( P. 5 6 6 ) Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder light (
P. 5 6 7 )
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General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at
the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommende d that any problem you notice should
be brought to the attention of your Lexu s dealer or qualified service shop for
advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 5 1 0 )
Engine/power control unit
coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (P. 5 0 8 )
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? ( P. 5 0 4 )
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P. 5 0 9 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dIs there sufficient washer fluid? ( P. 511)
Luggage compartment
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connections. ( P. 5 1 2 )
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Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct proce-
dure as given in these sections.
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
12-volt battery con-
dition ( P. 5 1 2 )•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 5 1 0 )
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/power con-
trol unit coolant level
( P. 5 0 8 )
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality
ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite
and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P. 5 0 4 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 5 3 4 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 5 3 8 )
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver•Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser ( P. 5 0 9 )
Tire inflation pres-
sure ( P. 5 2 5 )• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d
( P. 511)• Water or washer fluid containi ng antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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Engine compartment
■12-volt battery
P. 5 1 2
Fuse box ( P. 5 3 4 )
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 5 0 8 )
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 505)
Power control unit coolant reservoir ( P. 5 0 8 )
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 5 1 0 ) Radiator (
P. 5 0 9 )
Condenser ( P. 5 0 9 )
Electric cooling fans
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 5 0 4 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k ( P. 5 1 1 )1
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With the engine at operating temperatur e and turned off, check the oil level on
the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine and turning
off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into
the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully with its
protruding areas ( in the illus-
tration) pointing towards engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
1
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4
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Measuring side
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■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of the
same type as that already in the
engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before adding
oil.Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consum ed while driving. In the following situations,
oil consumption may increase, and engine o il may need to be refilled in between oil
maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after
replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
Engine oil selection P. 6 1 0
Oil quantity (Low Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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WA R N I N G
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin dis-
orders such as inflammation and skin canc er, so care should be taken to avoid pro-
longed and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a sa fe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of
used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your Lexus
dealer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning recycling or dis-
posal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.