2017 Lexus GS450h warning lights

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Maintenance and care
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■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may need replacement. ( P. 442)
●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repa irer, or any reliable repairer.
■If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
■When replacing light bulbs
Lexus recommends that you us e genuine Lexus products designed for this vehicle. Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent overload, non-gen-
uine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be unusable.
WARNING
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury.
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use any otherobject in place of a fuse.
●Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
●Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.

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WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoid- able to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and oils on the bulb. Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result
in heat damage, fire, or wate r entering the headlight unit. This may damage the head- lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
NOTICE
■When replacing the outer foot lights
If the front window is stopping you from conducting the replace operation properly, open the window on the side you are working on to allow you enough space to work.
Continuing the operation without giving yourself enough space to work could lead you to scratch the vehicle.

4607-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
•Low brake fluid • Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dan-gerous.
(If equipped)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system  Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:• The hybrid system;
• The emission control system (if equipped); • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic hybrid transmission control system (if equipped)  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
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 retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

4657-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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WARNING
■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 retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 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 us ual 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.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressureimmediately.
●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 any authorized Lexusretailer or Lexus authorized repa irer, or any reliable repairer.
●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 syst em may not activate immediately.
NOTICE
■To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly
Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire pressure warning system may not operate properly.

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When trouble arises
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Indicates that the power switch is turned off or turned to ACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door is opened
while the lights are turned on A buzzer also sounds. Turn the lights off.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed (with the
power switch off, and the driver’s door open) A buzzer also sounds. Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the windows are not fully closed (with the
power switch off, and the driver’s door open) A buzzer also sounds. Close all the windows.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the windows and the moon roof are not
fully closed (with the power switch off, and the driver’s door open)A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows and the moon roof.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system A buzzer also sounds. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

4887-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
Indicates that the Automatic High Beam switch was pressed while the low beams were on Turn the high beam headlights on before pressing
the Automatic High Beam switch.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Adaptive High-beam System switch was pressed while th e low beams were on  Turn the high beam headlights on before pressing
the Adaptive High-beam System switch.
(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system was turned off, the pre-crash braking and pre- crash brake assist are stopped (The pre-crash warningfunction will be operational)
 Turn the VSC on. (P. 327)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) is tem- porarily unavailableA buzzer also sounds.
 When conditions improve, the system resumes operation. If this item is displayed continuously, have
the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliablerepairer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

5337-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical componen ts when the vehicle is running at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical appli-ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the
hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
■When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart entry & startsystem when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control or themechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery hasrecharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
●The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the 12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-v olt battery, turn the power switch off. If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
WARNING
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is notunintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to come
into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with each
other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the 12-volt battery.

585Alphabetical index
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DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast)*
Daytime running light system ......... 240
Defogger
Front windshield ................................. 352
Outside rear view mirrors............. 352
Rear window ........................................ 352
Differential ...............................................554
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB)*
Dimensions.............................................. 546
Display
12.3-inch display ................................ 344
Drive information .................................. 113
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range.................... 296
Energy monitor.....................................126
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .........286
Multi-information display .................... 111
Trip information ................................... 104
Warning message.............................466
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............399
Door courtesy lights
Location..................................................366
Wattage................................................. 558
Door lock
Doors .........................................................139
Smart entry & start system ............. 153
Wireless remote control ..................134
Doors...........................................................139
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system ............................. 143
Door glasses.......................................... 193
Door lock ................................................ 142
Open door warning buzzer .......... 154
Outside rear view mirrors ..............190
Rear door child-protector ............. 143
Double locking system.......................... 90
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/
Drive info 3 ............................................. 113
Drive information .................................... 116
Drive-Start Control ................... 201, 228
Driver’s seat position memory ..........178
Driving position memory ................ 179
Memory recall function ..................... 181
Power easy access system............. 178
Driving ...................................................... 200
Break-in tips......................................... 202
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Driving mode select switch.............. 311
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............. 331
Procedures........................................... 200
Winter drive tips ................................ 334
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ....... 325
Function.................................................. 325
Warning message ............................ 466
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.