2017 Lexus IS300 stop start

5688-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditio ning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or
hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately an d contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High St op in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-
ual” is shown on the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the engine and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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Intercooler (IS200t)
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5708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other materi al under the rear wheels to help pro-
vide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and rele ase the parking brake. Then, while exer-
cising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
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627What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→ P. 172)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 174)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 122)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (→ P. 174)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (→P. 560)
●Is the battery discharged? ( →P. 562)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( →P. 182)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 174)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 149)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( →P. 174)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically

628What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passe nger wearing the seat belts? (→P. 518)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 186)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(→ P. 516, 522)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (→ P. 70)
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:
• Unlock the doors or open the trunk.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSOR Y or IGNITION ON mode, or start
the engine.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (→ P. 522)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 516, 522.A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

635Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
E-mail......................................................... 367
Eco drive mode ..................................... 285
Eco Driving Indicator..............................97
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Elapsed time ............................................ 100
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 290Warning light ........................................ 517
Electronic key ......................................... 106 Battery-saving function .....................123
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 559
Replacing the battery .......................493
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed ........................................ 522
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 559
If the engine will not start................557
If the vehicle battery is discharged .........................................562
If the warning buzzer sounds................................................... 516
If the warning light turns on............ 516
If you have a flat tire ......................... 546
If you think something is wrong................................................ 514
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 570
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 507
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................... 508
If your vehicle overheats ............... 566 Emergency flashers ............................ 506
Engine ........................................................576
ACCESSORY mode ....................... 173
Compartment ..................................... 464
Engine switch ........................................ 172
Hood........................................................ 462
How to start the engine.................... 172
Identification number....................... 576
If the engine will not start ............... 557
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..... 172
Overheating.........................................566
Engine coolant .......................................469 Capacity.................................................. 581
Checking ............................................... 469
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 294
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......................................................... 79
Engine immobilizer system ................. 68
Engine oil ..................................................466 Capacity................................................. 577
Checking ............................................... 466
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 294
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 468
Engine switch ........................................... 172
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 289
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ........ 290 Warning light ......................................... 517
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
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643Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
Shift lock system..................................... 182
Shift position and gear position ..........79
Side airbags ............................................... 36
Side marker lights.................................. 188Light switch ............................................188
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 502
Side mirrors ..............................................146 Adjusting and folding........................ 146
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)............248
Linked mirror function when reversing ..................................147
Mirror position memory .................. 134
Side turn signal lights ........................... 184 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 502
Turn signal lever .................................. 184
Side windows ...........................................149
Slip indicator............................................ 518
Smart access system with push-button start ....................... 122 Antenna location .................................. 122
Entry functions ................................. 111, 117
Starting the engine .............................. 172
SMS (Short message service)......... 367
Snow mode ...............................................178
Snow tires ................................................ 296 Spare tire ................................................. 546
Inflation pressure................................584
Storage location ................................. 547
Spark plug .................................................581
Specifications..........................................574
Speedometer ............................................. 79
Speed indicator.......................................... 81
Steering lock ............................................ 174 Column lock release ......................... 174
Steering wheel ........................................ 142 Adjustment.............................................. 142
Audio switches ...................................306
Heated steering wheel .....................410
Power easy access system ............. 134
Steering wheel position memory .............................. 134
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs .......................502
Storage feature ....................................... 415
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck........ 570
Sun visors................................................... 421
Sunshade Rear .......................................................... 423
Roof ............................................................154