2017 Lexus IS300 Power

5178-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Parking brake warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that the parking brake is engaged
→ Release the parking brake.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) sys-
tem
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) indicator
If the LDA indicato r is illuminated:
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system.
→ Check the warning message displa yed on the multi-information
display. ( →P. 522)
If the LDA indicator flashes:
Indicates that the vehicle has deviated from the lane (while the
LDA [Lane Departure Alert with stee ring control] system is oper-
ating)
→ Check the area around the vehicle and return the vehicle to
between the lane lines.
PCS warning light
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer sounds):
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer does not sound):
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is temporarily
unavailable, possibly due to either of the following:
• An area around the radar sensor or camera sensor being dirty
or covered with condensa tion, ice, stickers, etc.
→ Clear the dirt, condensation, ice, stickers, etc.
(→ P. 209, 210)
• Radar sensor or camera sensor operational conditions (such as
temperature etc.) being not met
→ Driving is possible in this case . The PCS (Pre-Collision System)
will be enabled if the operational conditions (such as tempera-
ture etc.) are met again.
When the warning lig ht is illuminated:
Either the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system or PCS (Pre-
Collision System) is disabled or both are disabled.
→ To enable the PCS, enable bo th the VSC system and PCS.
( → P. 218, 291)
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When trouble arises
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
*1: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:→ P. 526
*2: Open door warning buzzer:
→ P. 524
*3: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not
fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the buzzer
sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer
sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfast ened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound
intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the se at belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will
sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer soun ds to alert the front passenger that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer so unds once if the vehicle reaches a speed of
12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 se conds, the buzzer will
sound intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer
will sound in a different to ne for 90 more seconds.
Rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer so unds once if the vehicle reaches a speed of
12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 se conds, the buzzer will
sound intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer
will sound in a different tone for 24 more seconds.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side
impact sensors (front door), side impact se nsors (front), side impact sensors (rear),
driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant
classification system, “AIR BAG ON” indicat or light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light,
front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, airbags,
interconnecting wiring and power sources. (→P. 37)
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor
may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger
is not sitting in the seat.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fu el tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after severa l trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.

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IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insufficien t or the voltage temporarily drops, the
electric power steering system warning li ght may come on and the warning buzzer may
sound.
■When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressu re and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch will not tu rn off the tire pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caus ed by temperature. In this case, adjusting
the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with the spare tire
The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmit-
ter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat
tire has been replaced with the spare tire.
■Conditions that the tire pressure wa rning system may not function properly
→ P. 481
■If the tire pressure warning light freque ntly comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mo de, have it checked by your Lexus dealer.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake sy stem warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediat ely and contact your Lexus dealer. The vehi-
cle will become extremely unstable during br aking, and the ABS system may fail, which
could cause an accident resultin g in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel firmly
and operate it using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precaution s. 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 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, change it
with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer.
●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.

5268-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 3 mph (5
km/h) or more with the pa rking brake still engaged.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Release the parking brake.
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5398-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system was turned off, the pre-collision braking and pre-
collision brake assist are stopped (The pre-collision
warning function will be operational)
→ Turn the VSC on. ( →P. 291)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre -Collision System) is tempo-
rarily unavailable
→ When conditions improve, the system resumes
operation. If this message is displayed continuously,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that operation of large electricity consuming
systems such as the air conditioning system are sus-
pended
→ Stop using unnecessary electric components to
reduce electricity consumpt ion. Wait a while until
the electric power supply is restored.
If this message is freque ntly displayed, have the
vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer immediately.
Indicates that the PCS (Pre -Collision System) is tempo-
rarily unavailable
→ When conditions improve, the system resumes
operation. If this message is displayed continuously,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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5458-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
*: The engine may not be restarted depending on the vehicle condition.
■Warning messages
→P. 540
■Warning buzzer
→P. 520
Once⎯
After the engine switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in a
position other than P, the shift lever
has been shifted to P.
→ Turn the engine switch off.
⎯⎯
Power was turned off due to the
automatic power off function.
→Next time when starting the
engine, increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that
level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery.
Con-
tinuous⎯
Indicates that the engine was
stopped in an emergency while driv-
ing
→To restart the engine, shift the
shift lever to N and turn the
engine switch to IGNITION
ON mode.
*
Once⎯
Indicates that the engine switch has
been pressed while driving
→Except when emergency stop-
ping of the vehicle is needed,
immediately release the engine
switch.
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5618-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when stopping
the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the electronic
key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted. ( →P. 493)
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed.
( → P. 173)
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart access system wi th push-button start has not been deacti-
vated in the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: → P. 602)
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (→P. 123)
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or moon roof
Operate the power window or moon roof afte r checking to make sure that there is no
possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window or
moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to op erate the mechanical key. It is possible for children and
other passengers to get caught in the power window or moon roof.
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5668-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( →P. 79) enters the red
zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, insp ect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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