2017 Lexus IS300h ABS

5617-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Install the outer cover of the mir-
ror by installing the lower side
first, then installing the upper side.
When installing the lower side of the
cover, insert the side turn signal light pin into the hole in the cover.
Secure the cover with screws and
reconnect the connectors back
together.
Secure the wire ha rness by reinstall-
ing it to the hooks on the back side of
the mirror surface as it was.
Align the tabs, and secure the
mirror by pushing in each diago-
nally-opposite pair of tabs in
order.
Make sure to insert the tabs in order
as shown in the illustration, and push
them in until a click is heard.
If you do not hear the click, do not
force the tabs in. Instead, remove the
mirror and check that the tabs are aligned.
After securing the mirror, remove the
protective tape applied to the lower part of the mirror cover.
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5768-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
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.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in: • The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
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 any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
(If equipped)
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 displayed on the multi-information
display. ( P. 581)
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.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5778-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
(If equipped)
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 any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer 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. 259, 260) • 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 both the VSC system and PCS.
( P. 269, 354)
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC (Vehicle Stab ility Control) system; • The TRC (Traction Control) system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC, the TRC or the ABS system is operating.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed
 Check that all the doors and the trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is ap proximately 10 L (2.6 gal., 2.2 Imp. gal.) or less
 Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning
buzzer)*3
Warns the driver and/or front pass enger to fasten their seat belts  Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front passenger’s
seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5808-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
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 re liable repairer. The vehicle will become
extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in de ath 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.
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit
●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 ha ve a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, repair the
flat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
Vehicles with run-flat tires
●Decelerate to the lowest appropriate speed as soon as possible. Do not drive over 60 km/h (37 mph).
●Check and 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. Have the tire replaced by the nearest
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus author ized repairer, 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.

5898-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or • The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high A buzzer also sounds.
 P. 636
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. Con- tinuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(F SPORT models)

6318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt
battery, you can jump start your ve hicle by following the steps below.
Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried.
When connecting the jumper (or booster) cables, depending on the situa-
tion, the alarm may activate and doors
locked. (P. 94)
Open the hood ( P. 513) and fuse
box cover.
Remove the clips.
Push the tabs on either side to
detach the lock and lift the lid off
while pulling the lock plate.
If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if the 12-volt
battery is discharged.
You can also call any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 466
Air conditioning filter........................ 547
Automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................466
S-FLOW mode..................................469
Blower customization ..................... 475
AAC disc ................................................. 396
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ....... 352
Warning light ....................................... 576
Adaptive Variable Suspension
system ....................................................353
Air conditioning filter .......................... 547
Air conditioning system ..................... 466
Air conditioning filter........................ 547
Automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................466
S-FLOW mode..................................469
Blower customization ..................... 475
Airbags ........................................................ 43
Airbag manual on-off system......... 53
Airbag operating conditions ...........49
Airbag precautions for
your child .............................................. 45
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ..............................................49
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................................... 47
General airbag precautions ........... 45
Locations of airbags ............................43
Modification and disposal of
airbags.................................................... 48
Side airbag operating
conditions ..............................................49
Side airbag precautions .................... 45
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ........................49
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .......................................... 45
SRS airbags ..............................................43
SRS warning light .............................. 576
Airbag manual on-off system ............. 53
Alarm............................................................ 92
Anchor brackets .......................................67
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) ......................................... 157
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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .......352
Warning light ....................................... 576
Approach warning .............................. 300
Armrest..................................................... 493
ASC (Active Sound Control).......... 236
Assist grips ..............................................495
Audio input .............................................. 375
Audio system ..........................................368
Audio CD player ...............................396
Audio input ........................................... 375
AUX port/
USB port ............................................ 375
Bluetooth® audio .............................. 420
iPod........................................................... 402
Optimal use ......................................... 386
Portable music player......................... 411
Radio ........................................................ 394
Steering wheel audio switch ........ 374
USB memory...................................... 406
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................................... 239
Automatic High Beam .......................240
Automatic light control system ...... 237
AUX port ................................................. 375
Average fuel
economy ............................ 130, 132, 134
Average vehicle speed ....................... 130
Back-up light
Replacing light bulb ......................... 562
Battery (12-volt battery) .................... 522
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................................... 631
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 361
Warning light....................................... 575
Battery (traction battery) .......................81
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) .............. 334
Blower customization......................... 475
Bluetooth®
Audio system....................................... 420
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ......................... 421
Bottle holders......................................... 486
Brake
Fluid ............................................................651
Parking brake ...................................... 235
Regenerative braking.......................... 79
Warning light....................................... 575
Brake assist ............................................ 352
Break-in tips ........................................... 203
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ...... 108
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 334
Blind Spot Monitor function ........ 340
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................................... 343
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