2017 Lexus IS300h Vsc

3574-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as excessively
worn tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to sh orten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the following situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
■TRC/VSC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slippery road surfaces, even if the TRC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may not operate
effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist co ntrol is not intended to hold the vehicle stationary for an extended pe riod of time. Do not attempt to use hill-start assist con-
trol to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may lead to an accident.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an
accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRC/VSC systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As these
are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn the TRC/
VSC systems off unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specif ied size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity. In addition, make sure that the tire s are inflated to the recommended tire infla- tion pressure level.
The ABS, TRC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are installed
on the vehicle. Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Le xus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modi fying the suspension will affect the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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

5998-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
(If equipped)
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. 354)
(If equipped)
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 any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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 frequently displayed, have the
vehicle inspected at by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

688Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Paddle shift switches ........................ 228
Power door lock switch ................... 147
Power switch .........................................219
Power window switches ..................193
Rear sunshade switch...................... 493
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers
switch.................................................... 474
Seat heater switches ....................... 480
Seat ventilator switches ................. 480
Snow mode switch ............................227
Talk switch ............................................. 432
Telephone switches.......................... 432
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch .................................... 185
Tire pressure warning reset
switch.................................................... 527
Trunk opener main switch ............. 153
Trunk opener switch ........................... 151
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button ................................................... 299
VSC OFF switch ...............................354
Window lock switch...........................193
Windshield wiper de-icer
switch.................................................... 475
Windshield wiper
and washer switch ......................... 245
Tachometer ............................................. 105
Tachometer settings .............................. 119
Tail lights................................................... 237
Light switch............................................237
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 562
Talk switch ............................................... 432
Telephone switches ............................. 432
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...........................................................92
Double locking system ........................ 91
Immobilizer system ............................. 86
Intrusion sensor a nd tilt sensor...... 95
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 543
Maintenance data ............................. 652
Tire pressure warning system..... 526
Warning light....................................... 578
Tire pressure warning system ......... 526
Initializing ................................................527
Installing tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters ............... 526
Registering ID codes........................527
Tire pressure warning reset
switch ....................................................527
Warning light....................................... 578
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690Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Units ..............................................................119
USB device ................................. 406, 455
Connecting........................................... 375
USB audio ............................................ 406
USB photo ............................................455
USB video ............................................ 406
USB port................................................... 375
Vanity lights .............................................. 491
Vanity lights ............................................491
Wattage..................................................654
Vanity mirrors ......................................... 491
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics
Integrated Management) ..............353
Vehicle identification number ......... 645
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) .................................................... 352
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ........... 480
VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control)................................................. 352
Warning buzzers
Approach warning ...........................300
Downshifting........................................ 230
Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder ............................................ 577
Lexus parking assist-sensor ........ 309
Open door ............................................577
Pre-Collision braking...................... 266
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder ............................................. 578
Warning lights .......................................... 101
ABS .......................................................... 576
Brake system ....................................... 575
Charging system ............................... 575
Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder light....................................577
Electric power steering
system.................................................. 576
Low fuel level........................................577
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 575
Master warning light ........................ 578
Open door ............................................577
Pre-Collision System .......................577
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights ................................ 578
Slip indicator .........................................577
SRS ........................................................... 576
Tire pressure........................................ 578
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