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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 dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
ABS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or • The brake assist system Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
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 dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
(Flashes) (If equipped)
Pre-crash safety system warning lightIndicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)The warning light will operate as follows, even when the system is
not malfunctioning: • The light will flash quickly when the system is operating.
( P. 311) • The light will turn on when the pre-crash safety system is dis- abled. ( P. 312)
• The light will turn on when th e VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system is disabled. ( P. 307) • The light will flash when the sy stem cannot temporarily be used.
( P. 554) Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in:• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRC (Traction Control) system; or • The hill-start assist control systemThe light will flash when the VSC or the TRC system is operating.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professionalimmediately.
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■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the power switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qua lified and equipped professional.
■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 system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. 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, repair the flat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If th e 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.
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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Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 5 km/h (3 mph) or more with the parking brake still engaged
A buzzer also sounds. Release the parking brake.
Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; or• The seat belt pretensioner system
A buzzer also sounds. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates a malfunction in: •The ABS; or• The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds. P. 587
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds. Clean the sensor.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
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If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt
battery, you can jump start your vehicle 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. 104)
Open the hood ( P. 471) 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 dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 432
Air conditioning filter....................... 509
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 432
Blower customization ..................... 439
S-FLOW mode.................................. 434
AAC disc ...................................................371
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......304
Warning light ...................................... 538
Active Sound Control (ASC)........... 231
Adaptive Variable
Suspension System .......................... 305
Air conditioning filter ......................... 509
Air conditioning system ..................... 432
Air conditioning filter....................... 509
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 432
Blower customization ..................... 439
S-FLOW mode.................................. 434
Airbag manual on-off system ............. 54
Airbags......................................................... 43
Airbag manual on-off system ......... 54
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 .............................. 538
Alarm ...........................................................102
Anchor brackets ...................................... 64
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) ........................................ 155
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 304
Warning light....................................... 538
Approach warning............................... 262
ASC (Active Sound Control) ...........231
Assist grips .............................................. 457
Audio input ...............................................351
Audio system.......................................... 344
Audio CD player................................. 371
Audio input ............................................. 351
AUX port/USB port ......................... 351
Bluetooth® audio ............................. 395
iPod ........................................................... 377
Optimal use............................................ 361
Portable music player ..................... 386
Radio........................................................ 369
Steering wheel audio switch........ 350
USB memory ........................................381
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................................... 234
Warning light....................................... 539
Automatic High Beam ...................... 235
Automatic light control system ...... 232
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Warning buzzers
Approach warning............................ 262
Brake system ....................................... 537
Downshifting ........................................ 226
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder ..........................539
Key reminder ...................................... 559
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)....... 273
Lexus parking assist-sensor ......... 279
Open door............................................539
Open hood........................................... 544
Open moon roof .............................. 550
Open trunk ........................................... 544
Open window ...................................... 551
Pre-crash braking ................................ 311
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder .............................................539
Warning label ............................................89
Warning lights ............................................ 111
ABS.......................................................... 538
Automatic headlight leveling
system ..................................................539
Brake system ....................................... 537
Charging system ............................... 537
Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ...................................539
Electric power steering
system ................................................. 538
Low fuel level .......................................539
Malfunction indicator lamp ........... 537
Master warning light ........................539
Open door............................................539
Pre-crash safety system ................ 538
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights ................................ 539
Slip indicator ........................................ 538
SRS ........................................................... 538
Tire pressure........................................ 539
Warning messages .............................. 542
Warning reflector storage belt....... 454
Washer ....................................................... 241
Checking ...............................................480
Preparing and checking
before winter.....................................337
Switch ........................................................ 241
Washing and waxing........................... 460
Weight ...................................................... 596
Wheels ...................................................... 507
Replacing............................................... 507
Size ........................................................... 604
Window lock switch ..............................196
Windows ....................................................196
Power windows ................................... 196
Rear window defogger .................. 438
Windshield wiper de-icer ................. 439
Windshield wipers ................................. 241
Intermittent windshield wipers
with interval adjuster ...................... 241
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ...................................................243
Winter driving tips ............................... 337
Wireless remote control .................... 138
Battery-Saving Function .................. 157
Locking/Unlocking ................. 144, 150
Replacing the battery ..........................511
WMA disc ................................................. 371
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