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When trouble arises When trouble arises .
7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers.................. 406
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 406
If the vehicle is trapped in rising
water............................................ 407
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed
........................................................ 409
If you think something is wrong
......................................................... 413
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 414
If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds ........ 415
If a warning message is displayed
........................................................ 425
If you have a flat tire.................. 429
If the engine wi ll not start ....... 430
If you lose your keys ................. 432
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened........................................ 432
If the electronic key does not
operate properly .................... 433
If the vehicle battery is discharged
........................................................ 435
If your vehicle overheats ........ 440
If the vehicle becomes stuck
........................................................ 443
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Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■
High coolant temperature warning light *
(warning buzzer)
*
: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer soundsCalmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, bu t then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers Warning light Details/Actions(U.S.A.)
or (red)
(Canada) Indicates that:
The brake fluid level is low; or
The brake system is malfunctioning
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Indicates that the brake pads are worn out (only the right-side pads can
be detected)
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light Details/Actions
(yellow) Indicates a malfunction in:
The electronically controlled brake sy stem (vehicles with Lexus Safety
System + A); or
The parking brake system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.440)
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Charging system warning light *
(warning buzzer)*
: This light illuminates on the multi-information display. ■
Low engine oil pressure warning light *
(warning buzzer)*
: This light illuminates on the multi-information display. ■
Malfunction indicator lamp (warning buzzer)
■
SRS warning light (warning buzzer) Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning light Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada) Indicates a malfunction in:
The electronic engine control system;
The electronic throttle control system; or
The electronic automatic transmission control system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The SRS airbag system;
The front passenger occupant classification system; or
The seat belt pr etensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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Pop Up Hood warning light (warning buzzer)
■
ABS warning light (warning buzzer)
■
Brake Override System warning light/Drive-Start Control warning light *
(warning buzzer)
*
: This light illuminates on the multi-information display. Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates that the Pop Up Hood system has operated
The Pop Up Hood system cannot be reused once it has operated.
Have it replaced by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the Pop Up Hood system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning light Details/Actions(U.S.A.)
or (Canada) Indicates a malfunction in:
The ABS; or
The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning light Details/Actions
When a buzzer sounds:
Brake Override System is malfunctioning;
Drive-Start Control is operating;
Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning; or
Parking Support Brake function (for static objects) is operating
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Brake Override System is operating
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
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Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights *1
(warning buzzer) *2
*1
: This light illuminates on the center panel. *2
: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:
The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear passengers that his
or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the vehicle reaches a speed of 12
mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound
intermittently for 6 seconds. Th en, if the seat belt is still un fastened, the buzzer will sound in
a different tone for 30 more seconds. ■
Tire pressure warning light
■
LTA indicator (warning buzzer) Warning light Details/Actions
Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
Fasten the seat belt.
Warning light Details/Actions
When the light comes on after blinking for approximately 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
Have the system checked by your Lexus dealer.
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
Natural causes
Flat tire
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.423)
Warning light Details/Actions
(orange)
Indicates a malfunction in th e LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
( P.237)
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Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■
RCTA OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■
RCD OFF indicator (warning buzzer) Warning light Details/Actions(flashes)
(if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the in tuitive parking assist function
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possibly due to a
sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
( P.259)
Warning light Details/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sensor is covered with
dirt, etc. ( P.251)
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
( P.264)
Warning light Details/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped) When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the RCD (Rear Camera Detection) function
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the function temporarily cannot be used due to the cam-
era being dirty, etc.
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
( P.268, 425)
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PKSB OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■
PCS warning light
■
Slip indicator Warning light Details/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped) When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the PK SB (Parking Support Brake) system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possibly due to a
sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
( P.274, 425)
Warning light Details/Actions
(flashes or illumi-
nates) When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Collision System).
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
If a buzzer does not sound:
The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavailable,
corrective action may be necessary.
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
( P.196, 202, 428)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.
P.214, 222
Warning light Details/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The VSC system;
The TRAC system;
The hill-start assist control system;
The VGRS system (if equipped); or
The DRS system (if equipped)
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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When trouble arises If a warning message is dis-
played The multi-information display
shows warnings of system malfunc-
tions, incorrectly performed opera-
tions, and messages that indicate a
need for maintenance. When a
message is shown, perform the cor-
rection procedure appropriate to
the message.
Except F SPORT models:
Master warning lightThe master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information displayFollow the instructions of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are
shown again after the appropriate
actions have been performed, contact
your Lexus dealer.
F SPORT models (main meter in
center position): A
B Master warning light The master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently be ing displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display Follow the instructions of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are
shown again after the appropriate
actions have been performed, contact
your Lexus dealer.
F SPORT models (main meter
moved to the right): A
B