3707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
●If “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion” is shown on the multi-information
display, it may indicate a malfunction.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display, it
may indicate a malfunction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a
hard, flat surface.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Stop the engine.
Turn on the emergency flashers.
( P.350)
NOTICE
■If “High Power Consumption Power
to Climate Temporarily Limited” is
displayed frequently
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
If you have a flat tire (vehi-
cles with spare tire)
Your vehicle is equipped with a
spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P.328
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat
tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair, which could result in an
accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle
3767-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Replace a rear tire with the compact
spare tire.
2
Replace the flat front tire with the tire
removed from the rear of the vehicle.
3
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the spare tire provided
is specifically desi gned for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your spare
tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one spare tire
simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard
tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
■When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly
detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRAC
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full- speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• EPS
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• Lexus parking assist monitor
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
• Automatic High Beam
■Speed limit when using the compact
spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50
mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare
tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed
for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an
accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools
and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking.
NOTICE
■Be careful when driving over bumps
with the compact spare tire installed
on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spar e tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be
careful when driving over uneven road
surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the com-
pact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact
spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body
and adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pr essure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.
3787-2. Steps to take in an emergency
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again fol-
lowing correct starting proce-
dures.( P.152)
There may be a malfunction in the
engine immobilizer system.
( P.62)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
The battery terminal connections
may be loose or corroded.
The battery may be discharged.
( P.382) The engine starting system may be
malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the
engine. (
P.378)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
One or both of the battery terminals
may be disconnected.
The battery may be discharged.
( P.382)
There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem
cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the
following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if
the engine switch is functioning nor-
mally:
1 Press the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set.
(P.160)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even
though correct starting procedures
are being followed ( P.152), con-
sider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even
though the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
The starter motor turns over
slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn
does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor does not turn
over
The starter motor does not turn
over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Starting the engine in an emer-
gency
3827-2. Steps to take in an emergency
setting, the engine switch will turn to ACC.
3Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
4 Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be
started, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to
P and press the engine switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Electronic key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recomme nded that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately
when the battery is depleted. ( P.341)
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the
engine switch in step 3 above.
The engine does not start and modes will be
changed each time the switch is pressed.
( P.154)
If you have a set of jumper (or booster)
cables and a second vehicle with a bat-
tery, you can jump start your vehicle by
following the steps below.
1 Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried.
When connecting the jumper (or booster)
cables, depending on the situation, the
alarm may activate and doors locked.
( P.65)
2 Open the hood ( P.319)
If the vehicle battery is dis-
charged
The following procedures may be
used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call your Lexus dealer
or a qualified repair shop.
Restarting the engine
3887-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Stop the engine. Shift the shift lever
to P and set the parking brake.
2
Remove the mud, snow or sand
from around the front wheels.
3
Place wood, stones or some other
material under the front wheels to
help provide traction.
4
Restart the engine.
5
Shift the shift lever to D or R and
release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress
the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press the switch to turn off TRAC.
( P.245)
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following proce-
dures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehi-
cle
If you choose to push the vehicle back
and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking
other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free. Use
extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shif t the shift lever with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to un expected rapid accel-
eration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the transmission
and other components
●Avoid spinning the tires and depress-
ing the accelerator pedal more than
necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after
these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.
3948-1. Specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (300N, 31.0 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system wa rning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If
the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to P.360.)
CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxle)
Fluid capacity*9.0 qt. (8.5 L, 7.5 Imp.qt)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE
NOTICE
■CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxle) fluid type
Using CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxl e) fluid other than “Toyota Genuine CVT
Fluid FE” may cause deterioration in shift qua lity, locking up of your transmission accom-
panied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.98 in. (101 mm) Min.
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Pedal free play0.04 0.24 in. (1.0 6.0 mm)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pushing the parking brake switch for 1 to 4
seconds: comes on
When pulling the parking brake switch for 1 to 4
seconds: turns off
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
4088-2. Customization
8-2.Customization
■Changing using the meter control
switches
1
Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, and select .
2
Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the item, and
press “OK”.
3
Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the desired set-
ting, and press “OK”.
To go back to the previous screen or
exit the customize mode, press .
■Changing using the Remote Touch
1
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch. 2
Select “Setup” on the menu screen
and select “Vehicle”.
3
Select “Vehicle Customization”.
Various setting can be changed. Refer to
the list of settings th at can be changed for
details.
For details on the Remote Touch, refer
to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN-
UAL”.
■When customizing using the Remote
Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the
parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P.
Also, to prevent battery discharge, leave
the engine running while customizing the
features.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being cus-
tomized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Settings that can be changed using the Remote Touch
Settings that can be changed using the meter control switches
Customizable features
Your vehicle includes a variety of
electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to your preferences. The
settings of these features can be
changed by using the meter control
switches, the Remote Touch or at
your Lexus dealer.
Customizing vehicle features
WARNING
■Cautions during customization
As the engine needs to be running
during customization, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with ade-
quate ventilation. In a closed area such as
a garage, exhaust gases including harm-
ful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect
and enter the vehicle. This may lead to
death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that
the engine is running while customizing
features.
Customizable features
A
B
4168-2. Customization
*:If equipped
■PKSA (Parking Support Alert)* ( P.219)
*:If equipped
■Intuitive parking assist* ( P.220)
*:If equipped
■RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function* ( P.227)
*:If equipped
■PKSB (Parking Support Brake)* ( P.231)
*:If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P.262)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Buzzer volumeLevel 2Level 1OLevel 3
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Intuitive parking assistOnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert) functionOnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) functionOnOffO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffOO
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