3157-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■Malfunction indicator lamp (warning buzzer)
■SRS warning light
■ABS warning light (warning buzzer)
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The electronic engine control system;
The electronic throttle control system; or
The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The SRS airbag system;
The front passenger occupant classification system; or
The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The ABS; or
The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(red)
or
(yellow)Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
3177-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■Brake Override System warning light/Drive-Start Control warning light
(warning buzzer)*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Brake hold operated indicator
■Parking brake indicator
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer sounds):
Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override System or Drive-Start
Control
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Indicates that the shift position wa s changed while depressing the accel-
erator pedal and Drive-Start Control was operated
Momentarily release th e accelerator pedal.
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer does not sound):
Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed
simultaneously
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
(U.S.A.) or
(flashes)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
3187-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Brake system warning light
■Low fuel level warning light
■Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*
*: Driver’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is
not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to ON, the buzzer sounds. If the seat belt is
still unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a ce rtain period of time after the vehi-
cle reaches a certain speed.
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger that his
or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermit-
tently for a certain period of time af ter the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
■Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer*1)*2
*1: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:
The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger that his
or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermit-
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The electronically controlled brake system
The parking brake system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 3.3 gal. [12.6 L, 2.8
Imp.gal.] or less
Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Warns the driver and/or front passe nger 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 lightDetails/Actions
Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
Fasten the seat belt.
3217-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. 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
When the light comes on in yellow, the assist to the power steering is restricted. When
the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is lost and handling operations of
the steering wheel 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 precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of vehi-
cle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Decelerate to the lowest appr opriate speed as soon as possible. Do not drive over 50
mph (80 km/h).
●Check and adjust the tire in flation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment,
it is probable that you have a flat tire. Have the flat tire replaced by the nearest Lexus
dealer.
●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.
■Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehi-
cle placard or tire inflation pr essure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle
has tires of a different size th an the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitor-
ing system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that illuminates a low tire pressure tell- tale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is significantly under-
inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressu re telltale (tire pressure warning light) illu-
minates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a si gnificantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat
and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation al so reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
3247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending on the con-
tent of the message. If a message indicate s the need for inspection by a dealer,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages according to
operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases. Instead, a sepa-
rate system warning light will come on along with a message or image shown on the multi-
information display.
●Malfunction in the ABS
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P.315)
●Malfunction in the charging system
The charging system warning light comes on. ( P.314)
●Malfunction in the brake system
The brake system warning light comes on. ( P.314)
Messages and warnings
System warn-
ing lightWarning
buzzer
*Warning
Comes onComes onSoundsIndicates an important situation, such as
when a system related to driving is malfunc-
tioning or that danger may result if the cor-
rection procedure is not performed
Comes onSounds
Comes on or flashesSounds
Indicates an important situation, such as
when the systems shown on the multi-infor-
mation display may be malfunctioning
FlashesSoundsIndicates a situation, such as when damage
to the vehicle or danger may result
Comes onDoes not soundIndicates a condition, such as malfunction of
electrical components, their condition, or
indicates the need for maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an oper-
ation has been performed incorrectly, or
indicates how to perform an operation cor-
rectly
3548-1. Specifications
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genu ine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of match-
ing quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further
details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N, 51.0 kgf)
while the engine is running.
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake sys-
tem warning light is not illuminated when th e engine is running. (If the brake system
warning light is illuminated, refer to P.314.)
*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.318.)
Differential
Oil capacity0.90 qt. (0.85 L, 0.75 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity
Without LSD (Limited Slip Differential)
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
*
With LSD (Limited Slip Differential)
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
*
Brakes
Pedal clearance*15.2 in. (132 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 0.24 in. (1.0 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 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
393What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
Is the window lock switch pressed?
The windows other than the side window at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. ( P.125)
The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in ACC
or ON (the engine is not running)
for a period of time. ( P.149)
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.318)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.157)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.314, 323)
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.65)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to ON, or start the engine.
Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.323)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.314, 323.
Slow down the vehicle, drive with
extra caution, and take your vehicle
to the nearest Lexus dealer or
authorized tire dealer as soon as
possible to have the tire replaced.
( P.327)
Try the procedure for when the
vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt,
or snow. ( P.347)
The side windows or rear quar-
ter windows do not open or close
by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck
394Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 232Air conditioning filter ............................... 296
Automatic air conditioning system ... 232
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 237
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................218 Function ............................................................218
Warning light .................................................315
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) .............219
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) .............219
Active roll bar .................................................. 38 Package tray ................................................... 40
Adaptive Variable Suspension System 219
Airbags ............................................................... 29 Airbag operating conditions..................... 31
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................... 41
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 29
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 29
SRS warning light ........................................315
Air conditioning filter ................................. 296
Air conditioning system ............................ 232 Air conditioning filter ............................... 296
Automatic air conditioning system ... 232
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 237
Alarm Alarm .................................................................. 65
Warning buzzer ........................................... 314
Anchor brackets ..............................................47
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................. 103
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................218 Function ............................................................218
Warning light .................................................315
Approach warning........................................199 Automatic headlight leveling system ....162
Automatic High Beam ................................164
Automatic light control system................. 161
Automatic transmission ............................. 150
M mode ........................................................... 155
Paddle shift switches .......................154, 155
Snow mode.................................................... 154
Auxiliary net................................................... 246
Average fuel economy................................. 80
Average vehicle speed ................................ 80
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............................... 303
Battery.............................................................. 279 Battery checking ........................................ 279
If the battery is discharged .................... 332
Preparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 223
Replacing .......................................................336
Warning light .................................................314
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 209 Blind Spot Monitor function ...................213
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ........ 215
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 159
Fluid...................................................................354
Parking brake ................................................157
Warning light ......................................314, 318
Warning message ..................................... 324
Brake assist ......................................................218
Break-in tips..................................................... 137
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 209 Blind Spot Monitor function ...................213
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ........ 215
C
Care .......................................................258, 262Aluminum wheels ......................................259