2436-1. Maintenance and care
6
Maintenance and care
ately after use.
●To protect the paint from damage, make
sure to observe the following precau-
tions.
• Do not use acidic, a lkaline or abrasive
detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driving or park-
ing in hot weather
■Brake caliper coating (F SPORT mod-
els)
●When using detergent, use neutral deter-
gent. Do not use hard brushes or abra-
sive cleaners, as they will damage the
paint.
●Do not use detergent on the brake cali-
pers when they are hot.
●Wash detergent off immediately after
use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Side windows water- repellent coating
(if equipped)
●The following precautions can extend the
effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the side win- dows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate
on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp
cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the win-
dows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance
has become insufficie nt, the coating can
be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Plated portions
If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as
follows:
●Use a soft cloth dampened with an
approximately 5% solution of neutral
detergent and water to clean the dirt off.
●Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture.
●To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet
wipes or a similar product.
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the
engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components, etc. to
catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield (vehi-
cles with rain-sensing windshield wip-
ers)
Set the wipers to the intermittent wind-
shield wipers. (
P.147)
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers
may operate unexpectedly in the follow-
ing situations, and may result in hands
being caught or other serious injuries
and cause damage to the wiper blades.
●When the upper part of the windshield
where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close
to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the wind-
shield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sen-
sor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
3017-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■Brake hold operated indicator (warning buzzer)
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the air-
bag sensor assembly, fr ont impact sensors,
side impact sensors (door), side impact
sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear),
driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat
belt buckle switch, front passenger occu-
pant classification system, “AIR BAG ON”
indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator
light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle
switch, seat belt pret ensioners, airbags,
interconnecting wiring and power sources.
( P.29)
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat
belt reminder and warning buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front passen-
ger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause th e warning light to
flash and the warning buzzer to sound
even if a passenger is not sitting in the
seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sen-
sor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes
on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving
trips.
If the light does not go off even after several
trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.
■Electric power steering system warning
light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insuffi- cient or the voltage temporarily drops, the
electric power steering system warning
light may come on and the warning buzzer
may sound.
■When the tire pressure warning light
comes on
Check the tire inflatio n pressure and adjust
to the appropriate leve l. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch will not turn
off the tire pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may
come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure wa rning light may come
on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes
caused by temperature. In this case, adjust-
ing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with the spare
tire
The spare tire is not equipped with a tire
pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a
tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light
will not turn off even though the flat tire has
been replaced with the spare tire.
■Conditions that the tire pressure warn-
ing system may not function properly
P.268
■If the tire pressure warning light fre-
quently comes on after blinking for 1
minute
If the tire pressure wa rning light frequently
comes on after blinking for 1 minute when
the engine switch is turned to IGNITION
ON mode, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
383What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with the engine
switch in IGNITION ON mode. (P.132)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.127)
Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. ( P.113)
The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for
a period of time. ( P.130)
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the front passenger
wearing the seat belts? ( P.299)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.137)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound. (
P.295, 303)
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.57)
Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarm:
Unlock the doors.
Open the trunk using the entry
function or wireless remote control.
Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode, or
start the engine.
Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.303)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.295, 303.
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine is
stopped
The 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
393Alphabetical Index
Seats, FrontChild seats/child restraint system installa-tion .................................................................... 40
Sensor Automatic headlight system................... 142
Automatic High Beam system.............. 144
Inside rear view mirror............................... 110
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ..........................................................169
Radar sensor................................................. 158
Rain-sensing windshield wipers...........153
Service reminder message ..................... 248
Shift lever Automatic transmission ............................. 131
Side airbags ...................................................... 28
Side marker lights Light switch ..................................................... 142
Replacing light bulbs................................ 282
Side mirrors Adjustment....................................................... 110
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...................... 191
Folding ................................................................. 111
Linked mirror function when reversing111
Mirror position memory...........................102
RCTA function ............................................... 191
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 282
Turn signal lever ...........................................136
Wattage..........................................................338
Side windows ................................................... 112
Smart access system with push-button startAntenna location........................................... 95
Entry functions................................................88
Starting the engine ...................................... 127
Warning message.....................................303
Snow mode ......................................................133
Snow tires ....................................................... 205
Spare tire......................................................... 307 Storage location ......................................... 307
Spark plug ...................................................... 332
Specifications ................................................ 328 Speed indicator ............................................... 68
Speed meter
Speed indicator..............................................68
Speedometer ................................................... 66
Steering lock Column lock release .................................. 127
Steering lock system warning message............................................................................ 127
Steering wheel Adjustment ..................................................... 108
Heated steering wheel ............................ 223
Meter control switches .............................. 72
Power easy access system .................... 102
Steering wheel position memory........ 102
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ................................282
Wattage ......................................................... 338
Storage features ...........................................227
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................326
Sun visors ..........................................................231
Sunshade Roof...................................................................... 115
Switch ASC (Active Sound Control) dial........ 141
Meter control switches .............................. 72
Switches Activating the Automatic High Beam144
Automatic High Beam system ..............144
Brake Hold switch...................................... 139
Door lock switches ......................................90
Driving mode select switch ................... 199
Driving position memory switches .... 102
Emergency flashers switch .................. 286
Engine switch ................................................. 127
Garage door opener switches........... 232
Heated steering wheel switch ............. 223
Ignition switch ................................................ 127
Instrument panel light control switches71
Light switches ................................................142
Moon roof switches..................................... 114
“ODO TRIP” switch .................................... 70