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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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When trouble arises ■
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
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Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
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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)

416 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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)
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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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When trouble arises ■
Pop Up Hood warning light (warning buzzer)
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ABS warning light (warning buzzer)
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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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When trouble arises ■
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
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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)

420 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
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RCTA OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
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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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When trouble arises ■
PKSB OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
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PCS warning light
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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

426 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 The master warning light and warning bu zzers operate as follows depending on
the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for inspection by a
dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. 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. A
B
Messages and warnings
Warning buzzer *
Warning
Comes on Sounds Indicates an important situat ion, such as when a sys-
tem related to driving is ma lfunctioning or that dan-
ger may result if the co rrection procedure is not
performed
Flashes Sounds Indicates a situation, such as when damage to the
vehicle or danger may result

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When trouble arises  In some situations, the master warning light and warning buzzer may not oper-
ate as specified. In this case, follow the instructions displayed in the warning
message.
 If a warning light comes on or flashes at the same time that a warning message is
displayed, take corrective actio n according to the warning light. (  P.415)*
: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
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Warning messages
The warning messages explained below
may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehi-
cle specifications. ■
Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound. ■
If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level is low. Check the level
of the engine oil, and add if necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a
level surface and check to see if the mes-
sage disappears.
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If “Engine Stoppe d Steering Power
Low” is displayed
This message is displa yed if the engine is
stopped while driving.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel
firmly and operate it using more force than
usual. ■
If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Bat-
tery” is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic
power off function. Next time when starting
the engine, increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain that level for approxi-
mately 5 minutes to recharge the battery. ■
If “Headlight System Malfunction Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
The following systems may be malfunction-
ing. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately. ●
The LED headlight system ●
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ●
The automatic headlight leveling system ●
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
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If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable
See Owner's Manual” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range system is suspended tem-
porarily or until the problem shown in the
message is re solved. (causes and coping
methods:  P.196, 202)
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If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is
displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range system cannot be used
temporarily. Use the system when it Comes on Does not sound Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of electri-
cal components, their cond ition, or indicates the
need for maintenance
Flashes Does not sound Indicates a situation, such as when an operation has
been performed incorrectly, or indicates how to
perform an operation correctlyWarning buzzer *
Warning