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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashing and then con-tinuously on)
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar
cruise control system is
unable to judge vehicle-
to-vehicle distance
because the windshield
wipers are set at high
speed operation mode. A buzzer also sounds.
Turn them off or set them
to either the intermittent
or the slow mode.
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
Indicates that your vehi-
cle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in radar cruise
mode). A buzzer also sounds.
Slow the vehicle by apply-
ing the brakes.
Indicates one or more
stop lights are burned
out.Have the defective bulbs
replaced by your Lexus
dealer.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Emergency start functionWhen the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
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. 4 8 3 )
● 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.
STEP1
STEP2
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A /CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front lighting System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent data recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
G AW RGross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
L ATC HLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System
TRACTraction Control

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ........................................................... 208
ABS............................................................... 177
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 148
AFS .............................................................. 148
Air conditioning filter ..........................409
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................409
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................208
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions...........88
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 92
Airbag warning light ........................ 446
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 89
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 92
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 97
General airbag precautions ........... 92
Locations of airbags............................ 86
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 96
Proper driving posture ............. 84, 92
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 89
Side airbag precautions .................... 92
SRS airbags ............................................. 86 Alarm ..............................................................81
Antenna .................................................... 223
Anti-lock brake system ........................ 177
Armrest .................................................... 334
Ashtray...................................................... 327
Audio input.............................................. 258
Audio system
Antenna...................................................223
Audio input........................................... 258
AUX port .............................................. 258
CD player/changer ..........................226
iPod .......................................................... 240
MP3/WMA disc................................233
Optimal use ......................................... 256
Portable music player ..................... 258
Radio ......................................................... 219
Steering wheel audio switch........ 259
USB memory ....................................... 247
USB port ....................................240, 247
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................................208
Automatic headlight leveling
system ......................................................149
Automatic light control system......... 147
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 130
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 478
S mode ....................................................... 131
AUX port................................................. 258
Auxiliary box .......................................... 323A

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Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage .................................................. 501
Battery
Checking ................................................. 391
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 483
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................................191
Bluetooth
® audio..................................262
Bluetooth® phone ................................. 281
Brake
Fluid ..........................................................388
Parking brake ........................................ 134
Brake assist .............................................. 177
Break-in tips .............................................. 119 Care
Exterior....................................................362
Interior .................................................... 365
Seat belts ............................................... 366
Cargo capacity....................................... 187
Cargo hooks............................................ 341
CD changer ............................................ 226
CD player ................................................ 226
Chains ........................................................ 193
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .................. 102
Booster seats, installation ............... 109
Convertible seats, definition .......... 102
Convertible seats, installation ....... 109
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 97
Infant seats, definition ........................ 102
Infant seats, installation ..................... 109
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 107
Installing CRS with seat belts ........ 109
Installing CRS with top straps......... 112
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Emergency flashersSwitch ...................................................... 434
Engine Compartment ...................................... 381
Engine switch......................................... 126
Hood........................................................ 378
How to start the engine.................... 126
Identification number....................... 493
If the engine will not start ............... 476
Ignition switch........................................ 126
Overheating.........................................486
Engine compartment cover .............382
Engine coolant Capacity................................................. 496
Checking ...............................................386
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................... 191
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................................... 136
Engine immobilizer system.................. 79
Engine oil Capacity.................................................495
Checking ...............................................383
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................... 191
Engine oil maintenance data........... 385
Event data recorder ............................443 Floor mat .................................................. 339
Fluid
Brake .......................................................388
Power steering fluid ......................... 389
Washer................................................... 393
Fog lights
Switch.......................................................... 151
Wattage ...................................................501
Foot well lighting.....................................314
Front fog lights Switch.......................................................... 151
Wattage ...................................................501
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 97
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ..................................... 447
Front seats Adjustment .............................................. 48
Driving position memory ..................49
Seat position memory.........................53
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage ...................................................501
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage ...................................................501F

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Noise from under vehicle...................... 18
Odometer................................................. 136
OilEngine oil ...............................................383
Opener
Fuel filler door......................................... 76
Hood........................................................ 378
Trunk ........................................................... 44
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights ................................... 314
Wattage................................................... 501
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ......................... 66
Mirror position memory ................... 49
Outside temperature display............ 144
Overhead console ...............................320
Overheating, Engine ...........................486 Parking assist sensors............................ 171
Parking brake...........................................134
Parking lights
Switch........................................................ 147
Wattage ...................................................501
PCS ............................................................. 182
Personal lights Switch........................................................ 316
Wattage ...................................................501
Power outlet ........................................... 329
Power steering fluid ............................389
Power windows ........................................ 68
Pre-collision system ............................. 182N
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USB port........................................240, 247
Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................................... 325
Wattage................................................... 501
Vanity mirrors ........................................325
Vehicle identification number .........493
Vehicle stability control........................177
Ventilators ............................................... 332
Voice command switch......................286
VSC .............................................................. 177 Warning buzzers
Brake system....................................... 445
Downshifting.......................................... 132
Open door ........................................... 447
Seat belt reminder .............................447
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .................. 446
Brake assist system .......................... 446
Brake system....................................... 445
Charging system ............................... 446
Low fuel level........................................ 447
Low tire pressure warning light......................................................... 447
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 446
Master warning light.........................447
Open door ............................................ 447
Pre-collision system......................... 446
Pretensioners ...................................... 446
Seat belt reminder light ................... 447
SRS airbags.......................................... 446U
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What to do if...
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■Warning lights
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 4 4 5If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds...
or or
P. 4 4 5P. 446
P. 4 4 7
or
P. 446
or
P. 4 4 7P. 4 4 7
P. 446P. 4 4 7
P. 4 4 7P. 446
P. 446P. 4 4 7
Brake system warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp
ABS warning lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low fuel level warning light
SRS warning lightMaster warning light
Open door warning lightPre-collision system warn-
ing light
Charging system warning
lightTire pressure warning light