warning Lexus GS300h 2017 Owner's Manual

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When trouble arises
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Indicates that the hybrid battery (traction battery) power
has dropped because a long period of time has elapsed
after shifting the shift lever to N
A buzzer also sounds.
 Restart the hybrid system when starting the vehicle.
Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system
Depending on the malfunctio n, troubleshooting meth-
ods may also be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Indicates that the traction battery is low
A buzzer also sounds.
 When stopping the vehicle for a long period of time,
shift the shift lever to P. The battery cannot be
charged with the shift lever in N.
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 5 km/h
(3 mph) or more with the parking brake still engaged.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Release the parking brake.
Indicates that the parking brake is engaged with the shift
position not in P
A buzzer also sounds.
 Change the shift position to P.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Depress the brake pedal to turn off the brake hold
system.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Indicates that the brake hold system is turned on while on
a steep slope A buzzer also sounds.
 Do not use only the brake hold system on steep
slopes. Be sure to also depress the brake pedal.
Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Press the parking brake switch. If the warning mes-
sage is still displayed, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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When trouble arises
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Indicates an attempt was made to release the parking
brake without depressing the brake pedal
A buzzer also sounds.
 Release the parking brake while depressing the
brake pedal.
Indicates that the shift position was changed and Drive-
Start Control was operated while depressing the accel-
erator pedal
A buzzer also sounds.
 Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.
Indicates an attempt was made to shift to 1st gear with
the shift position in S while on a slippery surface
The vehicle will not shift down from 2nd gear.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Drive the vehicle in 2nd gear or higher.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LKA (Lane- Keeping Assist) system has
determined that the driver does not have their hands on
the steering wheel while the steering control function is on  Firmly hold the steering wheel.
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(If equipped)
Indicates that steering control function is temporarily
canceled due to the LKA (L ane-Keeping Assist) system
determining that the driver does not have their hands on
the steering wheel while the steering control function is on A buzzer also sounds.
 Firmly hold the steering wheel.
Indicates that the parking brake system is overheating
A buzzer also sounds.
 Do not use the parking brake until the message dis-
appears.
Indicates an engine malfunction
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Indicates an engine malfunction
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
 Clean the sensor.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control system
cannot be used temporarily due to bad weather
A buzzer also sounds.
 Use the radar cruise control system when it
becomes available again.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar cruise control system brake con-
trol function is temporarily unavailableDepress the brake.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the grille shu tter system cannot operate or
the grille shutter is dirty or covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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When trouble arises
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(Vehicles with entry function)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry & start system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the sur-
rounding area on the bumper is dirty or covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
 Clean the sensor and its surrounding area on the
bumper.
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system or
dynamic radar cruise control system (if equipped)
Press the “ON/OFF” button once to deactivate the
system, and then press the button again to reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in th e dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range
Depress the brake pedal.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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When trouble arises
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(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the VGRS (Variable Gear
Ratio Steering)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the DRS (Dynamic Rear
Steering)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Indicates a malfunction in the electronically controlled
brake system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Con-
tinuing to drive in this condition is dangerous.
Indicates an attempt was made to engage the parking
brake while driving
A buzzer also sounds.
 Press the parking brake switch. If the warning mes-
sage is still displayed, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Press the parking brake switch. If the warning mes-
sage is still displayed, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) system cannot
be used due to the vehicle speed being too highSlow down.
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When trouble arises
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Indicates that the power switch is turned off or turned to
ACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door is opened
while the lights are turned on
A buzzer also sounds.
 Turn the lights off.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed (with the
power switch off, and the driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the windows are not fully closed (with the
power switch off, and the driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the windows and the moon roof are not
fully closed (with the power switch off, and the driver’s
door open) A buzzer also sounds.
 Close all the windows and the moon roof.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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4827-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates that the brake hold system cannot be turned off
A buzzer also sounds.
 Depress the brake pedal.
Indicates that the brake hold system is not available
The reason the brake hold system is not available may
be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close the driver’s door.
 Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
Indicates that the brake hold system is unable to con-
tinue brake hold function
The reason the brake hold system is not continue may
be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Depress the brake pedal.
 Close the driver’s door.
 Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
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