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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
The electric power steering warning light comes on and the warning buzzer sounds
when the voltage is low or the voltage drops.
■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.
■When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. 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 warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural
air leaks and tire inflation pressure chan ges caused by temperature. In this case,
adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few min-
utes).
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter. 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. Replace the spare tire with the
repaired tire and adjust the tire inflatio n pressure. The tire pressure warning light
will go off after a few minutes.
■If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are used.
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not regis-
tered in the tire pressure warning computer.
●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or higher.

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The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following conditions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are nearby.
●If a radio set at similar frequency is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the wheels or
wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used (Even if you use Lexus wheels, the tire
pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.)
●If tire chains are used.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after flashing frequently for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after flashing frequently for 1 minute
when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. 
(Customizable features P. 5 7 2 )
CAUTION
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. 
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold 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 loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change
it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus dealer.

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(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking assistA buzzer also sounds.
The malfunctioning assi st-sensor is flashing.
(Flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system
A buzzer also sounds.
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the
system, and then press the button again to reactivate
the system.
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the radar cruise control
system A buzzer also sounds.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Turn the “POWER”
switch off and then turn it to ON mode again to reset
the cruise control system.
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power
Steering) systemA buzzer also sounds.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual
when operating, hold firm ly and operate using more
force than usual.
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(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates that your vehi-
cle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in radar cruise
mode) A buzzer also sounds.
At the same time,
will appear on
the head-up display (the
image flashes).
Slow the vehicle by apply-
ing the brakes.
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in
the LKA system A buzzer also sounds.Restart the hybrid system
and then reactivate the
lane keeping assist system.
Indicates that the LKA is
suspendedA buzzer also sounds.
• The camera sensor temperature is higher
than the operation tem-
perature range.
• The power steering system operation is
restricted.
Reactivate the lane keep-
ing assist system.
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Alerts the driver that the
vehicle is out of the lanes
(while the LKA system is
operating).A buzzer also sounds.
The lane markings and/
or the steering wheel
marking flash.
At the same time,
will appear on
the head-up display (the
image flashes).
Check the road condi-
tions and drive the vehicle
at a safe speed.
Indicates that the hybrid
system has overheated A buzzer also sounds.Stop and check.
( P. 5 4 1 )
(Flashes)
Indicates that the traction
battery is low
The warning buzzer
sounds intermittently.
When stopping the vehi-
cle for a long period of
time, change the shift
position to P. The battery
cannot be charged with
the shift position in N.
(Flashes)
Indicates that the traction
battery power has
dropped because a long
period of time has
elapsed after changing
the shift position to NThe warning buzzer
sounds continuously.
Restart the hybrid system
when starting the vehicle.
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6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly inflated
and not overloaded. 
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excess iv
e loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipp ed, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of: 
(a) Curb weight 
(b) Accessory weight 
(c) Vehicle capacity weight 
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CALCalibration
CRSChild Restraint System
ECOEconomy/Ecology
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
GPSGlobal Positioning System
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
HUDHead-up Display
I/MEmission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LKALane-Keeping Assist
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System

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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering ......................225
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not 
operate properly ............................ 533
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not 
operate properly ............................ 533
If the engine will not start ...............530
If the hybrid system will not 
start........................................................530
If the 12-volt battery is 
discharged ........................................ 536
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 492
If the warning light turns on .......... 492
If the warning message is 
displayed ............................................. 501
If you have a flat tire .......................... 521
If you lose your keys ........................ 532
If you think something is 
wrong................................................... 489
If your electronic key does 
not operate properly.................... 533
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 545
If your vehicle needs to be  towed ................................................... 483
If your vehicle overheats.................. 541
Emergency flasher Switch ...................................................... 482 Engine
Accessory mode................................. 148
Compartment...................................... 422
Engine switch .........................................147
Hood ......................................................... 419
How to start the engine ....................147
How to start the hybrid 
system ....................................................147
Identification number ...................... 548
If the engine will not start............... 530
If the hybrid system will not 
start ....................................................... 530
Ignition switch ........................................147
Overheating .......................................... 541
Power switch..........................................147
Engine compartment cover ............. 423
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................552
Checking ...............................................428
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 244
Engine/power control unit coolant Capacity .................................................552
Checking ...............................................428
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 244
Engine immobilizer system.................. 96E

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Alphabetical index
Steering wheelAdjustment ...............................................79
Audio switches ...................................308
Manual adjustment ...............................79
Power adjustment .................................79
Steering wheel position 
memory ................................................. 68
Stop light Replacing light bulbs ....................... 479
Wattage ................................................. 556
Storage feature ..................................... 363
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ....... 545
Sun visors................................................... 371
Sunshade Rear .......................................................... 378
Roof ............................................................. 89
Switch Driving mode selector 
switch .................................................... 158
Engine switch ........................................ 147
Fog light switch..................................... 194
Ignition switch........................................ 147
Light switches........................................183
Mode select switch ........................... 158
Power door lock switch .....................57
Power switch ......................................... 147
Power window switch........................ 86
Tire pressure warning reset 
switch ................................................... 439
Window lock switch ........................... 86
Wiper and washer ..............................195 Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 479
Switch........................................................ 183
Wattage ................................................. 556
Talk switch .....................................314, 333
Telephone switch ..................................333
Theft deterrent system Alarm...........................................................98
Immobilizer system ..............................96
Theft prevention labels ........................ 100
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 445
Tire information Glossary ................................................ 566
Size ........................................................... 563
Tire identification number..............562
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ... 564
Tires Chains .....................................................245
Checking ............................................... 437
Compact spare tire ........................... 521
If you have a flat tire ........................... 521
Inflation pressure ................................445
Inflation pressure sensor ............... 438
Information ........................................... 560
Replacing ................................................ 521
Rotating tires ........................................ 437
Size ........................................................... 555
Snow tires .............................................. 244
Spare tire ................................................. 521
Tire pressure warning 
system ......................................437, 495
Tools ............................................................ 521
Total load capacity ............................... 243T

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Alphabetical index
TowingDinghy towing ..................................... 248
Emergency towing ...........................483
Trailer towing........................................247
TRAC......................................................... 225
Traction control ..................................... 225
Trailer towing.......................................... 247
Trip meter ................................................. 162
Trunk Opener ...................................................... 60
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs........................ 469
Switch ........................................................ 162
Wattage..................................................556
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................................... 372
Wattage..................................................556
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 372
Vehicle identification number ........ 548
Vehicle stability control...................... 225
Ventilators ............................................... 375
VSC ............................................................ 225
Warning buzzers Brake system ....................................... 492
Open door ..........................................495
Seat belt reminder.............................495 Warning lights
AFS OFF ............................................... 493
Anti-lock brake system .................. 493
Brake assist system .......................... 493
Brake system ........................................492
Charging system ................................492
Cruise control ..................................... 493
Electric power steering warning light..................................... 493
Electronic engine control 
system.................................................. 493
High coolant temperature .............492
Hybrid battery system .................... 493
LKA .......................................................... 493
Low fuel level....................................... 495
Low tire pressure .............................. 495
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 493
Master warning light........................ 495
Open door ........................................... 495
Pre-collision system......................... 493
Pretensioner ........................................ 493
Radar cruise control ........................ 493
Seat belt reminder light .................. 495
Slip indicator ........................................ 493
SRS airbags .......................................... 493
Tire pressure warning light .......... 495
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