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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Contact your Lexus dealer for more information in the following situations. Tempo-
rary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a
malfunction.
●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
●Water has built up inside the headlight.
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning
off the lights. 
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the bulb by
the plastic or metal portion. 
If the bulb is scratched or drop ped, it may blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failur to do so may
result in heat damage, fire, or water ente ring the headlight unit. This may damage
the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the hybrid sys-
tem is not operating.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an
accident.
Press the switch to flash all the
turn signal lights. To turn them
off, press the switch once again.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicl e in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
*: Brake system warning buzzer
When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the
warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
 P.
5 0 5
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the po ssibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an ac cident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Brake system warning light and warning buzzer* 
(red indicator)
•Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning lightIndicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on
or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not nec
-
essarily indicate a malfunction in the s
ystem. However, if this continues to
occur, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
■The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 1 4 7 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The electr
onic key may not be functioning properly.* (P. 5 3 3 )
● Ther
e may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. 
Refuel the vehicle.
● Ther
e may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.* (P. 9 6 )
● Ther
e may be a malfunction in the P position control system.* 
( P. 1 5 0 , 502 )
● The hybrid s
ystem may be malfunc tioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunc tion, an interim measure is avail-
able to start the hybrid system. ( P. 4 5 5)
*: It may not be possible to shift out of the P position.
■The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-
volt battery may be discharged. (P. 5 3 6 )
● The 12-
volt battery terminal co nnections may be loose or cor-
roded.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the “POWER” switch is
functioning normally:Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” swit ch for abou
t 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Ha
ve the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■The interior lights and headlights 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 12-
volt battery terminals may be discon -
nected.
● The 12-
volt battery may be discharged. (P. 5 3 6 )
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■When the 12-volt battery is discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. (P. 4 3 4 )
●If the 12-volt battery is depleted with the shift position in P, it will not be possible
to shift out of P. In this case, the vehi cle cannot be towed without lifting both
front wheels because the front wheels are locked by the parking lock. 
(  P. 4 8 3 )
●When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system, depress the
brake pedal, and confirm that it is poss ible to shift into each shift position.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover and reinstall
the fuse box cover.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your
L
exus dealer as soon as possible.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Hybrid transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
12-volt battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C):12.6 12.8 V Fully charged 
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged 
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged 
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the hybrid sys-
tem and all the lights are turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Fluid capacity *4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transaxle fluid type
Using hybrid transaxle fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause dete-
rioration in shift quality, locking up of the transaxle accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the hybrid transaxle of your vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf) while the hybrid system is running
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31 kgf)
Steering
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *1
Vehicles without scuff lights
Vehicles with scuff lights3.1 in. (78 mm) Min.
3.1 in. (80 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *28  11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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6-1. Specifications
Light bulbs
A: HB3 halogen bulbs
B: Double end bulbs 
C: Wedge base bulbs (clear) 
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) 
E: H11 halogen bulbs 
F: Single end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
LED headlights
High beam
Halogen headlights
High beam
Low beam
9005
9005 H1160
6055A
A E
Front side marker lightsW5W5C
Front turn signal lights3457NA28 /8F
Parking lightsW5W5C
Front fog lightsH1155E
Rear turn signal lightsWY21W21D
Back-up lightsW16W16C
License plate lightsW5W5C
Outer foot lights5C
Interior
Vanity lights8C
Front interior lights/Personal lights8C
Rear interior light8B
Trunk light3.8C
Door courtesy lights5C

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6-2. Customization
Wireless
remote con-
trol 
(
P. 5 4 )
Wireless remote
controlOnOff———O
Unlocking oper-
ation
Driver’s
door
unlocked
in one step,
all doors
unlocked
in two
steps
All doors
unlocked
in one step
O—OO
Pa n i c f u n c t i o nOnOff———O
Trunk unlocking
operationPress and hold
(short)
One short press———O
Press twice———O
Press and hold
(long)
———O
Off———O
Automatic
light control
system 
(
P. 1 8 3 )
Ti m e e l a p s e d
before the head-
lights turn off30 sec-
onds
Off
O—OO
60 sec-onds
90 sec-onds
Light sensor
sensitivityStandard-2 to 2O—OO
Lights 
(  P. 1 8 3 )Daytime run-
ning light systemOnOff*O—OO
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustom- ized
setting