check engine light Lexus IS F 2010 User Guide

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
10_IS F_U
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to co rrect the suspected problem, check
that the warning light turns off.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(Comes on for 10 seconds.)
Indicates that an
attempt was
made to start the
engine without
the electronic
key being
present, or the
electronic key
was not function-
ing normally.
Start the engine
with the elec-
tronic key
present.
*
Once3 times
(Flashing)
Indicates that a
door other than
the driver’s door
has been opened
and closed with
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch in any
mode other than
OFF and the
electronic key
has been taken
out of the detec-
tion area.
Confirm the loca-
tion of the elec-
tronic key.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
10_IS F_U
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine 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, etc.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode,
then start the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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6-1. Specifications
10_IS F_U
Ignition system
Electrical system
Differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at the fac-
tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equiv-
alent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning the engine.
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 engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LX 75W-85 GL-5” or equivalent

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Alphabetical index
10_IS F_U
Emergency, in case ofIf the engine will not start ................474
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 475
If the vehicle has a discharged battery..................................................480
If the warning buzzer sounds........ 441
If the warning light turns on ............ 441
If a warning message is displayed .............................................. 451
If you have a flat tire ........................ 465
If you lose your keys ........................ 476
If you think something is wrong....................................................437
If the electronic key does not operate properly .............................477
If your vehicle becomes stuck ....486
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................................... 431
If your vehicle overheats................ 483
Engine ACCESSORY mode ....................... 124
Compartment ......................................372
Engine switch ........................................ 124
Hood ....................................................... 369
How to start the engine.................... 124
Identification number.......................489
If the engine will not start ................474
Ignition switch........................................ 124
Overheating......................................... 483
Engine compartment cover..............373 Engine coolant
Capacity .................................................493
Checking ...............................................378
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................................192
Engine coolant temperature
gauge....................................................... 139
Engine immobilizer system.................. 78
Engine oil Capacity .................................................492
Checking ............................................... 374
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................................192
Engine oil maintenance data............ 376
EPS ............................................................... 177
Event data recorder ............................ 439
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 332
Floor mat ................................................... 331
Fluid
Brake ....................................................... 380
Washer .................................................. 385
Fog lights Switch........................................................ 153
Wattage ................................................. 498
Footwell lights ........................................306
Front fog lights Switch........................................................ 153
Wattage ................................................. 498
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............................ 97
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