check engine light Lexus IS250 2009 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2009 IS350/250 (OM53669U) User Guide

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
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 a different set of tires has been selected using the satellite switch.
●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or higher
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 frequencies is in use in the vehicle
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular 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 blinking for 1 minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute frequently
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by your Lexus dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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.)
(Flashing)
Indicates that an
attempt was made
to start the engine
without the elec-
tronic key being
present, or the
electronic key was
not functioning
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
or closed with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch in
any mode other
than OFF and the
electronic key
outside of the
detection area.
Confirm the loca-
tion of the elec-
tronic key.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Avoiding a discharged battery
●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.
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any pa rt other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
Maintain the engine speed on th e 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 ve hicle checked at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.STEP5
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6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
DifferentialFront
Rear
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at factory fill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
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 capacity0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.61 lmp.qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Oil viscosityAbove -18 C (0 F): SAE90
Below -18 C (0 F): SAE80W or SAE80W-90
Oil capacity
IS350:
1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
IS250: 1.20 qt. (1.15 L, 1.01 lmp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85
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Alphabetical index
Engine compartment cover............... 312
Engine coolantCapacity................................................. 435
Checking ................................................. 317
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................200
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................................... 142
Engine immobilizer system .................. 77
Engine oil Capacity................................................. 434
Checking ................................................. 313
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................200
Engine oil maintenance data ............. 316
EPS...............................................................186
Event data recorder..............................381
First-aid kit storage belt......................278
Floor mat................................................... 277
Fluid Brake ......................................................... 319
Washer ................................................... 324
Fog lights Switch ........................................................159
Wattage ................................................. 445
Foot well lighting ................................... 247
Front fog lights Switch ........................................................159
Wattage ................................................. 445 Front passenger occupant
classification system ............................ 95
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light..................................... 385
Front seats Adjustment ............................................... 46
Driving position memory ..................48
Seat position memory ........................ 52
Front turn signal lights Switch........................................................ 139
Wattage ..................................................445
Fuel Capacity .................................................433
Fuel gauge...............................................142
Fuel pump shut off system............ 380
Gas station information ................. 488
Information ............................................446
Refueling.................................................... 74
Fuel door ..................................................... 74
Fuel filler door ........................................... 74
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 380
Fuses .......................................................... 347
Garage door opener ........................... 281
Gas station information..................... 488
Gauges ...................................................... 142
Glove box ................................................. 251
Glove box light ...................................... 252
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Alphabetical index
TachometerTacho indicator..................................... 142
Tachometer ............................................ 142
Tail lights Switch ....................................................... 156
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................................... 79
Engine immobilizer system .............. 77
Theft prevention labels ........................... 81
Tire inflation pressure .........................336
Tire information Glossary................................................. 454
Size .............................................................451
Tire identification number ...............451
Uniform tire quality grading ......... 452
Tires Chains .....................................................200
Checking ............................................... 325
If you have a flat tire ..........................404
Inflation pressure................................ 336
Inflation pressure sensor................ 327
Information............................................ 449
Replacing ...............................................404
Rotating tires ........................................ 325
Size ........................................................... 439
Snow tires ..............................................200
Tools ...........................................................404
Total load capacity ................................ 199 Towing
Dinghy towing ........................205, 206
Emergency towing ............................373
Trailer towing ...................................... 204
TRAC ......................................................... 186
Traction control...................................... 186
Transmission shift switches.................134
Trip meter ..................................................142
Trunk Extending a space .............................275
Opener ...................................................... 43
Trunk light Trunk light ................................................. 44
Wattage ................................................. 445
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 363
Switch ........................................................ 139
Wattage ................................................. 445
Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................................... 258
Wattage ................................................. 445
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 258
VDIM.......................................................... 186
Vehicle dynamics integrated management ........................................ 186
Vehicle identification number...........431
Vehicle stability control ...................... 186
Ventilators ............................................... 269
VSC ............................................................ 186T
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Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ....................................... 383
Open door ..........................................385
Seat belt reminder ............................385
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .................. 384
Brake assist system .......................... 384
Brake system ....................................... 383
Charging system ............................... 384
Electric power steering warning light ..................................... 384
Low fuel level.......................................385
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 384
Master warning light ........................385
Open door ...........................................385
Pre-collision system ......................... 384
Pretensioners ...................................... 384
Seat belt reminder light ..................385
SRS airbags .......................................... 384
Tire pressure warning light........................................................385
Warning messages AWD system ....................................... 393
Dynamic radar cruise control .......................393, 395
Engine oil level .................................... 395
Engine oil maintenance.................. 395
Engine oil pressure........................... 392
Hood ....................................................... 395
Intuitive parking assist .........393, 395
Moon roof ............................................. 395
Open door ........................................... 395
Parking brake ...................................... 395
Pre-collision system .............393, 395 Smart access system with
push-button start ........................... 400
Steering lock.........................................393
Tire pressure warning system................... 393, 395
Trunk ....................................................... 395
Washer fluid ........................................ 395
Washer Checking ............................................... 324
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 200
Switch........................................................ 160
Washing and waxing ........................... 292
Weight Cargo capacity .................................... 196
Load limits .............................................. 199
Weight.................................................... 430
Wheels ......................................................340
Window glasses ...................................... 69
Window lock switch ............................... 69
Windows Power windows .....................................69
Rear window defogger.................... 218
Washer .................................................... 160
Windshield wipers................................. 160
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.......................345
WMA disc ............................................... 235W
*: Refer to the “Navigatio n System Owner’s Manual”