warning light Lexus IS250 2012 Owner's Guide

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U
If a warning message is displayed
Stop the vehicle immediately.A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to
the vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
(for U.S.A.)
(for Canada) (Flashing)Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure.The warning light may turn on if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights turns on again after performing the follow-
ing actions, contact your Lexus dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check
that the warning light turns off.
InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
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
IS350/250_U
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated. Also, if you
replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.
■If you have a flat rear tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on the front of the vehicle. Perform the following steps
and fit tire chains to the rear tires.Replace a front tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the rear tires.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( →P. 4 1 4 )
CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle
suddenly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire.
STEP1
STEP2
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WDTw o W h e e l D r i v e
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
AW DAll Wheel Drive
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECTElectronic Controlled Transmission
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent data recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
ETCSElectronic Throttle Control System
GAWRGross Axle Weight Rating
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System
TRACTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C* ........................................................... 216
ABS.............................................................. 196
Air conditioning filter ..........................430
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................430
Automatic air conditioning system*.................................................. 216
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 101
Airbag precautions for your child........................................................ 104
Airbag warning light .........................472
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 101
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................................ 104
Front passenger occupant classification system....................... 109
General airbag pr ecautions ......... 104
Locations of airbags............................ 98
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................. 108
Proper driving posture ........... 96, 104
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 101
Side airbag precautions .................. 104
SRS airbags ............................................. 98
Alarm ............................................................ 92
Antenna* .................................................. 234 Anti-lock brake system ........................196
Armrest ..................................................... 351
Ashtrays.................................................... 342
Audio input* ............................................. 271
Audio system*
Antenna...................................................234
AUX port .................................................271
Bluetooth
® audio ..............................276
CD player/changer .......................... 237
iPod ...........................................................252
MP3/WMA disc................................244
Optimal use ......................................... 269
Portable music player ........................271
Radio ........................................................229
Steering wheel audio switch.........273
USB memory ...................................... 260
USB port ............................................... 260
Automatic air conditioning
system* ....................................................216
Automatic headlight leveling
system ......................................................175
Automatic light control system......... 172
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 146
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 503
S mode ..................................................... 149
AUX port* ................................................ 271
Auxiliary box .......................................... 335
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Child-protectors ...................................... 49
Cigarette lighter....................................343
CleaningExterior ................................................... 378
Interior ..................................................... 382
Seat belts................................................383
Clock ........................................................ 338
Coat hooks ..............................................355
Compass ..................................................366
Condenser ..............................................406
Console box .......................................... 330
Cooling system Engine overheating ............................513
Cornering assist sensors .................... 190
Cruise control ......................................... 186
Cup holder .............................................. 332
Curtain shield airbags............................98
Customizable features .......................553
Daytime running light system ............174
Defogger* Rear window........................................ 224
Side mirror ............................................ 224
Dimension ................................................520
Dinghy towing ................................. 211, 212
Display
Satellite switch mode ....................... 339
Trip information ................................... 168
Warning message.............................. 481 Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............391
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights ........................ 325
Wattage ................................................. 536
Door pockets ......................................... 334
Doors Door lock ................................33, 45, 48
Door windows....................................... 80
Side mirrors.............................................. 77
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 473
Driving Correct posture.....................................96
Procedures............................................. 130
Driving position memory...................... 58
Electric power steering........................196
Electronic key If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................505
Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is displayed .............................................. 481
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................505
If the engine will not start .................501
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 503
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery ...................................................510
If the warning buzzer sounds........ 471
If the warning light turns on............ 471
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Warning buzzersBrake system ......................................... 471
Open door .......................................... 473
Seat belt reminder............................. 473
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system....................472
Brake assist system............................472
Brake system ......................................... 471
Charging system ................................472
Electric power steering
warning light ......................................472
Low fuel level ....................................... 473
Malfunction indicator lamp............472
Master warning light ........................ 473
Open door ........................................... 473
Pretensioners........................................472
Seat belt reminder light .................. 473
SRS airbags ...........................................472
Tire pressure warning light ........................................................ 473 Warning messages
AWD system....................................... 482
Engine oil level.................................... 484
Engine oil maintenance.................. 484
Engine oil pressure............................. 481
Hood ....................................................... 484
Intuitive parking assist ......... 482, 484
Moon roof............................................. 484
Open door ........................................... 484
Parking brake...................................... 484
Smart access system with push-button start ...........................488
Steering lock........................................ 482
Tire pressure warning system................... 482, 484
Trunk........................................................ 484
Washer fluid ........................................ 484
Washer
Checking................................................... 411
Preparing and checking before winter.................................... 206
Switch........................................................ 178
Washing and waxing........................... 378W

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What to do if...
IS350/250_U
A warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 4 7 1If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds...
■Warning lights
or or
P. 4 7 1P. 4 7 2
P. 4 7 3
or
P. 4 7 2P. 4 7 3
P. 4 7 3P. 4 7 3
P. 4 7 2P. 4 7 2
P. 4 7 3P. 4 7 3
P. 4 7 2P. 4 7 2
Brake system warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp
ABS warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low fuel level warning lightMaster warning light
SRS warning lightElectric power steering
warning light
Open door warning lightTire pressure warning light
Charging system warning
lightSlip indicator
A warning message is dis-
playedP. 4 8 1If a warning message is displayed