warning light LEXUS IS250 2016 Owner's Guide

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may
lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system.

(Flashing and then
continuously on)
Indicates a malfunction in the tire pressure warning
system. (→P. 3 2 6 )
The tire pressure warning light comes on after blink-
ing for 1 minute.
(Flashing)
Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check
that the warning light turns off.
Interior
buzzer Exterior
buzzer
Wa 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.*
Once

3 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
nThe compact spare tire
lThe compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
lMake sure to check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire. (→P. 43 9 )
nWhen 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 warned. Also, if you
replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.
nIf 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.
nAfter completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (→P. 3 2 7 )
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C............................................................. 210
ABS.............................................................. 186
AFS .............................................................. 157
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 157
Air conditioning filter .......................... 342
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ....................... 342
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................................210
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 86
Airbag precautions for your
child.......................................................... 90
Airbag warning light ........................384
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 87
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 90
Front passenger occupant
classification system......................... 95
General airbag precautions ........... 90
Locations of airbags............................ 84
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 94
Proper driving posture ............. 82, 90
Side airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 87
Side airbag precautions .................... 90
SRS airbags ............................................. 84
Alarm ............................................................ 79
Antenna .................................................... 226
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 186
Armrest ..................................................... 272
Ashtrays .................................................... 263
Audio input .............................................. 244
Audio system
Antenna...................................................226
Audio input ............................................244
AUX adapter .......................................244
CD player/changer ..........................229
MP3/WMA disc............................... 235
Optimal use ........................................... 241
Portable music player ......................244
Radio ........................................................ 222
Steering wheel audio switch........ 245
Automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................... 210
Automatic headlight leveling
system ..................................................... 158
Automatic light control system.........156
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ..................... 131
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P..................................... 415
S mode ..................................................... 134
AUX adapter ......................................... 244
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................................. 445
Battery
Checking................................................. 321
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................................... 421
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 200
Bottle holders......................................... 256
Brake
Fluid ............................................................ 319
Parking brake........................................ 140
Brake assist .............................................. 186
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Cruise control
Cruise control.......................................166
Dynamic radar cruise control .......170
Cup holder .............................................. 254
Curtain shield airbags............................84
Customizable features ........................ 461
Daytime running light system ........... 157
Defogger
Rear window ..........................................218
Side mirror ..............................................218
Dimension ................................................430
Dinghy towing ............................ 205, 206
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control .......170
Satellite switch mode .......................260
Trip information ....................................152
Warning message............................. 392
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............304
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights..........................247
Wattage.................................................. 445
Door pockets..........................................256
Doors
Door glasses ........................................... 69
Door lock.................................24, 36, 39
Side mirrors ............................................. 66
Driver's seat belt reminder light .... 385
Driving
Correct posture .................................... 82
Procedures .............................................. 116
Driving position memory ......................48
Electric power steering....................... 186
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................. 417
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start ................. 413
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P..................................... 415
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................................... 421
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 383
If the warning light turns on.......... 383
If the warning message is
displayed .............................................392
If you have a flat tire ........................ 404
If you lose your keys .......................... 416
If you think something is
wrong ...................................................379
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................. 417
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 427
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ....................................................373
If your vehicle overheats.................424
Emergency flashers
Switch ....................................................... 372
Engine
Compartment ....................................... 310
Engine switch ........................................ 126
Hood ....................................................... 307
How to start the engine ................... 126
Identification number ........................ 431
If the engine will not start ................. 413
Ignition switch ....................................... 126
Overheating .........................................424
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Warning buzzers
Brake 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 ............................................... 235
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What to do if...
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 3 8 3If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds...
nWarning lights
oror
P. 3 8 3P. 3 8 4
P. 3 8 5
or
P. 3 8 4P. 3 8 5
P. 3 8 5P. 3 8 5
P. 3 8 4P. 3 8 4
P. 3 8 5P. 3 8 4
P. 3 8 4P. 3 8 5
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 light
Pre-collision system warn-ing light
Charging system warning lightTire pressure warning light
The warning message is dis-
playedP. 3 9 2If the warning message is displayed

Entering and Exiting
Before Driving
When Driving
Rain and
Night Driving
Driving Comfort
Opening and Closing
What to do if ...
Customizing
Yo u r L e x u s
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IS_U (L/O_0808)

Driving Comfort Topic 5
Opening and ClosingTopic 6
What to do if ...
Customizing Your Lexus Responding to warning/indicator lights
and other problems that may arise.
A list of features that can be customized. Rain and Night DrivingTopic 4
lHeadlightsP. 33
lFog LightsP. 3 4
lWindshield Wipers and
Wa s h e rP. 3 5
lHeadlight CleanerP. 3 7
lRear Window and Outside Rear
View Mirror DefoggersP. 3 7
l

Instrument Panel Light Control
P. 3 7
lInterior LightsP.4 9
lRear SunshadeP. 4 9
lCompassP. 5 0
lTrunk Storage ExtensionP. 5 0
lLuggage MatP. 5 1
lDoor LocksP.5 3
lPo w e r Wi n d o w sP. 5 4
lMoon RoofP. 5 4
lFuel Tank CapP. 5 5
lHoodP. 5 5
lTr u n kP. 5 6
lAudio SystemP.3 9
lAir Conditioning SystemP. 4 2
lGarage Door OpenerP. 4 3
lAshtraysP. 4 5
lSeat Heaters/Seat Heaters
and VentilatorsP. 4 6
lConsole BoxesP. 4 7
lGlove BoxP. 4 8
lCup HoldersP. 4 8
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration maydiffer from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Topic 3
When Driving
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Satellite Switches
The satellite switches can be used to change the
settings of the following items.
lIntuitive parking assist (if equipped)
lTire inflation pressure warning system initial-
ization
lID code selection for tire inflation pressure
warning system
lAFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
(if equipped)
lSpeed indicator
lTacho indicator
nChanging the ON/OFF settings
To cycle through the functions, press either the
left or right selector switch.
To change the settings, press the ON/OFF
button.
The satellite switches can be used to change the settings of various functions. Settings
are shown on the multi-information display.
For detailed information of changing the settings, see the Owner’s Manual.

What to do if ...
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List of Warning/Indicator Lights
The units used on the speedometer, the tachometer gauge display, indicators and warning
lights may differ depending on the model / type.
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Charging system warning light
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction
indicator lamp
Electric power steering
warning light
Pre-collision system
warning light*1
SRS warning light
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light
For further information, refer to the Owner's Manual.