charging system malfunction Lexus IS350 2021 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2021 IS 300, IS 350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53E98U)

672-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.
*1: These lights come on when the engine
Warning lights
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.337)
(red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.337)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.337)
High coolant temperature
warning light
*2 (  P.337)
Charging system warning
light
*2 (  P.338)
Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light
*2 (  P.338)
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
(  P.338)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
(  P.338)
SRS warning light
*1 (  P.338)
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light*1 ( P.339)
(Canada)
ABS warning light*1 ( P.339)
Brake Override System warn-
ing light/Drive-Start Control
warning light
*2 (  P.339)
(red)
Electric power steering system
warning light
*1 ( P.340)
(yellow)
Electric power st eering system
warning light
*1 (  P.340)
Low fuel level warning light
(  P.340)
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt re minder light
(  P.340)
Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
*3
(  P.340)
Tire pressure warning light
*1
(  P.341)
(orange)
LTA indicator ( P.341)
(flashes)
Intuitive parking assist OFF
indicator (if equipped)
( P.341)
(flashes)
RCTA OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) ( P.342)
(flashes)
PKSB OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) ( P.342)
(flashes or
illuminates)PCS warning light*1 (  P.342)
Slip indicator
*1 (  P.343)
(flashes)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(  P.343)
(flashes)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(  P.343)
(flashes)
Brake hold operated indicator*1
(  P.343)

893-1. Key information
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Before driving
●As the electronic key always receives
radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not
used. The following symptoms indicate
that the electronic key battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when nec-
essary.
• The smart access system with push-but- ton start or the wireless remote control
does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
•The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
●To avoid serious deterioration, do not
leave the electronic ke y within 3 ft. (1 m)
of the following electr ical appliances that
produce a magnetic field:
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless
phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers
■Replacing the battery
 P.316
■Confirmation of the number of regis-
tered keys
The number of keys already registered to
the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask your
Lexus dealer for details.
NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
●Do not drop the keys, subject them to
strong shocks or bend them.
●Do not expose the keys to high tem-
peratures for long periods of time.
●Do not get the keys wet or wash them
in an ultrasonic washer etc.
●Do not attach metallic or magnetic
materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.
●Do not disassemb le the keys.
●Do not attach a sticker or anything else
to the surface of the electronic key.
●Do not place the keys near objects that
produce magnetic fields, such as TVs,
audio systems and induction cookers,
or medical electrical equipment, such
as low-frequency therapy equipment.
■Carrying the electronic key on your
person
Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm)
or more away from electric appliances
that are turned on. Radio waves emitted
from electric applianc es within 3.9 in. (10
cm) of the electronic key may interfere
with the key, causing the key to not func-
tion properly.
■In case of a smart access system with
push-button start malfunction or
other key-rela ted problems
P.359
■When an electronic key is lost
P.358
■Handling the card key
●Do not apply excess force when insert-
ing the mechanical key into the card
key. Doing so may damage the card
key.
●If the battery or card key terminals get
wet, the battery may corrode.
If the key is dropped into water, or if
drinking water etc. is spilled on the key,
immediately remove the battery cover
and wipe the battery and terminals. (To
remove the battery cover, lightly grasp
and pull it.) If the battery is corroded,
have your Lexus dealer replace the
battery.
●Do not crush the battery cover or use
a screwdriver to remove the battery
cover.
Forcibly removing the battery cover
may bend or damage the key.
●If the battery cover is frequently
removed, the battery cover may
become loose.

3387-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Charging system warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Low engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Malfunction indicator lamp (warning buzzer)
■SRS warning light (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The electronic engine control system;
 The electronic throttle control system; or
 The electronic automatic transmission control system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The SRS airbag system;
 The front passenger occupant classification system; or
 The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

3487-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Check the engine oil and change it if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, make
sure to reset the message. ( P.298)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed.
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the
engine oil, make sure to reset the message.
(  P.298)
■If a message that in dicates the need for
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■If a message that in dicates the need for
referring to Owner’s Manual is dis-
played
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display,
follow the instructions.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.365)
• “High Transmission Fluid Temp” ( P.138)
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display, it
may indicate a malfunction. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion”
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display, it
may indicate a malfunction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
NOTICE
■If “High Power Consumption Power
to Climate Temporarily Limited” is
displayed frequently
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.

432Alphabetical Index
Open door.............................................. 93, 94
Open window ................................................ 119
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ...........209
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ......... 342
Pre-collision braking.................................. 172
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ...... 342
Seat belt ..........................................................340
Warning lights............................................... 337 ABS .................................................................. 339
Brake hold operated indicator ........... 343
Brake Override System ......................... 339
Brake system ............................................... 337
Charging system .......................................338
Drive-Start Control .................................. 339
Electric power steering ..........................340
High coolant temperature .................... 337
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator 341
Low engine oil pressure.........................338
Low fuel level ...............................................340
LTA indicator .................................................341
Malfunction indicator lamp...................338
Parking brake indicator .......................... 343
PKSB OFF indicator ................................ 342
Pre-collision system ................................. 342
RCTA OFF indicator............................... 342
Seat belt reminder light ..........................340
Slip indicator ................................................ 343
SRS....................................................................338
Tire pressure ..................................................341
Warning messages ..................................... 346
Washer Adding ............................................................ 302
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 243
Switch ................................................................154
Washing and waxing..................................280
Weight Cargo capacity............................................. 132
Load limits ....................................................... 132
Weight ............................................................ 372
Wheels ...............................................................313 Size.................................................................... 379 Window lock switch ...................................... 119
Windows
Power windows ............................................. 118
Rear window defogger...........................255
Washer ............................................................ 154
Windshield wipers ........................................154
Winter driving tips....................................... 243
Wireless remote control Battery-Saving Function..........................100
Locking/Unlocking .....................................90
Replacing the battery ................................ 316
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
· Navigation system
· Audio/visual system
· Lexus parking assist monitor
· Lexus Enform