brake light LEXUS LX570 2015 Owner's Manual
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7604-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces. If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately. If
you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE■
If the fluid level is low
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs freq uent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.
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7634-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■
Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, before recharging: ●
If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable. ●
Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the battery.■
After recharging/reconnecting the battery
The engine may not start. Follow the pr ocedure below to initialize the system.
Depress the brake pedal with the shift lever in “P” or “N”.
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
CAUTION■
Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosi ve sulfuric acid and may produce hydro-
gen gas which is flammable an d explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious
injury, take the following precautions while working on or near battery: ●
Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.●
Do not smoke or light a match near the battery. ●
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes. ●
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte. ●
Wear protective safe ty glasses when working near the battery.●
Keep children away from the battery. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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7914-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment (fuse box on the left side)
Fuse Ampere Circuit
1 A/F 15 A A/F heater
2 HORN 10 A Horn
3 EFI MAIN 25 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, A/F heater, fuel pump
4 IG2 MAIN 30 A INJ, IGN, MET
5 RR A/C 50 A Blower controller
6 CDS FAN 25 A Condenser fan
7 RR S/HTR 20 A Rear seat heater
8 FR FOG 15 A Front fog lights
9 STOP 15 A Stoplights, high mounted stoplight,
brake controller, ABS, VSC, main
body ECU, Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, trailer
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7954-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■ Engine compartment (fuse box on the right side)
Fuse Ampere Circuit
1 HWD1 30 A No circuit
2 TOW BRK 30 A Brake controller
3 RR P/SEAT 30 A Power second seat
4 PWR HTR 7.5 A No circuit
5 DEICER 20 A Windshield wiper de-icer
6 ALT-CDS 10 A ALT-CDS
7 SECURITY 5 A SECURITY
8 SEAT A/C RH 25 A Seat heaters and ventilators
9 AI PMP HTR 10 A AI pump heater
10 TOW TAIL 30 A Towing tail light system
11 HWD2 30 A No circuit
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7974-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) 4 PANEL 10 A Ashtray, brake controller, cigarette
lighter, cool box, center differential
lock, driving mode switches, multi-
information display, air conditioning
system, glove box light, audio system,
emergency flashers, headlight cleaner
switch, driving position memory but-
tons, outside rear view mirror
switches, overhead module, roll sens-
ing of curtain shield airbags off switch,
rear heater panel, shift lever switch,
power back door main switch, camera
switch, VSC OFF switch, steering
switch, console switch, instrument
panel light control
5 ECU-IG No.2 10 A Air conditioning system, rear heater
panel, overhead module, ABS, VSC,
steering sensor, yaw rate & G sensor,
main body ECU, stoplights, moon
roof, anti-glare inside rear view mirror
6 WINCH 5 A No circuit
7 A/C IG 10 A Cool box, condenser fan, cooler com-
pressor, rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers, smog sensor
8 TAIL 15 A Tail lights, license plate lights, front fog
lights, parking lights, side marker
lightsFuse Ampere Circuit
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826
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...Stop the vehicle immediately. Continui ng to drive the vehicle may be
dangerous.
The following warning in dicates a possible prob lem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a sa fe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
* : Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with the
vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the po ssibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immedia tely stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*•Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Warning light Warning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or
flash. If a light turns on or flashes, bu t then turns off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer.
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When trouble arises
8275-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the ca use of the following warn ings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possi bly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer, immediately. Warning light Warning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
(Comes on or
flashes) Pre-collision system warning light (if equipped)
Indicates:
• Malfunction in the pre-collision system if the light comes on.
• The system cannot temporarily be used if the light flashes.
( P. 845)
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8325-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following: ●
Is the fuel empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately. ●
Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. ■
If the low speed four-wheel drive indicato r light or the center differential lock
indicator light blinks
Take the specified steps. ( P. 335)
If the brake system warning light or the malfunction indicator light also comes on, or
the low speed four-wheel drive indicator light or the center differential lock indica-
tor light continues to blink after taking th e specified steps, there may be a malfunc-
tion in the engine, the brake system or the four-wheel drive system. In this case, you
may not be able to transfer between “H4” and “L4” modes, and the center differen-
tial lock may not be able to be locked or unlocked. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer, immediately. ■
Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder●
If luggage is placed on the front pass enger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passenger is not sitting in
the seat. ●
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and
the warning light may not operate properly.
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When trouble arises
8355-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■
If the tire pressure warning light freque ntly comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by Lexus dealer.
CAUTION■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precauti ons. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. ●
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately. ●
If the tire pressure warning light come s on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is probab le that you have a flat tire. Chec k the tires. If the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer. ●
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.■
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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8705-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Emergency start function
When the engine does no t start, the following s teps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in “P”.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “E NGINE START STOP” sw itch about 15 sec-
onds while dep ressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above step s, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehi cle checked by your Lexus dealer.■ The starter motor does not turn ov er, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 875)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.Contact your Lexus dealer, if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4