brake sensor LEXUS NX300h 2018 Owner's Manual

3717-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises ■
Brake Override System/Drive-S tart Control warning light *
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: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
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SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the air-
bag sensor assembly, fr ont impact sensors,
side impact sensors (front door), side
impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position
sensor, driver’s seat be lt buckle switch, front
passenger occupant cl assification system
(ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indi-
cator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light,
front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch,
driver’s seat belt pretensioner, front passen-
ger’s seat belt pretensioner and force lim-
iter, airbags, interconnecting wiring and
power sources. ( → P.32)
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Front passenger detection sensor, seat
belt reminder and warning buzzer
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If luggage is placed on the front passen-
ger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause th e warning light to
flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the
seat. ●
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sen-
sor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may no t operate properly.■
Electric power steering system warning
light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes
insufficient of the voltage temporarily drops,
the electric power steering system warning
light may come on and the warning buzzer
may sound.
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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes
on while driving
First check the following:
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Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
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Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.Warning light Details/Actions
Brake Override System
Indicates that the accelerato r and brake pedals are being
depressed simultaneously, and the Brake Override System
is operating.
→ Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake
pedal.
Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override System (with
warning buzzer)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Drive-Start Control
Indicates that the shift position was changed and Drive-
Start Control was operated wh ile depressing the accelera-
tor pedal. (with warning buzzer)
→ Momentarily release th e accelerator pedal.
Indicates a malfunction in th e Drive-Start Control system
(with warning buzzer)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.

445What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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If you cannot release the shift lever
by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON mode
( → P.174)
 It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( → P.169)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the
one at the driver’s seat cannot be
operated if the window lock switch
is pressed. ( → P.145)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the
hybrid system is not operating) for a
period of time. ( → P.170)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the front passen-
ger wearing the seat belts?
( → P.369)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( → P.177)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( → P.365, 374)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm
sounds. ( → P.71)
To stop the alarm, turn the power
switch to ON mode or start the hybrid
system.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-
information display. ( → P.374)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.365, 374.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
replace the flat tire with the spare The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred If you have a flat tire