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2616-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
●After carrying out the initialization proce-
dure, the tire pressure warning light
blinks for 1 minute then stays on after
driving for 20 minutes.
The tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter is equipped with a unique
ID code. When replacing a tire pres-
sure warning valve and transmitter, it is
necessary to register the ID code.
Have the ID code registered by your
Lexus dealer. The recommended cold tire inflation
pressure and tire size are displayed on
the tire and loading information label.
(
P.322)
Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge
WARNING
■When initializing the tire pressure
warning system
Do not operate the ti re pressure warning
reset switch without first adjusting the tire
inflation pressure to the specified level.
Otherwise, the tire pressure warning
light may not come on even if the tire
inflation pressure is low, or it may come
on when the tire inflation pressure is
actually normal.
Registering ID codes
Tire inflation pressure
Checking the specified tire infla-
tion pressure
Inspection and adjustment pro-
cedure
A
B

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When trouble arises
.7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers.................. 274
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......................... 274
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water............................................ 275
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed.277
If you think something is wrong ........................................................ 280
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 281
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds ....... 282
If a warning message is displayed 290
If you have a flat tire.................. 294
If the engine wi ll not start ........301
If you lose your keys ................. 303
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened........................................ 303
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................... 304
If the vehicle battery is discharged 306
If your vehicle overheats ........ 309
If the vehicle becomes stuck ......................................................... 313

2827-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Brake system warning light
■High coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Charging system warning light*
*: Except F SPORT models: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
F SPORT models: This light illuminates on the meter.
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, bu t then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates that:
 The brake fluid level is low; or
 The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.309)
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.

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■Low engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Malfunction indicator lamp
■SRS warning light
■ABS warning light
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
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

2847-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Parking brake warning light (warning buzzer*)
*: A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged.
■Brake Override System warning light/Drive-Start Control warning light*
(warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates that the parking brake is engaged
 Release the parking brake.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When a buzzer sounds:
Brake Override System is malfunctioning;
 Drive-Start Control is operating; or
 Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Brake Override System is operating
 Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

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■LDA (Lane Departure Alert) indicator
■PCS warning light
■Slip indicator
■Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*
*: Open door warning buzzer: P.88
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(orange)
If the LDA indicator is illuminated:
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) system.
 Check the warning message displayed on the multi-information
display. ( P.166)
If the LDA indicator flashes:
Indicates that the vehicle has deviated from the lane (while the LDA
[Lane Departure Alert with steering control] system is operating)
 Check the area around the vehicle and return the vehicle to
between the lane lines.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes or illumi-
nates)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or that the
system is temporarily unavailable due to the vehicle being extremely
hot/cold, or dirt around a front sensor, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display.
(  P.160, 292)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.
 P.193
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
 The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or
 The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC or the TRAC system is operating.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that a door or th e trunk is not fully closed
 Check that both side doors and the trunk are closed.

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If a warning message is dis-
played
The multi-information display
shows warnings of system malfunc-
tions, incorrectly performed opera-
tions, and messages that indicate a
need for maintenance. When a
message is shown, perform the cor-
rection procedure appropriate to
the message.
Except F SPORT models
Master warning light
The master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
Follow the instructions of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are
shown again after the following actions
have been performed, contact your
Lexus dealer.
A
B
F SPORT models (main meter in
center position)
Master warning light
The master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
Follow the instructions of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are
shown again after the following actions
have been performed, contact your
Lexus dealer.
A
B

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The warning lights and warning buzzers op erate as follows depending on the con-
tent of the message. If a message indicates the need for inspection by a dealer, have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
F SPORT models (main meter-
moved to the right)
Master warning light
The master warning light also comes on
or flashes in order to indicate that a mes-
sage is currently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
Follow the instructions of the message
on the multi-information display.
If any of the warning messages are
shown again after the following actions
have been performed, contact your
Lexus dealer.
A
B
Messages and warnings
Warning buzzer*Warning
Comes onSounds
Indicates an important situat ion, such as when a sys-
tem related to driving is ma lfunctioning or that dan-
ger may result if the co rrection procedure is not
performed
FlashesSoundsIndicates a situation, such as when damage to the
vehicle or danger may result

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In some situations, the master warning light and warning buzzer may not oper-
ate as specified. In this case, follow the instructions displayed in the warning
message.
 If a warning light comes on or flashes at the same time that a warning message is
displayed, take corrective actio n according to the warning light. ( P.282)
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-information display.
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below
may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehi-
cle specifications.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level is low. Check the level
of the engine oil, and add if necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a
level surface and check to see if the mes-
sage disappears.
■If “Front Camera Unavailable” or “Front
Camera Unavailable Remove Debris
On Windshield” is displayed
The following systems may be suspended
until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. ( P.151, 285)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control)
●Dynamic radar cruise control
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is dis-
played
Indicates that all maintenance according to
the driven distance on the maintenance
schedule
* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles
(7200 km) after the message has been
reset. If necessary, perform maintenance.
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.238)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the main tenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all mainte nance is required to
correspond to the driven distance on the
maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles
(8000 km) after the message has been
reset. (The indicator will not work properly
unless the message ha s been reset.) Per-
form the necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the maintenance is
performed. ( P.238)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
Comes onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of electri-
cal components, their cond ition, or indicates the
need for maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an operation has
been performed incorrectly, or indicates how to
perform an operation correctly
Warning buzzer*Warning

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tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to
be changed. (The indicator will not work
properly unless the oil maintenance data
has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, the oil
change system shou ld be reset. (P.250)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed. (After the engine oil is changed
and the oil maintenance data has been
reset.)
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be
reset. ( P.250)
■If a message that indicates 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 “See Owner’s Manual” is displayed
●If the following messages are shown, fol-
lowing the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.309)
●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.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “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.
• “Oil Pressure Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction” NOTICE
■“High Power Consumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.