Lexus CT (2021 year). Manual in english — page 32

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8-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers

Press the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn

them off, press the switch once again.

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Emergency flashers

If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is not operat-

ing (while the “READY” indicator is not illuminated), the 12-volt battery may discharge.

The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle has
to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.

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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.

Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to

slow the vehicle.

Shift the shift position to N.



If the shift position is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the hybrid system.



If the shift position cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as
much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system, press and
hold the power switch for 2 consec-
utive seconds or more, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in succes-
sion.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in
the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following procedure:

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Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly 3 times or more

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WARNING

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If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving

Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the steering wheel heavier to

turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid system.

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8-1. Essential information

If the vehicle is trapped in rising water

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Remove the seat belt first.

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If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.

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If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power window
switch and exit the vehicle through the window.

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If the window can not be opened using the power window switch, remain
calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the point that the
water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water pressure outside of the
vehicle, and then open the door and exit the vehicle.

In the event the vehicle is submerged in water, remain calm and perform the
following.

WARNING

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Using an emergency hammer

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for emergency escape

The front side windows and rear side windows, as well as the rear window can be shat-

tered with an emergency hammer

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used for emergency escape.

However, an emergency hammer can not shatter the windshield as it is laminated glass.

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: Contact your Lexus dealer or aftermarket accessory manufacturer for further infor-

mation about an emergency hammer.

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Escaping the vehicle from the window

There are cases where escaping the vehicle from the window is not possible due to

seating position, passenger body type, etc.
When using an emergency hammer, consider your seat location and the size of the

window opening to ensure that the opening is accessible and large enough to escape.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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If your vehicle needs to be towed

If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer or commercial towing service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed
truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front, the vehicle’s
rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions. (

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P. 659, 661)

If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When towing the vehicle

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While towing

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When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive

stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or chains

may become damaged, broken debris may hit people, and cause serious damage.

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Do not turn the power switch off.

This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the parking lock.

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Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle

Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely. If not securely installed, towing eyelet

may come loose during towing.

Be sure to transport the vehicle with the front

wheels raised or with all four wheels raised off

the ground. If the vehicle is towed with the front

wheels contacting the ground, the drivetrain

and related parts may be damaged or electric-

ity generated by the operation of the motor

may cause a fire to occur depending on the

nature of the damage or malfunction.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

In the following situations, it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle using
cables or chains, as the front wheels may be locked due to the parking lock. Con-
tact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer or commercial towing service.

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There is a malfunction in the P position control system. (

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P. 677)

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There is a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (

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P. 78)

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There is a malfunction in the smart entry & start system. (

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P. 716)

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The 12-volt battery is discharged. (

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P. 718)

The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer or
commercial towing service before towing.

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The hybrid system warning message shows on the multi-information display
and the vehicle does not move.

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The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck

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Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the power switch is off. The steering lock

mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.

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When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the oppo-

site end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be dam-

aged while being towed.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing

Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.

Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle

Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

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When using a flat-bed truck to transport the vehicle, use tire strapping belts.
Refer to the owner’s manual of the flat-bed truck for the tire strapping method.
In order to suppress vehicle movement during transportation, set the parking
brake and turn the power switch off.

Do not tow with a sling-type truck to
prevent body damage.

If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing eyelets. This
should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distance at under 30
km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.

Towing with a wheel-lift type truck



From the front

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From the rear

Release the parking brake.

Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

Using a flatbed truck

Towing with a sling-type truck

Emergency towing

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

To have your vehicle towed by another vehicle, the towing eyelet must be
installed to your vehicle. Install the towing eyelet using the following procedure.

Take out the wheel nut wrench and towing eyelet. (

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P. 692, 704)

Remove the eyelet cover using a flat-
head screwdriver.

To protect the bodywork, place a rag

between the screwdriver and the vehi-

cle body as shown in the illustration.

Insert the towing eyelet into the hole
and tighten partially by hand.

Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench
or hard metal bar.

Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.

Take care not to damage the vehicle body.

Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.

If the hybrid system does not start, turn the power switch to ON mode.

Shift the shift position to N and release the parking brake.

Emergency towing procedure

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While towing

If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,

making steering and braking more difficult.

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Wheel nut wrench

Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. (

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P. 692, 704)

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If you think something is wrong

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Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

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Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear

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High coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on

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Changes in exhaust sound

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Excessive tire squeal when cornering

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Strange noises related to the suspension system

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Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system

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Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly

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Appreciable loss of power

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Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking

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Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road

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Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.

Visible symptoms

Audible symptoms

Operational symptoms

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

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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, but 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 any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

Warning light and warning buzzer list

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

Brake system warning light and warning buzzer (red indicator)

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Indicates that:

• The brake fluid level is low; or

• The brake system is malfunctioning

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 sys-

tem is operating normally.



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any

reliable repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dan-

gerous.

Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The regenerative braking system; or

• The electronically controlled brake system



Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

Low engine oil pressure warning light

Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any

reliable repairer.

Malfunction indicator lamp

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The hybrid system;

• The electronic engine control system;

• The electronic throttle control system; or

• The emission control system (If equipped)



Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

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SRS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The SRS airbag system; or

• The seat belt pretensioner system

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Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

ABS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The ABS; or

• The brake assist system



Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) sys-

tem



Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

(Flashes or illuminates)

(If equipped)

PCS warning light

When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:

Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Collision

System).



Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

When a buzzer does not sound:

The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavail-

able, corrective action may be necessary.



Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information dis-

play. (

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P. 301, 671)

(If equipped)

LDA indicator

Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with

steering control)

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When “Lane Departure Alert Unavailable” is displayed on the

multi-information display, turn the LDA system off, wait for a lit-

tle while, and then turn the LDA system back on. (

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P. 323)

When a message other than above is displayed, follow the

instructions displayed in the message.

Slip indicator light

Indicates a malfunction in:

• The VSC system;

• The TRC system; or

• The hill-start assist control system



Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

The light will flash when the VSC, TRC and/or ABS systems are

operating.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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(If equipped)

Automatic headlight leveling system warning light

Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system



Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

High coolant temperature warning light

Changes from a flashing to a solid light when the engine coolant

temperature increases



Stop and check. (

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P. 722)

Open door warning light (warning buzzer)

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Indicates that a door is not fully closed

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Check that all the doors are closed.

Low fuel level warning light

Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 6.8 L (1.8 gal., 1.5

Imp.gal.) or less

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Refuel the vehicle.

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning
buzzer)

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Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their seat belts

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Fasten the seat belt.

If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front passenger’s

seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light

(warning buzzer) turn off.

Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights

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(warning buzzer)

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Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts

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Fasten the seat belt.

Master warning light

A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to

indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunc-

tion.

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P. 671

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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: Brake system warning buzzer:

When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the warning
light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:

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P. 676

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: Open door warning buzzer:

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P. 674

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: Driver’s seat belt warning buzzer:

The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt

is not fastened. Once the power switch is turned to ON mode, the buzzer sounds. If

the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of

time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger

that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds

intermittently for a certain period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.

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: This light illuminates on the center panel. Regardless of whether or not a rear passen-

ger is present, if the power switch is turned to ON mode with the rear seat belts unfas-
tened, this light will also illuminate for a certain period of time.

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: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:

The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger that

his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds

intermittently for a certain period of time, after the seat belt is fastened and unfas-

tened and the vehicle reaches a certain speed.

Tire pressure warning light

When the light comes on:

Low tire inflation pressure such as

• Natural causes (

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P. 669)

• Flat tire (

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P. 690, 703)

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Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level.

The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does

not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the

system checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus

authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:

Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system (

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P. 670)

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Have the system checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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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 passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor

may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passen-

ger is not sitting in the seat.

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If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the warn-

ing light may not operate properly.

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Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or 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

The malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank becomes completely empty.

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle immediately. The malfunction indicator lamp

will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.

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When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Inspect the appearance of the tire to check that the tire is not punctured.
If the tire is punctured:

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P. 690, 703

If the tire is not punctured:
Carry out the following procedure after the tire temperature has lowered sufficiently.

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Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.

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If the warning light does not go out even after several minutes, check that the tire infla-

tion pressure is at the specified level and carry out initialization. (

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P. 612)

The warning light may come on again if the above operations are conducted without first

allowing the tire temperature to lower sufficiently.

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The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes

The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks

or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, adjusting the tire

inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).

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When a tire is replaced with a spare tire (vehicles with a compact spare tire)

The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmit-

ter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat

tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire

and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few

minutes.

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Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function properly

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P. 614

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If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute

If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the

power switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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Warning buzzer

In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio

sound.

WARNING

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If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on

Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized Lexus retailer

or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. The vehicle will become

extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could cause an

accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.

When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel firmly

and operate it using more force than usual.

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If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of

vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.

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Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure

immediately.

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Vehicles with a spare tire: If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire

inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If

a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest

any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit: If the tire pressure warning light

comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a

flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, repair the flat tire by using emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit.

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Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose

control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

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If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

NOTICE

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To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly

Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire pressure warning

system may not operate properly.

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If a warning message is displayed

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

If any of the warning lights come on
again after the following actions have
been performed, contact any autho-
rized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and perform
the following actions:

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