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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
dure for starting the engine is performed or
the engine switch is operated incorrectly.
Follow the instructions shown on the multi-
information display to operate the engine
switch again.
● If a message about a shift lever operation
is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being oper-
ated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that requires
shifting the shift lever may be shown on the
multi-information display. In that case, fol-
low the instruction of the message and shift
the shift lever.
● If a message or image about an
open/close state of a part or replenish-
ment of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-
information display or a warning light, and
then perform the coping method such as
closing the open door or replenishing a
consumable.
■ If a message that indicates the need for
referring to Owner’s Manual is dis-
played
● If “Engine Coolant Temp High” is shown,
follow the instructions, accordingly.
(P.549)
● If the following messages are shown,
there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
• “Transmission Oil Temp High Stop in a
Safe Place and See Owner’s Manual”
• “Access System with Elec.Key malfunc-
tion”
• “Brake Hold Unavailable”
● If the following messages are shown,
there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be
dangerous.
• “Oil pressure low”
•“Braking Power Low”
■ If “Engine Stopped Steering Power
Low” is displayed
This message is displayed if the engine is
stopped while driving.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel
firmly and operate it using more force than
usual.
■ If “Shift into P Before Exiting Vehicle” is
displayed
Message is displayed when the driver’s
door is opened without turning the engine
switch to OFF with the shift lever in any
position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■ If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve Bat-
tery” is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic
power off function.
Next time when starting the engine,
increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery.
■ If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level may be low. Check the
level of the engine oil, and add engine oil if
necessary. (P.478) This message may be
displayed if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface
and check if the message disappears.
■ 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 maintenance is
performed. (P.468)
*
: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.