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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■ Parking brake indicator
■ Brake hold operated indicator
■ Master warning light
■ Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
■ Front passenger detection sensor, seat
belt reminder and warning buzzer
● If luggage is placed on the front passen-
ger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause the 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 not operate properly.
■ SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the air-
bag sensor assembly, front impact sensors,
side impact sensors (front door), side
impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position
sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front
passenger occupant classification system
(ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indica-
tor 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.30)
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes
on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
Warning light Details/Actions
(flashes)
(U.S.A.)
or
(flashes)
(Canada)
It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released
Operate the parking brake switch once again.
This light 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 Details/Actions
(flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning light Details/Actions
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate
that the master warning system has detected a malfunction.
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