If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
- Visible symptoms
• Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
• Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
• Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than normal
- Audible symptoms
• Changes in exhaust sound
• Excessive tire squeal when cornering
• Strange noises related to the suspension system
• Pinging or other noises related to the engine
- Operational symptoms
• Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
• Appreciable loss of power
• Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
• Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
• Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
See also:
Engine compartment
1 Power steering fluid reser-
voir
2 Engine oil level dipstick
3 Engine oil filler cap
4 Brake fluid reservoir
5 Fuse box
6 Washer fluid tank
7 Battery
8 Cooling fans
9 Condenser
10 Radia ...
Theft Deterrent System
The theft deterrent system includes the following features to help protect
your vehicle from
theft.
■Immobilizer system
The immobilizer system prevents the engine from
being started in t ...
If a warning light turns oor a warning buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system ...