“Abs” Warning Light - Lexus GS430 User Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
"ABS" warning light
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" 1 U.S.A.
2 Canada
GS430—The light comes on when the engine switch is
selected in "IG−ON" mode. If the anti−lock brake system and
the brake assist system work properly, the light turns off in a
few seconds after the engine is started.
GS300—The light comes on for a few seconds when the
engine switch is selected in "IG−ON" mode. It indicates the
anti−lock brake system and the brake assist system work
properly.
If either system malfunctions, the light comes on again.
When the "ABS" warning light is on, the anti−lock brake system
and the brake assist system do not operate, but the brake
system still operates conventionally.
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If either of the following conditions occur, this indicates a
malfunction somewhere in the components monitored by
the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.
D The light does not come on when engine switch is selected
in "IG−ON" mode.
D The light remains on after the engine is started (GS430), or
remains on after the engine switch is selected in "IG−ON"
mode (GS300).
D The light comes on while you are driving.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If the "ABS" warning light remains on together with the
brake system warning light (red), immediately stop your
vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail
but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable
during braking.
GS430 only—Either of the following conditions may
occur, but does not indicate a malfunction:
D The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the engine
is started. It is normal if it turns off after a while.
D Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the
light. It is normal if it turns off after a few seconds.