2002 Lexus IS 300 Owners Manual - Page 261

STARTING AND DRIVING Vehicle skid control system failure warning D The "VSC" warning light and "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light come on while driving without pushing "TRAC OFF" switch. CAUTION SV31035 D Do not rely excessively on the vehicle skid control system. Even if the vehicle skid control system is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driving will result in an unexpected accident. If the slip indicator light flashes, sounding an alarm, special care should be taken while driving. D Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacturer, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle skid control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer. These lights warn that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle skid control system or traction control system. The lights will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON", and will go off after a few seconds. If the "VSC" warning light and "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light come on, the vehicle skid control system and traction control system do not work. However, as conventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driving. If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle: D The "VSC" warning light or "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light do not come on after the ignition is turned to on. D The "VSC" warning light and "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light remain on after the ignition is turned to on. 245