2004 Lexus ES 330 Owners Manual - Page 86

Finish GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS CAUTION If either of the following conditions occurs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer. D The light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running. In this case, the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer. Depress the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop. D The brake system warning light remains on together with the "ABS" warning light. In this case, not only the anti-lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking. (c) Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder Light This light reminds you to buckle up the front passenger's seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, the reminder light flashes if a front passenger sits in the front passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight, the reminder light may come on. (d) SRS Warning Light This light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags and front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly. This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies, curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies, driver's seat position sensor, driver's seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system, "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light, "AIRBAG ON" indicator light, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, front seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (b) Driver's Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer This light and buzzer remind you to buckle up the driver's seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to "ON" or "START", the reminder light and buzzer come on if the driver's seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light stays on and the buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds. 57