2004 Lexus IS 300 Owners Manual - Page 72

03 07.09 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (g) Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light This light warns that the engine oil level is too low. Add oil as soon as possible. (For instructions, see "Checking the engine oil level" on page 333.) While driving on steep inclines or rough roads which causes the vehicle to substantially sway or on curves, this light may come on due to the movement of engine oil in the engine. In normal conditions, due to engine oil consumption, this light may come on earlier than the specified service interval of the scheduled maintenance. This is because the engine oil is consumed to the low level within the scheduled maintenance interval and does not indicate a problem. (For detailed information, see "Facts about engine oil consumption" on page 331.) When you drive for about 7200 km (4500 miles) after the engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then flashes for about 12 seconds with the ignition key turned to the "ON" position. If you continue driving without replacing the engine oil, and if the distance driven exceeds 8000 km (5000 miles), the light will come on after the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position. The light will remain on thereafter. If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and road conditions. If the light comes on, replace it as soon as possible. The system must be reset after the engine oil replacement. Reset the system by the following procedure: 1. Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" position with the odometer reading shown. (For details, see "Odometer and trip meter" on page 48.) 2. Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position while holding down the "ODO/TRIP" button. Hold down the button for at least 5 seconds. The odometer indicates "000000" and the light goes off. If the system fails to reset, the system will revert to the state before resetting operation. In this case, return to step 1 and try again. NOTICE Continued engine operation with low engine oil will damage the engine. (h) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) This light reminds you when to replace the engine oil. This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position and will go off after about a few seconds. 53