Brake Warning Light Does Not Come On

2012 Lexus RX 450h AWD V6-3.5L (2GR-FXE) HybridSECTION Brake Warning Light Does Not Come On




BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED BRAKE SYSTEM: Brake Warning Light does not Come ON
- Brake Warning Light does not Come ON

DESCRIPTION

The skid control ECU is connected to the combination meter via CAN communication.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Refer to Brake Warning Light Remains ON Brake Warning Light Remains On.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

NOTICE:
When replacing the skid control ECU, perform initialization and calibration of the linear solenoid valve Initialization.

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

(a) Check if a CAN communication system DTC is output Diagnosis System.

Result:





B -- INSPECT CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM How to Proceed With Troubleshooting
A -- Continue to next step.

2. CHECK BRAKE WARNING LIGHT / RED (MALFUNCTION)

(a) Disconnect the skid control ECU connectors.

(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).

(c) Check that the brake warning light / red (malfunction) comes on.

OK:

The brake warning light / red (malfunction) comes on.

HINT
If troubleshooting has been carried out according to Problem Symptoms Table, refer back to the table and proceed to the next step before replacing the part Problem Symptoms Table.

NG -- INSPECT COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

OK -- REPLACE SKID CONTROL ECU Removal

3. INSPECT COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY

(a) Turn the power switch off.

(b) Reconnect the skid control ECU connectors.

(c) Perform the Active Test of the combination meter (meter CPU) using the Techstream Scan Tool Testing and Procedures.

(d) Check the combination meter.

OK:

The brake warning light / red (malfunction) turns on or off in accordance with the Techstream operation.

HINT
If troubleshooting has been carried out according to Problem Symptoms Table, refer back to the table and proceed to the next step Problem Symptoms Table.

NG -- REPLACE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY Removal

OK -- REPLACE SKID CONTROL ECU Removal
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.