Table Of Contents - Lexus RX 450H Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents2
Main Owner's Manual8
Noise From Under Vehicle After Turning Off The Hybrid System8
Accessories, Spare Parts And Modification Of Your Lexus8
For Your Information8
Installation Of A Mobile Two-Way Radio System9
Vehicle Data Recordings10
Event Data Recorder11
Scrapping Of Your Lexus12
Perchlorate Material12
General Precautions While Driving12
General Precaution Regarding Children's Safety12
Reading This Manual14
How To Search15
Pictorial Index16
Exterior View16
Instrument Panel View18
Audio System19
Switches View20
Interior View24
For Safety And Security27
Before Driving28
Floor Mat28
1-1. For Safe Use28
For Safety Drive30
Correct Driving Posture30
Correct Use Of The Seat Belts30
Adjusting The Mirrors30
Seat Belts32
Fastening And Releasing The Seat Belt32
Adjusting The Seat Belt Shoulder Anchor Height (Front Seats)33
Seat Belt Pretensioners (Front And Outboard Rear Seats)33
Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)34
Automatic Locking Retractor (Alr)34
Child Seat Belt Usage34
Seat Belt Extender34
Wearing A Seat Belt - Warning35
Pregnant Women - Warning35
Seat Belt Pretensioners - Warning36
Adjustable Shoulder Anchor - Warning36
Seat Belt Damage And Wear - Warning36
Using A Seat Belt Extender - Warning36
When Releasing A Seat Belt Extender37
Srs Front Airbags38
Srs Side And Curtain Shield Airbags39
Srs Airbag System Components40
Srs Airbag Precautions41
If The Srs Airbags Deploy (Inflate)46
Srs Airbag Deployment Conditions (Srs Front Airbags)46
Srs Airbag Deployment Conditions (Srs Side And Curtain Shield Airbags)46
Conditions Under Which The Srs Airbags May Deploy (Inflate), Other Than A Collision47
Types Of Collisions That May Not Deploy The Srs Airbags (Srs Front Airbags)47
Types Of Collisions That May Not Deploy The Srs Airbags (Srs Side And Curtain Shield Airbags)48
When To Contact Your Lexus Dealer49
Front Passenger Occupant Classification System51
Condition And Operation In The Front Passenger Occupant Classification System52
Adult52
Child52
Child Restraint System With Infant53
Unoccupied53
There Is A Malfunction In The Srs System54
Front Passenger Occupant Classification System Precautions55
Exhaust Gas Precautions57
Riding With Children58
1-2. Child Safety58
Child Restraint Systems59
When A Child Is Riding - Warning60
Handling The Child Restraint System60
Child Restraint System61
Types Of Child Restraint System Installation Methods61
When Using A Child Restraint System62
When Installing A Child Restraint System To A Front Passenger Seat62
When Using A Child Restraint System - Warning63
Child Restraint System Fixed With A Seat Belt65
Installing Child Restraint System Using A Seat Belt (Child Restraint Lock Function Belt)65
Booster Seat68
Removing A Child Restraint System Installed With A Seat Belt69
When Installing A Child Restraint System - Warning70
When Installing A Booster Seat - Warning70
Do Not Use A Seat Belt Extender If70
Child Restraint System Fixed With A Child Restraint Latch Anchor71
Child Restraint Latch Anchors71
When Installing In The Rear Outboard Seats71
When Installing In The Rear Center Seat73
Laws And Regulations Pertaining To Anchors73
When Installing A Child Restraint System73
Using An Anchor Bracket (For Top Tether Strap)74
Anchor Brackets (For Top Tether Strap)74
Fixing The Top Tether Strap To The Anchor Bracket74
Hybrid System Features76
1-3. Hybrid System76
Vehicle Proximity Notification System77
Regenerative Braking78
Ev Indicator78
Conditions In Which The Gasoline Engine May Not Stop78
Charging The Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery)78
Sounds And Vibrations Specific To A Hybrid Vehicle79
Maintenance, Repair, Recycling, And Disposal79
Hybrid System Precautions80
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery) Air Intake/Discharge Vents81
Emergency Shut Off System81
Hybrid Warning Message81
If A Warning Light Comes On, A Warning Message Is Displayed, Or The 12-Volt Battery Is Disconnected82
Running Out Of Fuel82
Electromagnetic Waves82
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery)82
Road Accident Cautions83
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery) - Warning83
Immobilizer System85
Theft Deterrent System85
Certification For The Immobilizer System86
Alarm87
Deactivating Or Stopping The Alarm87
Setting The Alarm System87
Items To Check Before Locking The Vehicle88
Triggering Of The Alarm88
Instrument Cluster89
Warning Lights And Indicators90
Warning Lights91
Indicators92
Drive Mode Indicators94
If A Safety System Warning Light Does Not Come On95
Gauges And Meters96
Instrument Panel Light Control98
Rev Indicator (F Sport Models)98
Rev Peak (F Sport Models)98
Hybrid System Indicator99
Tachometer100
Engine Speed100
Outside Temperature Display100
Clock Settings Screen100
Multi-Information Display101
Using The Multi-Information Display103
Using The Content Display Area103
Registering A Top Screen103
Resetting Drive Information103
Menu Icons104
Using The Odometer/Trip Meter Display Area104
Drive Information105
Sway Warning106
Awd Control106
G-Force107
Units (If Equipped)107
Blank (No Items)107
Settings Display108
Changing Settings108
Setting Items108
Vehicle Settings111
Meter Settings112
Odometer/Trip Meter Display Area114
Pop-Up Display114
Suggestion Function115
Background Color Of The Indicator/Shift Position Display Area (Except F Sport Models)115
G-Force Display (If Equipped)115
Suspension Of The Settings Display115
Tire Pressure116
Liquid Crystal Display116
The Information Display At Low Temperatures116
Cautions During Setting Up The Display116
Head-Up Display117
Driving Assist System Status Display Area (If Equipped)117
Using The Head-Up Display118
Enabling/Disabling The Head-Up Display118
Changing Settings Of The Head-Up Display118
Display Content118
Message Display Area119
Warning/Message119
Audio System Operation Status119
Outside Temperature119
Navigation System-Linked Display Area120
Hybrid System Indicator/Tachometer120
Route Guidance To Destination/Compass120
Street Name120
When The 12-Volt Battery Is Disconnected121
Display Brightness121
Enabling/Disabling Of The Head-Up Display121
To Prevent Damage To Instrument Cluster Components122
When Changing The Settings Of The Head-Up Display122
Energy Monitor/Consumption Screen123
Energy Monitor124
Fuel Consumption126
Trip Information126
Past Record127
Updating The Past Record Data127
Resetting The Data127
Cruising Range127
Using The Side Display (Vehicles With 12.3-Inch Display)128
Fuel Consumption Display128
Past Record Display128
Trip Information Display128
Operation Of Each Component131
Keys132
Wireless Remote Control132
3-1. Key Information132
Using The Mechanical Key133
Panic Mode133
If You Lose Your Mechanical Keys133
When Riding In An Aircraft133
Electronic Key Battery Depletion134
Confirmation Of The Registered Key Number134
If A Wrong Key Is Used134
To Prevent Key Damage135
Carrying The Electronic Key On Your Person135
In Case Of A Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Malfunction Or Other Key-Related Problems135
When An Electronic Key Is Lost135
Locking And Unlocking The Doors From The Outside136
Smart Access System With Push-Button Start136
3-2. Opening, Closing And Locking The Doors136
Operation Signals137
Security Feature137
When The Door Cannot Be Locked By The Lock Sensor On The Surface Of The Door Handle137
Door Lock Buzzer137
Locking And Unlocking The Doors From The Inside138
Door Lock Switches (To Lock/Unlock)138
Inside Lock Buttons (To Lock)138
Inside Door Handles (To Unlock)138
Locking The Doors From The Outside Without A Key139
Rear Door Child-Protector Lock139
Automatic Door Locking And Unlocking Systems139
Switching The Door Unlock Function140
Impact Detection Door Lock Release System140
Open Door Warning Buzzer140
Power Back Door142
Locking And Unlocking The Power Back Door From The Outside142
Opening/Closing The Power Back Door Using The Wireless Remote Control142
Opening/Closing The Power Back Door From The Inside143
Opening The Power Back Door From The Outside143
Touchless Sensor (Vehicles With A Touchless Power Back Door)144
Closing The Power Back Door From The Outside145
Using The Power Back Door Switch To Close The Power Back Door145
Using The Back Door Handle To Close The Power Back Door145
Adjusting The Open Position Of The Power Back Door146
Power Back Door Operating Conditions147
Luggage Compartment Lights148
If The Power Back Door Opener Is Inoperative148
Back Door Closer149
Operation Of The Power Back Door149
Back Door Reserve Lock Function149
Close & Lock Function150
When Reconnecting The 12-Volt Battery150
Jam Protection Function150
Returning The Power Back Door Opening Position To The Default Setting150
Situations In Which The Close & Lock Function May Not Operate Properly151
Situations In Which The Touchless Sensor May Malfunction (Vehicles With A Touchless Power Back Door)151
Situations In Which The Touchless Sensor May Not Operate Properly (Vehicles With A Touchless Power Back Door)151
Operating The Power Back Door - Warning153
Back Door Closer - Warning154
Power Back Door - Warning154
Jam Protection Function - Warning155
Back Door Spindles156
To Prevent Back Door Closer Malfunction156
To Prevent Malfunction Of The Power Back Door156
Close & Lock Function Info157
Touchless Sensor Precautions (Vehicles With A Touchless Power Back Door)157
To Prevent Unintentional Operation (Vehicles With A Touchless Power Back Door)157
Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Info158
Antenna Location158
Effective Range (Areas Within Which The Electronic Key Is Detected)158
Alarms And Warning Messages159
Battery-Saving Function159
Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function160
Conditions Affecting Operation160
Note For The Entry Function161
When The Vehicle Is Not Driven For Extended Periods162
To Operate The System Properly162
If The Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Does Not Operate Properly162
If The Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Has Been Deactivated In A Customized Setting162
Caution Regarding Interference With Electronic Devices164
Adjusting The Seats165
Front Seats165
Rear Seats166
Folding Down The Rear Seatbacks167
Folding Down The Rear Seatbacks (Power Seat)168
Folding Down The Rear Center Seatback168
Returning The Rear Seatbacks (Manual Seat)169
Returning The Rear Seatbacks (Power Seat)170
The Rear Seatbacks Can Be Adjusted When (Power Seat)171
The Rear Seatbacks Can Be Folded Down When (Power Seat)171
The Rear Seatbacks Can Be Raised When (Power Seat)172
Fully Reclining The Rear Seatback (Power Seat)172
Power Seat Operations (If Equipped)172
Rear Seatback Jam Protection Function (Power Seat)172
When Folding Down The Rear Seatbacks And When The Rear Seatbacks Are Folded - Warning173
When Operating The Rear Seatback - Warning173
Seat Adjustment - Warning173
After Returning The Rear Seatback To The Upright Position - Warning173
Jam Protection Function (Power Seat) - Warning174
Driving Position Memory175
Power Easy Access System (Driver's Side Only)175
Operation Of The Power Easy Access System175
Recall Procedure177
To Stop The Position Recall Operation Part-Way Through177
Operating The Driving Position Memory After Turning The Power Switch Off177
In Order To Correctly Use The Driving Position Memory Function177
Memory Recall Function (Driver's Side Only)178
Electronic Key Registering Procedure178
Cancelation Procedure179
Recalling The Driving Position Using The Memory Recall Function179
Head Restraints180
Removing The Head Restraints181
Installing The Head Restraints181
Adjusting The Height Of The Head Restraints181
Head Restraint Precautions181
Steering Wheel182
Auto Tilt Away182
Horn182
3-4. Adjusting The Steering Wheel And Mirrors182
The Steering Wheel Can Be Adjusted When183
Automatic Adjustment Of The Steering Position183
Power Easy Access System183
Inside Rear View Mirror184
Adjusting The Height Of Rear View Mirror184
Auto Anti-Glare Function184
To Prevent Sensor Error (Mirror)185
Outside Rear View Mirrors Adjustment186
Folding And Extending The Mirrors187
Setting Automatic Mode (Mirrors)187
Linked Mirror Function When Reversing188
Adjusting The Mirror Angle When The Vehicle Is Reversing188
Mirror Angle Can Be Adjusted When188
Using Automatic Mode In Cold Weather188
Power Windows - Opening And Closing190
Window Lock Switch190
3-5. Opening, Closing The Windows And Moon Roof190
Operating The Power Windows After Turning The Hybrid System Off191
Jam Protection Function (Power Windows)191
Catch Protection Function (Power Windows)191
When The Window Cannot Be Opened Or Closed191
Door Lock Linked Window Operation192
Alarm Info192
Opening And Closing The Windows - Warning193
Moon Roof Opening And Closing194
Moon Roof Tilting Up And Down194
Operating The Moon Roof After Turning The Hybrid System Off195
Sunshade195
Door Lock Linked Moon Roof Operation195
When The Moon Roof Does Not Close Normally196
Moon Roof Open Warning Buzzer196
Opening And Closing The Moon Roof - Warning197
Panoramic Moon Roof198
Opening And Closing The Electronic Sunshade198
Tilting The Panoramic Moon Roof Up And Down198
Opening And Closing The Panoramic Moon Roof199
Operating The Panoramic Moon Roof After Turning The Hybrid System Off199
Closing Both The Panoramic Moon Roof And Electronic Sunshade200
When The Panoramic Moon Roof Or Electronic Sunshade Does Not Close Normally200
Panoramic Moon Roof Open Warning Buzzer200
Opening And Closing The Electronic Sunshade - Warning201
Opening And Closing The Panoramic Moon Roof - Warning201
To Prevent Damage To The Panoramic Moon Roof202
To Prevent Burns Or Injuries202
Driving204
4 Driving205
Driving The Vehicle206
Stopping206
Parking The Vehicle206
4-1. Before Driving206
Starting Off On A Uphill207
Driving In The Rain207
Restraining The Hybrid System Output (Brake Override System)207
Restraining Sudden Start (Drive-Start Control)207
Breaking In Your New Lexus208
When Starting The Vehicle - Warning208
When Driving The Vehicle - Warning208
When Driving On Slippery Road Surfaces210
When Shifting The Shift Lever210
If You Hear A Squealing Or Scraping Noise (Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators)211
When The Vehicle Is Stopped - Warning211
When The Vehicle Is Parked - Warning211
When Taking A Nap In The Vehicle - Warning212
When Braking - Warning212
If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck212
Avoiding Damage To Vehicle Parts213
If You Get A Flat Tire While Driving213
When Encountering Flooded Roads213
Cargo And Luggage214
Capacity And Distribution214
Calculation Formula For Your Vehicle215
Things That Must Not Be Carried In The Luggage Compartment216
Storage Precautions216
Capacity And Distribution - Warning216
Roof Luggage Carrier Precautions216
Vehicle Load Limits218
Total Load Capacity And Seating Capacity218
Trailer Towing (Vehicles With Towing Package)219
Towing Related Terms220
Gcwr (Gross Combination Weight Rating)220
Gvwr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)220
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)220
Twr (Trailer Weight Rating)221
Unbraked Twr (Unbraked Trailer Weight Rating)221
Tongue Weight221
Weight Limits222
Gcwr, Twr And Unbraked Twr222
Trailer Tongue Weight223
Hitch223
Selecting Trailer Ball224
Positions For Towing Hitch Receiver And Hitch Ball224
Connecting Trailer Lights225
Auto Current Cut-Off Function225
When The Auto Current Cut Function Is Activated225
Trailer Towing Tips226
Matching Trailer Ball Height To Trailer Coupler Height228
Before Towing228
Avs (Adaptive Variable Suspension System)228
Break-In Schedule229
If Trailer Sway Occurs229
Trailer Towing Precautions230
To Avoid Accident Or Injury (Trailer Towing)230
Hitch - Warning231
When Towing A Trailer - Warning231
When Installing A Trailer Hitch - Warning231
Do Not Directly Splice Trailer Lights231
Trailer Towing (Vehicles Without Towing Package)232
Dinghy Towing233
Power (Ignition) Switch234
Starting The Hybrid System234
4-2. Driving Procedures234
Stopping The Hybrid System235
Changing Power Switch Modes235
When Stopping The Hybrid System With The Shift Lever In A Position Other Than P236
Auto Power Off Function236
When The Ambient Temperature Is Low, Such As During Winter Driving Conditions236
If The Hybrid System Does Not Start236
Steering Lock237
When The Steering Lock Cannot Be Released237
Steering Lock Motor Overheating Prevention237
If the "READY" Indicator Does Not Come on237
When Starting The Hybrid System - Warning238
Stopping The Hybrid System In An Emergency238
To Prevent 12-Volt Battery Discharge238
Symptoms Indicating A Malfunction With The Power Switch238
Ev Drive Mode239
Turns Ev Drive Mode On/Off239
Situations In Which Ev Drive Mode Cannot Be Turned On239
Switching To Ev Drive Mode When The Gasoline Engine Is Cold240
Automatic Cancelation Of Ev Drive Mode240
Possible Driving Distance When Driving In Ev Drive Mode240
Fuel Economy And The Hybrid System240
Hybrid Transmission241
Shifting The Shift Lever241
Shift Position Purpose241
Selecting Shift Ranges In The D Position (Vehicles With Paddle Shift Switches)242
Shift Ranges And Their Functions242
Selecting Shift Ranges In The S Position243
Automatic Deactivation Of Shift Range Selection In The D Position (Vehicles With Paddle Shift Switches)244
S Mode244
Downshifting Restriction Warning Buzzer244
Shift Lock System244
If The Shift Lever Cannot Be Shifted From P245
To Prevent An Accident When Releasing The Shift Lock246
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery) Charge246
Turn Signal Lever247
Parking Brake - Automatic Mode248
Parking Brake - Manual Mode249
Parking Brake Operation Sound250
Parking Brake Indicator Light And Parking Brake Lamp250
Changing The Mode (Parking Brake)250
Parking Brake Engaged Warning Buzzer250
When Parking The Vehicle - Warning251
Brake Hold252
Brake Hold System Operating Conditions252
Brake Hold Function252
When The Parking Brake Is Set Automatically While The System Is Holding The Brakes253
If "Brake Hold Fault Depress Brake to Deactivate Visit Your Dealer" Is Displayed253
When The Vehicle Is On A Steep Incline - Warning253
When Stopped On A Slippery Road - Warning253
Headlight Switch254
4-3. Operating The Lights And Wipers254
Turning On The High Beam Headlights255
Afs (Adaptive Front-Lighting System)255
Cornering Lights255
Daytime Running Light System256
Headlight Control Sensor256
Automatic Light Off System256
Automatic Headlight Leveling System256
Windshield Wiper Linked Headlight Illumination257
12-Volt Battery-Saving Function257
Automatic High Beam258
Turning The High Beams On/Off Manually259
Switching To The Low Beams259
Switching To The High Beams259
Conditions To Turn The High Beams On/Off Automatically260
Camera Sensor Detection Information260
Temporarily Lowering Sensor Sensitivity261
Fog Light Switch262
Windshield Wipers And Washer263
Operating The Wiper Lever263
Washer/Wiper Dual Operation264
Dripping Prevention Wiper Sweep264
Effects Of Vehicle Speed On Wiper Operation264
Raindrop Sensor264
Front Door Opening Linked Windshield Wiper Stop Function265
When The Washer Fluid Tank Is Empty265
When A Nozzle Becomes Blocked265
Changing The Windshield Wiper Rest Position/Lifting The Windshield Wipers266
Raising The Wipers To The Service Position266
Lifting The Windshield Wipers266
Lowering The Windshield Wipers To The Retracted Position267
When Lifting The Windshield Wipers267
Rear Window Wiper And Washer268
Opening The Fuel Tank Cap270
4-4. Refueling270
When Refueling The Vehicle - Warning271
To Open The Fuel Tank Cap272
When The Fuel Filler Door Cannot Be Opened By Pressing The Inside Switch272
Closing The Fuel Tank Cap273
Lexus Safety System+274
4-5. Using The Driving Support Systems274
Vehicle Data Recording275
Data Usage275
Sensors276
To Avoid Malfunction Of The Radar Sensor277
To Avoid Malfunction Of The Camera Sensor278
Pcs (Pre-Collision System)282
Pre-Collision Warning283
Pre-Collision Brake Assist283
Pre-Collision Braking283
Suspension Control283
Limitations Of The Pre-Collision System284
Pre-Collision Braking - Warning284
When To Disable The Pre-Collision System285
Changing Settings Of The Pre-Collision System286
Enabling/Disabling The Pre-Collision System286
Changing The Pre-Collision Warning Timing286
Pre-Collision System Operational Conditions287
Pedestrian Detection Function288
Cancelation Of The Pre-Collision Braking288
Conditions Under Which The System May Operate Even If There Is No Possibility Of A Collision289
Situations In Which The Pre-Collision System May Not Operate Properly291
If The Pcs Warning Light Flashes And A Warning Message Is Displayed On The Multi-Information Display293
If Vsc Is Disabled293
Lka (Lane-Keeping Assist)294
Dynamic Radar Cruise294
Functions Included In Lka System295
Lane Departure Alert Function295
Steering Assist Function295
Vehicle Sway Warning296
Lane Centering Function296
Before Using Lka System - Warning297
To Avoid Operating Lka By Mistake297
Situations Unsuitable For Lka297
Preventing Lka System Malfunctions And Operations Performed By Mistake297
Turning Lka System On298
Indications On Multi-Information Display299
Lka Indicator299
Operation Display Of Steering Wheel Operation Support299
Lane Departure Alert Function Display299
Operation Conditions Of Each Function (Driving Support)300
Temporary Cancellation Of Functions301
Steering Assist Function/Lane Centering Function301
Hands Off Steering Wheel Alert301
White (Yellow) Lines Are Only On One Side Of Road301
Conditions In Which Functions May Not Operate Properly302
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range303
Before Using Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range304
Cautions Regarding The Driving Assist Systems304
To Avoid Inadvertent Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range Activation304
Situations Unsuitable For Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range305
Driving In Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode306
Example Of Constant Speed Cruising306
Example Of Deceleration Cruising And Follow-Up Cruising306
Example Of Acceleration306
Setting The Vehicle Speed (Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode)307
Adjusting The Set Speed308
Changing The Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance (Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode)309
Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Settings (Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode)309
Resuming Follow-Up Cruising When The Vehicle Has Been Stopped By System Control (Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode)310
Canceling And Resuming The Speed Control310
Approach Warning (Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode)311
Warnings May Not Occur When311
Selecting Constant Speed Control Mode312
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range Can Be Set When313
Accelerating After Setting The Vehicle Speed313
Automatic Cancelation Of Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode313
Automatic Cancelation Of Constant Speed Control Mode314
Warning Messages And Buzzers For Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range314
When The Sensor May Not Be Correctly Detecting The Vehicle Ahead314
Cruise Control316
Setting The Vehicle Speed316
Adjusting The Set Speed (Cruise Control)317
Canceling And Resuming The Constant Speed Control317
Cruise Control Can Be Set When318
Accelerating After Setting The Vehicle Speed (Cruise Control)318
Automatic Cancelation Of Cruise Control318
If "Cruise Control Malfunction Visit Your Dealer" Is Displayed318
To Avoid Operating The Cruise Control By Mistake319
Situations Unsuitable For Cruise Control319
Bsm (Blind Spot Monitor)320
Outside Rear View Mirror Indicators321
"BSM" Indicator/"Rcta" Indicator321
Monitor Screen Display (Rcta Function Only)321
Rcta Buzzer (Rcta Function Only)321
Turning The Bsm Function/Rcta Function On/Off322
Handling The Radar Sensor (Bsm)323
Bsm Function324
Bsm Function Detection Areas325
Cautions Regarding The Use Of The Bsm Function325
The Bsm Function Is Operational When326
The Bsm Function Will Detect A Vehicle When326
Conditions Under Which The Bsm Function Will Not Detect A Vehicle326
Conditions Under Which The Bsm Function May Not Function Correctly327
Rcta Function328
Rcta Icon Display329
Cautions Regarding The Use Of The Rcta Function329
Rcta Function Detection Areas330
Conditions Under Which The Rcta Function Will Not Detect A Vehicle331
Conditions Under Which The Rcta Function May Not Function Correctly331
Setting Up Bsm Function/Rcta Function332
Intuitive Parking Assist333
Turning The Intuitive Parking Assist On/Off333
Display - When The Sensors Detect An Obstacle334
Navigation System (12.3-Inch Display) Screen335
Sensor Detection Display, Obstacle Distance336
Detection Range Of The Sensors337
Setting Up Intuitive Parking Assist338
The Intuitive Parking Assist Can Be Operated When338
Intuitive Parking Assist Display338
Sensor Detection Information339
If "Clean Parking Assist Sensor" Is Displayed on the Multi-Information Display340
If "Parking Assist Malfunction" Is Displayed on the Multi-Information Display340
When Using The Intuitive Parking Assist - Warning340
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (Ics)341
When The Accelerator Pedal Is Depressed Excessively (Ics)342
When The Vehicle Moves In The Unintended Direction Due To The Wrong Shift Position Being Selected (Ics)342
Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function343
Types Of Sensors344
Turning The Intelligent Clearance Sonar System On/Off344
Displays And Buzzers For Hybrid System Output Restriction Control And Brake Control345
Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function346
The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function Will Operate When348
The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function Will Stop Operating When348
Detection Range Of The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function348
If The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function Has Operated348
Re-Enabling The Intelligent Clearance Sonar System349
Objects That The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function May Not Detect349
Intuitive Parking Assist Buzzer349
Situations In Which The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function May Operate Even If There Is No Possibility Of A Collision350
If The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Function Operates Unnecessarily Such As At A Railroad Crossing351
Situations In Which The Intelligent Clearance Sonar Brake Function May Not Operate Properly351
If A 12-Volt Battery Terminal Has Been Disconnected And Reconnected352
If "ICS Unavailable" Is Displayed on the Multi-Information Display and the ICS off Indicator Is Flashing352
If "ICS Malfunction Visit Your Dealer" Is Displayed352
Limitations Of The Intelligent Clearance Sonar System353
To Ensure The Intelligent Clearance Sonar System Can Operate Properly353
Handling The Suspension353
To Prevent The Ics System From Malfunctioning354
To Prevent A Radar Sensor From Malfunctioning354
To Prevent Unnecessary Operation Of The Intelligent Clearance Sonar System354
If The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function Detects That A Collision With Anapproaching Vehicle Is Possible355
The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function Will Operate When357
The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function Will Stop Operating When357
Detection Area Of The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function357
If The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function Has Operated357
Re-Enabling The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function358
Conditions Under Which The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function Will Not Detect A Vehicle358
Rcta Function Buzzer358
Situations In Which The System May Operate Even Though There Is No Possibility Of A Collision359
Situations In Which The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake Function May Not Operate Properly360
Lexus Parking Assist Monitor362
Switching The Display Mode (Parking Assist)364
Estimated Course Line Display Mode365
Parking Operation366
Parking Assist Guide Line Display Mode367
Screen Description367
Lexus Parking Assist Monitor Precautions369
Area Displayed On Screen369
Lexus Parking Assist Monitor Camera369
Differences Between The Screen And The Actual Road370
When Approaching Three-Dimensional Objects372
Distance Guidelines373
If You Notice Any Symptoms (Parking Assist)374
When Using The Lexus Parking Assist Monitor System376
How To Use The Camera (Parking Assist)377
Driving Mode Select Switch378
Normal Mode378
Eco Drive Mode378
Sport Mode378
Normal Mode/Customized Mode379
Operation Of The Air Conditioning System In Eco Drive Mode381
Automatic Deactivation Of Sport Mode And Customized Mode381
Driving Mode Pop-Up Display (12.3-Inch Display Only)381
Driving Assist Systems382
Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)382
Vsc (Vehicle Stability Control)382
Trac (Traction Control)382
Eps (Electric Power Steering)383
E-Four383
Adaptive Variable Suspension System383
Vdim (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)383
When The Trac/Vsc/Abs Systems Are Operating384
Disabling The Trac System384
Turning Off Both Trac And Vsc Systems385
Operating Conditions Of Hill-Start Assist Control385
Automatic System Cancelation Of Hill-Start Assist Control385
Sounds And Vibrations Caused By The Abs, Brake Assist, Trac, Vsc And Hill-Start Assist Control Systems385
Ecb Operating Sound386
Eps Operation Sound386
Automatic Reactivation Of Trac And Vsc Systems386
Reduced Effectiveness Of The Eps System386
Hill-Start Assist Control Does Not Operate Effectively When387
When The Trac/Vsc Systems Are Turned Off387
Trailer Sway Control Precaution387
For Economical And Ecological Driving388
4-6. Driving Tips388
Hybrid Vehicle Driving Tips388
Tips388
Winter Driving Tips391
Pre-Winter Preparations391
Before Driving The Vehicle391
When Driving The Vehicle392
When Parking The Vehicle392
Selecting Tire Chains392
Windshield Wipers (Winter Driving)393
Tire Chain Installation393
Driving With Snow Tires - Warning393
Driving With Tire Chains - Warning393
Utility Vehicle Precautions395
Utility Vehicle Feature395
Off-Road Driving396
Off-Road Driving Precautions397
To Prevent Water Damage397
When You Drive Through Water397
Inspection After Off-Road Driving397
Interior Features399
Remote Touch400
5-1. Basic Operation Of The Remote Touch Screen400
Remote Touch Operation401
To Prevent Damage To The Remote Touch402
"Menu" Screen403
3-Inch Display404
Split-Screen Display Operation405
Lexus Climate Concierge406
5-2. Using The Air Conditioning System And Defogger406
System And Defogger Lexus Climate Concierge406
Automatic Air Conditioning System407
Change The Airflow Mode408
S-Flow Mode408
Other Functions Of The Automatic Air Conditioning System408
Control Screen (Air Conditioning)409
Side Display Operation Screen (Vehicles With 12.3-Inch Display)410
Air Conditioning Controls410
Using The Automatic Mode (Air Conditioning)410
Adjusting the Temperature for Driver and Passenger Seats Separately ("DUAL" Mode)410
Switching Between Outside Air And Recirculated Air Modes411
Defogging The Windshield411
Defogging The Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirrors411
Windshield Wiper De-Icer411
Other Functions411
Air Outlets412
Adjusting The Position Of And Opening And Closing The Air Outlets412
Registering Air Conditioning Settings To Electronic Keys413
Using Automatic Mode413
Operation Of S-Flow Mode413
When The Outside Temperature Exceeds 75 Degrees F (24 Degrees C) And The Air Conditioning System Is On413
Windshield Fog Detection Function414
Outside/Recirculated Air Mode414
When The Outside Temperature Is Low414
Ventilation And Air Conditioning Odors414
To Prevent The Windshield From Fogging Up415
To Prevent Burns415
Humidity Sensor415
Heated Steering Wheel/ Seat Heaters/ Seat Ventilators416
Heated Steering Wheel417
Front Seat Heaters417
Rear Seat Heaters418
Seat Ventilators418
Interior Lights List419
Using The Interior Lights419
Interior Lights420
Personal Lights421
List Of Storage Features423
Glove Box424
Console Box424
Cup Holders425
Door Pockets426
Bottle Holders427
Coin Box427
Auxiliary Boxes428
Luggage Compartment Features429
Cargo Hooks429
Cargo Net Hooks429
Grocery Bag Hooks430
Luggage Cover430
Removing The Luggage Cover431
Using Auxiliary Boxes432
Sun Visors434
Vanity Mirrors434
5-5. Using The Other Interior Features434
Other Interior Features434
Clock435
Wireless Charger435
Using The Wireless Charger436
Recharging Function436
Operation Indicator Light Status437
If The Operation Indicator Light Blinks437
The Wireless Charger Can Be Operated When437
Portable Devices That Can Be Charged437
If A Cover Or Accessory Is Attached To The Portable Device438
If Interference Is Heard In Am Radio Broadcasts While Charging438
Charging Precautions438
Sound Generated During Operation438
Conditions In Which The Wireless Charger May Not Operate Correctly441
Power Outlets (12 Vdc)442
Power Outlet (120 Vac)443
Front Passenger Footwell Hooks444
Rear Door Sunshades445
Armrest445
Assist Grips446
Coat Hooks446
Garage Door Opener447
Programming The Homelink447
Programming A Rolling Code System449
Enabling 2-Way Communication With A Garage Door (Only Available For Compatible Devices)450
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button450
Operating Homelink450
Garage Door Operation Indicators451
Erasing The Entire Homelink Memory (All Three Codes)452
Codes Stored In The Homelink Memory452
When Programming A Garage Door Or Other Remote Control Device - Warning453
Lexus Enform Safety Connect454
Safety Connect Services Information456
Safety Connect Led Light Indicators456
Safety Connect Services457
Automatic Collision Notification457
Stolen Vehicle Location457
Emergency Assistance Button ("SOS")457
Safety Information For Safety Connect458
Maintenance And Care Cleaning And Protecting459
Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Exterior460
Self-Restoring Coat460
Automatic Car Washes460
High Pressure Car Washes460
Note For A Smart Access System With Push-Button Start461
Aluminum Wheels461
Bumpers461
Front Side Windows Water-Repellent Coating461
When Washing The Vehicle - Warning462
When Cleaning The Windshield - Warning462
Precautions Regarding The Exhaust Pipe462
Precautions Regarding The Rear Bumper With Blind Spot Monitor462
To Prevent Paint Deterioration And Corrosion On The Body And Components (Aluminum Wheels Etc.)463
Cleaning The Exterior Lights463
When Using An Automatic Car Wash463
When Using A High Pressure Car Wash463
Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Interior464
Cleaning The Leather Areas464
Cleaning The Synthetic Leather Areas464
Caring For Leather Areas465
Shampooing The Carpets465
Seat Belts Cleaning465
Water In The Vehicle - Warning465
Cleaning Detergents466
Preventing Damage To Leather Surfaces466
Water On The Floor466
Cleaning The Inside Of The Rear Window466
Maintenance Requirements467
Repair And Replacement468
Resetting The Message Indicating Maintenance Is Required (U.s.a. Only)468
Handling Of The 12-Volt Battery468
General Maintenance469
Engine Compartment Care469
Luggage Compartment Care469
Vehicle Interior Care470
Vehicle Exterior Care471
If The Hybrid System Is Operating - Warning471
Emission Inspection And Maintenance (I/M) Programs472
If The Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On472
Your Vehicle May Not Pass The I/M Test In The Following Situations472
When The Malfunction Indicator Lamp Still Remains On After Several Driving Trips472
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance473
Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions473
When Working On The Engine Compartment - Warning474
When Working Near The Electric Cooling Fans Or Radiator Grille - Warning474
Safety Glasses474
Hood475
Positioning A Floor Jack476
Engine Compartment Components View477
Checking The Engine Oil478
Adding Engine Oil479
Engine Oil Consumption479
After Changing The Engine Oil480
Used Engine Oil - Warning480
When Replacing The Engine Oil480
Coolant481
Engine Coolant Reservoir481
Power Control Unit Coolant Reservoir481
Coolant Selection481
Radiator And Condenser482
When The Hybrid System Is Hot - Warning482
When Adding Coolant482
Brake Fluid483
Washer Fluid484
12-Volt Battery Location485
Removing The 12-Volt Battery Cover485
Installing The 12-Volt Battery Cover486
Before Recharging486
After Recharging/Reconnecting The 12-Volt Battery486
Battery Exterior486
Chemicals In The 12-Volt - Warning487
Where To Safely Charge The 12-Volt Battery487
How To Recharge The 12-Volt Battery487
Emergency Measures Regarding Electrolyte487
When Disconnecting The 12-Volt Battery - Warning488
When Recharging The 12-Volt Battery488
Checking Tires489
Tire Rotation489
Tire Pressure Warning System490
Installing Tire Pressure Warning Valves And Transmitters490
Initializing The Tire Pressure Warning System490
How To Initialize The Tire Pressure Warning System491
Registering Id Codes491
When to Replace Your Vehicle's Tires492
Replacing Tires And Wheels492
Tire Life492
Maximum Load Of Tire492
Tire Types493
Summer Tires493
All Season Tires493
Snow Tires493
Situations In Which The Tire Pressure Warning System May Not Operate Properly494
The Initialization Operation494
Warning Performance Of The Tire Pressure Warning System495
When Initialization Of The Tire Pressure Warning System Has Failed495
When Inspecting Or Replacing Tires - Warning497
When Initializing The Tire Pressure Warning System - Warning497
Repairing Or Replacing Tires, Wheels, Tire Pressure Warning Valves, Transmitters And Tire Valve Caps497
Driving On Rough Roads497
Tire Inflation Pressure498
Inspection And Adjustment Procedure (Tires)499
Tire Inflation Pressure Check Interval499
Effects Of Incorrect Tire Inflation Pressure499
Instructions For Checking Tire Inflation Pressure500
Proper Inflation Is Critical To Save Tire Performance - Warning500
When Inspecting And Adjusting Tire Inflation Pressure500
Wheels501
Wheel Selection501
Aluminum Wheel Precautions501
When Replacing Wheels501
Replacing Tire Pressure Warning Valves And Transmitters502
Selectable Color Trim502
Air Conditioning Filter Removal503
Air Conditioning Filter Checking Interval504
Air Conditioning Filter With Deodorizing Function504
Replacing A Windshield Wiper Insert506
Handling Of The Windshield Wiper Blades And Inserts507
Electronic Key Battery Replacement508
Use A Cr2032 Lithium Battery509
If The Electronic Key Battery Is Depleted509
For Normal Operation After Replacing The Battery509
Checking And Replacing Fuses510
After A Fuse Is Replaced512
When Replacing Light Bulbs512
To Prevent System Breakdowns And Vehicle Fire512
Fuse Box Near The Power Control Unit512
Headlight Aim (Vehicles With Single-Beam Head-Lights)513
Vertical Movement Adjusting Bolts513
Before Checking The Headlight Aim513
Adjusting The Headlight Aim514
Light Bulbs515
Bulb Locations516
Replacing Light Bulbs518
Front Turn Signal Lights (Vehicles With Single-Beam Headlights)520
Rear Turn Signal Lights (Vehicles With Single-Beam Headlights)522
Back-Up Lights525
Replacing The Following Bulbs526
Led Lights527
Condensation Build-Up On The Inside Of A Lens527
Replacing Light Bulbs - Warning527
When Trouble Arises529
7-1. Essential Information529
Emergency Flashers530
If Your Vehicle Has To Be Stopped In An Emergency531
If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed532
Situations When It Is Necessary To Contact Dealers Before Towing532
Towing With A Sling-Type Truck532
7-2. Steps To Take In An Emergency532
Towing With A Wheel-Lift Type Truck533
Using A Flatbed Truck534
When Towing The Vehicle - Warning535
If You Think Something Is Wrong536
Visible Symptoms536
Audible Symptoms536
Operational Symptoms536
If A Warning Light Turns On Or A Warning Buzzer Sounds537
Warning Light And Warning Buzzer List537
Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat Belt Warning Buzzer540
Rear Passengers' Seat Belt Warning Buzzer540
Srs Warning Light541
Front Passenger Detection Sensor, Seat Belt Reminder And Warning Buzzer541
Electric Power Steering System Warning Light (Warning Buzzer)541
When The Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes On541
The Tire Pressure Warning Light May Come On Due To Natural Causes542
When A Tire Is Replaced With A Spare Tire542
If Both The Abs And The Brake System Warning Lights Remain On542
If The Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes On542
Maintenance Of The Tires - Warning543
To Ensure The Tire Pressure Warning System Operates Properly543
If A Warning Message Is Displayed544
Messages And Warnings544
If a Message Instructing to Refer to the Owner's Manual Is Displayed545
Other Messages Displayed On The Multi-Information Display546
If "Hybrid System Overheated Reduced Output Power" Is Shown546
If "Hybrid Battery Low Shift out of N to Recharge" Is Shown546
If "Hybrid Battery Low Hybrid System Stopped Shift to P and Restart" Is Shown546
If "Depress Brake When Vehicle Is Stopped Hybrid System May Overheat" Is Shown547
If "Shift Is in N Release Accelerator before Shifting" Is Shown547
If "A New Key Has Been Registered Contact Your Dealer for Details" Is Displayed547
When "Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer" Is Displayed547
If "Forward Camera System Unavailable" or "Forward Camera System Unavailable Clean Windshield" Is Displayed548
If "Oil Maintenance Required Soon" Is Shown548
If "Oil Maintenance Required" Is Shown548
If "Maintenance Required Soon" Is Displayed (U.S.A. Only)548
If "Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer" Is Displayed (U.S.A. Only)549
"High Power Consumption Partial Limit on Ac/Heater Operation" Is Frequently Shown549
If You Have A Flat Tire550
Before Jacking Up The Vehicle550
Location Of The Spare Tire, Jack And Tools551
Using The Tire Jack - Warning552
Wheel Lock Nut Removal And Installation553
Taking Out The Jack554
Taking Out The Spare Tire554
Replacing A Flat Tire555
When Holding A Tire With Selectable Color Trim557
Replacing A Flat Tire - Warning557
Installing The Spare Tire558
The Compact Spare Tire559
When Using The Compact Spare Tire559
When The Compact Spare Tire Is Equipped559
If You Have A Flat Front Tire On A Road Covered With Snow Or Ice559
When Using The Compact Spare Tire - Warning560
When The Compact Spare Tire Is Attached - Warning560
Speed Limit When Using The Compact Spare Tire560
After Using The Tools And Jack560
If The Hybrid System Will Not Start562
The Hybrid System Will Not Start Even Though The Correct Starting Procedure Is Being Followed562
The Interior Lights And Headlights Are Dim, Or The Horn Does Not Sound Or Sounds At A Low Volume562
The Interior Lights And Headlights Do Not Turn On, Or The Horn Does Not Sound563
Emergency Start Function563
If The Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly564
Unlocking The Door564
Locking The Door565
Key Linked Functions565
To Start The Hybrid System566
Replacing The Key Battery567
When The Electronic Key Does Not Work Properly567
If The 12-Volt Battery Is Discharged568
Starting The Hybrid System When The 12-Volt Battery Is Discharged570
Charging The 12-Volt Battery570
When The 12-Volt Battery Is Removed Or Discharged570
When Exchanging The 12-Volt Battery571
Avoiding 12-Volt Battery Fires Or Explosions572
12-Volt Battery Precautions572
After Recharging The 12-Volt Battery - Warning572
When Exchanging The 12-Volt Battery - Warning572
If Your Vehicle Overheats574
If "Hybrid System Overheated Reduced Output Power" Is Shown on the Multi-Information Display576
To Prevent An Accident Or Injury When Inspecting Under The Hood Of Your Vehicle577
When Adding Engine/Power Control Unit Coolant577
To Prevent Damage To The Cooling System577
Procedures To Carry Out If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck578
When Attempting To Free A Stuck Vehicle579
Vehicle Specifications581
Specifications Maintenance Data581
Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)582
Dimensions And Weight582
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)583
Engine Number583
Engine Data584
Fuel Data584
Electric Motor (Traction Motor) Data584
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery) Data585
Lubrication System Data585
Engine Oil Selection586
Oil Viscosity586
How To Read Oil Container Label586
Cooling System Data587
Ignition System (Spark Plug) Data587
Electrical System Data587
Hybrid Transmission Data588
Rear Differential (Rear Electric Motor) Data588
Brakes Data588
Steering Data589
Tires And Wheels Data589
Light Bulbs Data590
Fuel Information591
Gasoline Quality Standards591
Recommendation Of The Use Of Gasoline Containing Detergent Additives591
Recommendation Of The Use Of Low Emissions Gasoline592
Non-Recommendation Of The Use Of Blended Gasoline592
Non-Recommendation Of The Use Of Gasoline Containing Mmt592
If Your Engine Knocks592
Notice On Fuel Quality593
Fuel-Related Poor Driveability593
When Refueling With Gasohol593
Tire Information594
Typical Tire Symbols594
Typical Dot And Tire Identification Number (Tin)596
Typical Tire Size Information597
Tire Section Names598
Uniform Tire Quality Grading599
Dot Quality Grades599
Treadwear599
Traction Aa, A, B, C599
Temperature A, B, C600
Glossary Of Tire Terminology601
Customizable Features607
Vehicle Proximity Notification System Customization607
Gauges, Meters And Multi-Information Display Customization608
Door Lock Customization608
Power Back Door Customization609
Smart Access System With Push-Button Start And Wireless Remote Control Customization610
Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Customization610
Wireless Remote Control Customization611
Driving Position Memory Customization612
Steering Wheel Customization612
Outside Rear View Mirrors Customization612
Power Windows, And Moon Roof Or Panoramic Moon Roof Customization613
Moon Roof Customization613
Turn Signal Lever Customization614
Automatic Light Control System Customization614
Lights Customization614
Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers Customization614
Intuitive Parking Assist Customization615
Bsm (Blind Spot Monitor) Customization615
Driving Mode Select Switch Customization616
Automatic Air Conditioning System Customization616
Seat Heaters/Seat Ventilators Customization616
Illumination Customization617
Seat Belt Reminder Customization618
Vehicle Customization618
Cautions During Customization618
Initialization619
Items To Initialize619
For Owners621
Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners622
Seat Belt Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)623
Srs Airbag Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)624
Headlight Aim Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)632
What To Do If... (Troubleshooting)636
The Doors Cannot Be Locked, Unlocked, Opened Or Closed636
The Hybrid System Does Not Start637
The Shift Lever Cannot Be Shifted From P Even If You Depress The Brake Pedal637
The Windows Do Not Open Or Close By Operating The Power Window Switches637
The Power Switch Is Turned Off Automatically637
A Warning Buzzer Sounds During Driving638
An Alarm Is Activated And The Horn Sounds638
A Warning Buzzer Sounds When Leaving The Vehicle638
A Warning Light Turns On Or A Warning Message Is Displayed638
Alphabetical Index640
Gas Station Information660