Table Of Contents - Lexus GS450h 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
Exterior16
Stop Lights17
Instrument Panel18
Switches20
Interior24
For Safety And Security27
1-1. For Safe Use27
For Safe Use28
Before Driving28
Floor Mat28
When Installing the Driver's Floor Mat29
For Safety Drive30
Correct Driving Posture30
Adjusting The Mirrors31
Correct Use Of The Seat Belts32
Fastening And Releasing The Seat Belt32
Adjusting The Seat Belt Shoulder Anchor Height (Front Seats)33
Seat Belt Comfort Guide (Outboard Rear Seats)33
Seat Belt Pretensioners (Front And Outboard Rear Seats)34
Pre-Collision Seat Belts (Front Seats Of Vehicles With Pre-Collision System)34
Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)34
Automatic Locking Retractor (Alr)34
Child Seat Belt Usage35
Replacing The Belt After The Pretensioner Has Been Activated35
Seat Belt Extender35
Wearing A Seat Belt35
Pregnant Women36
People Suffering Illness36
When Children Are In The Vehicle36
Adjustable Shoulder Anchor36
Seat Belt Damage And Wear37
Using A Seat Belt Extender37
When Using A Seat Belt Extender37
Srs Airbags38
Srs Front Airbags39
Srs Side And Curtain Shield Airbags39
Srs Airbag System Components40
Srs Airbag Precautions41
Modification And Disposal Of Srs Airbag System Components45
If The Srs Airbags Deploy (Inflate)45
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 Collision46
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)47
When To Contact Your Lexus Dealer48
Front Passenger Occupant Classification System49
Condition And Operation In The Front Passenger Occupant Classification System50
Adult50
Child51
Child Restraint System With Infant51
Unoccupied52
There Is A Malfunction In The System52
Front Passenger Occupant Classification System Precautions54
Safety Information For Children56
Child Restraint Systems57
Points To Remember57
Types Of Child Restraints58
Selecting An Appropriate Child Restraint System58
Child Restraint Precautions59
When The Child Restraint System Is Not In Use60
Installing Child Restraints61
Child Restraint Latch Anchors61
Anchor Brackets (For Top Tether Strap)61
Installation With Latch System62
Installing Child Restraints Using A Seat Belt (Child Restraint Lock Function Belt)64
Rear-Facing-Infant Seat/Convertible Seat64
Forward-Facing-Convertible Seat65
Booster Seat67
Removing A Child Restraint Installed With A Seat Belt67
Child Restraint Systems With A Top Tether Strap68
Laws And Regulations Pertaining To Anchorages68
When Installing A Booster Seat69
When Installing A Child Restraint System69
Do Not Use A Seat Belt Extender70
To Correctly Attach A Child Restraint System To The Anchors70
Exhaust Gas Precautions71
Important Points While Driving71
When Parking71
Exhaust Pipe71
Hybrid System Features72
1-2. Hybrid System72
When Stopped/During Start Off73
During Normal Driving73
When Accelerating Sharply73
Vehicle Proximity Notification System73
Regenerative Braking74
Ev Indicator74
Conditions In Which The Gasoline Engine May Not Stop74
Charging The Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery)74
After The 12-Volt Battery Has Discharged Or Has Been Changed Or Removed75
Sounds And Vibrations Specific To A Hybrid Vehicle75
Maintenance, Repair, Recycling, And Disposal75
Hybrid System Precautions76
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery) Air Vents77
Emergency Shut Off System77
Hybrid Warning Message77
If A Warning Light Comes On, A Warning Message Is Displayed, Or The 12-Volt Battery Is Disconnected78
Running Out Of Fuel78
Electromagnetic Waves78
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery)78
High Voltage Precautions79
Road Accident Cautions79
Hybrid Battery Air Vents80
Immobilizer System81
System Maintenance81
Conditions That May Cause The System To Malfunction81
Theft Deterrent System81
Certifications For The Immobilizer System82
To Ensure The System Operates Correctly82
Setting The Alarm System83
Deactivating Or Stopping The Alarm83
Items To Check Before Locking The Vehicle84
Triggering Of The Alarm84
Alarm-Operated Door Lock84
Instrument Cluster85
Warning Lights And Indicators86
Center Panel86
Outside Rear View Mirrors (Vehicles With Bsm)87
Warning Lights87
Indicators89
If A Safety System Warning Light Does Not Come On90
Gauges And Meters91
When Driving Mode Is In Other Than Sport Mode91
When Driving Mode Is In Sport Mode91
Changing The Display93
Instrument Panel Light Control93
The Meters And Display Illuminate When94
Instrument Panel Brightness Adjustment94
Limitation Of Brightness Adjustment94
Hybrid System Indicator94
Eco Lamp And Sport Lamp95
Tachometer95
Engine Speed95
To Prevent Damage To The Engine And Its Components95
Multi-Information Display96
Display Contents96
Trip Information97
Switching The Display97
Outside Temperature97
Current Fuel Consumption97
Average Fuel Consumption98
Average Vehicle Speed98
Driving Range98
Tire Inflation Pressure (If Equipped)99
Drive Monitor99
Setting Up The Displays100
System Check Display102
Outside Temperature Display102
Setting Display Automatic Cancelation102
Liquid Crystal Display102
The Information Display At Low Temperatures103
Cautions During Setting Up The Display103
During Setting Up The Display103
Head-Up Display104
Summary Of Functions104
Head-Up Display Contents105
Switching The Head-Up Display106
"Hud" Button106
"Disp" Button106
Making The Display Easier To See107
Adjusting The Display Position107
Setting The Brightness107
Route Guidance Display (Vehicles With Navigation System)109
Display Customization109
When The 12-Volt Battery Is Disconnected110
Before Using The Head-Up Display110
To Prevent Damage To Components110
Energy Monitor/Consumption Screen111
Energy Monitor112
Remote Touch Screen112
Consumption114
Past Record115
Updating The Past Record Data115
Resetting The Data115
Cruising Range115
Using The Side Display (If Equipped)116
Fuel Consumption116
Operation Of Each Component119
Using The Mechanical Key120
3-1. Key Information120
Keys120
When Required to Leave the Vehicle's Key with a Parking Attendant121
If You Lose Your Mechanical Keys121
When Riding In An Aircraft121
To Prevent Key Damage122
Carrying The Electronic Key On Your Person122
In Case Of A Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Malfunction Or Other Key-Related Problems122
When An Electronic Key Is Lost122
Opening, Closing And Locking The Doors And Trunk123
Smart Access System With Push-Button Start123
Function Summary123
Welcome Light Illumination Control123
Unlocking And Locking The Doors124
Opening The Trunk124
Antenna Location And Effective Range125
Effective Range (Areas Within Which The Electronic Key Is Detected)126
When The Door Cannot Be Locked By The Lock Sensor On The Upper Part Of The Door Handle126
Alarms And Warning Indicators127
Switching The Door Unlock Function128
Battery-Saving Function129
Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function129
Conditions Affecting Operation130
Note For The Entry Function131
Note For Locking The Doors132
Note For The Unlocking Function132
When The Vehicle Is Not Driven For Extended Periods133
Alarm133
To Operate The System Properly133
If The Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Does Not Operate Properly133
Electronic Key Battery Depletion134
If The Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Has Been Deactivated In A Customized Setting134
Certification For The Smart Access System With Push-Button Start135
Caution Regarding Interference With Electronic Devices135
Wireless Remote Control136
Operation Signals137
Door Lock Buzzer137
Panic Mode137
If The Wireless Remote Control Does Not Operate Properly138
Confirmation Of The Registered Key Number138
Certification For Wireless Remote Control138
Door Lock Switches139
Inside Lock Buttons139
Locking The Front Doors From The Outside Without A Key140
Rear Door Child-Protector Lock140
Automatic Door Locking And Unlocking Systems141
Impact Detection Door Lock Release System141
If A Wrong Key Is Used141
To Prevent An Accident142
Opening The Trunk From Inside The Vehicle143
Opening The Trunk From Outside The Vehicle143
Trunk Release Button143
Trunk Closer Switch (Vehicles With Power Trunk Opener And Closer)144
When Closing The Trunk144
Luggage Security System144
Trunk Easy Closer (Vehicles With Power Trunk Opener And Closer)145
Function To Prevent The Trunk Being Locked With The Electronic Key Inside145
Overload Protection Function (Vehicles With Power Trunk Opener And Closer)145
Fall-Down Protection Function (Vehicles With Power Trunk Opener And Closer)145
Internal Trunk Release Lever146
Using The Trunk147
Power Trunk Opener And Closer (If Equipped)148
Jam Protection Function (Vehicles With Power Trunk Opener And Closer)149
To Prevent Trunk Easy Closer Malfunctions (Vehicles With Power Trunk Opener And Closer)149
To Prevent Damage To The Power Trunk Opener And Closer (Vehicles With Power Trunk Opener And Closer)149
Front Seats150
Adjustment Procedure150
3-3. Adjusting The Seats150
Power Easy Access System151
When Adjusting The Seat Position151
Seat Adjustment151
When Adjusting The Seat Positions151
Driving Position Memory152
Driver's Seat152
Front Passenger's Seat (if Equipped)152
Operation Of The Power Easy Access System153
Recording Procedure153
Recall Procedure154
To Stop The Position Recall Operation Part-Way Through154
Seat Positions That Can Be Memorized154
Operating The Driving Position Memory After Turning The Power Switch Off155
In Order To Correctly Use The Driving Position Memory Function155
Memory Recall Function (Driver's Side Only)155
Registering Procedure155
Cancelation Procedure157
Recalling The Driving Position Using The Memory Recall Function157
Seat Adjustment Caution157
Head Restraints158
Vertical Adjustment158
The Position Of The Head Restraint Can Be Adjusted Forward In 4 Stages158
Rear Seats159
Removing The Head Restraints159
Installing The Head Restraints159
Adjusting The Height Of The Head Restraints160
Adjusting The Rear Seat Head Restraint160
Head Restraint Precautions160
Steering Wheel161
The Steering Wheel Can Be Adjusted When161
Automatic Adjustment Of The Steering Position161
Adjusting The Steering Wheel And Mirrors161
Inside Rear View Mirror162
Adjusting The Height Of Rear View Mirror162
Anti-Glare Function162
To Prevent Sensor Error163
Rear View Mirror Adjustment (Vehicles With Lka [Lane-Keeping Assist])163
Outside Rear View Mirrors164
Folding The Mirrors164
Linked Mirror Function When Reversing165
Adjusting The Mirror Angle When The Vehicle Is Reversing165
Mirror Angle Can Be Adjusted When165
When The Mirrors Are Fogged Up165
When A Mirror Is Moving166
When The Mirror Defoggers Are Operating166
Power Windows167
Opening And Closing Procedures167
Window Lock Switch167
Opening, Closing The Windows And Moon Roof167
The Power Windows Can Be Operated When168
Operating The Power Windows After Turning The Hybrid System Off168
Jam Protection Function168
When The Power Window Does Not Close Normally168
Door Lock Linked Window Operation169
Power Windows Open Warning Buzzer169
Closing The Windows170
Moon Roof171
Opening And Closing171
Tilting Up And Down171
The Moon Roof Can Be Operated When172
Operating The Moon Roof After Turning The Hybrid System Off172
Sunshade172
Door Lock Linked Moon Roof Operation172
When The Moon Roof Does Not Close Normally173
Moon Roof Open Warning Buzzer174
Opening The Moon Roof174
Closing The Moon Roof174
4-1. Before Driving175
Driving The Vehicle176
Stopping176
Parking The Vehicle176
Starting Off On A Steep Uphill177
When Starting Off On A Uphill177
Driving In The Rain177
Breaking In Your New Lexus177
Drum-In-Disc Type Parking Brake System178
Operating Your Vehicle In A Foreign Country178
For Efficient Use178
When Starting The Vehicle179
When Driving The Vehicle179
When Driving On Slippery Road Surfaces181
When Shifting The Shift Lever181
If You Hear A Squealing Or Scraping Noise (Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators)182
When The Vehicle Is Stopped182
When The Vehicle Is Parked183
When Taking A Nap In The Vehicle184
When Braking184
When Parking The Vehicle185
Avoiding Damage To Vehicle Parts185
If You Get A Flat Tire While Driving185
When Encountering Flooded Roads186
Cargo And Luggage187
Capacity And Distribution187
Calculation Formula For Your Vehicle188
Things That Must Not Be Carried In The Trunk189
Storage Precautions189
Vehicle Load Limits190
Total Load Capacity And Seating Capacity190
Overloading The Vehicle190
Trailer Towing191
Dinghy Towing192
To Avoid Serious Damage To Your Vehicle192
Driving Procedures193
Power (Ignition) Switch193
Starting The Hybrid System193
Stopping The Hybrid System194
Changing Power Switch Modes194
When Stopping The Hybrid System With The Shift Lever In A Position Other Than P195
Auto Power Off Function196
If The Hybrid System Does Not Start196
Steering Lock196
When The Steering Lock Cannot Be Released197
Steering Lock Motor Overheating Prevention197
If the "Ready" Indicator Does Not Come on197
Operation Of The Power Switch197
When Starting The Hybrid System198
Caution While Driving198
Stopping The Hybrid System In An Emergency198
To Prevent 12-Volt Battery Discharge199
Symptoms Indicating A Malfunction With The Power Switch199
Turns Ev Drive Mode On/Off200
Situations In Which Ev Drive Mode Cannot Be Turned On200
Switching To Ev Drive Mode When The Gasoline Engine Is Cold201
Automatic Cancelation Of Ev Drive Mode201
Possible Driving Distance When Driving In Ev Drive Mode201
Fuel Economy201
Hybrid Transmission203
Shifting The Shift Lever203
Shift Position Purpose203
Selecting The Driving Mode204
Snow Mode204
Selecting Shift Ranges In The D Position205
Shift Ranges And Their Functions205
Selecting Shift Ranges In The S Position206
Automatic Deactivation Of Shift Range Selection In The D Position207
Downshifting Restrictions Warning Buzzer207
Snow Mode Automatic Deactivation207
Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery) Charge208
Turn Signal Lever209
Operating Instructions209
If The Turn Signals Do Not Stop Flashing After Turning Left Or Right, Or If You Want To Stop Them Flashing209
Turn Signals Can Be Operated When210
If The Indicator Flashes Faster Than Usual210
If The Turn Signals Stop Flashing Before A Lane Change Has Been Performed210
Parking Brake211
Manual Mode211
Automatic Mode212
Turns Automatic Mode On/Off212
Parking Brake Operation212
Parking Brake Indicator Light212
When There Is A Malfunction In The System213
When The System Malfunctions213
When The Parking Brake Cannot Be Released Due To A Malfunction213
Turns The Brake Hold System On214
Brake Hold System Operating Conditions214
Brake Hold Function214
When The Parking Brake Is Set Automatically While The System Is Holding The Brakes215
When The Vehicle Is On A Steep Incline215
When Stopped On A Slippery Road215
Horn216
Operating The Lights And Wipers217
Headlight Switch217
Turning On The High Beam Headlights218
Afs (Adaptive Front-Lighting System) (If Equipped)219
Deactivating Afs219
Daytime Running Light System220
Headlight Control Sensor220
Automatic Light Off System220
Light Reminder Buzzer220
If the "AFS Off" Indicator Flashes221
Fog Light Switch222
Windshield Wipers And Washer223
Operating The Wiper Lever223
Switching To The Intermittent Windshield Wipers225
Operating The Intermittent Windshield Wipers225
The Windshield Wiper And Washer Can Be Operated When227
Dripping Prevention Wiper Sweep227
Effects Of Vehicle Speed On Wiper Operation227
Raindrop Sensor228
When The Windshield Wipers Are In Temporary Operation228
If No Windshield Washer Fluid Sprays228
Caution Regarding The Use Of Windshield Wipers In Auto Mode228
When The Windshield Is Dry229
When There Is No Washer Fluid Spray From The Nozzle229
When A Nozzle Becomes Blocked229
When Standing The Windshield Wipers Up229
Headlight Cleaner Switch230
The Headlight Cleaners Can Be Operated When230
Windshield Washer Linked Operation230
When The Washer Fluid Tank Is Empty230
Opening The Fuel Tank Cap231
Before Refueling The Vehicle231
Fuel Types231
When Refueling The Vehicle232
When Refueling232
When The Fuel Filler Door Cannot Be Opened By Pressing The Rearward Of The Fuel Filler Door234
Closing The Fuel Tank Cap235
Fuel Filler Door Lock Condition235
When Replacing The Fuel Tank Cap235
Cruise Control236
Setting The Vehicle Speed236
4-5. Using The Driving Support Systems236
Adjusting The Set Speed237
Canceling And Resuming The Constant Speed Control237
Cruise Control Can Be Set When238
Accelerating After Setting The Vehicle Speed238
Automatic Cruise Control Cancelation238
If The Warning Message For The Cruise Control Is Shown On The Multi-Information Display238
To Avoid Operating The Cruise Control By Mistake239
Situations Unsuitable For Cruise Control239
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control240
Setting The Vehicle Speed (Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode)241
Changing The Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance243
Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Settings243
Canceling And Resuming The Speed Control244
Driving In Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode245
Approach Warning246
Warnings May Not Occur When246
Selecting Conventional Constant Speed Control Mode247
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Can Be Set When248
Automatic Cancelation Of Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control248
Automatic Cancelation Of Constant Speed Control249
When The Lka (Lane-Keeping Assist) Will Be Activated249
Radar Sensor And Grille Cover249
Warning Messages And Buzzers For Dynamic Radar Cruise Control249
Certification250
Before Using Dynamic Radar Cruise Control251
Cautions Regarding The Driving Assist Systems251
To Avoid Inadvertent Cruise Control Activation252
Situations Unsuitable For Dynamic Radar Cruise Control252
When The Sensor May Not Be Correctly Detecting The Vehicle Ahead253
Conditions Under Which The Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control May Not Function Correctly253
Handling The Radar Sensor254
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range255
Resuming Follow-Up Cruising When The Vehicle Has Been Stopped By System Control259
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range Can Be Set When264
Warning Messages And Buzzers For Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range265
Before Using Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range267
To Avoid Inadvertent Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range Activation268
Situations Unsuitable For Dynamic Radar Cruise Control With Full-Speed Range268
When The Radar Sensor May Not Be Correctly Detecting The Vehicle Ahead269
Lka (Lane-Keeping Assist)271
Functions Included In The Lka272
Turning The Lka System On273
Operating Conditions For Each Function274
Lane Departure Warning Function274
Lane Keeping Assist Function274
Indication On The Multi-Information Display275
Temporary Cancelation Of The Lka System Functions276
The Lane Departure Warning276
No-Handed Driving Warning276
After The Vehicle Has Been Parked In The Sun276
If There Are Lane Markers On Only One Side Of The Vehicle277
Conditions In Which The Function May Not Operate Correctly277
When Changing The Tires278
Warning Messages For Lka278
Before Using The Lka System278
To Avoid Operating The Lka By Mistake278
Situations Unsuitable For Lka279
To Prevent Damage To Or Incorrect Operation Of The Lka System279
Camera Sensor280
Driving Mode Select Switch281
Operation Of The Air Conditioning System In Eco Drive Mode283
Automatic Operation Of The Seat Heater During Eco Drive Mode283
Sport Mode Automatic Deactivation283
Driving Assist Systems284
When The Trac/Vsc/Abs Systems Are Operating286
Disabling The Trac/Vsc Systems286
Turning Off Both Trac/Vsc Systems287
Vgrs Is Disabled When288
When The Battery Is Disconnected288
Sounds And Vibrations Caused By The Abs, Brake Assist, Vsc, Trac And Vgrs Systems288
Eps, Vgrs And Drs Operation Sound288
Reduced Effectiveness Of The Eps System289
The Abs Does Not Operate Effectively When289
Stopping Distance When The Abs Is Operating May Exceed That Of Normal Conditions289
Trac May Not Operate Effectively When289
Replacing Tires290
Handling Of Tires And The Suspension290
Pcs (Pre-Collision System)291
Pre-Collision Seat Belts (Front Seat Only)291
Pre-Collision Brake Assist291
Pre-Collision Braking291
Suspension Control292
Steering Control (If Equipped)292
Driver Monitor System (If Equipped)292
Disabling Pre-Collision System293
Radar Sensor294
Driver Monitor Sensor (If Equipped)294
The Pre-Collision System Is Operational When295
Conditions That May Trigger The System Even If There Is No Danger Of A Collision296
Obstacles Not Detected296
Situations In Which The Pre-Collision System Does Not Function Properly296
Automatic Cancelation Of The Pre-Collision System297
When There Is A Malfunction In The System, Or If The System Is Temporarily Unusable297
Limitations Of The Pre-Collision System298
Determining the Direction the Driver Is Facing and Whether the Driver's Eyes Are Open or Closed298
Handling The Driver Monitor Sensor299
Cautions Regarding The Assist Contents Of The System300
Precautions For Cleaning The Driver Monitor Sensor300
Bsm (Blind Spot Monitor)301
Summary Of The Blind Spot Monitor301
The Outside Rear View Mirror Indicators Visibility303
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Buzzer Hearing303
When There Is A Malfunction In The Blind Spot Monitor303
Certification For The Blind Spot Monitor303
The Blind Spot Monitor Function Detection Areas305
Cautions Regarding The Use Of The System305
The Blind Spot Monitor Function Is Operational When306
The Blind Spot Monitor Function Will Detect A Vehicle When306
Conditions Under Which The Blind Spot Monitor Function Will Not Detect A Vehicle306
Conditions Under Which The Blind Spot Monitor Function May Not Function Correctly307
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert Function308
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert Function Detection Areas309
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert Function Is Operational When309
Conditions Under Which The Rear Cross Traffic Alert Function Will Not Detect A Vehicle310
Conditions Under Which The Rear Cross Traffic Alert Function May Not Function Correctly310
Lexus Night View Is A System Which Assists With Nighttime Driving.311
Displaying The Lexus Night View311
The Lexus Night View Display312
When Displaying On The Main Display312
When Displaying On The Side Display313
Imaging Range313
If The Vehicle Speed Is Less Than Approximately 9 Mph (15 Km/H) When The Lexus Night View Is Operating313
When The Shift Lever Is Shifted To R While The Lexus Night View Is Operating313
Before Using The Lexus Night View314
When Using The Lexus Night View314
The Near-Infrared Camera315
The Near-Infrared Light316
Hybrid Vehicle Driving Tips317
For Economical And Ecological Driving, Pay Attention To The Following Points317
Winter Driving Tips319
Preparation For Winter319
Before Driving The Vehicle320
Selecting Tire Chains321
Regulations On The Use Of Tire Chains321
Shifting The Windshield Wiper Position322
To Rest Position322
To Retract Position322
Tire Chain Installation322
Driving With Snow Tires323
Driving With Tire Chains (Vehicles With Front And Rear Tires Of The Same Size Except For The Vehicles With Ldh And 19 Inch Tires)323
Repairing Or Replacing Snow Tires324
Fitting Tire Chains (Vehicles With Front And Rear Tires Of The Same Size Except For The Vehicles With Ldh And 19 Inch Tires)324
Interior Features325
Remote Touch Screen Remote Touch/12.3-Inch325
Remote Touch/12.3-Inch Display326
Remote Touch Operation326
Screen Display During Low Temperatures328
When Using The Remote Touch328
To Prevent Damage To The Remote Touch328
"Menu" Screen329
12.3-Inch Display Operation331
Full Screen Display331
Split-Screen Display332
Selecting The Operation Screen333
Display The Side Display334
Basic Screens334
Interruption Screens334
To Display On The Main Display334
Using The Air Conditioning System And Defogger335
Front Automatic Air Conditioning System335
Operation Screen And Control Panel336
Without Rear Air Conditioning System336
With Rear Air Conditioning System337
Rear Air Conditioning338
Option Control Screen339
Side Display (If Equipped)340
Using The Speech Command System341
Using The Automatic Air Conditioning System341
Automatic Mode Indicator342
Adjusting The Settings Manually343
Defogging The Windshield345
Air Outlets And Air Flow345
Upper Body And Feet345
Feet And Windshield346
Switching Between Outside Air And Recirculated Air Modes346
Changing The Rear Seat Settings (With Rear Air Conditioning System)347
Using The Automatic Mode347
Adjusting The Temperature Setting347
Disabling The Switches On The Rear Armrest.348
Micro Dust And Pollen Filter Button349
S-Flow Mode Button349
Adjusting The Position Of And Opening And Closing The Air Outlets350
Front Center Outlets And Front Side Outlets350
Rear Seat Outlets350
Registering Air Conditioning Settings To Electronic Keys351
Using Automatic Mode351
Humidity Sensor351
Fogging Up Of The Windows351
Outside/Recirculated Air Mode352
When The Outside Temperature Exceeds 75 F (24 C) And The Air Conditioning System Is On352
Automatic Mode For Air Intake Control352
Micro Dust And Pollen Filter352
When The Outside Temperature Falls To Nearly 32 F (0 C)353
Ventilation And Air Conditioning Odors353
To Prevent The Windshield From Fogging Up354
Rear Air Conditioning System355
Using Automatic Air Conditioning System356
Changing The Air Outlets357
Adjusting The Position Of And Opening And Closing The Air Outlets (Rear Center Outlets)358
Button Lock Function359
Rear Control Panel Illumination Off Function359
Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers360
Operating Conditions360
When The Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers Are On360
Windshield Wiper De-Icer361
When The Windshield Wiper De-Icer Is On362
Interior Lights List363
Using The Interior Lights363
Interior Light364
Personal Lights364
Front364
Rear364
Illuminated Entry System365
List Of Storage Features366
5-4. Using The Storage Features366
Items That Should Not Be Left In The Storage Spaces367
When Driving Or When The Storage Compartments Are Not In Use367
Glove Box368
Trunk Opener Main Switch368
Removing The Insert368
The Glove Box Door368
Console Box369
Cup Holders370
Removing The Separate Tray (Front Cup Holder)370
When Stowing The Cup Holders (Rear Cup Holder)370
Items Unsuitable For The Cup Holders371
To Prevent Damage To The Rear Cup Holder371
Auxiliary Boxes372
Trunk Features373
Cargo Hooks373
Luggage Hook373
First-Aid Kit Storage Net373
Luggage Mat374
Warning Reflector Storage Belt374
When The Cargo Hooks Are Not In Use374
Luggage Hook Weight Capacity374
Sun Visors And Vanity Mirrors375
Other Interior Features375
Clock376
Ashtrays377
When Not In Use377
To Prevent Fire377
Power Outlets378
12 V378
120 V Ac (If Equipped For Rear Only)378
The Power Outlets Can Be Used When379
To Avoid Damaging The Power Outlets379
To Prevent The Fuse From Being Blown379
Appliances That May Not Operate Properly (120 V Ac)379
Heated Steering Wheel380
Operating Condition380
Timer380
Burns381
To Prevent The 12-Volt Battery From Being Discharged381
Front Seat Heaters And Ventilators/Rear Seat Heaters (If Equipped)382
Seat Heaters/Seat Ventilators382
Modes And Indicators383
The Seat Heaters/Seat Ventilators Can Be Used When383
Automatic Operation During S-Flow Mode383
Button Lock Function (Vehicles With Rear Control Panel)383
When The Switch Is Disabled (Vehicles With Rear Control Panel)384
Rear Control Panel Illumination Off Function (Vehicles With Rear Control Panel)384
To Prevent Damage To The Seat Heaters/Seat Ventilators385
Armrest386
From The Front Seats387
From The Rear Seats (If Equipped)387
Rear Sunshade/Rear Door Sunshades387
Rear Door Sunshades388
The Rear Sunshade Can Be Used When388
Operating The Rear Sunshade After The Hybrid System Is Turned Off388
Reverse Operation Feature388
When The Rear Sunshade Is Being Operated389
To Ensure Normal Operation Of The Rear Sunshade And Rear Door Sunshades389
Coat Hooks390
Assist Grips391
To Prevent Damage To The Assist Grip391
Utility Hook392
Utility Hook Weight Capacity392
Garage Door Opener393
Programming The Homelink (For U.s.a. Owners)393
Programming Homelink394
Programming A Rolling Code System (For U.s.a. Owners)395
Programming An Entry Gate (For U.s.a. Owners)/Programming A Devices In The Canadian Market396
Programming Other Devices396
Reprogramming A Button396
Operating Homelink397
Reprogramming A Homelink Button397
Erasing The Entire Homelink Memory (All Three Programs)397
Before Programming398
Certification For The Garage Door Opener398
When Programming A Garage Door Or Other Remote Control Device399
Conforming To Federal Safety Standards399
Lexus Enform Safety Connect400
System Components400
Services401
Safety Connect Services Information402
Safety Connect Led Light Indicators403
Safety Connect Services403
Automatic Collision Notification403
Stolen Vehicle Location404
Emergency Assistance Button ("SOS")404
Enhanced Roadside Assistance404
Safety Information For Safety Connect405
Exposure To Radio Frequency Signals405
Certification For Lexus Enform406
Maintenance And Care407
Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Exterior408
Perform The Following To Protect The Vehicle And Maintain It In Prime Condition408
Self-Restoring Coat408
Automatic Car Washes408
Maintenance And Care Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Exterior408
High-Pressure Car Washes409
Notes For A Smart Access System With Push-Button Start409
Aluminum Wheels409
Front Side Windows Water-Repellent Coating (If Equipped)409
When Washing The Vehicle410
When Cleaning The Windshield410
Precautions Regarding The Exhaust Pipes410
Precaution Regarding The Rear Bumper With Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)410
To Prevent Paint Deterioration And Corrosion On The Body And Components (Aluminum Wheels Etc.)411
Cleaning The Exterior Lights411
When Using An Automatic Car Wash411
When Using A High-Pressure Car Wash411
Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Interior412
Cleaning The Leather Areas412
Cleaning The Synthetic Leather Areas412
Caring For Leather Areas413
Shampooing The Carpets413
Water In The Vehicle413
Cleaning The Interior (Especially Instrument Panel)413
Cleaning Detergents414
Preventing Damage To Leather Surfaces414
Water On The Floor414
Cleaning The Inside Of The Rear Window414
Maintenance Requirements415
Scheduled Maintenance415
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance415
Repair And Replacement416
Resetting The Message Indicating Maintenance Is Required (U.s.a. Only)416
Allow Inspection And Repairs To Be Performed By A Lexus Dealer416
If Your Vehicle Is Not Properly Maintained417
Handling Of The 12-Volt Battery417
General Maintenance418
Engine Compartment418
Luggage Compartment418
Vehicle Interior419
Vehicle Exterior421
If The Hybrid System Is Operating421
Emission Inspection And Maintenance (I/M) Programs422
If The Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On422
Your Vehicle May Not Pass The I/M Test In The Following Situations:422
When The Malfunction Indicator Lamp Still Remains On After Several Driving Trips422
Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions423
When Working On The Engine Compartment425
When Working Near The Electric Cooling Fans Or Radiator Grille425
Safety Glasses425
If You Remove The Air Cleaner Filter425
Hood426
Pre-Driving Check426
Positioning A Floor Jack427
When Raising Your Vehicle428
Engine Compartment View429
Removing The Engine Compartment Cover430
Right-Hand Side430
Center430
Installing The Clips430
Checking The Engine Oil431
Adding Engine Oil432
Engine Oil Consumption432
Used Engine Oil433
To Prevent Serious Engine Damage433
When Replacing The Engine Oil433
Engine Coolant Reservoir434
Power Control Unit Coolant Reservoir434
Coolant Selection435
If The Coolant Level Drops Within A Short Time Of Replenishing435
When The Hybrid System Is Hot435
When Adding Coolant435
Radiator And Condenser436
Brake Fluid437
Checking Fluid Level437
Adding Fluid437
Brake Fluid Can Absorb Moisture From The Air437
Washer Fluid438
Location439
Removing The 12-Volt Battery Cover439
Before Recharging440
After Recharging/Reconnecting The 12-Volt Battery440
Chemicals In The 12-Volt Battery441
Where To Safely Charge The 12-Volt Battery441
How To Recharge The 12-Volt Battery441
Emergency Measures Regarding Electrolyte442
When Replacing The 12-Volt Battery442
Checking Tires443
Tire Rotation444
Tire Pressure Warning System445
Vehicles With The Tire Inflation Pressure Display Function445
Installing Tire Pressure Warning Valves And Transmitters445
Initializing The Tire Pressure Warning System445
How To Initialize The Tire Pressure Warning System446
Registering Id Codes447
When to Replace Your Vehicle's Tires447
Replacing Tires And Wheels447
Routine Tire Inflation Pressure Checks447
Low Profile Tires (Except 225/50R17 Tires)448
Maximum Load Of Tire448
Tire Types448
If The Tread On Snow Tires Wears Down Below 0.16 In. (4 Mm)449
Situations In Which The Tire Pressure Warning System May Not Operate Properly449
The Initialization Operation449
When Initialization Of The Tire Pressure Warning System Has Failed450
Tire Pressure Warning System Certification450
When Inspecting Or Replacing Tires451
When Initializing The Tire Pressure Warning System451
Caution Regarding Interference With Electronic Devices (Vehicles With The Tire Inflation Pressure Display Function)451
Repairing Or Replacing Tires, Wheels, Tire Pressure Warning Valves, Transmitters And Tire Valve Caps452
To Avoid Damage To The Tire Pressure Warning Valves And Transmitters452
Driving On Rough Roads452
If Tire Inflation Pressure Of Each Tire Becomes Low While Driving452
Tire Inflation Pressure453
Inspection And Adjustment Procedure454
Tire Inflation Pressure Check Interval454
Effects Of Incorrect Tire Inflation Pressure454
Instructions For Checking Tire Inflation Pressure455
Proper Inflation Is Critical To Save Tire Performance455
When Inspecting And Adjusting Tire Inflation Pressure455
Wheel Selection456
Aluminum Wheel Precautions456
When Replacing Wheels457
Use Of Defective Wheels Prohibited457
Replacing Tire Pressure Warning Valves And Transmitters457
Air Conditioning Filter458
Removal Method458
Changing Interval459
If Air Flow From The Vents Decreases Dramatically459
When Using The Air Conditioning System459
Electronic Key Battery460
Replacing The Battery460
Use A Cr2032 Lithium Battery461
If The Electronic Key Battery Is Depleted461
Removed Battery And Other Parts461
For Normal Operation After Replacing The Battery461
Checking And Replacing Fuses462
Driver' S Side Instrument Panel463
Passenger' S Side Instrument Panel463
Trunk463
The Upper Part Of The 12-Volt Battery464
Fuse Layout And Amperage Ratings466
Driver's Side Instrument Panel470
Passenger's Side Instrument Panel472
After A Fuse Is Replaced476
If There Is An Overload In A Circuit476
When Replacing Light Bulbs476
To Prevent System Breakdowns And Vehicle Fire476
Headlight Aim477
Vertical Movement Adjusting Bolts477
Before Checking The Headlight Aim477
Adjusting The Headlight Aim478
Preparing For Light Bulb Replacement479
Bulb Locations479
Vehicles With Discharge Headlights479
Vehicles With Led Headlights480
Replacing Light Bulbs481
Halogen Fog Lights (If Equipped)481
Front Turn Signal Lights (Vehicles With Discharge Headlights)483
Front Turn Signal Lights (Vehicles With Led Headlights)485
Rear Turn Signal Lights487
Back-Up Lights488
Replacing The Following Bulbs489
Discharge Headlights (If Equipped)489
Led Lights489
Condensation Build-Up On The Inside Of The Lens489
To Prevent Damage Or Fire491
When Trouble Arises493
7-1. Essential Information493
Emergency Flashers494
If Your Vehicle Has To Be Stopped In An Emergency495
If The Hybrid System Has To Be Turned Off While Driving495
If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed496
Situations Need To Contact Dealers Before Towing496
7-2. Steps To Take In An Emergency496
Towing With A Sling-Type Truck497
Towing With A Wheel-Lift Type Truck497
Using A Flatbed Truck498
Emergency Towing498
Installing Towing Eyelet499
While Towing500
Wheel Nut Wrench500
When Towing The Vehicle500
Installing Towing Eyelet To The Vehicle500
To Prevent Damage To The Vehicle When Towing Using A Wheel-Lift Type Truck501
To Prevent Body Damage When Towing With A Sling-Type Truck501
Visible Symptoms502
Audible Symptoms502
Operational Symptoms502
If You Think Something Is Wrong502
If A Warning Light Turns On Or A Warning Buzzer Sounds503
Stop The Vehicle Immediately. Continuing To Drive The Vehicle May Be Dangerous503
Stop The Vehicle Immediately504
Have The Vehicle Inspected By Your Lexus Dealer Immediately504
Follow The Correction Procedures506
Srs Warning Light508
Front Passenger Detection Sensor, Seat Belt Reminder And Warning Buzzer508
If The Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On While Driving508
Electric Power Steering System Warning Light (Warning Buzzer)508
The Tire Pressure Warning Light May Come On Due To Natural Causes509
When A Tire Is Replaced With A Spare Tire509
If The Tire Pressure Warning Light Frequently Comes On After Blinking For 1 Minute509
Warning Buzzer509
If Both The Abs And The Brake System Warning Lights Remain On510
When The Electric Power Steering System Warning Light Comes On510
If The Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes On510
If A Blowout Or Sudden Air Leakage Should Occur510
Maintenance Of The Tires511
To Ensure The Tire Pressure Warning System Operates Properly512
If A Warning Message Is Displayed513
Have The Vehicle Inspected Immediately515
Warning Message In Radar Cruise Mode (If Equipped)529
The Lka (Lane-Keeping Assist) Lane Departure Warning Function (If Equipped)529
Open Door Warning Message529
Other Displayed Messages533
Have The Malfunction Repaired Immediately534
If You Have A Flat Tire541
Before Jacking Up The Vehicle541
Location Of The Spare Tire, Jack And Tools542
Using The Tire Jack543
Taking Out The Jack And Jack Handle544
Taking Out The Spare Tire545
When Storing The Spare Tire545
Replacing A Flat Tire546
Installing The Spare Tire549
The Compact Spare Tire551
When Using The Compact Spare Tire551
When The Compact Spare Tire Is Equipped551
If You Have A Flat Rear Tire On A Road Covered With Snow Or Ice551
Speed Limit When Using The Compact Spare Tire553
After Using The Tools And Jack553
Driving With Tire Chains And The Compact Spare Tire553
When Replacing The Tires553
If The Hybrid System Will Not Start554
The Hybrid System Will Not Start Even Though The Correct Starting Procedure Is Being Followed554
The Interior Lights And Headlights Are Dim, Or The Horn Does Not Sound Or Sounds At A Low Volume554
The Interior Lights And Headlights Do Not Turn On, Or The Horn Does Not Sound555
Emergency Start Function555
If The Shift Lever Cannot Be Shifted From P556
If The Parking Brake Cannot Be Released557
Before Releasing The Parking Brake Manually557
Releasing The Parking Brake Manually557
Manual Operation Of The Parking Brake558
When Releasing The Parking Brake Manually558
If The Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly559
Locking And Unlocking The Doors, Unlocking The Trunk And Key Linked Functions559
Replacing The Key Battery561
When The Electronic Key Does Not Work Properly561
When Using The Mechanical Key And Operating The Power Windows And Moon Roof561
If The 12-Volt Battery Is Discharged562
Starting The Hybrid System When The 12-Volt Battery Is Discharged563
Charging The 12-Volt Battery563
When Recharging Or Replacing The 12-Volt Battery564
Avoiding 12-Volt Battery Fires Or Explosions564
12-Volt Battery Precautions565
After Recharging The 12-Volt Battery565
If Your Vehicle Overheats566
Correction Procedures566
If The Needle Of The Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Enters The Red Zone566
If "Hybrid System Overheat" Is Shown on the Multi-Information Display568
When Inspecting Under The Hood Of Your Vehicle570
When Adding Engine/Power Control Unit Coolant570
To Prevent Damage To The Cooling System570
If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck571
When It Is Difficult To Free The Vehicle571
When Attempting To Free A Stuck Vehicle572
To Avoid Damaging The Transmission And Other Components572
Vehicle Specifications573
Specifications Maintenance Data573
Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)574
Dimensions And Weight574
Vehicle Identification Number575
Engine Number575
Engine576
Fuel576
Electric Motor (Traction Motor)576
Lubrication System577
Engine Oil Selection577
Oil Viscosity (0W-20 Is Explained Here As An Example)578
How To Read Oil Container Label578
Cooling System579
Ignition System579
Iridium-Tipped Spark Plugs579
Electrical System580
Hybrid Transmission Fluid Type580
Differential581
Brakes581
Steering581
Tires And Wheels582
Compact Spare Tire583
Light Bulbs583
Fuel Information584
Fuel Tank Opening For Unleaded Gasoline584
Gasoline Quality Standards584
Recommendation Of The Use Of Gasoline Containing Detergent Additives585
Recommendation Of The Use Of Cleaner Burning Gasoline585
Non-Recommendation Of The Use Of Blended Gasoline585
Non-Recommendation Of The Use Of Gasoline Containing Mmt585
If Your Engine Knocks586
Notice On Fuel Quality586
Fuel-Related Poor Driveability586
When Refueling With Gasohol586
Tire Information587
Typical Tire Symbols587
Full-Size Tire587
Typical Dot And Tire Identification Number (Tin)589
Typical Tire Size Information590
Tire Dimensions590
Tire Section Names591
Uniform Tire Quality Grading592
Dot Quality Grades592
Treadwear592
Traction Aa, A, B, C592
Temperature A, B, C593
Glossary Of Tire Terminology594
Customizing Vehicle Features599
Changing By Using The Remote Touch599
Customization599
Customizable Features599
Vehicle Customization608
When Customizing Using The Remote Touch608
Items To Initialize609
Initialization609
For Owners611
Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners612
Seat Belt Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)613
Srs Airbag Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)615
Headlight Aim Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)624
Manual624
Index627
What To Do If627
(Troubleshooting)627
For Information Regarding The Equipment Listed Below, Refer To The627
What To Do If... (Troubleshooting)628
The Doors Cannot Be Locked, Unlocked, Opened Or Closed628
You Lose Your Keys628
The Doors Cannot Be Locked Or Unlocked628
The Rear Door Cannot Be Opened629
The Trunk Lid Is Closed With The Electronic Key Left Inside629
The Hybrid System Does Not Start630
The Shift Lever Cannot Be Shifted From P Even If You Depress The Brake Pedal630
The Steering Wheel Cannot Be Turned After The Hybrid System Is Stopped630
The Windows Do Not Open Or Close By Operating The Power Window Switches631
The Power Switch Is Turned Off Automatically631
A Warning Buzzer Sounds During Driving631
An Alarm Is Activated And The Horn Sounds632
A Warning Buzzer Sounds When Leaving The Vehicle632
A Warning Light Turns On Or A Warning Message Is Displayed632
When A Problem Has Occurred633
The Vehicle Becomes Stuck633
Alphabetical Index634
Gas Station Information652