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GAS STATION INFORMATION

D Fuel selection:

Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or

higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of

premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating 91

(Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended.

D Fuel tank capacity:

65 L (17.2 gal., 14.3 Imp. gal.)

D Engine oil:

"Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or equivqlent

Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil

Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W−30

Oil capacity: L (qt., Imp. qt.)

Drain and refill

With filter

4.7 (5.0, 4.1)

Without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0)

See page 543 for detailed information.

D Coolant:

Capacity: L (qt., Imp. qt.)

Gasoline engine

Inverter

Coolant type — "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" or similar

high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine,

non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life hybrid

organic acid technology (Coolant with long−life hybrid

organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates

and organic acids.)

Do not use plain water alone.

For checking the engine coolant, see page 547.

D Transaxle:

Fluid type — Toyota Genuine ATF WS

See page 552 for detailed information.

D Tire information:

See pages 556 through 578 for detailed information.

D Tire inflation pressure:

Tire size: 225/65R17 101S or P235/55R18 99V

Tire inflation pressure:

10.3 (10.9, 9.0)

3.4 ( 3.6, 3.0)

Front

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Rear

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Spare

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kPa (kgf/cm

or bar, psi)

225/65R17 101S

P235/55R18 99V

220 (2.2, 32)

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210 (2.1, 30)

220 (2.2, 32)

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210 (2.1, 30)

220 (2.2, 32)

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210 (2.1, 30)

cold tires

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Page 1: Gas Station Information
GAS STATION INFORMATION D Fuel selection: Coolant type — “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life hybrid premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating 91 organic acid technology (Coolant with long−life hybrid...
Page 2 WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU − PLEASE BUCKLE UP Lexus has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts. Lexus belts are: Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.
Page 3 Only technicians who have participated in technical training for the inspection and servicing of high voltage systems are qualified to do maintenance work on components related to the vehicle’s hybrid system. For repair of your hybrid system, visit your Lexus dealer or other qualified technicians. cm−1...
Page 4 Lexus dealer or the Material Distribution Center. To purchase Areas covered include such things as spark plug replacement, the repair manual, please contact your Lexus dealer or call the valve clearance adjustment and engine oil and filter Material Distribution Center toll−free at 1−800−622−2033.
Page 5 Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also. All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Page 6: Important Information About This Manual
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.
Page 7 Occupant restraint systems The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce Lexus encourages you and your family to take the time to read the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a Section 1−6 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of collision.
Page 8 (ECB) may contain another EDR. There are Lexus recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1−6 a variety of driving situations which include activating the ECB carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of under which the ECB EDR will record certain information.
Page 9 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third New vehicle warranty party except when: Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited D An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing...
Page 10 Lexus your Lexus A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You CAUTION should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and D WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,...
Page 11 Tires and loading on your Lexus Traction battery Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the The traction battery has a limited service life. Call your Lexus excess load may result in the deterioration of steering dealer or a qualified service shop for information about ability and braking ability, leading to an accident.
Page 12 SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed service plug can cause severe burns or electric and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus shock that may result in death or serious injury. dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Page 13 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS Road accident cautions D The hybrid system uses high voltage up to 650 V. The system can be hot while and after starting. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature. CAUTION Obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle.
Page 14 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS D If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with the front wheels raised (front wheel drive models) or all four wheels raised (all wheel drive models). If the wheels with the traction motor are on the ground when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity.
Page 15: Table Of Contents
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please below.
Page 16 Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your considerable amount of information. To use this Lexus will help to keep your vehicle in its best condition. information most effectively, please take the time to familiarize yourself with the contents and use of the SECTION 6 —...
Page 17 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL (vehicles with navigation system) ill−full xiii...
Page 18 PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Driving position memory switches ... “AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF” indicator lights ......Power window switches .
Page 19 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL (vehicles with center display) ill−full...
Page 20 PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Driving position memory switches ... Trip information control button ....Power window switches .
Page 21 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in U. S. A.) ill−full xvii...
Page 22 PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Traction battery warning light ....Fuel gauge ........Power meter .
Page 23 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in Canada) ill−full...
Page 24 PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Traction battery warning light ....Fuel gauge ........Power meter .
Page 25: Front Seat
PICTORIAL INDEX FRONT SEAT Page Seat position, seat cushion angle and height control switch ....166, 167 Seatback angle control switch .
Page 26 PICTORIAL INDEX STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN Page Headlight, turn signal and fog light switches ..62, 66, 67 Audio remote control switches ..... . . Distance switch .
Page 27 PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger ... Back door ....46, 49 Fuel filler door .
Page 28 BASIC OPERATION HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW Hybrid vehicle overview Toyota hybrid system ........Energy monitor .
Page 29: Toyota Hybrid System
HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW TOYOTA HYBRID SYSTEM ENERGY MONITOR Toyota hybrid system combines the power of a gasoline Toyota hybrid system performs various controls engine and a traction motor to minimize fuel consumption depending on the operating condition. The condition and emissions. appears on the multi−information display and navigation system screen (with navigation system) when the display Depending on driving conditions, the vehicle runs...
Page 30 HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW These are representative examples of energy monitor displays. Depending on the condition, the energy monitor displays the graphics different from those shown below. Depending on conditions, the graphic does not reflect the actual motion of the vehicle. "...
Page 31 HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW " The multi−information display " The multi−information display " The navigation system screen " The navigation system screen All wheel drive models only All wheel drive models only D When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline D When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine.
Page 32 HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW " The multi−information display " The multi−information display " The navigation system screen " The navigation system screen All wheel drive models only All wheel drive models only D When the vehicle is regenerating and charging the D When there is no energy flow.
Page 33: Starting Your Vehicle
HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW Traction battery status STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The starting procedure is the same as that for The multi− The navigation conventional vehicles. Status information system screen display Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the “START” position.
Page 34: For Efficient Use Of Your Vehicle
HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW FOR EFFICIENT USE OF YOUR When parking, be sure to put the transmission into the “P” position. While driving, put the transmission into the “D” VEHICLE position. D In the “N” position, the gasoline engine operates but Drive your vehicle with smooth acceleration and deceleration.
Page 35 HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW " Air conditioning compressor PRECAUTIONS FOR THE USE OF High voltage cables HYBRID VEHICLE Inverter unit Traction battery High voltage components Service plug DC/DC converter Rear traction motor (all wheel drive models only) Front traction motor The hybrid system uses high voltage up to 650 V. High voltage components are indicated in the illustration above.
Page 36 HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW The characteristics of the hybrid vehicle CAUTION Be sure to put the transmission in the “P” position when The vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well parking. as a 12−volt system. DC and AC high voltage is very In the “N”...
Page 37 If this condition continues for several days, take D If the “READY” light is on, you can start even when the the vehicle to your Lexus dealer. gasoline engine is stopped.
Page 38 HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW CAUTION D The driver should special attention pedestrians when the vehicle is powered only by the traction motor. Because there is no engine noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement. D When you leave your vehicle, be sure to turn off the hybrid system.
Page 39 HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW If you open the door with the hybrid system turned on and the transmission is not in the “P” position, a message appears on the multi−information display and navigation system screen (for vehicles with navigation system). D When you leave your vehicle, or stop or park for a while, put the transmission in the “P”...
Page 40: Road Accident Cautions
HYBRID VEHICLE OVERVIEW For vehicle repairs or maintenance, be sure to consult ROAD ACCIDENT CAUTIONS your Lexus dealer. If your vehicle is beyond repair, contact your Lexus dealer CAUTION for assistance. Do not attempt to dispose of your vehicle by yourself.
Page 41 This may cause the electricity leakage. activates, your vehicle will not restart. To restart the Depending on the severity of the damage, electricity hybrid system, contact a Lexus dealer. leakage may cause fire. See “If your vehicle needs to be towed” on page 499.
Page 42: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Quick reference Driver’s seat ..........Steering wheel (tilt type) .
Page 43: Driver's Seat
QUICK REFERENCE 1. DRIVER’S SEAT 2. STEERING WHEEL (tilt type) BRY069 (c/0) BRY158 Seat position Seat cushion angle To tilt the steering wheel up or down to the desired angle: Seat cushion height 1. Pull the lever up while holding the steering wheel. 2.
Page 44: Steering Wheel (Tilt And Telescopic Type)
QUICK REFERENCE 2. STEERING WHEEL (tilt and telescopic type) D TILT OPERATION D TELESCOPIC OPERATION BRY156 BRY157 (7.2/7) (7.2/7) To tilt the steering wheel up or down to the desired angle, To move the steering wheel to the desired position, push push the control switch in the required direction and the control switch away from you or pull it toward you until release the button when the steering wheel reaches the...
Page 45: Ignition Switch
QUICK REFERENCE 3. IGNITION SWITCH 4. PARKING BRAKE BRY108 BRY111 (7.2/4) (7.2/4) To set: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right IGNITION SWITCH POSITION foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. LOCK: The hybrid system is off and the steering wheel is locked.
Page 46: Transmission
QUICK REFERENCE 5. TRANSMISSION OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BRY119 (24/4) BRY105 (96/15) SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, hybrid system starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position B: Position for engine braking K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition switch must be in the “ON”...
Page 47 QUICK REFERENCE NOTE: When the cruise control is being used, the vehicle will not decelerate even if you downshift from “D” to “B”. The cruise control must first be cancelled. For vehicle speed reduction, see page 420 (with cruise control) or pages 431 and 441 (with dynamic laser cruise control).
Page 48: Headlight And Turn Signal Switch
QUICK REFERENCE 6. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH D HEADLIGHT SWITCH D TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn on. Right or left turn BRY115 BRY113 (4/7) Headlights also turn on. (4/7) Lane change (right or left) Automatic light control D HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH High beam...
Page 49: Wiper And Washer Switch
QUICK REFERENCE 7. WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH D Front (Variable intermittent windshield wipers) D Front (Rain−sensing windshield wipers) Mist operation Mist operation Variable intermittent Automatic operation operation BRY116 BRY117 (c/7) Low speed operation Low speed operation (c/7) High speed operation High speed operation Washer on Washer on...
Page 50 QUICK REFERENCE D Rear Wiper on (intermittent operation) BRY118 Windshield wiper on (normal operation) (c/7) Washer also on Washer on...
Page 51 QUICK REFERENCE...
Page 52 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and doors Keys ........... . Engine immobilizer system .
Page 53: Keys And Doors
KEYS AND DOORS Master keys (black) — These keys work in every lock. KEYS For your Lexus dealer to make a new key with a built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need one of them. Valet key (gray) — This key will not open the glove box.
Page 54 KEYS AND DOORS Flat key Starting the hybrid system using a flat key As a transponder chip is built in its key case, you can start 1. Remove the key plate from the key case. the hybrid system with this key. 2.
Page 55 KEYS AND DOORS 4. Start the hybrid system within 60 seconds after the security indicator light goes out. You cannot start the system if 60 seconds have past after the security indicator went off. You need to remove the key plate from the ignition switch and try it again from the step 2.
Page 56 KEYS AND DOORS D When starting the hybrid system, do not use the key D Do not bend the key grip or flat key. in proximity with other transponder keys (including D Do not cover the key grip or flat key with any material the flat key and keys of other vehicles), and do not that cuts off electromagnetic waves.
Page 57: Engine Immobilizer System
(For details, see “Flat key” on page 27.) For your Lexus dealer to make you a new key with built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key or the flat key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Lexus dealer can make for you.
Page 58 KEYS AND DOORS For vehicles sold in Canada For vehicles sold in U.S.A. This device complies with RSS−210 of Industry FCC ID: MOZRI−20BTY Canada. MADE IN JAPAN Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) Operation is subject to the following two conditions: this device must accept any interference, including...
Page 59: Wireless Remote Control
Ask your Lexus dealer for details. When you operate any button on the key, push it slowly and surely. At this time, the indicator light on the key grip flashes...
Page 60 39. You can also have the battery of the key replaced by your Lexus dealer. If you lose the wireless key, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See “If you lose your keys or lock yourself out”...
Page 61 NOTE: you leave the vehicle. Push the “LOCK” button once again. * The 2−step unlocking function can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. NOTE: * The turn signal lights can be set not to flash and the beep At this time, two beeps sound and the turn signal lights flash can be set not to sound.
Page 62 * The turn signal lights can be set not to flash and the beep can be set not to sound. ** The time before automatic re−locking can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. " Vehicles with power back door system " Vehicles without power back door system...
Page 63 Vehicles without power back door system — When you * The windows and moonroof can be set inoperative. push the “PANIC” button for about 1 second, an alarm Ask your Lexus dealer for details. sounds to deter any person trying to break into or damage your vehicle.
Page 64 **** It is possible to set the beep to sound while the back door opens or closes and adjust its volume. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. Opening or closing operation can be performed by the button under the following conditions: D The key is not in the ignition switch.
Page 65 KEYS AND DOORS For vehicles sold in U.S.A. D Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. D Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit Operation is subject to the following two conditions: different from that to which the receiver is (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, connected.
Page 66 D When replacing the battery, be careful not lose the components. D Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Lexus dealer. D Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. 2. Remove the module from the key frame.
Page 67 KEYS AND DOORS NOTICE D Make sure the positive side and negative side of the battery are faced correctly. D Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may cause unexpected rust. D Do not touch or move any components inside the transmitter, or it may interfere with proper operation.
Page 68: Side Doors
Turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock all the side doors and back door simultaneously.* NOTE: * The 2−step unlocking function can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
Page 69 CAUTION Do not pull the inside handle of the front doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Lexus strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle.
Page 70 KEYS AND DOORS The power door lock switch can be reset in the following ways. Locking with power door lock switch D Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position. D Unlock all the side doors and back door with the key or wireless remote control.
Page 71 KEYS AND DOORS Automatic door locking and unlocking To select the locking linked with the shift position: functions 1. Close all doors and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING 2. Shift the selector lever to the “P” position. You can select the following functions: 3.
Page 72 KEYS AND DOORS AUTOMATIC DOOR UNLOCKING To select the unlocking linked with the shift position: You can select the following functions: 1. Close all doors and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. D Unlocking linked with the ignition switch 2.
Page 73: Back Door
KEYS AND DOORS Locking with rear door child−protector BACK DOOR Opening and closing " Unlock Lock Whenever small children are in the vehicle, lock the rear door so that it does not open by the inside door handle. To do this, move the lever to the “LOCK” position as shown and then close the door.
Page 74 KEYS AND DOORS To open the back door, push up the back door opener and raise the door. If the back door will not open even pushing up the back door opener, push it up again. When opening the back door, make sure that the back door will not come down by itself.
Page 75 KEYS AND DOORS If the back door opener does not operate CAUTION D Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. D If the open back door hides the rear stop and tail lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.
Page 76: Power Back Door
KEYS AND DOORS POWER BACK DOOR Power back door off switch 2. Push the lever and open the back door. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer if the back door opener does not operate. " Power back door off switch...
Page 77 KEYS AND DOORS Power back door switches CAUTION Do not leave small children or pets unattended in your vehicle. They could operate the power back door, and anyone around the back door could be injured. Turn off the power back door system when the power back door is not in use.
Page 78 ** The beep will sound from both the front and rear of the Ask your Lexus dealer for details. vehicle. The front beep can be set not to sound. *** It is possible to set the beep to sound while the back door opens or closes and adjust its volume.
Page 79 KEYS AND DOORS Jam protection function Falling down protection function If anything with sufficient resistance obstructs the power back When you open the back door with the switch or the wireless door while it is closing or opening, the back door will remote control, if some loads such as snow on the back door automatically reverse to the opposite direction.
Page 80 If the power back door system does not operate properly after the above procedure, there may be a problem in the system. the jam protection function intentionally. Contact your Lexus dealer. D The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the back door is...
Page 81 KEYS AND DOORS Opening and closing by hand To open the back door, push up the back door opener and raise the door. If the back door will not open even pushing up the back door opener, push it up again. When opening the back door, make sure that the back door will not come down by itself.
Page 82 KEYS AND DOORS CAUTION D Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. D If the open back door hides the rear stop and tail lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.
Page 83 KEYS AND DOORS Back door closer If the back door opener does not operate When the back door has not been fully closed, it is fully closed automatically even if the power back door system is off. CAUTION D Careful attention is needed so as not to get your fingers trapped as the back door automatically closes when it has not been fully closed.
Page 84: Theft Deterrent System
KEYS AND DOORS THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM 2. Push the lever and open the back door. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer if the To deter theft of the vehicle, this system is designed to back door opener does not operate.
Page 85 KEYS AND DOORS Cancelling the system When you unlock any door using an ignition key or wireless remote control, the system is cancelled. Also, the system will be cancelled when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. Activating the system The alarm sounds for about 1minute if any of the following are operated: D Unlocking any door without using an ignition key or wireless...
Page 86 5. Repeat this operation for the other doors and hood. When testing the hood, also check that the system is activated when the terminal of the auxiliary battery is disconnected and then reconnected. If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Lexus dealer.
Page 87 KEYS AND DOORS NOTICE Disconnecting the auxiliary battery may result in the erasure of information you have set in the computer memory. After reconnecting the battery, check that the memorized data has been retained. If it has been erased, input it into the computer once more.
Page 88 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Switches Headlight switch ......... . Headlight dimmer and turn signal switch .
Page 89: Switches
SWITCHES HEADLIGHT SWITCH Vehicles sold in U.S.A.: When the headlights are on, the headlight indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. Vehicles sold in Canada: When the tail lights are on, the tail light indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. With the knob in the “AUTO”...
Page 90 SWITCHES When only the tail lights come on: The lights automatically turn off with the driver’s door opened and the ignition key turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. To turn them on again, turn the ignition key to the “ON” position, or turn the headlight switch off and then twist the knob until the first or second clickstop.
Page 91 LEVELING” appears on the multi−information display, the master warning light comes on and a warning tone sounds. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. If you replace the rear suspension, contact your Lexus dealer to check the automatic headlight leveling system and headlight...
Page 92 When the system is turned off, the “AFS OFF” indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. If the system fails, the indicator light in the instrument cluster will flash. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.
Page 93: Headlight Dimmer And Turn Signal Switch
SWITCHES HEADLIGHT DIMMER AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH For signaling turns, move the lever up or down in the conventional manner. The ignition key must be in the “ON” position. For high beam, push the lever forward. Pull it back for low The turn signal is self−cancelling after a turn, but after a lane beam.
Page 94: Fog Light Switch
SWITCHES FOG LIGHT SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH Variable intermittent windshield wipers To turn on the fog lights, twist the band of the headlight switch lever to the position of the fog light. The fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam. "...
Page 95 If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact after the washer squirts even with the lever in the “OFF” your Lexus dealer to have the vehicle serviced. position. Vehicles with headlight cleaner — If you pull the windshield...
Page 96 SWITCHES Rain−sensing windshield wipers Automatic operation The wiper speed is determined by the amount of raindrops and sunlight detected by the automatic wiper control sensor. You may adjust the automatic wiper control sensitivity by twisting the automatic control adjuster in the “−” direction, which requires more raindrop volume to start the wiper, or in the “+”...
Page 97 SWITCHES Even if the wiper lever is in the “AUTO” position, the system will CAUTION switch to variable intermittent operations in the following conditions: Be careful not to get your fingers caught between the D When the windshield gets extremely cold (at less than wipers and windshield.
Page 98 For mist wiper operations (a single wipe), pull the lever up and release it. do not become blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Lexus dealer to have the vehicle serviced. To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and release it.
Page 99 SWITCHES When lifting the windshield wiper arms away from the Lifting the windshield wiper arms window, follow the procedure in the order indicated. Pull the driver side wiper arm upward. Pull the passenger side wiper arm upward. When returning the wiper arms to their original position, push the passenger side wiper arm down first, and then push the driver side wiper arm down.
Page 100: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch
SWITCHES REAR WINDOW WIPER AND To make the washer squirt while operating in “ON” position, twist the knob upward to position 1. WASHER SWITCH The knob automatically returns from these positions after you release it. The rear window wiper operates while the washer squirts. The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empty.
Page 101: Headlight Cleaner Switch
SWITCHES HEADLIGHT CLEANER SWITCH NOTICE Do not turn the headlight cleaner on with the washer fluid tank empty. It may cause the cleaner motor to overheat. To spray fluid on the headlights, push the switch with the headlights on. The ignition key must be in the “ON” position. The message “LOW WASHER FLUID”...
Page 102: Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defogger, And Windshield Wiper De−Icer Switch
SWITCHES REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE Vehicles sold in Canada — The windshield wiper de−icers are equipped to deice the windshield wiper blades by operating REAR VIEW MIRROR DEFOGGER, simultaneously with defogger. AND WINDSHIELD WIPER DE−ICER The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has SWITCH operated about 15 minutes.
Page 103: Power Window Switches
SWITCHES POWER WINDOW SWITCHES NOTICE D When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connectors. D To prevent the auxiliary battery from being discharged, turn the switch off when the hybrid system is off.
Page 104 SWITCHES Operating the window lock switch Operating the switches " Indicator lights To lower the window, push the switch halfway down. Pull it up to raise the window. The window glass moves as long With the window lock switch pressed in, only the driver’s as the switch is operated.
Page 105 To open the windows: Turn the key in the unlocking direction * This feature can be deactivated. and hold it. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. After the door is unlocked, the windows begin to open. To stop in the middle, return the key.
Page 106 Use the window lock switch to prevent them from the power windows cannot be operated properly, have it making unexpected use of the switches. checked by your Lexus dealer. D Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave your vehicle.
Page 107: Emergency Flasher Switch
SWITCHES EMERGENCY FLASHER SWITCH D Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection function intentionally. D The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the window is fully closed. " Vehicles with navigation system "...
Page 108: Seat Heater Switches
SWITCHES To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To SEAT HEATER SWITCHES turn them off, push the switch again. All the turn signal lights will flash. The emergency flashers will work with the hybrid system on or off and with or without the ignition key.
Page 109 SWITCHES To turn off the seat heater, turn the knob counterclockwise until NOTICE it stops. D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and Push the knob into the recessed position when not in use. do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
Page 110 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 111: Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS FUEL GAUGE The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. See the inner back cover for fuel capacity and recommended fuel selection.
Page 112: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS ENGINE COOLANT Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: TEMPERATURE GAUGE D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. D Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic.
Page 113: Power Meter
BUZZER COMES ON... If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Lexus dealer. (red indicator) Take vehicle to Lexus dealer. If red brake The power meter indicates the instantaneous output from system warning light is the hybrid system in approximate kilowatts.
Page 114 IF THIS INDICATOR OR IF THIS INDICATOR OR DO THIS. DO THIS. BUZZER COMES ON... BUZZER COMES ON... Take vehicle to Lexus Take vehicle to Lexus dealer. dealer immediately. If the red brake system warning light is also on, stop...
Page 115 D When the brake fluid level is low... Have your vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer in the following cases: CAUTION D The lights do not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the “READY”...
Page 116 D The red and yellow warning lights may stay on for about 60 If any of the following conditions occurs, immediately seconds after the ignition is turned on. It is normal if it turns stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus off after a while. dealer.
Page 117 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, The light and buzzer act as a reminder to buckle up the driver’s built−in sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pressure, seat belt.
Page 118 If it comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere in the charging system. The hybrid system will continue to operate, however, until the auxiliary battery is discharged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Lexus dealer or repair shop.
Page 119 If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... D There is a problem somewhere in the hybrid system or warning light system itself. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.
Page 120 However, the brake system still operates conventionally. If this light comes on, take your vehicle to the Lexus When the “ABS” warning light is on and the yellow brake dealer as soon as possible. In this case, you may feel system warning light is off, the anti−lock brake system function...
Page 121 If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a CAUTION malfunction somewhere in the components monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the soon as possible to service the vehicle.
Page 122 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS Low Fuel Level Warning Light How to check all the service reminder indicators (except the low fuel level warning This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes light and master warning light) nearly empty.
Page 123 If any of the service reminder indicators or warning buzzers does not function as described above, have it checked by your The “AFS OFF” indicator light goes off after about 3 seconds. Lexus dealer as soon as possible. The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds.
Page 124: Multi−Information Display
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS " Odometer and trip meter (enlarged character) MULTI−INFORMATION DISPLAY Energy monitor Outside temperature Average fuel consumption Current fuel consumption The modes above are displayed when you push the “DISP.” button on the steering wheel with the ignition switch on.
Page 125 50_C (122_F). If the temperature does not appear on the of the display will be reduced. display or it shows “−−”, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. You can adjust the brightness of the display. To adjust the brightness, see “Instrument panel light control” on page 117.
Page 126 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (5) Current fuel consumption (“CURRENT”) Odometer and trip meter The current fuel consumption is calculated and displayed 1. Odometer only based on distance and fuel consumption for 2 seconds. Note that an accurate figure may not be shown in some cases. "...
Page 127 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS 2. Odometer and trip meter A 3. Odometer and trip meter B " " Odometer and trip meter A appear on the display. Odometer and trip meter B appear on the display. When other mode is selected or warning message When other mode is selected or warning message appears, the trip meter A moves to the reduced appears, the trip meter B moves to the reduced...
Page 128 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. To change the display, push the “ODO/TRIP” button briefly. Each time you push the button, the display changes between 1 and 3 as shown on the table below. Multi−information Odometer and Reduced lower...
Page 129 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS Warning messages MESSAGE STATUS ACTION Driver’s door is open. Close the door. Front passenger’s door is open. Close the door. Right rear door is open. Close the door. Left rear door is open. Close the door. Back door is open.
Page 130 Malfunction of VSC function of the vehicle dynamics integrated management is Take your vehicle to a Lexus dealer. detected. Engine oil pressure is low. Stop your vehicle and call a Lexus dealer. Coolant temperature is too high. Stop and check. (10) Hybrid system malfunction is detected.
Page 131 Clean the glass surface of the radar sensor. control is dirtied. Following distance control mode of dynamic (17) Turn the dynamic laser cruise control off. laser cruise control is not available. Dynamic laser cruise control malfunction is (18) Take your vehicle to a Lexus dealer. detected.
Page 132 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS This message is to remind the driver that the parking brake is not released. When the vehicle speed exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph), the message appears, the master warning light flashes and a warning tone sounds.
Page 133 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS Resetting the system (U.S.A. only) The system must be reset after the engine oil replacement. Reset the system by the following procedure. This message is to remind the driver to change the engine 1. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position with the oil.
Page 134 If the message appears, turn the hybrid system off as soon Lexus dealer as soon as possible. as possible and contact a Lexus dealer. This message is to warn the driver that the vehicle stability control (VSC) function of the vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) is malfunctioning.
Page 135 If the message appears, stop the vehicle as soon as possible and check the engine compartment. For detailed possible and contact a Lexus dealer. instructions, see “If your vehicle overheats” on page 484. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,...
Page 136 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (12) (14) This message is to remind the driver that the moonroof is This message is to remind the driver that the transmission open. is not in the “P” position when starting the vehicle. If the moonroof is open with the ignition off, the message If the transmission is not in the “P”...
Page 137 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (16) (15) This message is to remind the driver that the radar sensor This message is to remind the driver that the fuel filler glass is dirtied. door is open. If the radar sensor glass is tainted, the message appears with The message appears with the master warning light and the master warning light and warning tone when the dynamic warning tone in the following cases.
Page 138 If the message appears, have the vehicle checked by a D It is determined that it is difficult to make a measurement Lexus dealer. because of bad weather (such as rainy, foggy, or snowy weather) D The wipers are operated at high or low speeds with the wiper lever in the “AUTO”...
Page 139: Trip Information (With Center Display)
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS " Driving time after the hybrid system is started TRIP INFORMATION Average fuel consumption (with center display) Current fuel consumption Trip distance The trip information is displayed when you push the “INFO” button with the ignition switch turned on. Each time you push the “INFO”...
Page 140 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the (2) Average fuel consumption (“AVG”) cruise information display, the display will automatically be set Average fuel consumption is calculated and displayed to the initial mode. based on total driving distance and total fuel When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness consumption.
Page 141: Trip Information (With Navigation System)
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS Brightness control TRIP INFORMATION (with navigation system) To adjust the brightness of the display light, push and release the “BRIGHTNESS” button until the desired 1. Push the “INFO” button to display the “Information brightness is obtained. Menu”...
Page 142 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the screen will be reduced. You can adjust the brightness of the screen. See the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” for the procedure. CAUTION Be sure to operate the screen only when the vehicle is stopped.
Page 143 The outside temperature is displayed. The displayed temperature ranges from −30_C (−22_F) up to 50_C (122_F). If the temperature does not appear or it shows “−−”, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. The outside temperature is also displayed on the “Energy Monitor” screen.
Page 144: Instrument Panel Light Control
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT CONTROL " Energy Monitor screen Touching the “Energy” switch turns on the “Energy Monitor” that displays the hybrid system operating condition. To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn the knob. The arrows on the screen indicates the movement of the energy.
Page 145 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS...
Page 146 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Interior equipment Sun visors ..........Interior lights .
Page 147: Interior Equipment
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT SUN VISORS INTERIOR LIGHTS Front To block out glare, move the sun visor as shown. To block out glare from the front , swing the sun visor " Vehicles with moonroof down. To block out glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the hook and swing it to the side.
Page 148 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. Rear The interior light switch has the following positions: “ON” — Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF” — Turns the light off. “DOOR” — Turns the light on when any of the side doors or back door is opened.
Page 149: Personal Lights
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT PERSONAL LIGHTS To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch again. " Vehicles with moonroof " Vehicles without moonroof...
Page 150: Luggage Compartment Lights
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM To turn on the luggage compartment light, open the back door and push the switch. The light goes off when the back door is closed.
Page 151 ** The duration of lighting can be changed. and scuff plate lights Ask your Lexus dealer for details. The ignition switch light, front interior light, rear interior light and scuff plate lights also come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out when the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”...
Page 152: Clock
NOTE: * The intensity of the foot lights and inside door handle lights can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. When you turn the hybrid system off, the lights remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out.
Page 153: Outside Temperature Display
The displayed temperature ranges from −30_C (−22_F) up to 50_C (122_F). If the temperature does not appear on the display or it shows “−−”, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the display will be reduced.
Page 154: Power Outlets
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT POWER OUTLETS 12 VDC " In the luggage compartment The power outlets are designed for power supply for car accessories. The ignition key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for the " On the center cluster power outlets to be used.
Page 155 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 115 VAC NOTICE D To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12V/120W (all the outlets together). D To prevent the auxiliary battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the hybrid system is not started.
Page 156 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT D Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the outlet may cause electrical failure or short circuit. The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances even though their power consumption is under 115 VAC/100W.
Page 157: Rear Console Box
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT REAR CONSOLE BOX CAUTION D Do not slide the rear console box while the vehicle is Sliding the rear console box moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
Page 158 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Using the rear console box To remove the adapter tray inside the box, pull it up. " Open Close To open the rear console box, push the “OPEN” button. The rear console box light comes on when the tail lights are turned on.
Page 159: Glove Box
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT GLOVE BOX CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. " Unlock Open Lock To open the glove box door, pull the lever. To lock the glove box door, insert the master key and turn it clockwise.
Page 160: Garage Door Opener
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT The battery side of the hand−held transmitter must be pointed GARAGE DOOR OPENER away from the HomeLink during the programming process. The garage door opener ( Universal For Canadian users, follow the procedure in “Programming an Transceiver) is manufactured under license from entrance gate/programming all devices in the Canadian HomeLink and can be programmed to operate garage...
Page 161 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT If the garage door does not operate, identify if your garage 3. Press and release the vehicle’s programmed HomeLink transmitter is of the “Rolling Code” type. Press and hold the button twice. The garage door may open. If the door does programmed HomeLink button.
Page 162 If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLink memory. To program other devices such as home security systems, home door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Lexus dealer for assistance. Reprogramming a button Individual HomeLink buttons cannot be erased, however, to reprogram a single button, follow the procedure “Programming...
Page 163 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CAUTION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS−210 of the IC Rules. Operation is D When programming the HomeLink Universal subject to the following two conditions: (1) This Transceiver, you may be operating a garage door or device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) other device.
Page 164: Cupholders
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CUPHOLDERS Front " In front of the rear console box To use the cupholder, push the cupholder lid. The cupholder is designed for holding cups or drink−cans securely. " On the instrument panel The cupholder can be adjusted to the size of the cups by To use the cupholder, push in the cupholder portion altering the arm position.
Page 165 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Rear CAUTION D Do not place anything else other than cups or drink−cans in the cupholder, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.
Page 166: Overhead Console Box
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT OVERHEAD CONSOLE BOX CAUTION D Do not place anything else other than cups or drink−cans on the cupholder, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.
Page 167: Auxiliary Boxes
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT AUXILIARY BOXES NOTICE To use the auxiliary boxes, open as shown in the following During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes illustrations. very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside. "...
Page 168: Auxiliary Box And Grocery Bag Hooks
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT AUXILIARY BOX AND GROCERY CAUTION BAG HOOKS To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving. To use the auxiliary box, open it as shown above.
Page 169: Luggage Cover
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT LUGGAGE COVER This auxiliary box is equipped with grocery bag hooks. These hooks are designed for hanging things like grocery bags. CAUTION Except when using the grocery bag hooks — To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving.
Page 170 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT To use the luggage cover: Automatic retract function Attach the front hooks of the luggage cover to the head restraints. Pull out the rear luggage cover and hook it onto the anchors. CAUTION Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or a collision.
Page 171 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT To activate the automatic retract function, place the knobs in the active position. If you do not want to activate the automatic retract function, push the knobs to place the inactive position while pulling the luggage cover toward you. To reactivate the automatic retract function, push the knobs again to return them to the active position.
Page 172 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Removing luggage cover You can stow the luggage cover in the auxiliary box in the luggage compartment as shown in the illustration. To remove the luggage cover, lift it up after pushing After removing the luggage cover, stow it in the auxiliary box forward the lock release knobs on both sides.
Page 173: Floor Mat
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT FLOOR MAT CAUTION Use a floor mat of the correct size. Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor If the floor carpet and floor mat have 2 holes, then they are carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the designed for use with locking clips.
Page 174: Tie−Down Hooks
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT TIE−DOWN HOOKS To secure your luggage, use the tie−down hooks as shown above. See “Stowage precautions” on page 476 for precautions when loading luggage. NOTICE Do not use the anchor brackets on the back of the rear seatback instead of the tie−down hooks.
Page 175 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT...
Page 176 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Exterior equipment Hood ........... Fuel tank cap .
Page 177: Exterior Equipment
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT HOOD 2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not the driver−side instrument panel.
Page 178: Fuel Tank Cap
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT FUEL TANK CAP 1. To open the fuel filler door, push the switch. This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle. To refuel your vehicle, turn the hybrid system off. CAUTION Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames when refueling.
Page 179 Make sure the cap is tightened securely. CAUTION The indicator lamp will go off after driving the vehicle several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. dealer as soon as possible.
Page 180 In case the opener is not actuated CAUTION If the opener is not actuated, contact your Lexus dealer to D Make sure the cap is installed securely to prevent fuel service the vehicle. If you must refuel your vehicle, you can spillage in the event of an accident.
Page 181: Moonroof
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT MOONROOF 1. Open the left side auxiliary box in the luggage compartment. " Open Close 2. Pull the manual lock release tab. To slide open the moonroof, push the slide control switch The fuel filler door will open. toward the back.
Page 182 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT The sunshade can be opened or closed manually. However, if you open the moonroof, the sunshade will be opened with the moonroof. To close the moonroof, push the slide control switch toward the front. The moonroof will fully close. To stop partway, push the either side of the slide control switch.
Page 183 “MOONROOF OPEN” * This feature can be deactivated. appears on the multi−information display and a warning tone Ask your Lexus dealer for details. sounds. Retained accessory power operation: Even if the ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, the moonroof can be operated until either front door is opened (or for 43 seconds).
Page 184 Make sure that the moonroof opens and closes automatically. Jam protection function If the moonroof cannot be operated properly, have it checked by your Lexus dealer. D If something gets caught between the moonroof and frame during slide closing operation, the moonroof stops and opens half way.
Page 185: Roof Luggage Carrier
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT ROOF LUGGAGE CARRIER D Before you close the moonroof, always make sure there is nobody around the moonroof. You must also make sure nobody places his or her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening. someone’s neck, head or hands get caught in the closing roof, it could result in death or serious injury.
Page 186 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT Adjusting the position of cross rails 2. Slide the cross rails to the appropriate position for loading luggage and release the lever. 1. Pull the lock release lever up to release the cross rails. You can release the cross rails by operating only the single side CAUTION lock release lever.
Page 187 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT D If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at CAUTION high speeds, stop the vehicle now and then during the trip to make sure the cargo remains in its place. When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier, observe the following: D Do not exceed 75 kg (165 lb.) cargo weight on the roof D Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed...
Page 188 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ..........Front seats .
Page 189: Occupant Restraint Systems
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SEATS FRONT SEATS While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should Front seat precautions have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and properly wear the seat belts provided. Driver seat CAUTION CAUTION D Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, properly seated.
Page 190 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Front passenger seat D Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 250 mm (10 in.) distance, even with the driver seat all the way CAUTION forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat.
Page 191 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Front seats (with SRS side airbags) Seat adjustment precautions CAUTION CAUTION The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front D Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as passenger seats. Observe the following precautions. the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the D Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 192 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Seat position control, seat cushion angle and Adjusting front seats height control switch Seatback angle control switch Lumbar support control switch...
Page 193 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting seat position Adjusting seatback angle Move the control switch in the desired direction. Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat in that position. Do not Releasing the switch will stop the seatback in that position. place anything under the seat, as this might interfere with the seat movement.
Page 194 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting seat cushion angle and height CAUTION Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt.
Page 195 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting lumbar support Flattening seatbacks Push the control switch on either side. Before flattening seatbacks, slide the rear seats as far back as possible. The amount of lumbar support will change while the switch is pushed. Push the seat position control switch forward to move the seat forward.
Page 196 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Move the seatback angle control switch backward to Push the seat position control switch downward. flatten the seatback. After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to replace the head restraint. CAUTION D Do not allow passengers to ride on the flattened seat while driving;...
Page 197: Rear Seats
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS REAR SEATS CAUTION Sliding and reclining rear seats Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in frontal or rear collision when the passengers are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt.
Page 198 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Folding down rear seatbacks " Seat belt hanger For the outer seat belts, use the seat belt hangers to " Before folding down rear seatbacks prevent the belts from being tangled. Stow the rear seat belt buckles as shown above. NOTICE The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you fold down the rear seatbacks.
Page 199 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Folding down rear seatbacks " Folding down rear center seatback Lower the head restraints, unlock the seatbacks by pulling You can fold down only the rear center seatback. the seatback lock release lever and fold them down until To fold down the center seatback, lower the center head they lock.
Page 200: Armrests
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ARMRESTS CAUTION D When folding down the rear seatback, be careful not to get hands or feet pinched between the rear console box and the rear seat. D When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the following precautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sudden stop: Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback.
Page 201: Head Restraints
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS HEAD RESTRAINTS CAUTION For your safety and comfort, adjust the head restraint D Adjust the center of the head restraint so that it is before driving. closest to the top of your ears. D After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is Front seats locked in position.
Page 202 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Rear seats CAUTION D Adjust the center of the head restraint so that it is closest to the top of your ears. D After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is locked in position. D Do not drive with the head restraints removed. To raise the head restraint, pull it up.
Page 203: Seat Belts
Seat belt precautions death or serious injury to the child. Lexus strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the Do not allow any children to stand up or kneel on either rear or vehicle be properly restrained at all times with the seat belts front seats.
Page 204 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, CAUTION use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive cleaners, or allow them Persons should ride in their seats properly wearing to come into contact with the belt —...
Page 205 The seat belt length automatically adjusts to your size and the seat position. immediately contact your Lexus dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
Page 206 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION D Both high−positioned lap belts and loose−fitting belts could cause serious injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible. D Do not place the shoulder belt under your arm.
Page 207 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision.
Page 208 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Seat belt comfort guides To release the belt, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract. The outboard shoulder belt comfort guides for the rear If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for seat outboard positions will provide added seat belt kinks or twists.
Page 209 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Seat belt comfort guides are stored in the both pockets on the INSTALLING THE COMFORT GUIDE sides of the rear seatback. 1. Pull the comfort guide from the pocket.
Page 210 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. Pinch the two edges of the shoulder belt for the rear 3. Buckle, position and release the seat belt. (For wearing seat outboard position with your fingers and slide the belt the seat belt, see page 178.) past the slot of the guide as shown above.
Page 211 Lexus dealer free of charge. Please contact your local Lexus dealer so that the dealer can order the proper required length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for proper measurement and selection of length.
Page 212 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION When using the seat belt extender, observe the following precautions. Failure to follow these instructions could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of an accident, increasing the chance of personal injury. D Remember that the extender provided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, for another person, or at a different seating position than...
Page 213 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Make sure the “AIRBAG ON” indicator light is illuminated when using the seat belt extender for the front passenger seat. If the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle, then reconnect the seat belt.
Page 214 D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Lexus dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
Page 215 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS The front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner will not activate if no passenger is detected in the front passenger seat by the front passenger occupant classification system. However, the front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner may activate if luggage is put on the seat, or the seat belt is buckled up regardless of the presence of an occupant in the seat.
Page 216 Failure to follow these instruction may prevent the seat belt pretensioners from activating correctly, cause sudden operation of the system or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury. Consult your Lexus dealer about any repairs and modifications.
Page 217 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the front seat belt pretensioners in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or CD player...
Page 218 D The front seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible: area has been damaged. D The front seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding area has been damaged.
Page 219: Srs Driver Airbags And Front Passenger Airbag
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS In response to a severe frontal impact, the SRS front airbags SRS DRIVER AIRBAGS AND FRONT work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by PASSENGER AIRBAG inflating. The SRS front airbags deploy when receiving the severe frontal impact that may cause serious injuries to the driver and front passenger.
Page 220 Lexus strongly and front passenger seat belt systems. The driver recommends that all infants and children be placed and front passenger can be killed or seriously injured in the rear seat of the vehicle and properly restrained.
Page 221 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the vehicle is very close to the designed threshold level, the SRS front airbags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate together. Always wear your seat belts properly. "...
Page 222 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
Page 223 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Airbag module for front passenger The airbag sensors constantly monitor the forward deceleration of the vehicle. If an impact results in a forward (airbag and inflator) deceleration beyond the designed threshold level, the system Front passenger occupant classification system triggers the airbag inflators.
Page 224 Lexus strongly recommends that: of a deploying airbag can cause more serious injuries, D The driver sit as far back as possible from the especially if an occupant’s hands, arms, chest or head are in...
Page 225 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean over the D Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and dashboard when the vehicle is in use, since the front children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and passenger airbag could inflate with considerable be properly restrained.
Page 226 Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Lexus dealer about any D Do not put anything or any part of your body or install repair and modification.
Page 227 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS front airbag system in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or CD player...
Page 228 (For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 86.) If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Page 229 NOTICE Do not disconnect the cables of the auxiliary battery before contacting your Lexus dealer. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible: D The SRS front airbags have been inflated. D The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS front airbags to inflate.
Page 230: Srs Side Airbags And Curtain Shield Airbags
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SRS SIDE AIRBAGS AND CURTAIN The SRS side airbag on the passenger seat will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. SHIELD AIRBAGS However, the side airbag on the passenger seat may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, or the seat belt is buckled up regardless of the presence of the occupant in the seat.
Page 231 Lexus strongly primary protection of the driver, front passenger and recommends that all infants and children be placed rear outboard passenger seat belt systems.
Page 232 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " " Collision from the side to the vehicle body other Collision from the front than the passenger compartment Collision from the rear Collision from the side at an angle Vehicle rollover The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system may The SRS side airbags are not generally designed to inflate not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from if the vehicle is involved in a front or rear collision, if it rolls...
Page 233 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " " The angle of vehicle tip−up is marginal Collision from the front Skidding vehicle hitting a curb stone Collision from the rear Pitching end over end The SRS curtain shield airbags may inflate if the angle of vehicle tip−up is marginal or if the skidding vehicle’s tires The SRS curtain shield airbags are not designed to inflate hit a curb stone laterally as shown in the illustration.
Page 234 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS side and curtain shield airbags may inflate if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
Page 235 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Curtain shield airbag modules (airbag and inflater) When the airbags inflate, they produce a fairly loud noise and release some smoke and residue along with non−toxic gas. Side airbag modules (airbag and inflator) This does not indicate a fire. This smoke may remain inside the Front passenger occupant classification system vehicle for some time, and may cause some minor irritation to (ECU and sensors)
Page 236 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not allow anyone to lean against the door when D Do not get allow anyone to get his/her head closer to the vehicle is in use, since the side airbag and curtain the area where the side airbag and curtain shield shield airbag could inflate with considerable speed airbag inflate, since these airbags could inflate with and force.
Page 237 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not allow anyone to get his/her head or hands out D Do not attach a cupholder or any other device or of windows, since the curtain shield airbags could object on or around the door. When the side airbag inflate with considerable...
Page 238 Consult your Lexus dealer about any airbag may not activate correctly, resulting in death repair and modification.
Page 239 D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Lexus dealer about any two−way radio, cassette tape player or CD player repair and modification.
Page 240 (For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 86 for instructions.) If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Page 241 NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Lexus dealer. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible: D Any of the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags have been inflated.
Page 242: Front Passenger Occupant Classification System
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions 1 — 4 in the table shown below, and based on these conditions activates or deactivates the following systems.
Page 243 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS The “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light will be illuminated The “AIRBAG OFF” and “AIRBAG ON” indicator lights will when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and a child be initially illuminated when the ignition switch is turned restraint system is in the front passenger seat (see to the “ON”...
Page 244 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS The SRS warning light and “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light will be illuminated if there is a malfunction in the front passenger occupant classification system.
Page 245 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices “AIRBAG Condition detected Front Curtain ON” and Side airbag Front by the front passenger’s Front shield airbag “AIRBAG on the front passenger’s passenger occupant seat belt passenger in the front...
Page 246 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not apply a heavy load to the front passenger seat CAUTION or equipment (e.g. seatback pocket). To avoid potential death or serious injury when the front D Do not put weight on the front passenger seat by passenger occupant classification system does not putting your hands or feet on the front passenger detect the conditions correctly, observe the following.
Page 247 D Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Otherwise, the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction of the detection system. In this case, contact your Lexus dealer immediately. D Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat...
Page 248: Child Restraint
D For effective protection in automobile accidents and Child restraint precautions sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, Lexus strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for using a seat belt or child restraint system depending children small enough to use them.
Page 249 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Child restraint system D On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or A child restraint system for a small child or baby must any part of his/her body against the door or the area itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from portion of the lap/shoulder belt.
Page 250 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Types of child restraint system (A) Infant seat Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer.
Page 251 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION WITH 3−POINT TYPE SEAT BELT (C) Booster seat (A) Infant seat installation An infant seat must be used in rear−facing position only.
Page 252 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D If the driver’s seat position does not allow sufficient CAUTION space for safe installation, install the child restraint D Never install a rear−facing child restraint system on system on the rear right seat. Child restraint system installed on the rear seat should not contact the front the front passenger seat even if the “AIRBAG OFF”...
Page 253 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Same position Same angle 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the D When installing a child restraint system in the rear belt.
Page 254 D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode.
Page 255 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it CAUTION will go to hold the infant seat securely. Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 256 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (B) Convertible seat installation 4. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move A convertible seat must be used in forward−facing or freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child rear−facing position depending on the age and size of the passenger.
Page 257 “ON” position, then the SRS front passenger airbag and side airbag on the passenger side may deploy in an accident. Do not drive the vehicle in this condition. Remove the child restraint system and contact your Lexus dealer.
Page 258 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Move seat fully back D Never install a rear−facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat even if the “AIRBAG OFF” D A forward−facing child restraint system should be indicator light is illuminated. In the event of an allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat accident the force of the rapid inflation of the front only when it is unavoidable.
Page 259 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar, or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 260 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Same position Same angle 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not D When installing a child restraint system in the rear to twist the belt.
Page 261 D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode.
Page 262 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it CAUTION will go to hold the convertible seat securely. Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 263 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (C) Booster seat installation 4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will A booster seat must be used in forward−facing position move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older only.
Page 264 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 265 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Same position Same angle 1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and child following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into D When installing a child restraint system in the rear the buckle taking care not to twist the belt.
Page 266 Otherwise, the child may be killed Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. Do not or seriously injured in case of sudden braking or a install the child restraint system on the seat until the collision.
Page 267 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Using a top strap 2. To remove the booster seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract. Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap.
Page 268 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Anchor brackets Symbol mark 1. Remove the head restraint. Use the anchor brackets on the back of the rear seatback to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position. This symbol mark indicates the location of the anchor brackets. 2.
Page 269 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child restraint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 3. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt. 4.
Page 270 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 5. Replace the head restraint and lift it up to the uppermost lock position. Be sure to close the cover when the anchor bracket is not in Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems use.
Page 271 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Child restraint system complying with the FMVSS213 or CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION CMVSS213 specification can be fixed to these anchorages. In this case, it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the vehicle. "...
Page 272 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Canada only Canada only " Type A " Type B...
Page 273 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be slightly and confirm the position of the lower anchorages anchored. (For the installation of the top strap, see “Using a near the button on the seatback.
Page 274: Driving Position Memory System
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS DRIVING POSITION MEMORY D After securing the child restraint system, never slide or recline the seat. SYSTEM D Do not install a child restraint system on the rear seat A microcomputer will memorize the position of the driver’s if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seat, and the positions of the tilt and telescopic steering, and seats.
Page 275 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Setting the driving position To make only slight changes to an already memorized position, the easiest way is to first activate the memorized position, then make the desired changes and perform step 2 above. Recalling the memorized position 1.
Page 276 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Conditions for memorized position activation CAUTION D Ignition key “ON” and selector lever in “P” position. D Do not start the vehicle while the adjustments are All parts of the memorized positions can be activated. being made. D Key not in ignition switch and within 30 seconds of opening D Take care not to select the wrong button, or the seat driver’s door.
Page 277 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS...
Page 278 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and mirrors Steering wheel (tilt type) ........Steering wheel (tilt and telescopic type) .
Page 279: Steering Wheel And Mirrors
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS STEERING WHEEL (tilt type) CAUTION D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position.
Page 280: Steering Wheel (Tilt And Telescopic Type)
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS STEERING WHEEL Adjustment of telescopic steering column (tilt and telescopic type) Adjustment of steering wheel tilt To adjust the steering column length, push the control switch forward or backward to set the steering wheel to the desired position. To adjust the tilt of the steering wheel, push the control CAUTION switch upward or downward to set it to the desired...
Page 281: Outside Rear View Mirrors
* This feature can be deactivated. When you push the rear window and outside rear view mirror Ask your Lexus dealer for details. defogger switch, the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will quickly clear the mirror surface. (See “Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger, and windshield wiper de−icer switch”...
Page 282 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Power rear view mirror control CAUTION D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur, resulting in death or serious injuries. D Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch is on.
Page 283 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Vehicles with driving position memory system — Folding rear view mirrors When the automatic transmission selector lever is shifted into “R” position with the master switch in the “L” or “R” position, the rear view mirrors automatically down to help backing up.
Page 284: Inside Rear View Mirror
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR When the inside rear view mirror surface changes, the outside rear view mirror surfaces will also become darker. When the ignition is turned on, the inside rear view mirror always turns on in the AUTO mode. When the outside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken in response to the detection of headlights.
Page 285 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Compass To ensure correct functioning of anti−glare mirror sensors located on both sides of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensors with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc. The compass indicates the direction in which the vehicle is heading.
Page 286 D The ignition switch is turned off immediately after turning. For obtaining additional precision or for complete calibrating, see “Calibrating the compass” below. D The vehicle is on an inclined surface. If the direction is not indicated or the system does not operate properly, contact your Lexus dealer.
Page 287 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Calibrating the compass (deviation calibration) The direction display on the compass deviates from the true direction determined by the earth’s magnetic field. The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle. To adjust this deviation, stop the vehicle, then push and hold the “COMP”...
Page 288 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Leaving the system after the calibration for several seconds, Samoa: 5 Guam: Saipan: the direction will appear on the display. It shows the zone number is set. CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
Page 289 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Calibrating the compass (circling calibration) Drive the vehicle slowly (at 8 km/h [5 mph] or lower) in a circle until the direction is displayed. If there is not enough space to To rectify the compass, stop the vehicle and push and hold the drive in a circle, drive around the block until the direction is “COMP”...
Page 290: Vanity Mirrors
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased VANITY MIRRORS your Lexus. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, replaced or disconnected. D Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by...
Page 291 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS...
Page 292: Section 2 - Air Conditioning And Audio
SECTION – AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO Air conditioning Automatic air conditioning controls ......For vehicles equipped with Navigation System, please refer to the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Page 293 AIR CONDITIONING AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS " You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Brightness control” on page 114 for details.
Page 294 AIR CONDITIONING Driver side temperature display (in degrees The automatic air conditioning automatically maintains the set temperature. Fahrenheit or Centigrade) In the automatic operation mode, the air conditioning selects Air flow display the most suitable fan speed, air flow, air intake and on−off the Fan speed display air conditioning according to the temperature.
Page 295 AIR CONDITIONING " Air flow selection...
Page 296 AIR CONDITIONING (a) Climate control When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while operating in automatic mode, the operation corresponding to SETTING OPERATION — automatic control the depressed button is set. Other conditions continue to be adjusted automatically. Push the “OFF”...
Page 297 AIR CONDITIONING To heat or cool the cabin quickly — “LO” appears when you hold the “ ” side until the lowest temperature is reached, and “HI” appears when you hold the “ ” side until the highest temperature is reached. “TEMP”...
Page 298 AIR CONDITIONING D The “Floor/Windshield” air flow mode may be applied INFORMATION automatically, if the outside temperature is below 0_C (32_F). Operating the automatic air conditioning — D This automatic control has additional functions as The “Floor/Windshield” air flow mode turning on the defogging and defrosting function in order to clean described below, when the “AUTO”...
Page 299 AIR CONDITIONING SETTING OPERATION — manual control Operating the two−temperature selector — When one of the manual control buttons is depressed The air conditioning system has two independent while operating in automatic mode, the operation temperature selectors: left and right (for the use of corresponding to the depressed button is set.
Page 300 AIR CONDITIONING Floor — Air flows mainly from the floor vents and rear To control the fan speed manually — vents. Floor/windshield — Air flows mainly from the floor vents, windshield vents and rear vents. To take in fresh outside air, select the OUTSIDE AIR mode by pushing the air intake control button.
Page 301 AIR CONDITIONING To switch air intake mode manually — To prevent the windshield fogging, the air intake mode may change automatically to the OUTSIDE AIR mode depending on the air conditioning system. For example, when the ambient temperature is low, the air intake mode may change automatically to the OUTSIDE AIR mode.
Page 302 “A/C” button is pushed again, have the Push the windshield air flow button. compressor checked by your nearest Lexus dealer. To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield — 1. Push the “TEMP” button to set the maximum temperature.
Page 303 (c) Operating tips the OUTSIDE AIR mode. This clears the front view more D To cool off your Lexus after it has been parked in the hot sun, quickly. It is not possible to return to RECIRCULATED AIR drive with the windows open for a few minutes. After the mode in this position.
Page 304 AIR CONDITIONING D If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in Air conditioning windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air For best results, set controls to: intake be temporarily set to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will close off the outside passage and prevent For automatic operation —...
Page 305 AIR CONDITIONING For manual operation — Ventilation For best results, set controls to: Fan speed — To the desired fan speed Temperature — Towards high temperature to heat; For automatic operation — low temperature to cool Push in the “AUTO” button. Air intake —...
Page 306 AIR CONDITIONING — The outside of the windshield This button automatically changes the air intake mode to select the OUTSIDE AIR mode. This clears the front view more For best results, set controls to: quickly. It is not possible to return to RECIRCULATED AIR For automatic operation —...
Page 307 AIR CONDITIONING (d) Side vents and rear vents If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents and rear vents. The side vents and rear vents may be opened or closed as shown. When outside temperature is cold like a winter season, air flow temperature from the side vents and rear vents may not be warmed up enough for a while until that the engine coolant temperature becomes high enough.
Page 308 If the symptoms of air conditioning efficiency problems occur, The air conditioning filter prevents dust from entering the contact your nearest Lexus dealer to have the filter checked vehicle through the air conditioning vent. and replaced. To maintain the air conditioning efficiency, inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule.
Page 309 AIR CONDITIONING 1. Open the glove box. Remove the 2 pins installed on the 3. Remove the filter from the filter case. upper part of the glove box and lower the glove box. 4. Inspect the filter on the surface. If it is the just moderately dusty, it may be cleaned by blowing compressed air from the reverse surface.
Page 310 AIR CONDITIONING INFORMATION The air conditioning filter should be installed properly in position. The use of air conditioning with the filter removed cause deteriorated dustproof performance then affect conditioning performance.
Page 311 AIR CONDITIONING...
Page 312 SECTION – AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO Audio Audio system (with single−CD player) ..... . Audio system (with six−CD changer) ..... . . Audio remote controls .
Page 313: Audio
AUDIO AUDIO SYSTEM (with single−CD player) Quick reference for your audio system " You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page 117 for details.
Page 314 AUDIO Radio mode: Scan tuning Traffic announcement (See page 295 for details.) (See page 297 for details.) CD mode: Scan selection Program type (See page 303 for details.) (See page 296 for details.) Ejecting a CD TUNE/AUDIO CONTROL knob (See page 301 for details.) (See page 291 for details.) CD slot Radio mode:...
Page 315 AUDIO (a) Turning the system on and off Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system. Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the “ACC”...
Page 316 AUDIO Push the “MUTE” button to decrease the volume Push the “AM”, “FM”, “TAPE” or “DISC” button to turn on momentarily. that mode. The selected mode turns on directly. To return to its original volume, push the same button again. Push these buttons if you want to switch from one mode to another.
Page 317 AUDIO Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system — The “DISC” button may also be used to operate a DVD player when a disc is loaded in the DVD player. Pressing the “DISC” button changes between the CD player and DVD player. When the DVD player is in operation, “AUX”...
Page 318 AUDIO Adjusting the sound balance and selecting the listening seat position is also important for good an audio sound. Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the sound balance or listening seat position will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another.
Page 319 While the Automatic installation of the window tint, consult with your Sound Levelizer is on, “ASL” appears on the display. Lexus dealer. Push the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob until the desired mode. (d) Your cassette player Turn the knob to suit your preference.
Page 320 AUDIO (e) Your CD player Radio operation When you insert a CD, gently push it in with the label face up. (a) Listening to the radio The CD player will play from track 1 through to the end of the CD.
Page 321 AUDIO (b) Presetting a station Turn this knob to the right to step up the frequency or to the left to step down. 1. Tune in the desired station. Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a 2. Push one of the station selector buttons (1 — 6) and stereo broadcast is received.
Page 322 AUDIO (c) Selecting a station Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods. To scan all the frequencies: Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will find the next station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again.
Page 323 AUDIO (d) RDS (Radio Data System) Each time you pushy the “ ” or “ ” button, the program type changes as in the following: TYPE (Program type): D ROCK D EASY LIS (Easy listening) D CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and jazz) D R&B (Rhythm and Blues) D INFORM (Information) D RELIGION...
Page 324 AUDIO TRAF (Traffic) function: A station that regularly Radio text message: broadcasts traffic information is automatically located. When you push the “TRAF” button, “TRAF SEEK” appear on the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program station. If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO” appears on the display for a few seconds and the display returns to the previous mode.
Page 325 AUDIO When the system can show the station name, “RDS” appears Cassette tape player operation on the display. Each time you push the “TEXT” button, (a) Playing a cassette tape indication on the display changes form the band to the station name, a radio text in this order.
Page 326 AUDIO (b) Manual program selection If a cassette is already in the slot, push the “TAPE” button. A " Dolbyr Noise Reduction* feature: If you are listening to a “Program” button: Push the “ ” button to select the tape that was recorded with Dolbyr Noise Reduction*, push other side of a cassette tape.
Page 327 AUDIO (c) Automatic program selection “Automatic program selection” button: The automatic program selection feature allows you to program your cassette “RPT” button: The repeat feature automatically replays the player to skip forward or backward to locate the song you want current program.
Page 328 AUDIO ” side to skip backward. Push the Push this button on the “ CD player operation button until “REW” and the number you want to skip appear on (a) Inserting or ejecting a CD the display. The ignition switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. D If you set “REW 1”, the player will rewind to the beginning of the current program.
Page 329 AUDIO (b) Playing a CD D Ejecting a CD: Push the “ ” (eject) button for the CD. Push the “DISC” button if the CD is already loaded in the player. “CD” appears on the display. The CD set in the player is played continuously. The track number and the time from the beginning of the program appear on the display.
Page 330 AUDIO (c) Searching for a desired track (d) Selecting a desired track Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “SCAN” will appear on the “TRACK” button: Use for direct access to a desired track. display. The CD player will play the next track for 10 seconds, Push either side of the “TRACK”...
Page 331 AUDIO (e) Repeating a track (f) Random playing “RPT” button: The repeat feature automatically replays the “RAND” button: Use for listening to the tracks on a CD in current program. random order. Push the “RPT” button briefly while the track is playing. Push the “RAND”...
Page 332 If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your or music title is longer than 12 letters, hold down the button until Lexus dealer. you hear a beep. The letters after the 12th one are shown. However, 24 letters at maximum can be shown on the display.
Page 333: Audio System (With Six−Cd Changer)
AUDIO AUDIO SYSTEM (with six−CD changer) Quick reference for your audio system " You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page 117 for details. If a Mark Levinson brand audio system is installed, the “Mark Levinson” logo is shown on the panel.
Page 334 AUDIO Radio mode: Scan tuning CD load button (See page 315 for details.) (See page 321 for details.) Stopping and ejecting a CD Traffic announcement (See page 321 for details.) (See page 316 for details.) CD mode: Scan selection Program type (See page 324 for details.) (See page 315 for details.) CD slot...
Page 335 AUDIO (a) Turning the system on and off Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system. Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the “ACC”...
Page 336 AUDIO With rear seat entertainment system — You can play a DVD or CD by pushing the “DISC” button when a disc is loaded in the DVD player. Each time you push the “DISC” button, you change between “CD” mode on the front audio system and the DVD player.
Page 337 AUDIO In the “TAPE” or “CD” mode, the applicable functions are Each time you push the “AUDIO CONTROL” knob, the shown in the lowest part of the display. Push the switch mode changes as in the following. just below to turn on each function. POS: Select one of the following listening seat positions.
Page 338 For the installation of the window tint, consult with your Detachable antenna: To remove an detachable antenna, Lexus dealer. carefully turn it counterclockwise. (d) Your cassette player NOTICE When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should face to the right.
Page 339 AUDIO (e) Your CD player with changer NOTICE D Do not stack up two CDs for insertion, or it will cause damage to the CD changer. Insert only one CD into slot at a time. D Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the CD player.
Page 340 AUDIO Radio operation (a) Listening to the radio Turn this knob to the right to step up the frequency or to the left to step down. Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a Push these buttons to choose either an AM or FM station. stereo broadcast is received.
Page 341 AUDIO (b) Presetting a station (c) Selecting a station Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods. 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Push one of the station selector buttons (1 — 6) and Seek tuning: Push the “SEEK” button. The radio will begin hold it until a beep is heard.
Page 342 AUDIO (d) RDS (Radio Data System) TYPE (Program type): To scan all the frequencies: Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will find the next station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again.
Page 343 AUDIO Each time you pushy the “ ” or “ ” button, the program type TRAF (Traffic) function: A station that regularly changes as in the following: broadcasts traffic information is automatically located. D ROCK When you push the “TRAF” button, “TRAF SEEK” appear on the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program D EASY LIS (Easy listening) station.
Page 344 AUDIO Radio text message: When the system can show the station name, “RDS” appears on the display. Each time you push the “TEXT” button, indication on the display changes form the band to the station name, a radio text in this order. After 6 seconds passes, indication returns to the band.
Page 345 AUDIO Cassette tape player operation (a) Playing a cassette tape If a cassette is already in the slot, push the “TAPE” button. Dolbyr Noise Reduction* feature: If you are listening to a tape that was recorded with Dolbyr Noise Reduction*, push When you insert a cassette tape, the exposed tape should the “...
Page 346 AUDIO (b) Manual program selection (c) Automatic program selection A " “Program” button: Push the “ ” button to select the “RPT” button: The repeat feature automatically replays the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which side current program.
Page 347 AUDIO ” side to skip backward. Push the Push this button on the “ button until “REW” and the number you want to skip appear on the display. D If you set “REW 1”, the player will rewind to the beginning of the current program.
Page 348 AUDIO CD player operation 2. Insert only one CD while the CD door is open. You can set a CD at the lowest empty CD number. (a) Inserting or ejecting CDs After insertion, the set CD is automatically loaded. The ignition switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. If the label faces down, the CD cannot be played.
Page 349 AUDIO NOTICE Do not insert one CD stacked on top of another one or feed them in continuously, to prevent CDs from getting stuck in the player. D Ejecting a single CD alone: 1. Push the “ ” or “ ”...
Page 350 AUDIO (b) Playing a CD (c) Selecting a desired CD Push the “DISC” button if the CDs are already loaded in Searching for a desired CD: the player. Push the “ ” or “ ” button to select the CD number. “CD”...
Page 351 AUDIO (d) Searching for a desired track or CD Searching for a desired CD: Push the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. With “ ” on the display, the program at the beginning of each CD will be played for 10 seconds. To continue listening to the program of your choice, push the button a second time.
Page 352 AUDIO (e) Selecting a desired track (f) Repeating a track or a CD “TRACK” button: Use for direct access to a desired track. “RPT” button: There are 2 repeat features — you can either replay a CD track or a whole CD. Push either side of the “TRACK”...
Page 353 AUDIO (g) Random playing Random playing for all the tracks in the automatic changer: Push the “RAND” button and hold it until you hear a beep. “ ” will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the CDs in the changer in random order.
Page 354 AUDIO (h) CD text When you push this button until you hear a beep or play no operation for about 6 seconds with the letters after the 13th one on the display, the display returns and shows the first 12 letters. Even if the CD title or music title is longer than 24 letters, the display can show up to 24 letters.
Page 355: Audio Remote Controls
If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your “MODE” switch: Use this switch to turn on or off the audio Lexus dealer. system, or change the audio mode. D To turn on the system, push the switch briefly. To turn off the system, push and hold the switch until you hear a beep.
Page 356 AUDIO (c) When the “CD” mode is selected “− +” switches: Use these switches to adjust the volume. “ ” or “ ” switch: Use this switch to select a desired track. To increase the volume, push the “+”. To decrease the volume, push the “–”.
Page 357: Rear Seat Entertainment System
AUDIO " Front audio system REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT Headphone volume control dial SYSTEM Headphone input jack DVD player Rear seat entertainment system display Rear seat entertainment system remote control Input terminal adapter Power outlet and power outlet main switch (see “Power outlets —...
Page 358 AUDIO Display To close, push up the display until you hear a click. To use the display, push the lock release button and lower the display until you hear a click. You can adjust the display to your desired angle.
Page 359 AUDIO The illumination of the screen is automatically turned off when Rear seat entertainment system remote the display is closed. However, the rear seat entertainment control system is not turned off. The rear seat entertainment system can be operated with the rear seat entertainment system remote control and the CAUTION switches on the DVD player.
Page 360 AUDIO (a) Before using the remote control (for new vehicle owners) 2. Remove the insulating sheet. The batteries are already set in the remote control with an insulating sheet, which prevents the batteries from being discharged. Before using the remote control, remove the insulating sheet according to the following procedure.
Page 361 AUDIO (b) Using the remote control CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop while driving, stow the remote control in the console box or front seatback pocket when it is not in use.
Page 362 AUDIO (c) Locating the remote control NOTICE Observe the followings, otherwise the remote control may be damaged. D Do not drop or strongly knock the remote control against hard objects. D Do not sit on or place heavy objects on the remote control.
Page 363 AUDIO Quick reference for your remote control FCC Information Caution: changes modifications construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Label Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference...
Page 364 AUDIO " Without navigation system...
Page 365 AUDIO “DVD” button: Turn on the DVD mode. “SET UP” button: Indicate the initial set up screen when the DVD player is operated. “SOURCE” button: Turn on the rear seat entertainment system and selects the mode. “ANGLE” button: Select the angle of the screen when the DVD player is operated.
Page 366 AUDIO “TUNE/TRACK” switch: Use this switch to tune or seek Buttons on the DVD player unit (radio mode), fast forward or rewind (“TAPE” mode), select a desired track (“CD” mode) or select a desired chapter/track (“DVD” mode). Radio mode: Use this switch to tune or seek. D To tune, repeatedly push this switch briefly until your desired station is found.
Page 367 AUDIO “CURSOR (REMOTE)” switch: Use this switch to CD or DVD mode: Use this switch to fast forward/rewind a disc or select a desired track (“CD” mode)/chapter·track (“DVD” display the DVD control switches or to locate the remote mode). control when you lose sight of the remote control. D To select a desired track (“CD”...
Page 368 With some wireless headphone generally available in the sound, the audio sound fades out and then fades in. market, it may be difficult to catch sound properly. Lexus The rear seat entertainment system is designed for the rear recommends the use of Lexus genuine wireless headphone.
Page 369 AUDIO Turning the system on and off CAUTION D Do not drive with using the headphone. Otherwise, you may be hard to hear the sound from the outside while using the headphone and may cause an accident. D With DVD player: Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at a low volume to emphasize the impact of sound effects.
Page 370 AUDIO " On the remote control buttons (with navigation system) On the remote control buttons (without navigation system) On the DVD player unit To turn on the system, push the “SOURCE” button. The screen indicates which mode can be selected. Push the “DVD”...
Page 371 AUDIO Front audio system operation Selecting the mode All the modes of the front audio system can be operated on the rear seat entertainment system. When the same mode is selected on the front and rear audio systems simultaneously, the system can be operated on the front audio system.
Page 372 AUDIO " Screen switch On the remote control Radio operation On the DVD player unit (a) Listening to the radio Use the joy stick to select the mode. Push the “ENT” button to enter the mode. The mode display which is selected by the joy stick is colored blue.
Page 373 AUDIO Using joy stick and the “ENT” button to select either AM or FM (b) Selecting a station mode. Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods. “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” appears on the screen. If the front audio system receives a traffic announcement (TA) while the rear seat audio system is in the radio mode, “TRAF”...
Page 374 AUDIO ” or “ ” Manual tuning: Quickly push and release the “ Cassette tape player operation (TUNE/TRACK) button. Each time you push the button, the (a) Playing a cassette tape radio will step up or down to another frequency. If you push and hold the button, and the radio will go into the seek mode.
Page 375 AUDIO (b) Manual program selection " On the remote control On the DVD player unit " On the remote control “Rewind” button: Push the “ ” (TUNE/TRACK) button to On the DVD player unit rewind a tape. “REW” appears on the display. “Program”...
Page 376 AUDIO ” (TUNE/TRACK) button to skip backward. Push (c) Automatic program selection Push the “ the button until “REW” and the number you want to skip appear on the display. D If you set “REW 1”, the player will rewind to the beginning of the current program.
Page 377 AUDIO CD player operation (b) Selecting a desired CD (a) Playing a CD " On the remote control On the DVD player unit Using joy stick and the “ENT” button to select the CD mode. Searching for a desired CD: Push the “ ”...
Page 378 " On the remote control D Replace only with the same or equivalent type of On the DVD player unit batteries recommended by a Lexus dealer. To select a desired track: Push the “ ” or “ ” D Dispose of used batteries according to local (TUNE/TRACK) button until the number of the track you want regulations.
Page 379 1. Remove the cover of the remote control. After replacing the batteries, check that the remote control operates properly. If the remote control still does not operate properly, contact your Lexus dealer. 2. Remove the discharged batteries and put in new batteries. Install the cover.
Page 380 AUDIO DVD player operation (a) Inserting the disc The DVD player can play audio CDs, DVD video discs, CD texts, dts−CDs, DVD audio discs and video CDs. For appropriate discs for this player, see “Audio/video system operating hints” on page 395. The DVD player works when the ignition key is in the “ACC”...
Page 381 AUDIO 8 cm (3 in.) CD singles Your player does not need an adaptor to play CD singles. CD singles are about 8 cm (3 in.) in diameter−smaller than standard discs. NOTICE Do not use an adaptor for CD singles — it could cause tracking errors or interfere with the ejection of CDs.
Page 382 AUDIO (c) Selecting the DVD mode (b) Ejecting the disc " On the remote control Push the “ ” (eject) button. Mode selection screen To select the DVD mode, push the “DVD” button on the remote control. You can also select the DVD mode on the mode selection screen mentioned above.
Page 383 AUDIO (d) DVD player operation switches The “DVD Hint!” screen appears when the DVD mode is first selected after you turn the ignition key to the “ACC” The DVD player can be operated with the remote control or “ON” position. buttons directly.
Page 384 AUDIO (e) Turning the operation switches on and off " On the remote control On the DVD player unit " On the remote control The player can also be operated with the switches on the On the DVD player unit screen.
Page 385 AUDIO " Page 1 (DVD video operation switch) Page 2 (DVD video operation switch) Page 1 (DVD audio operation switch) Page 2 (DVD audio operation switch) Page 1 (video CD) Page 2 (video CD)
Page 386 AUDIO There are operation switches on the “Page 1” and “Page 2” screens. To change the screen, push the “Page 1” or “Page 2” switch on the screen. If “ ” appears on the screen when you select a switch, it indicates that the switch cannot work.
Page 387 AUDIO " Screen switch On the remote control On the DVD player unit To turn off the switches on the screen, push the “CURSOR” button once again or push the “Hide Buttons” on the screen.
Page 388 AUDIO DVD video/DVD audio player operation CAUTION NOTE: The playback condition of some DVD discs may be Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at a determined by a DVD software producer. This DVD player low volume to emphasize the impact of sound effects. plays a disc as the software producer intended.
Page 389 AUDIO " For DVD video For DVD audio (a) Turning the menu screen for the disc on or off Remote control DVD video: To turn on the menu screen for the disc, push the “Top Menu” or “Menu” switch on the screen, or the “MENU”...
Page 390 AUDIO (b) Operating “ ”, “"”, “AA” “""” switches/buttons " Selecting switch on screen Selecting switch off screen To select the menu for the disc, push the “ ”, “ ”, “ ” or “ ” switches on the screen. Push the “Enter” switch to select the menu for the disc.
Page 391 AUDIO " For DVD video For DVD audio (c) Skipping to the predetermined screen Remote control “ ” switch/button: Push this switch/button to pause the disc. “"” switch/button: Push this switch/button to cancel the pause and return to normal playing. “AA”...
Page 392 AUDIO To skip to the predetermined screen, push the “Return” (d) Selecting the title/group switch on the screen or the “RETURN” button on the remote control. The DVD player starts playing from the beginning of the predetermined screen. For further details of the predetermined screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc.
Page 393 AUDIO To display the searching title (DVD video) or group (DVD audio) screen, push the “Search” switch on the screen or the “SEARCH” button on the remote control. " For DVD video For DVD audio DVD video: Select the title number by using the “−”, “+” and “+10”...
Page 394 AUDIO (e) Selecting the bonus group (DVD audio only) (f) Changing the still picture (DVD audio only) Enter the bonus group number on the searching group Push the “Still Prev.” or “Still Next” switch on the screen screen and push the “Enter” switch on the screen. The to forward or reverse the still pictures.
Page 395 AUDIO Push the “Sub Title” switch on the screen or the “SUB (g) Changing the subtitle language TITLE” button on the remote control, and the changing subtitle language screen will appear. Each time you push the “Sub Title” switch, another language stored on the disc is selected.
Page 396 AUDIO (h) Changing audio language Each time you push the “Audio” switch, another language stored on the disc is selected. " Remote control Screen switch The selected audio language will appear on the screen. DVD video only — Push the “Back” switch to return to the previous screen. Push the “Audio”...
Page 397 AUDIO (i) Changing audio format Each time you touch “Audio” switch, another audio format stored on the disc is selected. " Remote control Screen switch Push the “Back” switch to return to the previous screen. DVD audio only — Push the “Audio” switch on the screen or the “AUDIO” button on the remote control and the changing audio format screen will appear.
Page 398 AUDIO Push the “Angle” switch on the screen or the “ANGLE” (j) Changing angle screen button on the remote control, and the changing angle screen will appear. The angle can be selected for discs that are multi−angle compatible when the “ ”...
Page 399 AUDIO Push the “Set Up” switch on the screen or the “SET UP” (k) Changing the initial setting button on the remote control, and the initial setting screen will appear. You can change the initial setting. After the setting is done, the player plays from the beginning of the chapter or the track.
Page 400 AUDIO (l) Changing the audio language To enter the code of the language you want to hear, push the number of the language code. For details about the language Push the “Audio Language” switch on the “Setup Menu 1” codes, see the language code list. If you enter a wrong screen and the “Select Audio Language”...
Page 401 AUDIO (m) Changing the subtitle language To enter the code of the language you want to read, push the number of the language code. For details about the language Push the “Subtitle Language” switch on the “Setup Menu codes, see the language code list. If you enter a wrong 1”...
Page 402 AUDIO (n) Changing the DVD language To enter the code of the language you want to read, push the number of the language code. For details about the language Push the “DVD Language” switch on the “Setup Menu 1” codes, see the language code list. If you enter a wrong screen and “Select DVD Language”...
Page 403 AUDIO (p) Setting level of viewer restrictions (o) Turning the angle mark on or off The angle mark can be turned on for discs that are You can restrict the play back screen by setting the viewer multi−angle compatible. restrictions. You can prevent the restriction with a password.
Page 404 AUDIO Push the number for the password and the “Enter” switch. The Push a parental level (1 — 8). The smaller the level number, “Select Restriction Level” screen will appear. the stricter the age limit. Push the “Back” switch to return to the “Setup Menu 1”...
Page 405 AUDIO (q) Setting the display mode (r) Language code list Code Language 1001 Japanese 0514 English 0618 French 0405 German 0920 Italian 0519 Spanish 2608 Chinese Each time you push the “Display Mode” switch on the 1412 Dutch “Setup Menu 2” screen, the display mode is changed from 1620 Portuguese wide mode to auto mode.
Page 406 AUDIO 0126 Azerbaijani 0625 Frisian 0201 Bashkir 0701 Irish 0205 Byelorussian 0704 Scots−Gaelic 0207 Bulgarian 0712 Galician 0208 Bihari 0714 Guarani 0209 Bislama 0721 Gujarati 0214 Bengali 0801 Hausa 0215 Tibetan 0809 Hindi 0218 Breton 0818 Croatian 0301 Catalan 0821 Hungarian 0315 Corsican...
Page 407 AUDIO 1113 Cambodian 1415 Norwegian 1114 Kannada 1503 Occitan 1119 Kashmiri 1513 (Afan) Oromo 1121 Kurdish 1518 Oriya 1125 Kirghiz 1601 Punjabi 1201 Latin 1612 Polish 1214 Lingala 1619 Pashto, Pushto 1215 Laothian 1721 Quechua 1220 Lithuanian 1813 Rhaeto−Romance 1222 Latvian 1814 Kirundi...
Page 408 AUDIO 1917 Albanian 2209 Vietnamese 1918 Serbian 2215 Volapük 1919 Siswati 2315 Wolof 1920 Sesotho 2408 Xhosa 1921 Sundanese 2515 Yoruba 1923 Swahili 2621 Zulu 2001 Tamil 2005 Telugu 2007 Tajik 2008 Thai 2009 Tigrinya 2011 Turkmen 2012 Tagalog 2014 Setswana 2015 Tonga...
Page 409 AUDIO (t) Using the control screen (s) Selecting the chapter/track " " On the remote control For DVD video For DVD audio On the DVD player unit When playing a disc, push the “DVD” button on the remote control. The control screen will appear on the screen. To select the chapter/track, push the “...
Page 410 If “DVD ERROR” appears on the screen: There is a problem release the switch, the DVD player will resume playing. inside the player. Eject the disc. Set the disc again. If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
Page 411 AUDIO Video CD/audio CD/CD text player operation (a) Selecting the disc menu number (video CD only) Enter the disc menu number by using the “−”, “+” and “+10” switches and push the “Enter” switch. The player starts playing the disc from the entered disc menu number. The entered disc menu number will appear on the screen.
Page 412 AUDIO ”, “"”, “AA” and “""” switches (b) Operating the “ (c) Turning on the disc menu (video CD only) " " Remote control Screen switch Remote control Screen switch Push the “RETURN” button on the remote control or the “...
Page 413 AUDIO (d) Changing menu page or track (video CD only) (e) Changing a multiplex transmission (video CD only) Push the “Prev. Page” or “Next Page” switch while the Push the “Main/Sub” switch to change a multiplex disc menu is displayed. The next or previous page will transmission.
Page 414 AUDIO (f) Changing the initial setting (video CD only) (g) Using the control screen " Remote control Screen switch Push the “SET UP” button on the remote control or the “Set Up” switch on the screen, and the initial setting screen will appear.
Page 415 Eject the disc. Set the disc again. switch while the track is playing. When the track ends, it will If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Lexus automatically replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this dealer.
Page 416 AUDIO Screen adjustment You can adjust the color, contrast, tone and brightness of the screen. Each time you push the “+” or “−” switch, you can adjust the color, contrast, tone and brightness of the screen. “+” or “RED” “−” or “GREEN” Strengthens the Strengthens the Push the “DISPLAY”...
Page 417 AUDIO Selecting the video mode DVD video disc information The audio machine connected to the input terminal (a) DVD player and DVD video discs adapter can be played in the video mode. This DVD player conforms to NTSC color TV formats. DVD video discs conforming to other formats such as PAL or SECAM cannot be used.
Page 418 AUDIO (b) DVD video disc glossary Marks shown on DVD video discs: DVD video discs: Digital Versatile Disc that holds video. DVD video discs have adopted “MPEG2”, one of the world Indicates NTSC format of color TV. standards of digital compression technologies. The picture data is compressed by 1/40 on average and stored.
Page 419 AUDIO Multi−angle feature: You can enjoy the same scene at Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. different angles. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and “ ” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Multi−language feature: You can select the language of the E1992−1997 Dolby Laboratories.
Page 420 AUDIO A/V input adapter NOTICE The rear entertainment system plays videos and sound when Close the cover when the A/V input adapter is not in use. an audio−video equipment is connected to the A/V input Inserting anything other than an appropriate plug may adapter.
Page 421 The maximum volume depends on the type of headphones. With some headphone generally available in the market, it may be difficult to catch sound properly. Lexus recommends the use of Lexus genuine wireless headphone. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Page 422: Audio/Video System Operating Hints
AUDIO AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM OPERATING CAUTION HINTS Adjust the volume when you connect the headphones to the jack. Loud sounds may have a significant impact on the human body. NOTICE To ensure correct audio/video system operation: D Be careful not to spill beverages over the system. D Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or CD into the slot.
Page 423 AUDIO Radio reception Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is Fading and drifting stations — Generally, the effective range a problem with your radio — it is just the normal result of of FM is about 40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you conditions outside the vehicle.
Page 424 AUDIO Use high−quality cassettes. D Low−quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, Fading — AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere − especially at night. These reflected signals can including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and interfere with those received directly from the radio station, constant auto−reversing.
Page 425 AUDIO Caring for your CD player, DVD player and CDs CAUTION D Extremely high temperatures can keep your CD player and DVD player from working. On hot days, use the air CD players and DVD players use an invisible laser beam conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you use the which could cause hazardous radiation exposure if players.
Page 426 AUDIO CD player DVD player Audio CDs DVD video discs DVD audio discs D Use only CDs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your CD player. Copy−protected CDs Video CDs CD−Rs (CD−Recordable) CD−RWs (CD−Re−writable) CD−ROMs SACDs dts−CDs...
Page 427 AUDIO D Use only discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your DVD player. SACDs Copy−protected CDs CD−Rs (CD−Recordable) CD−RWs (CD−Re−writable) CD−ROMs DVD−Rs DVD+Rs DVD−RWs DVD+RWs DVD−ROMs " Special shaped CDs DVD−RAMs " Transparent/translucent CDs...
Page 428 AUDIO NOTICE Do not use special shaped, transparent/translucent, low quality or labeled CDs such as those shown in the illustrations. The use of such CDs may damage the player or changer, or it may be impossible to eject the " Low quality CDs "...
Page 429 AUDIO " Correct " Wrong To clean a CD: Wipe it with a soft, lint−free cloth that has been dampened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center D Handle CDs carefully, especially when you are inserting to the edge of the CD (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, them.
Page 430 SECTION – STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Three−way catalytic converters ......Engine exhaust caution .
Page 431: Three−Way Catalytic Converters
STARTING AND DRIVING THREE−WAY CATALYTIC CAUTION CONVERTERS D Keep people and combustible materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot. D Do not drive, idle or park your vehicle over anything that might burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or rags.
Page 432 D If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls NOTICE frequently, take your vehicle in for a check−up as soon as possible. Remember, your Lexus dealer A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the knows your vehicle and its three−way catalytic three−way catalytic converter may cause it to overheat...
Page 433: Engine Exhaust Caution
STARTING AND DRIVING ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION D To allow proper operation of your vehicle’s ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in front of the windshield clear snow, leaves, other CAUTION obstructions. D If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with D Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
Page 434: Before Starting The Hybrid System
STARTING AND DRIVING BEFORE STARTING THE HYBRID IGNITION SWITCH SYSTEM 1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion height, seat cushion angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4.
Page 435 STARTING AND DRIVING “ACC” — The accessories such as the radio operate, but When starting the hybrid system, the key may seem stuck at the hybrid system is off. the “LOCK” position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while If you leave the key in the “ACC”...
Page 436: Parking Brake
STARTING AND DRIVING PARKING BRAKE CAUTION Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake reminder light is off. To set: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot.
Page 437: How To Start The Hybrid System
STARTING AND DRIVING HOW TO START THE HYBRID Starting the hybrid system SYSTEM Before starting the system, be sure to follow the instructions in “Before starting the hybrid system”. Before starting the hybrid system 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2.
Page 438 When the gasoline engine is started or stopped with the hybrid If the “READY” light does not come on, contact your system on, you may feel a vibration. However, this does not Lexus dealer. indicate any trouble. D When you start the hybrid system at a lower outside...
Page 439: Transmission
STARTING AND DRIVING " The shift position is displayed on the instrument TRANSMISSION cluster. Your transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the P: Parking, hybrid system starting and key removal possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can position only shift out of “P”...
Page 440 STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Normal driving " Brake pedal “D” (Drive) position 2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the " “P” (Park) position selector lever to “D”. 1. Start the hybrid system as instructed in “How to start Always use the “D”...
Page 441 STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Using engine braking When cruise control is being used, the vehicle will not decelerate even if you downshift from “D” to “B”. The cruise control must first be cancelled. For vehicle speed reduction, see page 420 (with cruise control) or pages 431 and 441 (with dynamic laser cruise control).
Page 442 STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Backing up Vehicles with rear view monitor system — When the selector lever is shifted into “R” position with the ignition switch in the “ON” position, rear view monitor system will activate. For instructions, see “Rear view monitor system” on page 442.
Page 443 STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Parking CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. " Brake pedal Parking brake pedal “P” (Park) position 1.
Page 444 STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Good driving practice (f) If you cannot shift the selector lever If you cannot shift the selector lever even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For CAUTION instructions, see “If you cannot shift transmission selector lever”...
Page 445: Electric Power Steering System
D To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, If the “P/S” warning light comes on, take your vehicle to the Lexus dealer as soon as possible. In this case, you do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy may feel the heavy steering wheel maneuvering.
Page 446 STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Turning the system on (b) Setting operation " Each function is described below. To operate the cruise control, push the main switch. This turns the system on. The indicator light in the instrument cluster Setting at a desired speed. shows that you can now set your desired cruising speed.
Page 447 “− SET” than the above, there is no problem to continue driving. direction. However, please contact your Lexus dealer. Even if you downshift the transmission from the “D” position to Resetting to a faster speed “B”...
Page 448: Dynamic Laser Cruise Control
D The indicator light goes out after it comes on. Do not rely excessively on dynamic laser cruise control If this is the case, contact your Lexus dealer and have your in order to avoid serious injury or death, or to prevent Lexus inspected.
Page 449 STARTING AND DRIVING Dynamic laser cruise control mode " Cruise control switch Distance switch " Vehicle−to−vehicle distance control mode “CRUISE” indicator light Conventional cruise control mode Multi−information display (cruise control information) The dynamic laser cruise control function has two cruise control modes.
Page 450 STARTING AND DRIVING For details about the vehicle−to−vehicle distance control Vehicle−to−vehicle distance control mode mode, see “Vehicle−to−vehicle distance control mode” on The system’s laser radar sensor detects the reflectors of page 423. For details about the conventional cruise control vehicles and measures the vehicle−to−vehicle distance. mode, see “Conventional cruise control mode”...
Page 451 STARTING AND DRIVING The dynamic laser cruise control function operates (a) Dynamic laser cruise control operations automatically and depending on whether a vehicle is detected ahead may change the speed of your vehicle as follows. If no vehicle is running ahead of you — Cruising at a fixed speed: If there is no vehicle detected ahead, your cruising speed is maintained at the preset speed from about 45 km/h (28 mph) to about 135 km/h (85...
Page 452 STARTING AND DRIVING Acceleration cruising function: If the vehicle ahead If a vehicle is detected ahead of you — changes lanes, your vehicle cruising speed will be Deceleration cruising function: If a slower moving gradually increased up to the preset speed, and your vehicle is detected ahead of you, your vehicle cruising vehicle resumes fixed−speed cruising.
Page 453 STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION CAUTION To avoid accidents, always keep the laser radar sensor Do not rely excessively on dynamic laser cruise control. glass clean and never allow it to be covered with icicle Observe the following precautions in order to avoid or any substance, so it can detect the vehicle in front.
Page 454 STARTING AND DRIVING D Deceleration On slippery road surfaces (icy or snow−covered road cruising function approach surfaces), the tires will race and you will be unable to warning do not operate when the vehicle ahead is at control the vehicle. a stop or driving very slowly.
Page 455 STARTING AND DRIVING Dynamic laser cruise control should not be used in D If other vehicles are driving outside of the laser radar circumstances which are inappropriate for any cruise control, such as entering free way on−ramps or off−ramps. detection range, a delay in the detection of the vehicle cutting in at short range or failure to detect a motorcycle running on the side of the same lane will CAUTION...
Page 456 STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Turning the system on CAUTION To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control, keep the “ON−OFF” button off when not using the dynamic laser cruise control. (c) Setting the desired speed To operate dynamic laser cruise control, press the “ON−OFF” button.
Page 457 STARTING AND DRIVING Bring your vehicle to the desired speed, push the lever down (d) Cancelling the preset speed in the “− SET” direction and release it. This sets the vehicle at You can cancel the preset speed by doing any of the following: that speed.
Page 458 Although there is no problem to continue driving, displayed speed will decrease in increments of 5 mph (for please contact your Lexus dealer. U.S.A.) or 5 km/h (for Canada). Release the lever when the (e) Resetting to a faster speed desired speed is attained.
Page 459 STARTING AND DRIVING (g) Resuming the preset speed (h) Changing vehicle−to−vehicle distance If the preset speed has been cancelled, when you push the lever up in the “+ RES” direction while the “RADAR READY” appears on the multi−information display at a vehicle speed of more than 40 km/h (25 mph), the speed set prior to cancellation will be restored.
Page 460 STARTING AND DRIVING The vehicle−to−vehicle distance is always set to long when the (i) Braking control ignition switch is turned on. Select the vehicle−to−vehicle distance considering traffic conditions. The approximate vehicle−to−vehicle distances when driving at 88 km/h (55 mph) is shown below: Long .
Page 461 STARTING AND DRIVING (j) Approach warning CAUTION While you are cruising in the vehicle−to−vehicle distance control mode, if the vehicle ahead decelerates abruptly or if Braking control will not ensure that your vehicle will another vehicle cuts in ahead of you, your vehicle may come reduce speed appropriately.
Page 462 A special device is required to adjust the laser radar sensor alignment. Be sure to have the sensor adjusted by your Lexus dealer. D Do not affix a sticker (including a transparent sticker) The laser radar sensor is used for vehicle−to−vehicle distance control cruising.
Page 463 If the system does not enter the ready mode even after cleaning or the message remains on the display, the system may be malfunctioning. Although the vehicle may still be operated, please contact your Lexus dealer. CAUTION " “CRUISE” indicator light...
Page 464 Dynamic laser cruise control will be restored. If the setting operation cannot be performed or if the same message still appears even after the weather clears, the system might have malfunctioned. Although there is no problem to continue driving, please contact your Lexus dealer.
Page 465 STARTING AND DRIVING Conventional cruise control mode D Do not use the conventional mode in the following conditions, or serious injury or death could result: This mode allows you to cruise at constant speed over about 45 km/h (28 mph) with your foot off the accelerator To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, pedal.
Page 466 STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Turning the system on CAUTION To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control, keep the “ON−OFF” button off when not using dynamic laser cruise control. To operate the conventional cruise control mode, press the “ON−OFF” button. This turns the system on. The “CRUISE” indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on and “RADAR READY”...
Page 467 When you release the accelerator pedal, the by your Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. vehicle will return to the speed set prior to acceleration. You cannot set cruise control speed if the master warning light comes on, a warning tone sounds and the warning message “CHECK CRUISE SYSTEM”...
Page 468 STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Resetting to a faster speed (f) Resuming the preset speed Push the lever up in the “+ RES” direction and hold it. Release If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling the lever, by the lever when the desired speed is attained. While the lever depressing the brake pedal or vehicle stability control is held up, the vehicle will gradually gain speed.
Page 469: Rear View Monitor System
If this message appears, turn the system off and then on again. If the setting still cannot be made or the same message appears again, the system might have malfunctioned. Although there is no problem to continue driving, please contact your Lexus dealer.
Page 470 Be sure to have the camera’s position and mounting angle checked at your Lexus dealer. D If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in cold weather, the...
Page 471 STARTING AND DRIVING AREA DISPLAYED ON SCREEN Image is displayed approximately level on screen. ill−2a Check surroundings for safety. " Corners of bumper...
Page 472 STARTING AND DRIVING D The area covered by the camera is limited. Objects THE REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM CAMERA which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper cannot be seen on the screen. D The area displayed on the screen may vary according to vehicle orientation or road conditions.
Page 473: Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management
STARTING AND DRIVING VEHICLE DYNAMICS INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) is designed to control vehicle motion continuously using all possible functions to stabilize the motion. It is important to keep the tires in good condition for the system to properly control vehicle motion. Refer to the information for tires on pages 556 through 578.
Page 474 VDIM may " Slip indicator light not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer. When the ignition is turned on, the slip indicator light D Do not modify the suspensions. If you modify the comes on.
Page 475 Although the brake system operates normally without anti−lock brake system function, drive carefully and have your vehicle checked by a Lexus dealer at the earliest opportunity. See “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 86 for details.
Page 476 STARTING AND DRIVING Brake assist function Anti−lock brake system function The brake assist function is designed to assist with emergency The anti−lock brake system function is designed to help braking. When the driver suddenly depresses the brake pedal, prevent lock−up of the wheels during sudden braking or when the device treats it as emergency braking and adds braking braking on slippery road conditions.
Page 477 STARTING AND DRIVING When the anti−lock brake system function is activated, the Compared with vehicles without an anti−lock brake following conditions may occur. They do not indicate a device, your vehicle may require a longer stopping malfunction of the function: distance in the following cases: D You may hear the anti−lock brake system function operating D Driving on rough, gravel or snow−covered roads.
Page 478 STARTING AND DRIVING Traction control function Vehicle stability control function The traction control function is designed to help prevent skid The vehicle stability control function is designed to help of the drive wheels during sudden acceleration on slippery prevent skid of the wheels while cornering on slippery road road surfaces.
Page 479: Brake System
The regenerative brake works in the following operations. firmly. If the brake system warning light comes on, immediately stop your vehicle and contact your Lexus dealer. 1. When the accelerator pedal is released, the reduced speed equal to engine braking in a gasoline−fueled vehicle is...
Page 480: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Page 481 STARTING AND DRIVING...
Page 482 SECTION – STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips Utility vehicle precautions ....... . . Break−in period .
Page 483: Driving Tips
DRIVING TIPS UTILITY VEHICLE PRECAUTIONS CAUTION Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle: D In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Page 484: Break−In Period
These maneuvers may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or You need not follow a break−in schedule with your new Lexus. serious injury. You also risk expensive damage to But following a few simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.
Page 485: Operation In Foreign Countries
COUNTRIES CONDITIONS D Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. This will allow you If you plan to drive your Lexus in another country... much better control. First, comply with the vehicle registration laws. D Drive slowly onto curbs and, if possible, at a right angle.
Page 486 DRIVING TIPS D Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the CAUTION legal speed limit permits it, do not drive over 140 km/h D Before driving off, make sure the parking brake is (85 mph) unless your vehicle has high−speed capability tires.
Page 487: Off−Road Driving Precautions
DRIVING TIPS OFF−ROAD DRIVING For owners in U.S. mainland, Hawaii and Puerto Rico: PRECAUTIONS To obtain additional information pertaining to driving your vehicle off−road, consult the following organizations. Your vehicle is not designed to be driven off−road. D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments However, in the event that off−road driving cannot be avoided, D State Motor Vehicle Bureau please observe the following precautions to help avoid the...
Page 488 DRIVING TIPS D After driving through tall grass, mud, rock, sand, NOTICE rivers, etc., check that there is no grass, bush, paper, D If driving through water, such as when crossing rags, stone, sand, etc. adhering or trapped on the underbody.
Page 489: Winter Driving Tips
This coolant Use a washer fluid containing an antifreeze solution. provides protection down to about −42_C (−44_F). This product is available at your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.
Page 490: Dinghy Towing
DRIVING TIPS Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility DINGHY TOWING it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into “P” and block the rear wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze the parking brake, making it hard to release.
Page 491: Trailer Towing
For your safety and the safety of others, you supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc. must not overload your vehicle or trailer. Lexus warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes. Ask your local Lexus dealer for further details before towing.
Page 492 D The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from D If towing a trailer and cargo weighing over 907 kg distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles (2000 lb.), Lexus recommends to use a sway control must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating device...
Page 493 DRIVING TIPS Tow hitch receiver " Total trailer weight " Tongue load The tow hitch receiver is installed under the rear bumper. D The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the maximum of the following.
Page 494 DRIVING TIPS Hitches Trailer ball D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, your Lexus dealer should Follow these easy steps to properly determine the correct be consulted. trailer ball for your application: D Use only a hitch which is recommended by Lexus dealer 1.
Page 495 2 threads. The trailer ball shank must be matched to the ball mount hole diameter size. NOTICE Only use a ball mount attachment specified for the Lexus RX400h.
Page 496 DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. D A safety chain must always be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer. Leave sufficient slack in the chain for turns.
Page 497 Break−in schedule D Lexus recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train component (gasoline engine, traction motors, transmission, wheel...
Page 498 DRIVING TIPS Maintenance Trailer towing tips D If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent When towing a trailer, your vehicle will handle differently maintenance due to the additional load. For this than when not towing. The three main causes of information, please refer to the scheduled maintenance vehicle−trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed information in the “Owner’s Manual Supplement /...
Page 499 DRIVING TIPS D Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. D Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly. Put D Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. The trailer could hit the transmission in “P”.
Page 500: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
DRIVING TIPS HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MAKE CAUTION YOUR VEHICLE LAST LONGER D Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing Improving fuel economy is easy — just take it easy. It will help speed limit, whichever is lower. Because instability make your vehicle last longer, too.
Page 501 DRIVING TIPS D Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams whenever possible. CAUTION D Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal. This causes premature wear, overheating and poor fuel economy. Never turn off the hybrid system to coast down hills. Your power steering and brake system do not function D Maintain a moderate speed on highways.
Page 502: Vehicle Load Limits
DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS Towing capacity: Without towing package 907 kg (2000 lb.) Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating With towing package 1588 kg (3500 lb.) capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. Follow the load limits shown below. Total load capacity and Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer seating capacity are also described on the tire and weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your...
Page 503: Cargo And Luggage
DRIVING TIPS CARGO AND LUGGAGE D Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. designed Stowage precautions passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened. When stowing cargo and luggage in or on the Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer vehicle, observe the following: serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden...
Page 504 DRIVING TIPS Capacity and distribution 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the manual to determine how this reduces the available occupants.
Page 505 DRIVING TIPS Example on your vehicle As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo and luggage load equaling the combined weight of occupants who got on later must be reduced. In other words, if the increase in the number of occupants causes the excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you have...
Page 506: In Case Of An Emergency
SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your hybrid system stalls while driving ..... If your vehicle will not start .
Page 507: If Your Hybrid System Stalls While Driving
If they work, your key may be broken. Have the key If the hybrid system will not start, see “If your vehicle will not checked at your Lexus dealer. If none of your keys work, there start”. may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. Call your Lexus dealer.
Page 508 NOTICE If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure, we strongly recommend that you seek help from your Lexus The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. Do not jump dealer, Roadside Assistance or Customer Service Assistance.
Page 509 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories. When boosting, use the battery of matching or higher quality. Any other battery may be difficult to jump start with.
Page 510 If repeated attempts are not successful, the battery may be CAUTION depleted. Have it checked by your Lexus dealer. When making the connections, to avoid serious injury, do not lean over the battery or accidentally let the jumper cables or clamps touch anything except the correct battery terminals or the ground.
Page 511: If Your Vehicle Overheats
TEMP” disappears, or your vehicle overheats again, have it To help avoid personal injury, keep the hood closed until checked as soon as possible by your Lexus dealer. there is no steam. Escaping steam or coolant is sign of very high pressure.
Page 512: If You Have A Flat Tire
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE CAUTION 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight When jacking, be sure to observe the following line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place to reduce the possibility of personal injury: —...
Page 513 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Access to spare tire D Make sure to set the jack properly in the jack point. Raising vehicle with jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury.
Page 514 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To get the required tools: When closing the board, replace the supporting rod also in its original position as shown. Pull up the front deck board. Hold the front deck board by the supporting rod. Make sure the board is secured and does not fall down.
Page 515 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY " To remove the jack, unhook the tightening strap. Joint To store the jack, make sure it is securely held by When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand the tightening strap. in the “contract” direction until the jack is free. When storing, turn the joint by hand in the “expand”...
Page 516 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To remove the spare tire: In the luggage compartment, open the right side auxiliary box by pushing the button. You will find Remove the inside spare tire cover by turning it the spare tire clamp bolt on the right side of the counterclockwise.
Page 517 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Put the adapter socket (for removing a spare tire) Pull out the spare tire and stand it up against the on the spare tire clamp bolt. bumper. Connect the jack handle and the adapter socket. Remove the holding bracket.
Page 518 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire 3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle. When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in front Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen them.
Page 519 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious accident. 4. Position the jack at the jack points as shown. Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid surface.
Page 520 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 5. After making sure no one is in the vehicle, raise 6. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. it high enough so that the spare tire can be Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside. installed.
Page 521 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Before putting on the wheel, remove any corrosion 7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tight. on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Align the holes in the wheel with the bolts. Then lift Installation of wheels without good metal−to−metal up the wheel and get at least the top bolt started contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts...
Page 522 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious accident.
Page 523 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 9. After changing the wheel, check the air pressure CAUTION of the replaced tire. D When lowering the vehicle, make sure all If the pressure of the replaced tire is low, drive slowly portions of your body and all other persons to the nearest service station and fill to the correct around will not be injured as the vehicle is pressure.
Page 524 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE D Ensure that there is no object caught between tire vehicle underbody. Otherwise, the wheel may fly forward during a collision or sudden braking. D Tighten the spare tire clamp bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by the hook securely.
Page 525: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOUR VEHICLE BECOMES NOTICE STUCK f you rock your vehicle, observe the following If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving other parts.
Page 526: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done wheels raised (front wheel drive models) or all four by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service. wheels raised (all wheel drive models). If the wheels In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using with the traction motor are on the ground when towing, either (a) or (b).
Page 527 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (a) Towing with a wheel lift type truck D From front " All wheel drive models Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. " Front wheel drive models NOTICE Release the parking brake. Never tow from the front with rear wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission.
Page 528 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D From rear (b) Using a flat bed truck D Tie down points Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. NOTICE Never tow from the rear with front wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission.
Page 529 " " " Rear emergency towing eyelets Front Rear If your Lexus is transported by a flat bed, it should be tied down at locations A and B as shown above. NOTICE Do not use the rear emergency towing eyelets.
Page 530 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D Tie down angle (c) Towing with a sling type truck If you use chains or wires to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded black must be at 45_. NOTICE Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front or rear.
Page 531 If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done condition. by your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service. If towing service is not available in an emergency, your CAUTION...
Page 532 D If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact your Lexus dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance.
Page 533 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (e) Installing front towing eyelet D Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible. D Keep away from the vehicle during towing. Tips for towing a stuck vehicle: The following methods are effective to use when your vehicle is stuck in the mud, sand or other condition from which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own power.
Page 534 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 2. Use the front towing eyelet in the luggage compartment. 3. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely by a wheel nut Secure it to the hole on the bumper by turning clockwise. (For wrench. the eyelet location, see page 486.) CAUTION When installing the eyelet on the vehicle, be sure to tighten the front eyelet securely.
Page 535: If You Cannot Shift Transmission Selector Lever
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of “P” position to other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed, Be sure to have the system checked by your Lexus dealer as use the shift lock override button as follows: soon as possible.
Page 536: If You Lose Your Keys Or Lock Yourself Out
IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS OR LOCK YOURSELF OUT You can purchase a new key at your Lexus dealer if you can give them the key number and master key. Even if you lose only one key, contact your Lexus dealer to make a new key.
Page 537 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY...
Page 538 SECTION MAINTENANCE Maintenance Maintenance requirements ....... . General maintenance ........Does your vehicle need repairing? .
Page 539: Maintenance Requirements
Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance”. economical driving. It is recommended that only genuine Lexus parts be used It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control maintenance, including general maintenance services, is system.
Page 540: General Maintenance
Lexus dealer or qualified service shop for their advice. any problems should arise with your vehicle while under warranty, your Lexus dealer will promptly take care of it. Again, be sure to keep a copy of the repair order for any service CAUTION performed on your Lexus.
Page 541 MAINTENANCE Auxiliary battery Vehicle interior Check the condition of the auxiliary battery by looking at the Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. while indicator color. See page 585 for additional information. performing periodic services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. Brake fluid level Lights Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
Page 542 MAINTENANCE Accelerator pedal Vehicle exterior Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort Items listed below should be performed from time to time, or catching. unless otherwise specified. Brake pedal Fluid leaks Check the pedal for smooth operation and the proper Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid after clearance and free play.
Page 543 D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair.
Page 544 In this case, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test and need to be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer to service the vehicle. Even if the malfunction indicator lamp does not come on, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test as readiness codes have not been set in the OBD system.
Page 545 MAINTENANCE If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test even the malfunction indicator lamp does not come on, contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for re−testing.
Page 546 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Introduction Vehicle identification ........Theft prevention labels .
Page 547: Vehicle Identification
On some models — This number is also stamped under the front passenger’s seat. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. " Top left of the instrument panel The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label.
Page 548: Theft Prevention Labels
INTRODUCTION THEFT PREVENTION LABELS (U.S.A. ONLY) " Gasoline engine number Traction motor number The gasoline engine number and traction motor number are stamped as shown. Your new vehicle carries theft prevention labels which are approximately 47 mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles.
Page 549 INTRODUCTION NOTICE You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may violate certain state or federal laws.
Page 550 INTRODUCTION ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine oil filler cap Inverter coolant reservoir Fuse boxes Engine coolant radiator Condenser Inverter coolant radiator Electric cooling fans Engine coolant reservoir Auxiliary battery Washer fluid tank...
Page 551 INTRODUCTION High voltage current runs in the parts and cables in the Removing the engine compartment covers engine compartment. Do not touch high voltage parts, Before jump starting, checking the fuse or replacing the cables and connectors. See “High voltage components” front light bulbs, etc.
Page 552 INTRODUCTION " Removing the left front cover " Removing the left rear cover : Clips : Clip : Hooks (Hook up gently to remove.)
Page 553 INTRODUCTION After checking the items, install the engine compartment covers and insert the plastic clips in their original positions. " Removing the right cover : Clips " Installing the clip NOTICE After installing the engine compartment covers, make sure the covers are securely in their original positions.
Page 554 Read the separate rings, watches, and ties is advisable.) Lexus Warranty statement for details and suggestions. D Right after driving, the engine compartment — the This Section gives instructions only for those items that are engine, radiator and exhaust manifold, etc.
Page 555 INTRODUCTION D Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack NOTICE supporting it. Always use automotive jack stands or D Remember that the auxiliary battery and ignition other solid supports. cables carry high currents or voltages. Be careful of D Be sure that the ignition is off if you work near the accidentally causing a short circuit.
Page 556: Parts And Tools
Parts (if level is low): Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform do−it−yourself maintenance. Remember all Lexus parts are D FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Page 557: Positioning The Jack
Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Fuse with same amperage rating as original Checking the cartridge type fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent with same amperage rating as original Adding washer fluid Parts: " Front...
Page 558 INTRODUCTION CAUTION When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury: D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack. Otherwise, personal injury may occur.
Page 559 INTRODUCTION NOTICE Make sure to place the jack correctly, or your vehicle may be damaged.
Page 560 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Hybrid system Specifications ......... . . Fuel .
Page 561: Specifications
HYBRID SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS — GASOLINE ENGINE Model 3MZ−FE Type 6 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline Bore and stroke 83 mm (3.62 3.27 in.) Displacement 3311 cm (202.1 cu. in.) Valve clearance (engine cold) Intake 0.15 — 0.25 mm (0.006 — 0.010 in.) Exhaust 0.25 —...
Page 562 HYBRID SYSTEM — FRONT TRACTION MOTOR Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor Maximum output 123 kW/4500 rpm Maximum torque 333 N·m (33.9 kgf·m, 245 ft·lbf)/0 — 1500 rpm — REAR TRACTION MOTOR (all wheel drive models) Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor Maximum output 50 kW/4610 —...
Page 563 Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): 62Z005 Outside temperature NOTE: “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the above grade and viscosity. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Page 564 NOTE: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is used in your Lexus vehicle at factory fill. In order to avoid technical problems, only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life hybrid organic acid technology.
Page 565 HYBRID SYSTEM — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FOR ACCESSORIES Auxiliary battery Open voltage at 20_C (68_F): 12.6 — 12.8 V Fully charged 12.2 — 12.4 V Half charged 11.8 — 12.0 V Discharged [Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the lights turned off] Charging rates 5 A max.
Page 566: Fuel
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline. (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended. To help prevent gas station mixups, your Lexus has a smaller Use of unleaded fuel with an Octane Rating or Research fuel tank opening. The special nozzle on pumps with unleaded...
Page 567 10% ethanol or 15% World−Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be MTBE. If you use gasohol in your Lexus, be sure that it has applied world wide. The WWFC consists of four an octane rating no lower than 87.
Page 568: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption
If this does not rectify your problem, then Engine oil has the primary function of lubricating and cooling consult your Lexus dealer. the inside of the engine, and plays a major role in maintaining the engine in proper working order.
Page 569 Therefore, it is essential speeds and frequent acceleration and deceleration. that the oil level be checked regularly. Lexus recommends that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle. A new engine consumes more oil, since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls have not become conditioned.
Page 570: Used Engine Oil
Call your Lexus dealer or a service 1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on level station for information concerning recycling or ground.
Page 571 HYBRID SYSTEM " Add oil O.K. Too full If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low mark, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine. 4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level while holding a Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil a little at a time, rag under the end.
Page 572 HYBRID SYSTEM Engine oil selection NOTICE “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use D Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to components. satisfy the following grade and viscosity.
Page 573 To ensure excellent lubrication performance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is available, which has been specifically tested and approved for all Lexus engines. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details about “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”. The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use.
Page 574: Checking The Coolant Level
HYBRID SYSTEM CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL " Inverter coolant reservoir Reservoir cap “FULL” (upper) line " Engine coolant reservoir “LOW” (lower) line Reservoir cap “FULL” (upper) line Look at the see−through coolant reservoir when the “LOW” (lower) line hybrid system is cold. The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL”...
Page 575 Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, If you can find no leak, have your Lexus dealer test the radiator non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life hybrid cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.
Page 576: Checking The Radiators And Condenser
SPARK PLUGS CONDENSER If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, take your vehicle to a Lexus dealer. CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, be careful not to touch the radiator or condenser when they may be hot after driving.
Page 577 HYBRID SYSTEM...
Page 578 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Chassis Specifications ......... . . Checking brake fluid .
Page 579: Specifications
ATF WS” may ultimately damage the transaxles of your When changing the transmission fluid, use only “Toyota vehicle. Genuine ATF WS” (ATF JWS3324 or NWS9638) to aid in assuring optimum transaxle performance. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Page 580 CHASSIS — BRAKES Pedal clearance 90 mm (3.5 in.) Min. * Pedal free play 1 — 2 mm (0.039 — 0.079 in.) Brake pad wear limit 1.0 mm (0.04 in.) Parking brake lining wear limit 1.0 mm (0.04 in.) Parking brake adjustment 5 —...
Page 581 CHASSIS — TIRES AND WHEELS (type A) Tire size 225/65R17 101S Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation Front 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm or bar, 32 psi) pressure Rear 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm or bar, 32 psi) Spare 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm or bar, 32 psi) Wheel size 6 1/2 J...
Page 582: Checking Brake Fluid
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear. If the level is low, take your vehicle to a Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Do not drive your vehicle if the red brake system warning light is on.
Page 583: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
CHASSIS CHECKING TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE " Type B " Type A...
Page 584 CHASSIS The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, Inspection and adjustment procedure tire sizes and the combined weight of occupants and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are described on pages 554 and 600. They are also described on the tire and loading information label as shown.
Page 585 6. Install the tire valve cap. accident resulting in death or serious injuries. If a gauge and air pump are not available, have your Low tire pressure (underinflation) — vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. D Excessive wear D Uneven wear CAUTION D Poor handling Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps.
Page 586 CHASSIS High tire pressure (overinflation) — D Poor handling D Excessive wear D Uneven wear D A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards...
Page 587: Tire Information
CHASSIS TIRE INFORMATION Tire symbols ill−full " The illustration indicates typical tire symbols.
Page 588 CHASSIS Tire size: For details, see “Tire size” on page Maximum cold tire inflation pressure: This 562. means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated. For details about recommended cold tire DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN): For inflation pressure, see “Specifications”...
Page 589 CHASSIS DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire size " The illustration indicates typical DOT and Tire " The illustration indicates typical tire size. Identification Number (TIN). Tire use (P=Passenger car, T=Temporary “DOT” symbol use) Tire Identification Number (TIN) Section width (in millimeters) Tire manufacturer’s identification mark Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) Tire size code...
Page 590 CHASSIS Name of each section of tire " Section width Tire height " Bead Wheel diameter Sidewall Shoulder Tread Belt Inner liner Reinforcing rubber Carcass Rim lines Bead wires Chafer...
Page 591 Your Lexus dealer will help answer any questions habits, service practices and differences in road you may have as you read this information.
Page 592 CHASSIS Temperature A, B, C — The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 593 CHASSIS Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning Accessory weight the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory−installed equipment (whether installed or not) Cold tire inflation tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or...
Page 594 CHASSIS Tire related term Meaning Normal occupant 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column of weight Table 1 that follows Occupant distribution distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that follows Production options the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over...
Page 595 CHASSIS Tire related term Meaning Vehicle capacity the rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kg (150 lb.) times the vehicle’s weight designated seating capacity (Total load capacity) Vehicle maximum the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its load on the tire share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two Vehicle normal load...
Page 596 CHASSIS Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Vehicle normal load, number of Occupant distribution in a number of occupants occupants normally loaded vehicle 2 through 4 2 in front 5 through 10 2 in front, 1 in second seat...
Page 597: Types Of Tires
CHASSIS TYPES OF TIRES CAUTION Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is originally D Do not mix summer and all season tires on equipped with. your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of 1. Summer tires control.
Page 598: Rotating Tires
Tires should be stored in a cool dry place. To equalize the wear and help extend tire life, Lexus recommends that you rotate your tires according to the maintenance schedule. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual Supplement / Scheduled...
Page 599: Checking And Replacing Tires
Tires deteriorate with age even if they have never or seldom been used. The tires on your Lexus have built−in tread wear indicators to help you know when the tires need This applies also to the spare tire and tires stored replacement.
Page 600 CHASSIS Tire selection CAUTION When replacing a tire, use a tire of the same size Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, and construction, and the same or greater an accident may occur resulting in death or maximum load as the originally installed tires. serious injuries.
Page 601: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
CHASSIS INSTALLING SNOW TIRES AND CAUTION CHAINS Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious When to use snow tires or chains injuries. Snow tires or chains are recommended when driving on D Do not use snow tires other than the manufacturer’s snow or ice.
Page 602 CHASSIS Snow tire installation Tire chain selection Snow tires should be installed on all wheels. Installing snow tires on the front wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle control. CAUTION D Snow tires should be inflated to the same pressure as the original tires.
Page 603 CHASSIS Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary D When driving with chains installed, be sure to drive according to location or type of road. Always check local carefully. Slow down before entering curves to avoid regulations before installing chains. losing control of the vehicle.
Page 604: Replacing Wheels
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that they are equivalent to those removed in load capacity, diameter, rim width, and offset. Correct replacement wheels are available at your Lexus dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect...
Page 605: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
D When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. D Use only Lexus wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. D When balancing your wheels, use only Lexus balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
Page 606 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Electrical components Specifications ......... . . Checking auxiliary battery condition .
Page 607: Electrical Components
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SPECIFICATIONS — FUSES — FUSE LOCATIONS " Engine compartment " 1 2 3 Engine compartment Driver’s side instrument panel...
Page 608 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS " Engine compartment " Driver’s side instrument panel " Engine compartment...
Page 609 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT Daytime running light system Electronically controlled brake system MTR2 H−LP L Left−hand headlight (low beam) ETCS Hybrid system DC/DC−S Hybrid system H−LP L Left−hand headlight Electronically controlled brake ABS NO.2 system H−LP R Right−hand headlight (high beam) Electronically controlled brake...
Page 610 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT RADIO SEAT HTR Seat heaters Audio system NO.1 IGCT NO.2 Hybrid system Theft deterrent system, air IGCT NO.3 Hybrid system, fuel pump ECU−B conditioning system, gauges and meters, moonroof, multiplex NO.1 Emission control system, communication system IGCT NO.4 transaxle control system, air/ fuel...
Page 611 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT Starter system Automatic headlight leveling system, vehicle dynamics RR FOG No circuit ECU−IG integrated management, dynamic laser cruise control, NO. 2 AIR SUS No circuit headlight cleaner, adaptive front−lighting system DOOR Multiplex communication system NO.
Page 612: Checking Auxiliary Battery Condition
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING AUXILIARY BATTERY FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT CONDITION GAUGE Gauge and meters NO. 2 Precautions Navigation system display, power rear view mirror control, ECU−ACC shift lock control system, multiplex communication system CAUTION Power outlet AUXILIARY BATTERY PRECAUTIONS auxiliary battery produces flammable OUTLET...
Page 613 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Checking the auxiliary battery exterior D If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contacted area. If you feel a pain or burn, get medical The auxiliary battery is located under the right−hand side attention immediately. engine compartment cover. Before checking the battery, D If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a remove the cover.
Page 614 WHITE — Charging necessary. Have the battery D Power windows (See page 79.) checked by your Lexus dealer. D Moonroof (See page 157.) RED — Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer. NOTICE Do not refill the battery with water.
Page 615: Auxiliary Battery Recharging Precautions
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AUXILIARY BATTERY CHECKING AND REPLACING THE RECHARGING PRECAUTIONS BLADE TYPE FUSES During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen The fuse boxes in the engine compartment are located gas. under the left−hand side engine compartment covers. Before checking the fuses, remove the cover. (For details, Therefore, before recharging: see “Removing the engine compartment covers”...
Page 616 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS " Engine compartment " Engine compartment " Driver’s side instrument panel...
Page 617 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 1. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the fuse box lid. Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. 2. Make sure the inoperative component is turned off. Pull the suspected fuse straight out with the pull−out tool and check it.
Page 618 It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your vehicle for emergencies. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical system. Have your Lexus dealer correct it as soon as possible. CAUTION Never use a fuse with a higher amperage rating, or any other object, in place of a fuse.
Page 619: Checking The Cartridge Type Fuses
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE FUSES " Driver’s side instrument panel " Engine compartment " Type A Type B Good Blown " Engine compartment...
Page 620: Adding Washer Fluid
Before replacing the fuses, have the cause of electrical washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer. your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water. NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle’s paint.
Page 621: Checking The Headlight Aim
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT AIM Adjusting the vertical aiming (vehicles with discharge headlight) 1. Turn the Phillips−head screwdriver to either direction in order to turn the vertical movement adjusting screw ( 1 ). " Vertical movement adjusting screw Remember the number of times you turn the screwdriver and Vertical movement adjusting bolt the turning direction.
Page 622: Replacing Light Bulbs
The illustration on the following pages show the locations of light bulbs. If it is necessary to replace a bulb, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Use bulbs with the bulb numbers and wattage ratings given in the table.
Page 623 Discharge bulb However, if there is a large drop of water on the inside of the −−− Halogen bulb lens, or if there is water pooled inside the light, contact your Headlights (high beam) 9005 Lexus dealer. −−− Fog lights...
Page 624 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Light Bulbs Bulb No. Type Light Bulbs Bulb No. Type −−− −−− Rear turn signal lights Vanity lights −−− License plate lights Personal lights −−− Back−up lights Interior lights −−− Rear side marker lights Luggage compartment lights −−− Door courtesy lights A: HB3 halogen bulbs B: D2S discharge bulbs...
Page 625 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS...
Page 626 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Body Specifications ......... . . Protecting your vehicle from corrosion .
Page 627 BODY SPECIFICATIONS — DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length 4755 mm (187.2 in.) Overall width 1845 mm (72.6 in.) Overall height* Front wheel drive models 1680 mm (66.1 in.)* 1720 mm (67.7 in.)* 1735 mm (68.3 in.)* All wheel drive models 1685 mm (66.3 in.)* 1725 mm (67.9 in.)* 1740 mm (68.5 in.)*...
Page 628 BODY — DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Wheelbase 2715 mm (107 in.) Tread Front wheel drive models — Front 1575 mm (62.0 in.) — Rear 1565 mm (61.6 in.) All wheel drive models — Front 1575 mm (62.0 in.) — Rear 1555 mm (61.2 in.) Vehicle capacity weight 420 kg (925 lb.) (occupants + cargo)
Page 629 BODY PROTECTING YOUR VEHICLE To help prevent corrosion on your Lexus, follow these guidelines: FROM CORROSION Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing. In addition, Proper care of your Lexus can help ensure long−term observe the following points. corrosion prevention.
Page 630: Washing And Waxing
We recommend that the fittings and the area where the D Do not splash water on the electric components in shields are installed be treated to resist corrosion. Your Lexus engine compartment. This...
Page 631 Exterior lights: Wash carefully. Do not use organic Hand−washing your Lexus substances or scrub them with a hard brush. This may damage the surfaces of the lights. Work in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is not warm to the touch.
Page 632 BODY Automatic car wash NOTICE D Do not use organic substances (gasoline, kerosene, NOTICE benzine or strong solvents), which may be toxic or cause damage. D To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is D Do not scrub any part of the vehicle with a hard brush, removed before driving your vehicle through an automatic car wash.
Page 633: Cleaning The Interior
Windshield washer nozzles: Make sure that the nozzles do not become blocked when waxing. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Lexus dealer to have the vehicle serviced. NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object.
Page 634 BODY Leather−trimmed Interior NOTICE The selected leather is used in your Lexus. Due to D Dirt or sand adhered to the leather may damage the characteristics of leather products, some parts of leather may treated surface and cause it to wear earlier. Remove be rough, uneven or scratched originally.
Page 635 BODY Non−leather Trim Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts The non−leather trim may be easily cleaned with a mild Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as soap or detergent and water. possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which First vacuum over the upholstery to remove loose dirt.
Page 636 It may contain the ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Lexus, your local Lexus dealer will be pleased to answer them.
Page 637 BODY...
Page 638 SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ....
Page 639 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll−free: 1−800−25−LEXUS). If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

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