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2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When
the belt is then retracted slightly, it cannot be extended.
To hold the convertible seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock
mode before letting the belt to retract.
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3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat
cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go
to hold the convertible seat securely.

COMFORT ADJUSTMENT
114The beep sound means that the positions are recorded in the
computer ’s memory.
By repeating these two steps and pressing the remaining button, the
driving position for another driver can be recorded.
To set a new memorized position, select the desired position and
perform step 2. The previous memory will be erased and the new
position will be set.
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.
Activating a memorized position
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When you push button ”1” or ”2”, the driving position will be
automatically adjusted to the position recorded for that button.Conditions for memorized position activation
Ignition key ”ON” and shift lever in ”P” position.
All parts of the memorized positions can be activated.
However, if the brake pedal is being depressed, the seat position
will not change.
Key not in ignition switch and within 30 seconds of opening
driver’s door.
The memorized position can be activated, except for the tilt and
telescopic steering.
If any driving position memory switch is pushed while one of the
memorized driving position profiles is being activated, the operation
will stop.
To activate the system, push the desired button (”1” or ”2”) again.
The driving position memory control system cannot be operated
while the vehicle is moving.
If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the computer’s memory will
be erased and the memorized positions will have to be set again.
CAUTION
Do not start the vehicle while the adjustments are being
made.
Take care not to select the wrong button, or the seat could
strike the rear passenger or hit your body against the
steering wheel. If this happens, you can stop the movement
by pressing another driving position memory switch, or
depressing the brake pedal.

THEFT DETERRENT
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THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
To deter theft of the vehicle, this system is designed to give an
alarm if any of the doors, trunk or hood is forcibly unlocked or
the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected while
the vehicle is locked.*
NOTE: *The system operating condition can be changed. Ask
your Lexus dealer for details.
The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights,
tail lights and other exterior lights.
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Setting the system
1. Turn the ignition key to the ”LOCK” position and remove it.
2. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and hood using an ignition
key or wireless remote control.If you lock them with wireless remote control, the turn signals flash
once.* If you do not want to make them flash, consult with your
Lexus dealer.
NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your Lexus
dealer for details.
The indicator light will come on when all the doors, trunk and hood
are closed and locked.
3. After 30 seconds, the indicator flashes and the system is set.
Cancelling the system
When you unlock any door or trunk using an ignition key or
wireless remote control, the system is cancelled.
If you unlock any door or trunk with wireless remote control, the turn
signals flash twice.* If you do not want to make them flash, consult
with your Lexus dealer.
NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your Lexus
dealer for details.
Activating the system
The alarm sounds for 60 seconds if any of the following are operated:
Unlocking any door or trunk without using an ignition key or
wireless remote control.
Opening the hood forcibly.
Reconnecting the battery.

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118If any door is unlocked and the ignition key is not in the ignition
switch during the alarm sounding, its door is automatically locked.
To stop the alarm: Use either of the following methods.
Unlock the door or trunk using an ignition key or wireless remote
control.
Turn the ignition switch on.
Testing the system
1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the system as described above.
The front doors should be locked with the ignition key or wireless
remote control. Be sure to wait until the indicator light starts
flashing.
3. Unlock one of the doors from the inside.
The system should activate the alarm.
4. Unlock any of the doors with a key or the wireless remote
control to cancel the system.
5. Repeat this operation for the other doors and hood.
When testing the hood, also check that the system is activated when
the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected.
If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer.
NOTICE
Disconnecting the 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.

AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
126If quick heating or cooling is desired
Push the ”TEMP” or ”PASSENGER TEMP” button on either side
and hold it until ”MAX. HOT” or ”MAX. COLD” appears on the
display.
If manual fan speed control is desired
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Fan speed at low 2
Fan speed at high
The fan speed can be set to your desired speed by pushing the
appropriate side of fan speed control button. The higher the fan
speed is, the more air is delivered. Pushing the ”OFF” button turns
off the fan.
To remove exterior windshield frost, use the high speed setting.If manual switching of air intake is desired
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Each time you push the air intake control button, the mode changes
in order from the RECIRCULATED AIR mode to AUTOMATIC
mode to OUTSIDE AIR mode, then back to the RECIRCULATED
AIR mode. Each indicator light shows which mode is now selected.
1
RECIRCULATED mode If quick circulation of cooled air
is desired, select this mode.
2
AUTOMATIC mode When driving where the outside air is
dirty (i.e., when the vehicle running just in front of your vehicle
accelerates rapidly), the system changes automatically from
the OUTSIDE AIR mode to the RECIRCULATED mode.
3
OUTSIDE AIR mode The system will take fresh outside air
into the vehicle.

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(b) Windshield defogging and defrosting
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To remove interior fog on the windshield
Push the”FRONT WINDSHIELD” button.
To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield
1. Place the temperature control button at the maximum
temperature.
2. Push the ”FRONT WINDSHIELD” button.
3. Push the fan speed control button on the right side to obtain a
maximum air flow.
4. Leave the air conditioning onoff button off.When the ”FRONT WINDSHIELD” button is pushed while
operating in automatic mode, the air conditioning is set to operate
and the OUTSIDE AIR mode is set.
If you push the ”FRONT WINDSHIELD” button once again while
in the FRONT WINDSHIELD mode, the mode then returns to the
last mode used.
CAUTION
Do not use the ”FRONT WINDSHIELD” button during
cooled air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that
of the windshield could cause the outer surface of the
windshield to fog up blocking your vision.
When you turn the ignition switch on after the removal and
installation of the battery terminal, the indicator light may flash and
the operating sound of the motor may be heard. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
You may hear the operating sound of the motor about 70 seconds
after the ignition switch is turned off. This is not also a malfunction.

AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
149 Radio reception
Usually, the problem with radio reception does not mean there is a
problem with your radio it is just the normal result of conditions
outside the vehicle.
For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM
reception. Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM
signals. And of course, radio signals have a limited range, and the
farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In
addition, reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle
moves.
Here are some common reception problems that probably do not
indicate a problem with your radio:
FM
Fading and drifting stations Generally, the effective range of FM
is about 40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you may notice
fading and drifting, which increase with the distance from the radio
transmitter. They are often accompanied by distortion.
Multipath FM signals are reflective, making it possible for two
signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the
signals will cancel each other out, causing a momentary flutter or
loss of reception.
Static and fluttering These occur when signals are blocked by
buildings, trees, or other large objects. Increasing the bass level may
reduce static and fluttering.Station swapping If the FM signal you are listening to is
interrupted or weakened, and there is another strong station nearby
on the FM band, your radio may tune in the second station until the
original signal can be picked up again.
AM
Fading AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere
especially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with those
received directly from the radio station, causing the radio station to
sound alternately strong and weak.
Station interference When a reflected signal and a signal received
directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, they
can interfere with each other, making it difficult to hear the
broadcast.
Static AM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise,
such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electrical motors.
This results in static.
Caring for your cassette player and tapes
For high performance from your cassette player and tapes:
Clean the tape head and other parts regularly.
A dirty tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and
tangle your cassette tapes. The easiest way to clean them is by
using a cleaning tape. (A wet type is recommended.)

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150Use highquality cassettes:
Lowquality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including
poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant
autoreversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette
player.
Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its
label is peeling off.
Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it,
especially if it is hot outside.
Store cassettes in their cases and out of direct sunlight.
Avoid using cassettes with a total playing time longer than 100
minutes (50 minutes per side). The tape used in these cassette is
thin and could get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.Caring for your compact disc player and discs
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Use only compact discs labeled as shown. The player is intended
for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.
Extremely high temperature can keep your compact disc player
from working. On hot days, use air conditioning to cool the
vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.
Bumpy roads or other vibrations may make your compact disc
player skip.
If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear
any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be
working. Remove the magazine from the player and wait until it
dries.