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REAR CONSOLE BOX
To access the rear console box, push the center of the lid.
The rear console box light comes on when the tail lights are
turned on.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, always keep the rear console box closed
while driving.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER
The garage door opener (
Universal
Transceiver) is manufactured under license from
HomeLink
and can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting
systems, and security systems, etc.
(a) Programming the HomeLink
1Indicator light2Buttons
The HomeLink in your vehicle has 3 buttons and you can
store one program for each button.
To ensure correct programming into the HomeLink
, install a
new battery in the hand-held transmitter prior to programming.
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Programming other devices
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
the HomeLink
º.
(b) Operating the HomeLink
To operate the HomeLink, press the appropriate HomeLink
button to activate the programmed device. The HomeLink
indicator light should come on. The HomeLink continues to
send the signal for up to 20 seconds as long as the button is
pressed.
(c) Erasing the entire HomeLink memory (all
three programs)
To erase all previously programmed codes at one time, press
and hold down the 2 outside buttons for 20 seconds until the
indicator light flashes.
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored
in the HomeLink
memory.
CAUTION
When programming the HomeLink Universal
Transceiver, you may be operating a garage door or
other device. Make sure people and objects are out
of the way of the garage door or other device to
prevent potential harm or damage.
Do not use this HomeLink
Universal Transceiver
with any garage door opener that lacks the safety
stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety
standards. (This includes any garage door opener
model manufactured before April 1, 1982.) A garage
door opener which cannot detect an object (signaling
the door to stop and reverse), does not meet current
federal safety standards. Using a garage door opener
without these features increases risk of serious
injury or death.
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This device complies with FCC Rules part 15.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference that
may be received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. WARNING: This
transmitter has been tested and complies with
FCC and DOC/MDC rules. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the device.
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CUP HOLDERS
Front
In front of the rear console box
To use the cup holder, push the cup holder lid.
The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink-cans
securely.
The cup holder can be adjusted to the size of the cups by
changing the separator position or moving the separator arms.
You can use it as an accessory box by removing the separator
inside.
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In the rear console box
To use the cup holder, open the rear console box and pull
down the cup holder.
The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink-cans
securely.
CAUTION
Do not place anything else other than cups or
drink-cans in the cup holder, as such items may be
thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure
people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an
accident.
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder
closed when not in use.
Rear
Second seat armrest
To use the cup holder, pull down the second seat armrest
and push the cup holder portion of the armrest.
The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink-cans
securely.
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AUXILIARY BOX
To use the auxiliary box, open it as shown above.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed
while driving.
First-aid kit holder
1To loosen2To tighten
This auxiliary box is equipped with a belt to hold the
first-aid kit. To loosen or tighten the belt, do as shown
above.
Although the first-aid kit itself is not included as original
equipment, this auxiliary box can be used to store the first aid
kit.
Make sure the first-aid kit is securely held.
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WARNING REFLECTOR HOLDER
1To disengage2To engage
This belt is designed to hold the warning reflector. To
disengage or engage the belt, do as shown above.
Although the warning reflector itself is not included as original
equipment, this auxiliary box can be used to store the warning
reflector.
Make sure the warning reflector is securely held.
COAT HOOKS
To use the coat hook, push the hook.
CAUTION
Do not hook a hanger, heavy or sharp pointed object on
the coat hook. If the curtain shield airbag inflates, those
items will be hurled away with great force or the curtain
shield airbag may not activate correctly. When you
hang clothes, hang them on the coat hook directly.
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TIE-DOWN HOOKSTo secure your luggage, use the tie-down hooks as shown
above.
See Stowage precautionsº on page 432 for precautions when
loading luggage.
NOTICE
Do not use the third seat anchors instead of the
tie-down hooks.
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HOOD
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under
the instrument panel. The hood will spring up slightly.
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not
forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make
sure it locks.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and
securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open
unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.