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When the air conditioning filter should be replaced, the
master warning light comes on, a warning tone sounds
and the above message appears.
If the “Change A/C Filter” appears on the multi−information
display, change the air conditioning filter as soon as possible
because the air filter might have clogged. See “Replacing the
air conditioning filter” on page 249 for details.
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If you push the “OFF” button for the front air conditioning
for about more than 4 seconds after the replacement of the
air conditioning filters, the above message appears and
the attention tone sounds to inform you that the data has
been reset.
When you push the “OFF” button for the front air conditioning
for more than 4 seconds before “Change A/C Filter” appears,
the data will be cleared. Do not reset the data before this
message appears.
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If you push the ignition switch or insert the smart key, and
hold the switch or key in the “LOCK” position for more
than 3 seconds, the master warning light comes on, a
warning tone sounds and the above message appears.
If you release the switch or key, or turn to “ACC”, all the warning
will turn off. If it is difficult to turn the switch or key, be sure to
push the switch or key while turning the steering wheel slightly
in either direction, and then turn the switch or key.
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If the interlock cable for steering lock is faulty, the master
warning light flashes, a warning tone sounds and the
above message appears.
If the above message appears, contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
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SEATS
While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should
have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and properly
wear the seat belts provided.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are
properly seated. Do not allow any passengers to sit
in the luggage compartment or cargo area. Persons
not properly seated and/or not properly restrained by
seat belts can be severely injured in the event of
emergency braking or a collision.
During driving, do not allow any passengers to stand
up or move around between seats. Otherwise, severe
injuries can occur in the event of emergency braking
or a collision.
FRONT SEATS
Front seat precautions
Driver seat
CAUTION
The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force,
and can cause death or serious injury especially if the
driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:
Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 50 75
mm (2 3 in.) of inflation, placing yourself 250 mm (10 in.)
from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin
of safety. This distance is measured from the center of
the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less
than 250 mm (10 in.) away now, you can change your
driving position in several ways:
Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still
reaching the pedals comfortably.
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
forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat
somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes
it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm,
non slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle
has that feature.
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If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward.
This points the airbag toward your chest instead of
your head and neck.
The seat should be adjusted as recommended by
NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot
pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument
panel controls.
Front passenger seat
CAUTION
The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with
considerable force, and can cause death or serious
injury especially if the front passenger is very close to
the airbag. The front passenger seat should be as far
from the airbag as possible with the seatback adjusted,
so the front passenger sits upright.
Front seats
CAUTION
The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front
passenger seats. Observe the following precautions.
Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle
is in use, since the side airbag inflates with
considerable speed and force. Otherwise, you may
be killed or severely injured.
Do not use seat accessories which cover the area
where the side airbags inflate. Such accessories may
prevent the side airbags from activating correctly,
causing death or serious injury.
Do not modify or replace the seats or the upholstery
of the seats equipped with side airbags. Such
change may prevent the side airbag system from
activating correctly, disable the system, or cause the
side a irbags to inflate accidentally, resulting in death
or serious injury.
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Do not attach any heavy, sharp or hard objects such
as keys or accessories to the ignition key. The
objects may restrict the SRS knee airbag inflation or
be thrust into the driver’s seat area by the force of the
deploying airbag, causing a danger.
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.
Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile
two way radio, cassette tape player or CD player.
Modification of the suspension system.
Modification of the front end structure.
Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar,
etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to
the front end.
Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end
structure, console, steering column, steering wheel,
lower portion of instrument panel or dashboard near
the front passenger airbag.
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS
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155.Outer foot lights
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The outer foot lights illuminate the ground near the doors
for about 15 seconds to ensure safe footing for the driver
and passengers who are about to get in the vehicle.*
The outer foot lights come on when:
you are getting closer to the vehicle carrying a smart key
and you enter the effective range of the smart key system
(about 1 m (3 ft) from each outside door handle),
the doors are unlocked with the wireless remote control
function key, or
the doors are unlocked with the power door lock switch on
the driver’s side. The outer foot lights go off 15 seconds after the lights come on
or when:
the lock switch on the outside door handle is pushed,
the doors are locked with th e wireless remote control
function key,
the doors are locked by inserting a key into the door
keyhole,
the doors are locked with the power door lock switch on the
driver’s side, or
the selector lever is moved out of “P” position with the
ignition on.
NOTE:
* The outer foot lights illuminating time can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
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156.INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR
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Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your
vehicle in the mirror.
Pushing the switch changes the mode between “AUTO”
and “DAY”.
The indicator comes on when the “AUTO” mode is selected.
“DAY” mode: The mirror surface is normal.
“AUTO” mode: If the mirror detects light from the
headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface
darkens slightly to reduce the reflected light.
When the inside rear view mirror surface changes, the outside
rear view mirror surfaces will also become darker.
When the ignition switch 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.
CAUTION
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.
AUDIO
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“CH” button: Use this button to search a desired CD.
”
“ button: Use this button to search a desired track or
push this button and hold it to fast forward or reverse.
Audio remote controls (Steering switches)
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The steering switches are installed on the left side of the
steering wheel.
“MODE” switch: Use this switch to change the mode. If a tape
or CD is not inserted, the “TAPE” or “CD” mode is skipped.
When you push the switch with the audio system turned off, the
audio system turns on.
“VOL” switches: Use these switches to adjust the volume.
Push “
” to increase the volume and “ ” to decrease the
volume. The volume continues to increase or decrease while
the switch is being pressed.
“SET” switch: Use this switch to adjust the preset volume.
To preset the volume, adjust the volume and then push and
hold this switch until you hear a beep.