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TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
Refreshing rear seat
switches ......................................... 222
Coat hooks ..................................... 223
Floor mats........................................ 224
Sunshades ....................................... 225
Trunk features................................ 227
Garage door opener .................. 232
Compass (vehicles without
navigation syst em)
................... 238
4-1. Maintenance and care............ 244 Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior .......................... 244
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior............................ 247
4-2. Maintenance ............................. 250 Maintenance requ irements
.... 250
General maintenance ................ 252
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs....................................... 255
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ........................... 256
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................................. 256
Hood................................................. 260
Positioning the jack ...................... 261
Engine compartment.................. 262 Tires ................................................... 278
Tire inflation pressure................ 283
Wheels.............................................. 287
Air conditioning filters............... 289
Wireless remote control
battery ............................................ 295
Blade fuses ..................................... 298
Cartridge fuses ............................ 309
Headlight aim.................................... 311
Light bulbs ........................................ 313
5-1. Essential information .............. 320 If your vehicle needs to be
towed............................................. 320
If you think something is
wrong ............................................. 324
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 325
Event data recorder .................... 326
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency .............................. 328
If a warning light turns on... ...... 328
If a warning message
appears.......................................... 334
If you have a flat tire..................... 347
If the engine will not start ......... 353
If the transmission selector
lever cannot be shifted
from P............................................. 354
If you lose your keys ................... 355
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises
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Doors P.15
Rear window defogger
P.170
Trunk P.227
Tire
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
Information
P.278
P.347
P.283
P.376
Turn signal light (rear)
P.101
If equipped
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A
B
Rear view mirror adjusting switch P.43
Rear view mirror folding switch P.43
Windshield wipers and washer switch P.114
Cruise control switch P.126
If equipped
Instrument panel light control knob P.104
Head light and turn signal light switch P.101
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch
P.40
Adaptive front lighting system
cancel switch
P.112
Lexus park assist system switch P.118
Parking brake release lever P.102
Trunk opener P.19
Hood lock release lever P.260
Trunk opener main switch P.19
Fuel filler door opener P.51
Parking brake pedal P.102
Ignition switch P.94
Volume adjust knob P.7
Key cancel switch P.7
Tire pressure warning system reset switch P.279
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2-4. Using other driving systems
CAUTION
Any of the following conditions may result in-an accident which could cause death
or serious injury:
■The ABS may not operate effectively when:
●The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded.
●If the vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed while the road is wet or
slick.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is activated will exceed that of normal condi -
tions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the v
ehicle’s stopping distance. Always main -
tain a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you, particularly in the
fo
llowing situations.
• When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
• When driving with tire chains
• When driving over bumps in the road
• When driving over roads with potholes or uneven roads
• When towing a trailer
■TRAC may not operate effectively when:
Directional control and power may not be ac hi
evable while driving on slippery road
surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where control and power may be lost.
■When the slip indicator flashe s and a warning buzzer sounds
This situation occurs immediately before VSC is activated. Always drive carefully.
R
eckless driving may cause an at the recommended level.
Exercise particular care when an indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■Replacing tires
Ensure that all tires are the same size an d
brand, have the same tread pattern, and
that the level of tire pressure is at the recommended level.
The ABS and VSC systems may not operate no rmal
ly if different tires are installed
to the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further info rmati
on when replacing tires or wheels.
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2-5. Driving information
Regulations on the use of snow chains
●Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location
and type of road. Alwa ys check local regulations before installing
chains.
●Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains, with the exception of radial
cable chains or V-bar type chains.
• Install the chains on the rear tires.
• Refer to the explanation that comes with the tir
e chains for installa-
tion instructions.
●Retighten chains after driving 1 /4 - 1 /2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
■If the chains are installed
The tire pressure warning system may not operate properly.
■Tire chain installation
Observe the following installation, removal and care precautions.
• Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
• Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on front tir
es.
• Install the tire chains on rear tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains af
ter driving 1 /4 - 1 /2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
• Install tire chains following the inst ructions pr
ovided with the chains.
■When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and driv e at a reduced speed suitable to
road conditions.
■ When parking the v
ehicle
The parking brake may freeze up, prev enting it fr
om being released.,
Place the selector lever in P and park the vehicle without applying the
parking brake.
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious
injur
y.
• Use tires of the specified size.
• Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
• Do not drive in excess of 72 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of snow tir
es being used.
• Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in to the vehicle being unable to be driven safely and a
p
ossible accident which may cause death or serious injury.
• Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
• Avoid driving on bumpy road s
urfaces or through potholes.
• Avoid sudden turns and braking, as us e of chains may a
dversely affect vehi-
cle handling.
• Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con -
trol is maintained.
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4-1. Maintenance and care ........ 244
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........................ 244
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ......................... 247
4-2. Maintenance .......................... 250 Maintenance requirements.. 250
General maintenance............. 252
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs.................................... 255 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ......................... 256
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .............................. 256
Hood.............................................. 260
Positioning the jack .................... 261
Engine compartment ............... 262
Tires ................................................. 278
Tire inflation pressure .............. 283
Wheels ........................................... 287
Air conditioning filters
............ 289
Wireless remote control battery ......................................... 295
Blade fuses .................................. 298
Cartridge fuses ......................... 309
Headlight aim................................ 311
Light bulbs ..................................... 313
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4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Door/trunk• Do they operate smoothly?
• Do the locks work properly?
Engine hood• Does the hood latch and lock work properly?
Fluid leaks• Are there any leaks when the vehicle is parked?
Ti r e
• Is the inflation pressure correct? ( P. 2 8 3 )
• Are tire surfaces worn or damaged? ( P. 2 7 8 )
• Do the tires need to be rotated according to the mainte- nance schedule? ( P. 2 7 8 )
• Are the wheel nuts loose?
