Page 246 of 445
228
3-5. Other interior features
Seat heaters (if equipped)
■The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in IG-ON mode.
■When not in use
Set the dial to 0. The indicator light turns off.
Heats the seats
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission
Heats the seats
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Vehicles with a manual
transmission
Driver’s
seatFront
passenger’s
seat
Driver’s
seatFront
passenger’s
seat
Page 248 of 445
230
3-5. Other interior features
Seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)
■The seat heaters and ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IG-ON mode.
■When not in use
Set the dial to 0. The indicator light turns off.
The seat heaters and ventilators heat the seats and maintain good airflow
by blowing air from the seats.
Heats the seats
The indicator light (red) comes
on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Blows air from the seats
The indicator light (green)
comes on.
The higher the number, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
Heats the seats
The indicator light (red) comes
on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Blows air from the seats
The indicator light (green)
comes on.
The higher the number, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
Driver’s
seatFront
passenger’s
seat
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission
Driver’s
seatFront
passenger’s
seat
Vehicles with a manual trans-
mission
Page 259 of 445
241
3-5. Other interior features
3
Interior features
Garage door opener
The garage door opener (HomeLink Universal Transceiver) is manufactured
under license from HomeLink.
Programming the HomeLink (for U.S.A. owners)
The HomeLink
compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons
which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the
programming method below appropriate for the device.
Indicator
Buttons
■Programming the HomeLink
Point the remote control for the
device 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
from the HomeLink
control but-
tons.
Keep the indicator light on the
HomeLink in view while pro-
gramming.
The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage doors,
gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, and security systems,
and other devices.
STEP1
Page 260 of 445
242
3-5. Other interior features
Press and hold down one of the
buttons on the HomeLink and
the button on the transmitter.
When the indicator light on the
HomeLink
changes from a slow
to a rapid flash after 20 seconds,
you can release both buttons.
Test the operation of the
HomeLink
by pressing the newly
programmed button.
If programming a garage door
opener, check to see if the garage
door opens and closes. If the
garage door does not operate, see
if your garage transmitter is of the
Rolling Code type. Press and hold
the programmed HomeLink
but-
ton. The garage door has the roll-
ing code feature if the indicator
light (on the HomeLink
) flashes
rapidly for 2 seconds and then
remains lit. If your transmitter is the
Rolling Code type, proceed to the
heading “Programming a rolling
code system”.
Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of
the remaining HomeLink buttons.
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
Page 261 of 445

243
3-5. Other interior features
3
Interior features
■Programming a Rolling Code system (for U.S.A. owners)
If your device is Rolling Code equipped, follow the steps under the
heading “Programming the HomeLink
” before proceeding with the
steps listed below.
Locate the training button on the ceiling mounted garage door
opener motor. The exact location and color of the button may
vary by brand of garage door opener.
Refer to the operation manual supplied with the garage door opener
for the location of the training button.
Press the training button.
Press and release the vehicle’s programmed HomeLink
button
twice. The garage door may open.
If the garage door opens, the programming process is complete. If the
door does not open, press and release the button a third time. This third
press and release will complete the programming process by opening
the garage door.
The ceiling mounted garage door opener motor should now recognize
the HomeLink
transceiver and operate the garage door.
Repeat the steps above to program another rolling code system
for any of the remaining HomeLink buttons.
■Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming all
devices in the Canadian market
Place your transmitter 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm) away from the sur-
face of the HomeLink
.
Keep the indicator light on the HomeLink in view while programming.
Press and hold the selected HomeLink button.
Repeatedly press and release (cycle) the device’s remote control
button for two seconds each until step 4 is complete.
When the indicator light on the HomeLink
compatible trans-
ceiver start to flashing rapidly, release the buttons.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
Page 262 of 445

244
3-5. Other interior features
Test the operation of the HomeLink by pressing the newly pro-
grammed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates cor-
rectly.
Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of
the remaining HomeLink
buttons.
■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
The individual HomeLink
buttons cannot be erased but can be
reprogrammed. To reprogram a button, follow the “Basic program-
ming” instructions.
Operating the HomeLink
Press the appropriate HomeLink button. The HomeLink indicator
light on the HomeLink transceiver should turn on.
The HomeLink continues to send a signal for up to 20 seconds as long as
the button is pressed.
Erasing the entire HomeLink memory (all three programs)
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.
STEP5
STEP6
Page 269 of 445

Maintenance and care4
251
4-1. Maintenance and care ......... 252
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ................ 252
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ................. 254
4-2. Maintenance ........................... 257
Maintenance
requirements............................ 257
General maintenance ............. 259
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ................................... 262
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ......................... 263
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ............................... 263
Hood............................................... 266
Positioning the jack................... 267
Engine compartment............... 269
Tires ................................................. 283
Tire inflation pressure............... 293
Wheels........................................... 297Air conditioning filter .............. 299
Electronic key battery ............. 302
Checking and replacing
fuses............................................. 304
Headlight aim .............................. 318
Light bulbs..................................... 319
Page 271 of 445

253
4-1. Maintenance and care
4
Maintenance and care
■To prevent deterioration and do by corrosion
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
CAUTION
■Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi-
ciently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
NOTICE
■To protect your vehicle’s painted surfaces
Do not use organic cleaners such as benzene or gasoline.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side wiper
arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning the wipers to
their original position, do so from the passenger side first.