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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For US ownersReporting safety defects for US owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of informat ion contained in this manual.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ..................... 112
Headlight switch .............................. 112
Fog light switch ................................ 114
Windshield wipers and washer............................................... 115
Rear window wiper and washer.............................................. 118
Headlight cleaner switch ............. 119
2-4. Using other driving systems... 120 Cruise control ................................ 120
Rear view monitor system ......... 123
Lexus night view system ............. 126
AHC (Active Height Control Suspension) .................................. 130
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension) .................................. 138
Four-wheel drive system............ 139
Driving assist systems.................. 142
2-5. Driving information ................... 146 Off-road precautions .................. 146
Cargo and luggage ........................ 151
Vehicle load limits ......................... 155
Winter driving tips ........................ 156
Trailer towing .................................. 160
Dinghy towing ................................ 170 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger .............. 172
Automatic air conditioning system (without navigation
system)............................................. 172
Rear air conditioning controls........................................... 180
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ............. 182
3-2. Using the audio system............ 183 Audio system type (without navigation system) ..................... 183
Using the radio............................... 185
Using the cassette player .......... 194
Using the CD player.................... 197
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 204
Using the steering switches ..... 206
Rear seat audio system .............. 209
3-3. Using the interior lights ........... 212 Interior lights list............................. 212
3-4. Using the storage features..... 215 List of storage features ............... 215
3Interior features
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Power window switch
P. 37
Pictorial indexInterior
Seat belt P. 24Front passenger airbag P. 54
Driver airbag P. 54
Head restraint P. 23
Front seat P. 12
SRS side airbag P. 54
Console box P. 215
Ashtray P. 225
Cup holders P. 215
Armrest P. 233
Floor mat
P. 234
Rear seat audio system
P. 209
Rear seat P. 14
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Trip information display P. 110
Clock P. 223
Outside temperature display
P. 224
Security indicator light
P. 47,49
Audio system
P. 183
AIRBAG ON and OFF
indicator
P. 67
Front passenger's
seat belt reminder
switch
P. 67,340
Air conditioning system P. 172
Outside rear view mirror
defogger switch
P. 182
Rear air conditioning switch P. 180
Emergency flashers
Center differential lock/
unlock switch
P. 139
Antenna switch
P. 193
Rear window defogger switch P. 182
Without navigation system
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
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Rear air conditioning switch P. 180Outside rear view mirror
defogger switch
P. 182
Audio system*
Rear window defogger switch P. 182
Front passenger's
seat belt reminder
switch
P. 67,340
AIRBAG ON and OFF
indicator
P. 67
Clock P. 223Outside te
mperature
display
P. 224
Navigation system*
Center differential lock/
unlock switch
P. 139
Antenna switch
P. 193
Emergency flashers
Security indicator
light
P. 47,49
With navigation system
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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Starting the engine
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■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
■Ignition switch
LOCK:
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
ACC:
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can be
used.
ON:
All electrical components can
be used.
START
■ Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the ignition key to the “START” position and start the
engine.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
Shift the shift lever to “P”.
Push in the key and turn to the
“LOCK” position.STEP1
STEP2
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Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ........... 172
Automatic air conditioning system (without navigation
system).......................................... 172
Rear air conditioning controls........................................ 180
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers........... 182
3-2. Using the audio system ......... 183 Audio system type (without navigation system) .................. 183
Using the radio ............................ 185
Using the cassette player........ 194
Using the CD player .................. 197
Optimal use of the audio system ......................................... 204
Using the steering switches ...................................... 206
Rear seat audio system .......... 209 3-3. Using the interior lights ........ 212
Interior lights list .......................... 212
3-4. Using the storage features ................................... 215
List of storage features ............ 215
3-5. Other interior features......... 221 Sun visors ....................................... 221
Vanity mirror ............................... 222
Clock.............................................. 223
Outside temperature display ......................................... 224
Ashtrays ........................................ 225
Cigarette lighter ........................ 227
Power outlet ................................ 228
Seat heaters ................................ 230
Coat hooks .................................. 232
Armrest ......................................... 233
Floor mats .................................... 234
Luggage compartment features....................................... 235
Garage door opener............... 237
Compass....................................... 242
Lexus Link System .................... 246
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Interior features
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type (without navigation system)
■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system's speakers if a cellular phone
is being used inside or close to the ve hicle while the audio system is operating.
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
CD player with changer, cassette player and AM/FM radio.
Ti t l ePa g e
Using the radioP. 1 8 5
Using the cassette playerP. 1 9 4
Using the CD playerP. 1 9 7
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 2 0 4
Using the steering switchesP. 2 0 6
Rear seat audio systemP. 2 0 9