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2-2. Instrument cluster..................... 148Gauges and meters ..................... 148
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 152
Multi-information display ........... 155
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ................... 158
Headlight switch ............................ 158
Fog light switch ................................ 161
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 162
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 165
2-4. Using other driving systems ....................................... 166
Cruise control ................................ 166
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 169
Intuitive parking assist ................. 180
Rear view monitor system ......... 195
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) .................. 199
Driving assist systems................ 200
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......................................... 206
2-5. Driving information .................. 210 Cargo and luggage ...................... 210
Vehicle load limits ......................... 214
Winter driving tips ........................ 215
Trailer towing ................................. 220
Dinghy towing ................................ 221 3-1. Using the touch screen .......... 224
Touch screen ................................. 224
Setting the touch screen ........... 227
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ............ 232
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................ 232
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ............ 240
3-3. Using the audio system............ 241 Audio system type ........................ 241
Using the radio.............................. 244
Using the cassette player ......... 253
Using the CD player................... 257
Playing MP3 and WMA discs.................................. 262
Using the DVD player ............... 266
Playing DVD video/audio ................................. 269
Playing video CD .......................... 281
DVD player and DVD video disc information ............ 285
Optimal use of the audio/video system .................. 297
Using the AUX adapter............ 302
Using the steering switches ........................................ 303
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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)................ 306
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) .................. 306
Using the Bluetooth
® phone ..... 311
Setting the hands-free system ............................................ 326
3-5. Using the interior lights .......... 352 Interior lights list............................ 352
3-6. Using the storage features .... 355 List of storage features.............. 355
3-7. Other interior features........... 362 Sun visors......................................... 362
Vanity mirror .................................. 363
Clock ................................................. 364
Outside temperature display ........................................... 365
Ashtrays ........................................... 366
Cigarette lighter ........................... 367
Power outlet .................................. 368
Seat heaters/ventilators ............ 369
Armrest ............................................. 371
Rear sunshade ............................... 372
Floor mats........................................ 374
Trunk features................................ 375
Garage door opener.................. 377
Compass......................................... 383
Lexus Link System ....................... 387 4-1. Maintenance and care............ 402
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 402
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ................... 405
4-2. Maintenance............................. 408 Maintenance requirements .... 408
General maintenance ................. 410
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 413
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance............................. 414
Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 414
Hood................................................... 417
Positioning a floor jack................ 418
Engine compartment.................. 420
Tires ................................................... 435
Tire inflation pressure................. 445
Wheels.............................................. 449
Air conditioning filter................... 451
Electronic key battery ................ 454
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 456
Headlight aim.................................. 471
Light bulbs ....................................... 474
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Tire
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 435
P. 517
P. 551
P. 556
Tail lights P. 158
Side marker light P. 158
Trunk P. 55
Rear window defogger P. 240
Door P. 50
Fuel filler door P. 83
Turn signal light P. 146
∗: If equipped
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1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Inside rear view mirror
■To prevent sensor error
CAUTION
■While driving
Do not adjust the position of the mirror.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and an accident, or resulting in
death or serious injury.
In the auto mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles
behind and automatically reduces the reflected light.
Turns auto mode on/off
The indicator comes on when
auto mode is turned on.
The mirror is automatically set to
auto whenever the “POWER”
switch is turned ON mode.
To ensure correct functioning of the sensors,
do not touch or cover the sensors.
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1-7. Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is
detected.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations.
●A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the smart access system with push-button start, wire-
less remote control or mechanical key. (The doors will lock again
automatically.)
● The hood is opened while the vehicle is locked.
■ Setting the alarm system
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
●Unlock the doors or trunk.
● Turn the “POWER” switch to the ACCESSORY or ON mode.
(The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
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■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unintended triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following.
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof (if equipped) are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door, the trunk or hood.
●The 12 volt battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
■When the 12 volt battery is disconnected
Be sure to cancel the alarm system.
If the 12 volt battery is disconnected before canceling the alarm, the system may be
triggered when the battery is reconnected.
■Pa n i c m o d eWhen is pushed for longer than about
one second, the headlights/tail lights/emer-
gency flashers will flash, the front and rear
interior lights will come on, and an alarm will
sound for about 60 seconds to deter any
person from trying to break into or damage
your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, push any button on the
wireless remote control.
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1-8. Safety information
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Airbag system components
Occupant detection system
(ECU and sensors)
Front passenger’s seat belt
buckle switch
Knee airbag
Front passenger airbag
Curtain shield airbag
Front side airbag
Side and curtain shield airbag
sensorCurtain shield and rear side
airbag sensor
SRS warning light
Rear side airbag (if equipped)
Driver airbag
Driver’s seat belt buckle switch
Driver’s seat position sensor
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG
OFF” indicator lights
Airbag sensor assembly
Front airbag sensor
Curtain shield airbag
Can help protect primarily the head of front occupants and rear out-
board occupants.
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1-8. Safety information
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Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system
■Adult*1
■Child*3 or child restraint system*4
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “A I R B A G
ON”
SRS warning light Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
*2
DevicesFront passenger airbag and knee airbag
Activated
Side airbag in the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag
on the front passenger side
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “A I R B A G
OFF”*5
SRS warning light Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
*2
DevicesFront passenger airbag and knee airbag
Deactivated
Side airbag in the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag
on the front passenger side Activated
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner
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