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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
Starting on a steep inclineFirmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to “D”.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving.
■ Starting the hybrid system ( P. 1 3 8 )
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to “D”. 
( P. 1 4 2 )
Release the parking brake. ( P. 1 4 7 )
Gradually release the brake peda l and gently push the accel-
erator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the shift lever in “D”, push the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift the
shift lever to “P”. (
P. 1 4 2 )
■Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in “D”, push the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 1 4 7 )
Shift the shift lever to “P”. ( P. 1 4 2 )
Stop the hybrid system.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
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■Changing “POWER” switch mode
Modes can be switched by pressing the “POWER” switch when carrying
the electronic key on your person. (The hybrid system can be started in any
mode by operating the switch at the same time as depressing the brake
pedal.)
OFF*
Emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can be
used.
The “POWER” switch indicator
turns amber.
ON mode
All electrical components can
be used.
The “POWER” switch indicator
turns amber.
*: The power cannot be switched to
OFF unless the shift lever is in “P”.

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When driving
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■When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 4 5 4
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 3 9
■Leak detection pump
Several hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear a sound coming
from underneath the luggage compartment for several minutes. This is normal
operation and does not indicate a malfunction.
CAUTION
■When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not press the
accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any circumstances. 
Doing so may cause an accident resu lting in death or serious injury.
■Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency
If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehicle,
push and hold the “POWER” switch for more than 3 seconds. 
However, do not touch the “POWER” switch while driving except in an emergency.
If the hybrid system stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could lead to an
unexpected accident.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
Do not leave the “POWER” switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods
without the hybrid system on.
■When starting the hybrid system
●Do not race the hybrid system.
●If the hybrid system becomes difficult to st art or stalls frequently, have the hybrid
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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■Automatic light off system
The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds after all doors are closed if the
“POWER” switch has been switched to ACCESSORY mode or turned OFF while
the headlights are turned on. (The lights turn off immediately if the button on the
key is pressed after all doors are locked.)
To turn the lights on again, switch to ON mode, or turn the light switch off once and
then back to the or position.
■Automatic headlight leveling system
The level of the headlights is automatica lly adjusted according to the number of
passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the headlights do
not interfere with other road users.
■If the indicator flashes...
It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed. 
(Customizable features P. 5 7 2 )
NOTICE
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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3-3. Using the audio system
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■Control icon screen
Touch any part of the screen if no icons are shown while watching
video, the following screen appears.
DVD video mode
If appears on the screen when yo u touch an icon, the operation rel-
evant to that control is not permitted.
Return to top menu screen
Hide control icons
Return to 
menu screen Rewind
Stop Fa st f or ward
Playback
Pa u s e
Menu control key
Go to page 2
Search desired screen
Return to menu screen Change audio language Change subtitle language
Initial DVD setup
Return to 
page 1
Change angle
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Interior features
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DVD audio mode
If appears on the screen when yo u touch an icon, the operation rel-
evant to that control is not permitted.
Change the 
audio format
Change angle
Initial DVD setup
Select menu number
Return to 
page 1
Change subtitle language
Return to previous screen Go to next screen Return to registered screen Return to top menu screen
Hide control icons
Rewind
Stop Fa st for wa rd
PlaybackPa u s e
Go to page 2
Search 
desired screen Menu control key
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3-3. Using the audio system
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■Selecting a menu number (DVD audio mode only)
Touch in the control icons.
Input the desired menu number on
the screen and touch .
Using the DVD menu
Touch or in the control icons. 
Touch if the menu control key does not appear on the
menu screen. Touch , , or to select a
menu item, then touch to
select.
: Moves icons up or down.
: Hides icons. To display icons, touch .
:Returns to previous screen.
Note that specific items or the oper ating method differs from one DVD to
another. Refer to the manual that comes with the DVD disc. (The above image is
an example.)
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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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To u c h .
To u c h .
Input the passkey displayed on
screen into your phone.
If the message “Bluetooth* con-
nection successful” is displayed,
registration is complete.
If the message “Bluetooth* con-
nection failed. Please check the
“Passkey” and the settings of the
telephone” is displayed, start again
from the beginning.
*: Bluetooth is a registered trade-mark of Bluetooth SIG. Inc.
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