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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel, etc.)
Inside rear view mirror
■To prevent sensor error
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not adjust the position of the mirror.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and may cause an accident, result-
ing 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.
Press the button for longer than
3 seconds to turn auto mode
on/off.
The indicator comes on when
auto mode is turned ON.
The anti-glare mirror is auto-
matically set to auto mode
whenever the engine switch is
turned to the “ON” position.
To ensure correct functioning of the sensors,
do not touch or cover the sensors.

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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
■The power windows can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■Linked door lock window operation
●The power windows can be opened and closed using the key. (→P. 2 6 )
●The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control. ( →P. 2 4 )
■Retained accessory power operation
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the
engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. They cannot, however, be
operated once the driver’s or fr ont passenger’s door is opened.
■Jam protection function
If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame, window
travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly.
■When the battery is disconnected
The power windows must be initialized in order to ensure proper operation.
(Perform for each window with the switch for each seat.)
Open the window halfway.
Fully close the window by pulling the switch up and continue holding the
switch for 1 second.
The indicator on the switch changes from a flashing pattern to being on when initial-
ization are complete.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 4 3 6 )
STEP1
STEP2

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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Moon roof
Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and
down.
■Opening and closing
Open
Close
To stop partway, press the switch
lightly.
■Tilt up and down
Tilt down
Tilt up
To stop partway, press the switch
lightly.

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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
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Before driving
■The moon roof can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■Linked door lock moon roof operation
●The moon roof can be opened and closed using the key. (→P. 2 6 )
●The moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control. ( →P. 2 4 )
■Retained accessory power operation
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the
engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. It cannot, however, be
operated once the driver’s door is opened.
■Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing or tilting
down, travel is stopped and th e moon roof opens slightly.
■If the moon roof cannot be closed automatically
Keep the switch depressed.
■Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will
open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
■When the battery is disconnected
The moon roof must be initialized in order to ensure proper operation.
Close the moon roof fully.
Hold down the “TILT UP” button until th e moon roof tilts all the way up and
then tilts down a little automatically.
To ensure initialization is complete, make sure automatic opening and
closing functions work properly.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 4 3 6 )
STEP1
STEP2
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Before driving
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
■Before refueling the vehicle
Stop the engine and ensure that all the doors and windows are
closed.
■ Opening the fuel tank cap
Pull the fuel filler door lever.
To remove the fuel tank cap,
turn the cap slowly counter-
clockwise, then pause slightly
before removing it.
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1-5. Refueling
Closing the fuel tank capWhen installing the cap, turn it
clockwise until one click is heard,
in order to fully close it.
The cap returns slightly when your
hand is released from the cap after
closure, however this does not
cause any problems.
Hang the fuel tank cap on the
back of the fuel filler door.STEP3
■Fuel types
Use premium unleaded gasoline. (91 Octane Rating [Research Octane Number
96] or higher)
■Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 23 gal. (87 L, 19.1 Imp. gal.)

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object.
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle.
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. For vehicles sold in Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s
on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the engine switch has been
turned to the “LOCK” position
to indicate that the system is
operating.
FCC ID: MOZRI-20BTY

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Alarm
Deactivating or stopping the alarmDo one of the following:
● Unlock the doors using the key or the wireless remote control.
● Start the engine.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unintended triggering of the alarm, check that there is no one in the vehi-
cle, and that all windows and the moon roof are closed before locking the vehicle.
■When the battery is disconnected
Be sure to cancel the alarm system.
If the battery is discharged before canceling the alarm, the system may be triggered
when the battery is reconnected.
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is
detected.
To arm the alarm, exit the vehi-
cle, make sure that the doors
and hood are closed, and lock
all the doors.
The system will operate auto-
matically once the indicator
begins to flashing.