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Example of follow-up cruising
When following a vehicle driving slower than the set speed
The system continues follow-up cruising while adjusting for changes in the
speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance set by the driver.
Example of acceleration
When there are no longer vehicles driving slower than the set speed in
the lane ahead
When the vehicle ahead of you executes a lane change, the system slowly
accelerates until the set vehicle speed is reached. The system then returns to
fixed speed cruising.
Approach warningWhen your vehicle is too close to a vehicle ahead, and sufficient auto-
matic deceleration via the cruise control is not possible, the display will
flash and a buzzer will sound to alert the driver. An example of this would
be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle.
Apply the brakes to ensure an appropriate vehicle-to-vehicle distance.
■Warning lights and messages for dynamic radar cruise control
Warning lights, messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution while driving. ( →P. 5 2 1 )
■Switching modes
The mode cannot be switched to constant speed control mode if vehicle-to-vehicle
distance control mode has been used. The mode also cannot be switched from
constant speed control to vehicle-to-vehic le control mode. Turn the system off by
pressing the “ON-OFF” button, and turn it on again.
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■Displayed area
■Rear view monitor system cameraThe area covered by the camera is limited.
Objects which are close to either corner of
the bumper or under the bumper cannot be
seen on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may vary
according to vehicle orientation or road con-
ditions.
Corners of bumper
In the following cases, it may be difficult to
see the images on the screen, even when the
system is functioning correctly.
• In the dark (e.g. at night).
• If the temperature near the lens is
extremely high or low.
• If water droplets get on the camera, or when humidity is high (e.g. when it rains).
• If foreign matter (e.g. snow or mud) get
on the camera lens.
• If the sun or headlights are shining directly into the camera lens.
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When the Enhanced VSC/TRAC/hill-start assist control systems are
operatingIf the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping, rolling backwards when
starting on an incline, or if the rear
wheels spin, the slip indicator light
flashes to indicate that the
Enhanced VSC/TRAC/hill-start
assist control systems have been
engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that Enhanced VSC is
operating.
The stop lights and high mounted
stoplight turn on when the hill-start
assist control system is operating.
The slip indicator light flashes as
well when ABS is operating.
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)
→ P. 221
■VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering)
Adjusts the wheel turning angle in accordance with the vehicle speed and
steering wheel movement.
■VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, Enhanced VSC, TRAC, hill-start
assist control, VGRS and EPS systems.
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road sur-
faces by controlling the brakes, hybrid output, and the movement of the
front wheels.
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■Conditions that may trigger the system even if there is no danger of collision
●When there is an object by the roadside at the entrance to a curve
●When passing an oncoming vehicle on a curve
●When driving over a narrow iron bridge
●When there is a metal object on the road surface
●When driving on an uneven road surface
●When passing an oncoming vehicle on a left-turn
●When your vehicle rapidly closes on the vehicle in front
When the system is activated in the situations described above there is also a possi-
bility that the seat belts will retract quickly and the brakes will be applied with a force
greater than normal. When the seat belt is locked in the retracted position, stop the
vehicle in a safe place, release the seat belt and refasten.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. ( →P. 511, 521)
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3-3. Using the audio systemAudio system type................. 258
Using the radio......................... 261
Using the cassette player .... 270
Using the CD player .............. 274
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................ 279
Using the DVD player.......... 283
Playing DVD video/audio .... 286
Playing video CD (with DVD player) .............. 298
CD/DVD player and DVD video disc information ...... 302
Optimal use of the
audio/video system .............. 314
Using the AUX adapter ........ 319
Using the steering switches................................. 320
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............ 323
Using the Bluetooth
®
phone ..................................... 328
Setting the hands-free
system .................................... 343 3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .................... 369
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features......... 372
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ................................. 379
Vanity mirrors ......................... 380
Clock .......................................... 381
Outside temperature
display..................................... 382
Ashtrays.................................... 383
Cigarette lighter .................... 384
Power outlet ............................ 385
Seat heaters/ventilators ...... 386
Armrest .................................... 388
Rear sunshade ........................ 389
Floor mats ................................. 391
Trunk features ......................... 392
Garage door opener ............ 394
Compass .................................. 400
Lexus Link System ................. 404
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■“Day Mode”
■To turn off the picture display
If is touched, the screen display is turned off, and guidance is by voice only.When the headlights are turned on, the
screen dims. However the screen can be
switched to “Day Mode”.
The screen will stay in “Day Mode” when
the headlights are turned on until is
touched again.
If the instrument panel light control is set to
“MAX”, “Day Mode” is not displayed.
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Interior lights list
Illuminated entry system: The various lights automatically turn on/off
according to the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are
locked/unlocked, whether the doors are open/closed, and the “POWER”
switch mode.
When the instrument panel light control switch is turned to minimum, the foot
lights, inside door handle lights and shift lever light will turn off. (→P. 1 6 0 )
Outer foot light
Steering spot light
Front personal lights
(→P. 3 7 1 )
Shift lever light
Front interior lights ( →P. 3 7 0 )
Inside door handle lightsRear personal lights (→P. 371)
Rear interior lights
Door courtesy lights
Foot light
Front scuff light
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Interior lights“ON”
“OFF”
“DOOR”
The interior lights are turned on/off
by the illuminated entry system.
■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
If the interior lights, personal lights and steering spot light remain ON when the
door is not fully closed or the interior light switch in “DOOR” position, the lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Setting (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features
→P. 5 9 4 )
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