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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 26
Wireless remote control ............. 38
Doors..................................................... 41
Trunk..................................................... 45
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 49
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................................ 50
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ............. 54
Head restraints................................. 56
Seat belts ........................................... 58
Steering wheel.................................. 64
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 65
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 66
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 68
Moon roof ............................................ 71 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 75
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 78
Alarm................................................... 80
Theft prevention labels (for USA) ......................................... 82
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 83
SRS airbags ...................................... 85
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 96
Child restraint systems ................ 101
Installing child restraints ............. 105
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .......................... 116
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 124
Automatic Transmission ............ 128
Turn signal lever............................... 131
Parking brake ................................. 132
Horn.................................................... 133
1Before driving
2When driving
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 354
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 357
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .... 360
General maintenance ................ 362
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 365
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................................. 366
Hood.................................................. 370
Positioning a floor jack................ 371
Engine compartment.................. 373
Tires ................................................... 387
Tire inflation pressure................. 396
Wheels............................................. 400
Air conditioning filter.................. 402
Electronic key battery ................ 404
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 406
Headlight aim ................................. 415
Light bulbs ........................................ 417 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 428
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 429
If you think something is wrong ......................................... 435
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 436
Event data recorder.................... 437
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 439
If a warning message is displayed....................................... 449
If you have a flat tire...................... 461
If the engine will not start ............ 471
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............................. 473
If you lose your keys .................... 474
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............... 475
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................................... 477
If your vehicle overheats .......... 480
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 483
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises
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CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of
alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol
and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,
which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers
or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts
the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a mobile phone or reading can
result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or
others.
■General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or
use the key.
When left unattended, children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle
into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing
with the cigarette lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehi-
cle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can
be fatal to children.
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1-1. Key informationKeys ............................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and
trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .................... 26
Wireless remote control ........ 38
Doors ............................................. 41
Trunk ............................................. 45
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ................................... 49
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) .......................... 50
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ........ 54
Head restraints .......................... 56
Seat belts .................................... 58
Steering wheel........................... 64
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ......................................... 65
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 66 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows .......................... 68
Moon roof .................................... 71
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 75
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system.... 78
Alarm............................................ 80
Theft prevention labels (for USA) .................................. 82
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 83
SRS airbags ................................ 85
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 96
Child restraint systems .......... 101
Installing child restraints....... 105
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Keys
Using the mechanical keyTake out the mechanical key.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the entry
function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart accesssystem with push-button start
( o P. 2 6 )
• Operating the wireless remote control function
( o P. 3 8 )
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
■When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch OFF and lock the glove box and the armrest
door as circumstances demand. ( oP. 45, 312, 331)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
■Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that
a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key
number plate. ( oP. 4 74 )
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■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any
buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an
electronic key in your bag etc, ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed
accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves
that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
●Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high temperatures by
placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.
●Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any material that
blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.
●Do not disassemble the electronic key.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors ( oP. 2 7 )
Unlocks the trunk ( oP. 2 7 )
Starts the engine ( oP. 1 2 4 )
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Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)
When locking or unlocking
the doors
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 2.3 ft. (70 cm) of
any of the outside door han-
dles. (Only the doors detect-
ing the key can be operated.)
When unlocking the trunk
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 2.3 ft. (70 cm) of
the trunk release button.
When starting the engine
or changing “ENGINE
S TA R T S TO P ” s w i t c h
modes
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
inside the vehicle.