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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and the trailer
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P. Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so
only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and
trailer wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into P and turn off the engine.
● When restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in the P position, start the engine. Be sure
to keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into 3, 2, L, or R position (if reversing).
Release the parking brake and brake pedal, and slowly pull or
back away from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces.
If fluid gets on your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.
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Maintenance and care
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37RAD NO.115 AAudio system, navigation system, rear
seat entertainment system
38AM27. 5 AStarter system
39RAD NO.210 ANavigation system
40MAYDAY7. 5 AMAYDAY
41AMP30 AAudio system
42ABS NO.150 AABS, VSC
43ABS NO.230 AABS, VSC
44AIR PMP50 AAir pump
45SECURITY10 ASecurity horn, self power siren, double
lock ECU
46SMART7. 5 ASmart access system with push button
start
47STRG LOCK20 ASteering lock system
48TOW I N G B R K30 ATo w i n g
49WIP RR15 ARear window wiper
50DOME10 A
Interior lights, personal lights, vanity
lights, door courtesy lights, footwell
lights, outer foot lights, overhead
module
FuseAmpereCircuit
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Warning lightWarning light/Details
SRS warning lightMalfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
ABS warning lightMalfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Slip indicator light
Malfunction in:
•The VSC;
• The active traction control system;
• The downhill assist control system
*;
• The hill-start assist control system
*; or
• Crawl Control system*.
The indicator will blink when the system listed above is
operational. ( →P. 3 3 2 )
(Flashing)
“PCS” warning light*
Indicates a malfunction in the pre-collision system.
(→ P. 3 3 8 )
(Flashing)
“AFS OFF” indicator light*
Indicates a malfunction in the AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System). (→ P. 223)
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Lexus dealer. The
vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may
fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and
operate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
4WDFour Wheel Drive
ABSAnti-Lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift control
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
AV SAdaptive Variable Suspension System
CRSChild Restraint System
DACDownhill Assist Control system
DISPDisplay
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
EFIElectric Fuel Injection
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
GCWRGross Combination Weight Rating
GPSGlobal Positioning System
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
HIHigh
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CFront automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 384
Rear automatic air conditioning
system ................................................. 400
ABS............................................................ 330
Active traction control......................... 331
Adaptive front lighting system ........ 223
Adaptive variable suspension system...................................................... 316
AFS ............................................................. 223
Air conditioning filter ..........................640
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .......................640
Front automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 384
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 400
Airbags Airbag deployment
conditions............................................. 126
Airbag precautions for your
child.........................................................133
Airbag warning light ....................... 688
Front passenger occupant classification system....................... 140
General airbag pr ecautions .......... 132
Locations of airbags.............................121
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................................... 137
Proper driving posture ...................... 119
Side airbag precautions ...................134
Side and curtain shield airbags deployment conditions ................. 126
Side and curtain shield airbag precautions .........................................135
SRS airbags ..............................................121 Alarm............................................................ 116
Antenna ......................................................413
Anti-lock brake system ......................330
Armrest .................................................... 554
Audio input................................................451
Audio system
Antenna.................................................... 413
Audio input............................................. 451
AUX adapter ........................................ 451
CD player/changer ........................... 416
MP3/WMA disc................................424
Optimal use ......................................... 449
Portable music player ....................... 451
Radio ....................................................... 408
Steering wheel audio switch........ 452
USB memory ...................................... 440
Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ....................... 640
Front automatic air conditioning system.................................................. 384
Rear automatic air conditioning system.................................................. 400
Automatic light control system....... 220
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ...................186
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................................736
S mode .....................................................189
AUX adapter ...........................................451
Auxiliary box .............................. 525, 560
AVS..............................................................316
Back door Back door .................................................54
Wireless remote control .................. 48A
B
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Alphabetical index
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Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) .................................... 331
Lane Departure Alert......................... 268
LDA ........................................................... 268
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 670
Light bulbs
Replacing...............................................660
Wattage ................................................. 763
Lights Door courtesy lights ............................511
Emergency flasher switch ............. 674
Engine switch light ................................511
Fog light switch................................... 233
Hazard light switch........................... 674
Headlights switch .............................. 220
Inside door handle light......................511
Interior lights list .....................................511
Personal/interior lights ..................... 513
Replacing light bulbs .......................660
Running board lights ...........................511
Scuff lights .................................................511
Shift lever light .........................................511
Turn signal lever................................... 192
Vanity lights .......................................... 532
Wattage ................................................. 763
Load capacity ........................................ 359
Luggage cover ...................................... 560
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 602
General maintenance ..................... 597
Maintenance data ..............................752
Maintenance requirements ..........595 Meter
Instrument cluster light
control ................................................... 196
Meters....................................................... 195
Micro dust and pollen filter...............394
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......................96
Side mirror heater ............................ 404
Side mirrors ............................................. 97
Vanity mirrors ......................................532
Moon roof................................................. 104
MP3 disc .................................................. 424
Multi-information display Brightness control ...............................216
Multi-information display ........ 204, 212
Multi Terrain ABS.................................330
Multi-terrain Monitor..........................298
Multi-terrain Select ..............................290
Noise from under vehicle..................... 20
Odometer................................................. 195
Off-road precautions..........................348
Oil Engine oil................................................. 610
Opener
Fuel filler door ....................................... 109
Hood ....................................................... 607
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding.......................... 97
Driving position memory .................. 79
Outside temperature display ............212
Overhead console ...............................525
Overheating, Engine........................... 744
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