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■The Multi-terrain Select can be operated when
●Vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (12 km/h)
●Crawl Control is off
■When using Multi-terrain Select
The following functions cannot be switched on or off.
●VSC
●Active TRAC
●Second start mode
A message will be shown on the multi-information display stating that these func-
tions cannot be switched using the VSC OFF switch or the menu and “ENTER”
switches.
■When selecting a terrain mode
If you are unsure which mode is appropriate, select MOGUL when the four-wheel
drive control switch is in L4 or select MUD & SAND when it is in H4.
■When it is difficult to generate traction
MUD & SAND mode provides the largest amount of tire slippage, followed by
LOOSE ROCK, MOGUL and ROCK mode.
Drivability can be improved by selecting a mode which provides a smaller amount
of tire slippage than the current mode when the amount of tire slippage is large, or
conversely selecting a mode which provides a larger amount of tire slippage than
the current mode when the amount of tire slippage is small.
■When the vehicle is stuck
Switching the transfer and differential
For the operation of the following functions, refer to the following pages.
●Four-wheel drive system ( →P. 3 1 7 )
●Center differential lock ( →P. 3 1 8 )
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■When the TRAC or Active TRAC operates continuously
→P. 335
■When the four-wheel drive control switch is in L4 position
If the Multi-terrain Select system is not operating and the four-wheel drive control
switch is in L4, TRAC OFF will be shown on the multi-information display.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
The Multi-terrain Select indicator light will blink. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately.
CAUTION
■When using the Multi-terrain Select
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or
serious injuries:
●There is a chance that the selected mode may not be the most appropriate in
terms of road conditions such as pitch, slipperiness, undulation, etc. ( →P. 2 9 1 )
●Multi-terrain Select is not intended to expand the limits of the vehicle. Check the
road conditions thoroughly beforehand, and drive safely and carefully.
NOTICE
■Precaution for use
The Multi-terrain Select is intended for use during off-road driving. Do not use the
system at any other time.
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Multi-terrain Monitor∗
∗: If equipped
The Multi-terrain Monitor displays the vehicle surroundings when driving
at low speeds, thus assisting off-ro ad driving and helping the driver to
check the vehicle surroundings.
The Multi-terrain Monitor displays the vehicle surroundings automati-
cally when a mode is being selected on the Multi-terrain Select.
● You can switch between 4 different images (front, side-front, side-
rear and rear) by operating the switch.
● By using the front and side monitors to identify objects in the vicinity
or path of the tires, you can help to prevent the vehicle from becom-
ing stuck unexpectedly while driving.
Multi-information display
Accessory meter (vehicles
without navigation system) or
touch screen (vehicles with
navigation system)
“ENTER” switch
Menu switch
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■Switching the image
Select any mode using the Multi-terrain Select system.
(→P. 2 9 0 )
Move the “ENTER” switch
upwards or downwards to
select “CAM. POSITION”, and
press the “ENTER” switch.
The camera view can be
switched by moving the
“ENTER” switch upwards or
downwards.
Each time the switch is oper-
ated, the mark on the multi-
information display will move
and the image displayed on the
monitor will switch.
Front monitor*1
Side-front simultaneous dis-
play monitor
*2
Side-rear simultaneous dis-
play monitor
*2
Rear monitor*3
*1: Cannot be selected if the shift lever is in R.
*2: The displayed icon differs in accordance with shift position.
*3: Cannot be selected if the shift lever is not in R.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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■When lowering the vehicle
In order to prevent the vehicle height from rising as occupants leave the vehicle,
lowering control will occur for a short while after the engine has been stopped.
■The rear height control air suspension failure warning
●If a malfunction occurs in the rear height control air suspension, N mode is auto-
matically selected. However, the system may not switch to N mode depending
on the location of the malfunction.
●The warning message is displayed on the multi-information display, and the rear
height control air suspension cannot be activated until the malfunction is cor-
rected.
Stop the engine and start it again. If the warning message turns off, the system is
operating correctly. If the warning message continues to be displayed, have
your vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
CAUTION
■The rear height control air suspension must be turned off when
In the following situations, the automatic leveling function may cause vehicle height
to change, resulting in an unexpected accident:
●When jacking up the vehicle, installing tire chains or tying the vehicle with chains/
wires for transportation via flat bed truck (Turn off the rear height control air sus-
pension and stop the engine.)
●When the vehicle must be towed or disconnecting a trailer (Put the vehicle height
in N mode and turn off the rear height control air suspension.)
●When the vehicle is stuck (Turn off the rear height control air suspension.)
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Crawl Control∗
∗: If equipped
Allows travel on extremely rough off-road surfaces at a fixed low speed
without pressing the accelerator or brake pedal. Minimizes loss of traction
or vehicle slip when driving on slippery road surfaces, allowing for stable
driving.
■ Crawl Control switch
ON/OFF switch
Speed selection switch
■ System operation
On/off
The Crawl Control indicator is
lit and the slip indicator flashes
when operating.
Also, the operating status and
speed select status of the Crawl
Control are shown on the multi-
information display.
Higher
Lower
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■Automatic system cancelation
In the following situations, the system is canceled automatically:
At that time, the buzzer will sound, the slip indicator turns off, and the Crawl Con-
trol indicator flashes.
A notification will be displayed on the multi-information display for several seconds.
(→ P. 6 9 8 )
●When the shift lever is moved to P or N.
●When the four-wheel drive control switch is in H4.
●When the driver’s door is opened.
When turning off Crawl Control while traveling, stop the vehicle before the Crawl
Control indicator turns off, or drive extremely carefully.
■Function limit
●In the following situations, you will be able to use brake control to drive downhill
at a fixed low speed, but you will be unable to use engine control to drive uphill
at a fixed low speed.
• When the driving mode is set to second start mode.
• When the vehicle speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h).
●In the following situation, engine control and brake control will stop temporarily:
At that time, the Crawl Control indicator flashes.
When the vehicle speed is higher than 15 mph (25 km/h).
■When the Crawl Control system is operated continuously
This may cause the brake actuator to overheat. In this case, the Crawl Control sys-
tem will stop operating, a buzzer will sound, the Crawl Control indicator will turn off
after flashing and the TRAC OFF will be shown on the multi-information display. In
this case, quickly stop the vehicle in a safe place and give the actuator adequate
time to cool off. Refrain from using the system until the message goes off. (The vehi-
cle can be driven normally during this time.)
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■Operating tips
The system will operate when the shift lever is in a position other than P, however to
make effective use of the system it is recommended that the shift lever be shifted to
2 or 1 range of S mode.
■If the four-wheel drive control switch is in H4
The system does not operate.
■When the downhill assist control system is operated continuously
This may cause the brake actuator to overheat. In this case, the downhill assist con-
trol system will stop operating, a buzzer will sound and the DAC indicator will start
flashing, and the TRAC OFF will be shown on the multi-information display. Refrain
from using the system until the DAC indicator stays on and the message goes off.
(The vehicle can be driven normally during this time.)
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the DAC
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred in DAC.
●Either of the following conditions may occur when the DAC is operating. None
of these are indicators that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■System malfunction
●The DAC indicator does not come on when the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
●The “DAC” indicator does not come on when the “DAC” switch is pressed.
●The slip indicator comes on.
In the above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer.
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