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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.
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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.................................................... 40
Trunk..................................................... 44
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 48
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................................. 49
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ............. 53
Head restraints................................. 55
Seat belts ............................................ 57
Steering wheel.................................. 63
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 64
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........... 76
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 79
Alarm..................................................... 81
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 84
SRS airbags ....................................... 86
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 97
Child restraint systems ............... 102
Installing child restraints ............. 106
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle ......................... 118
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 126
Automatic Transmission ............ 130
Turn signal lever............................. 133
Parking brake ................................. 134
Horn.................................................... 135
1Before driving
2When driving
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 492
Fuel information ........................... 502
Tire information............................ 505
6-2. Customization Customizable features................ 517
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 525
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.......................... 528
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 529
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ..................................... 531 Abbreviation list ................................... 542
Alphabetical index .............................. 544
What to do if... ...................................... 558
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index
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Pictorial indexInterior
Power window switches P. 68
SRS front passenger airbag P. 86
SRS knee airbags P. 86
SRS driver airbag P. 86
Floor mat P. 339
Console box P. 319
Seat belts P. 57
Front seats P. 48
SRS side airbags P. 86
Power outlet P. 329
AUX port P. 258
USB port∗ P. 240, 247
Cup holders P. 321
Armrest P. 334
Head restraints P. 55
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Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys-
tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
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Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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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 ........................................... 40
Trunk ............................................. 44
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .................................. 48
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ........................... 49
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ........ 53
Head restraints .......................... 55
Seat belts ..................................... 57
Steering wheel........................... 63
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ......................................... 64
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 ...... 76
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system.... 79
Alarm............................................. 81
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 84
SRS airbags ................................ 86
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 97
Child restraint systems ......... 102
Installing child restraints....... 106
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■Impact detection door lock release system
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, all the doors are unlocked.
Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, however, the system
may not operate.
■Using the mechanical key
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. (→P. 4 8 0 )
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 5 1 7 )
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in
death or serious injury.
●Always use a seat belt.
●Always lock all doors.
●Ensure that all doors are properly closed.
●Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehicle and it
may result in serious injury or death.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even if the
inside lock buttons are in locked position.
●Set the rear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear seat.