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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
NOTICE
nWhen installing a trailer hitch
lUse only the position recommended by your Lexus dealer. Do not install the
trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage.
lDo not use axle-mounted hitches, as they can cause damage to the axle housing,
wheel bearings, wheels or tires.
nSafety chain
A safety chain must always be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer.
Leave sufficient slack in the chain for turns. The chain should cross under the trailer
tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping to the ground in the case that it
becomes damaged or separated. For the correct safety chain installation proce-
dure, ask your Lexus dealer.
nDo not directly splice trailer lights
Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle's electrical system and
cause a malfunction.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
nWhen outside air temperature is below 32°F (0°C)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when is
pressed.
nWhen the indicator light on flashes
Press to turn off the cooling and dehumidification function and turn it on
again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light
continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
nAir conditioning odors
lDuring use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be
emitted from the vents.
lTo reduce potential odors from occurring:

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3-2. Using the audio system
NOTICE
nCD player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious damage to the CDs or
the player itself.
lDo not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
lDo not apply oil to the CD player.
lStore CDs away from direct sunlight.
lNever try to disassemble any part of the CD player.
lDo not insert more than one CD at a time.

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3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Front personal lights (→P. 397)
Front interior lights (→P. 397)
Shift lever light (when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode)
Rear personal lights (→ P. 397)
Rear interior light
Door courtesy lights
Scuff lights (if equipped)
Footwell lights
Outer foot lights

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3-5. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
Interior lights
Turns the lights on/off linked to
the door positions
Turns the lights on/off
Personal lights
Front
Turns the light on/off
Rear
Turns the light on/off
Interior lights and personal lights

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3-5. Using the interior lights
nIlluminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to “ENGINE START STOP” switch
mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked,
and whether the doors are open/closed.
nTo prevent battery discharge
If the interior lights remain on when the door is not fully closed and the interior light
switch (door position on/ off) is on, the lights will go off automatically after 20 min-
utes.
nCustomization
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed. (Custom-
izable features →P. 6 2 1 )
Pe r s o n a l l i g h t s

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Interior features
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features
CAUTION
nItems that should not be left in the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause
the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
lGlasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with
other stored items.
lLighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored
items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire
hazard.
Glove box
Auxiliary boxes (if equipped)
Bottle holders/door pockets
Cup holders
Console box
Under tray

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
nTo prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the engine is stopped.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the
cover is opened.