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1-7. Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
: If equipped
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is
detected.
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the
alarm is set:
A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than
using the entry function (vehicles with a smart entry & start
system) or wireless remote control.
The hood is opened.
The intrusion sensor detects something moving inside the
vehicle. (An intruder gets in the vehicle.) (if equipped)
The tilt sensor detects a change of vehicle inclination. (if
equipped)
The back door window is broken. (if equipped)
Setting the alarm system
Close the doors and hood,
and lock all the doors using
the entry function (vehicles
with a smart entry & start
system) or wireless remote
control. The system will be
set automatically after 30
seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle........... 186
Power (ignition) switch .... 198
EV drive mode ................. 204
Hybrid transmission ......... 207
Turn signal lever .............. 216
Parking brake ................... 217
Horn ................................. 218
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ........... 219
Indicators and warning
lights .............................. 225
Multi-information
display ............................ 2292-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch .............. 235
Fog light switch ............... 239
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 241
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 247
Headlight cleaner switch . 249
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control .................. 250
Dynamic radar cruise
control ............................ 255
Lexus parking
assist-sensor ................... 273
Rear view monitor
system ............................ 282
Driving assist systems ..... 291
Hill-start assist control ..... 296
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system)........................... 299
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 308
Winter driving tips ............ 311
Trailer towing .................. 315

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2-1. Driving procedures
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Turn signal lever
Turn signals can be operated when
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intention
of the driver:
Right turn
Left turn
Lane change to the right
(push and hold the lever
partway)
The right hand signals will
flash until you release the
lever.
Lane change to the left
(push and hold the lever
partway)
The left hand signals will
flash until you release the
lever.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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Instrument panel light control
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by
turning the dial.
Brighter
Darker
When the headlight switch is
turned to ON, the brightness
will be reduced slightly unless
the control dial is turned fully
up.
When the dial is turned fully
down, the cup holder light and
the footwell lights will turn off.
(P. 445)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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Indicators and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center
panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all
indicators and warning lights illuminated.
Instrument cluster
Center panel

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*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to the
ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light
fl h f t th l t i di t th t th t i ti
Shift position indicators
(P. 207)SRS airbag on-
off
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2-2. Instrument cluster
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CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these
systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could
result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional immediately if this occurs.
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 571)
*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
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(if equipped)
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch
The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.
Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
The front position,
tail, license plate
and instrument
panel lights turn on.
The headlights and
all lights listed
above turn on.
The headlights and
front position lights
turn on and off auto-
matically.
(When the
“POWER” switch is
in ON mode.)