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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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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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When driving
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Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the
“POWER” switch is in ON mode, the wipers will operate once to show
that AUTO mode is activated.
If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 90 C (194 F) or higher, or -
15 C (5 F) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case,
operate the wipers in any mode other than “AUTO”.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid tank.
CAUTION
Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode (vehicles
with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your
fingers etc. do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from
the rising or setting of the sun intermit-
tently strikes the windshield, or if bugs
etc. are present on the windshield.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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Setting the vehicle speed (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode)
Press the “ON-OFF” button
to activate the cruise control.
Radar cruise control indicator
will come on.
Press the button again to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate the
vehicle to the desired speed,
and push the lever down to
set the speed.
“SET” will be displayed.
The vehicle speed at the
moment the lever is released
becomes the set speed.
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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Adjusting the set speed
To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set
speed is displayed.
Increases the speed
Decreases the speed
Fine adjustment: Momentar-
ily move the lever in the
desired direction.
Large adjustment: Hold the
lever in the desired direction.
In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will
be increased or decreased as follows:
When the set speed is shown in “km/h”
Fine adjustment: By approximately 5 km/h (3.1 mph) each
time the lever is operated
Large adjustment: By approximately 5 km/h (3.1 mph) for each
0.75 seconds the lever is held
When the set speed is shown in “MPH”
Fine adjustment: By approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) each time
the lever is operated
Large adjustment: By approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) for each
0.75 seconds the lever is held
In the constant speed control mode (P. 263), the set speed will
be increased or decreased as follows:
Fine adjustment: By approximately 1.6 km/h (1 mph) each time
the lever is operated
Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased
continually until the lever is released.

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When driving
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Selecting conventional constant speed control mode
Constant speed control mode differs from vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode. When constant speed control mode is selected,
your vehicle will maintain a set speed regardless of whether or not
there are other vehicles in the lane ahead.
Press the “ON-OFF” button
to activate the cruise control.
Press the button again to deacti-
vate the cruise control.
Switch to constant speed
control mode.
(Push the lever forward and
hold for approximately one
second.)
Cruise control indicator will
come on.
When in constant speed control
mode, to return to vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control mode,
push the lever forward again
and hold for approximately 1
second.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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When using the rear view monitor system
The anti-glare function of the inside rear view mirror will be canceled.
Automatic shut off
The display will be turned off automatically after 5 minutes.
Display mode
The rear view monitor display mode can be adjusted when the “POWER”
switch is in ON mode and the shift position is in R.
To permanently disable the monitor.
Push and hold the “AUTO” button for 12 to 15 seconds.
The monitor will turn off and on after 6 seconds. Continue holding the
button down until the display turns back off.
The indicator should flash orange.
The monitor will not automatically turn on again after the “POWER”
switch is turned OFF and ON.
To manually turn on the monitor when it is turned off.
Push the “AUTO” button. The indicator should turn green.
Displayed area
The area covered by the camera is lim-
ited. Objects which are close to either
corner of the bumper or under the bumper
cannot be seen on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may
vary according to vehicle orientation or
road conditions.
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to (outside air)
mode in situations where the windows need to be defogged.
Pollen removal mode
In order to prevent the windshield from fogging up when the outside air
is cold, the following may occur:
• Outside air mode does not switch to (recirculated air) mode.
• The air conditioning system operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute.
In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .
When outside air temperature is below 0 C (32 F)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when
is pressed.
Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
In the Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows
to prioritize fuel efficiency:
Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/
cooling capacity
Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
Adjust the fan speed
Turn off Eco drive mode
Customize the air conditioning control of Eco drive mode. (P. 667)

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Air conditioning odors
During 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.
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of
time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in AUTO
mode.
Customization
Settings (e.g. enable/disable automatic operation of the air conditioning
compressor when the “AUTO” switch ON) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 667)
CAUTION
To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use
during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking
your vision.