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1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows
Window lock switchPress the switch down to lock the
passenger window switches.
The indicator will come on.
Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.
The passenger windows can still be
opened and closed using the
power window switches on the
driver’s side even if the lock switch
is on.
The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:
Closing
One-touch closing
*
Opening
One-touch opening
*
*: Pushing the switch in the oppo- site direction will stop window
travel partway.
Indicator

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■Door lock linked window operation
●The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key. *
(→ P. 5 4 4 )
●The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control. *
(→ P. 5 8 )
*: This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.
■When the 12-volt battery is disconnected
The window lock switch is disabled. If necessary, press the window lock switch after
reconnecting the battery.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 5 8 4 )
CAUTION
■Closing the windows
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a
position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
●Do not allow children to operate the power windows.
Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in some
instances, even death.
●To prevent inadvertent power windows operation, never let a small child have and
use the wireless remote control. ( →P. 5 8 )
Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in some
instances, even death.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection func-
tion.
●The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before
the window fully closes.

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■The moon roof can be operated when
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■Operating the moon roof after turning the hybrid system off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 43 seconds even after the
“POWER” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It cannot, how-
ever, be operated once either front door is opened.
■Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon roof is
closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly.
■To reduce moon roof wind noise
Drive with the moon roof opened to slightly before the fully open position as driving
with the moon roof opened fully will cause wind noise.
■Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will
open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
■Door lock linked moon roof operation
●The moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.*
(→ P. 5 4 4 )
●The moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control.* However, this
function is available only when the door windows can be opened and closed
with the wireless remote control. ( →P. 5 8 )
*: This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.

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■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 5 8 4 )
CAUTION
■Opening the moon roof
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehicle while
it is moving.
●Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
■Closing the moon roof
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a
position where it could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.
●Do not allow children to operate the moon roof.
Closing the moon roof on someone can cause death or serious injury.
●To prevent inadvertent moon roof operation, never let a small child have and use
the wireless remote control. ( →P. 5 8 )
Closing the moon roof on someone can cause death or serious injury.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection func-
tion.
●The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before
the moon roof fully closes.

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1-7. Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forced entry is
detected.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set:
● A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the entry function, wireless remote control or mechan-
ical key. (The doors will lock again automatically.)
● The hood is opened.
■ Setting the alarm system
Without navigation system
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all the doors
using the entry function or wire-
less remote control. The system
will be set automatically after
30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
With navigation systemClose the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all the doors
using the entry function or wire-
less remote control. The system
will be set automatically after
30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.

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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:
● Unlock the doors or trunk.
● Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY or ON mode, or
start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)

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■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■When the 12-volt battery is disconnected
Be sure to cancel the alarm system.
If the 12-volt battery is disconnected before canceling the alarm, the system may be
triggered when the battery is reconnected.
■Alarm-operated door lock
●When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
●Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and make
sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the 12-volt
battery.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door,
the trunk or hood.
●The 12-volt battery is recharged or
replaced when the vehicle is locked.

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1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture
Drive with a good posture as follows:
Sit upright and well back in
the seat. (→P. 6 8 )
Adjust the position of the seat
forward or backward to
ensure the pedals can be
reached and easily
depressed to the extent
required. ( →P. 6 8 )
Adjust the seatback so that
the controls are easily opera-
ble. ( →P. 6 8 )
Adjust the tilt and telescopic
positions of the steering
wheel downward so the air-
bag is facing your chest.
(→ P. 8 3 )
Lock the head restraint in
place with the center of the
head restraint closest to the
top of your ears. ( →P. 7 5 )
Wear the seat belt correctly.
(→ P. 7 7 )