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1-8. Safety informationCorrect driving posture ............. 107
SRS airbags ..................................... 109
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 121
Child restraint systems ............... 126
Installing child restraints ............. 130
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle ........................ 142
Power (ignition) switch ............... 152
EV drive mode ............................... 157
Hybrid transmission ..................... 160
Turn signal lever ............................ 166
Parking brake ................................. 167
Horn.................................................... 168
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 169
Indicators and warning lights ... 173
Multi-information display ............ 177
Head-up display ............................ 183 2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch .............................. 191
Automatic High Beam ................ 196
Fog light switch ............................. 202
Windshield wipers and washer ........................................... 204
Headlight cleaner switch ............. 211
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................................ 212
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 216
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .... 230
Driving assist systems................. 238
Hill-start assist control ............... 243
Pre-Collision System.................. 245
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ..................... 254
Vehicle load limits........................ 257
Winter driving tips ...................... 258
Trailer towing .................................. 261
Dinghy towing ............................... 262
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Telephone switches *2P. 347
Multi-information
switches
P. 177
Audio remote
control switches
*2P. 322
Cruise control switch∗ P. 212, 216
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button
∗ P. 216
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)
switch
∗ P. 230
Horn P. 168
Talk switch *2P. 347

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle.................. 142
Power (ignition) switch .......... 152
EV drive mode.......................... 157
Hybrid transmission ............... 160
Turn signal lever ....................... 166
Parking brake ........................... 167
Horn ............................................ 168
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ................ 169
Indicators and warning lights ......................................... 173
Multi-information display ..... 177
Head-up display ...................... 183
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch....................... 191
Automatic High Beam ........... 196
Fog light switch ...................... 202
Windshield wipers and washer ................................... 204
Headlight cleaner switch....... 211 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.......................... 212
Dynamic radar cruise control ..................................... 216
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ....... 230
Driving assist systems ........... 238
Hill-start assist control ......... 243
Pre-Collision System ............ 245
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............... 254
Vehicle load limits .................. 257
Winter driving tips ................. 258
Trailer towing ............................ 261
Dinghy towing......................... 262

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2-1. Driving procedures
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Horn
■After adjusting the steering wheel (manually adjustable type only)
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (→P. 8 3 )
To sound the horn, press on or
close to the mark.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Fuse layout and amperage ratingsEngine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1HTR50 AAir conditioning system
2RDI40 AElectric cooling fans
3OIL PMP10 AHybrid system, transmission
4S-HORN10 ANo circuit
5ABS MAIN NO.27. 5 AElectronically controlled brake system
6H-LP CLN30 AHeadlight cleaner
7P- CO N M T R30 A
P position control system, hybrid sys-
tem, smart access system with push-
button start
8AMP NO.130 AAudio system, back door opener
9IGCT30 APCU, IGCT NO.2, IGCT NO.3,
hybrid system

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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10P CON MAIN7. 5 A
P position control system, hybrid sys-
tem, smart access system with push-
button start
11AM27. 5 A
Smart access system with push-button
start, hybrid system, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, P position con-
trol system, cruise control system,
dynamic radar cruise control system
12ECU-B27. 5 A
Smart access system with push-button
start, multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, trunk opener switch
13MAYDAY10 AMAYDAY
14ECU-B310 AAir conditioning system, rear window
defogger, mirror heater
15TURN & HAZ10 ATurn signal lights, emergency flashers
16ETCS10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
17ABS MAIN NO.120 AElectronically controlled brake system
18P/ I 240 A
P position control system, hybrid sys-
tem, transmission, smart access sys-
tem with push-button start, horn,
headlights (low beam), back-up lights
19ABS MTR 130 AElectronically controlled brake system
20ABS MTR 230 AElectronically controlled brake system
21H-LP HI MAIN20 AHeadlights (high beam)
22AMP NO.230 AAudio system, navigation system
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
■ The hybrid system will not star t even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( →P. 152)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly.* ( →P. 544)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.* ( →P. 1 0 1 )
● There may be a malfunction in the P position control system.*
(→ P. 155, 513)
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is avail-
able to start the hybrid system. ( →P. 4 6 9 )
*: It may not be possible to shift out of the P position.
■The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 547)
● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Emergency start functionWhen the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the “POWER” switch is
functioning normally: Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 547)
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.