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Interior features
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Open (press the button)
Unlock with the mechanical
key
Lock with the mechanical key
Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Trunk opener main switch
The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box. (P. 188)
Removing the insert
The insert inside the glove box can be removed.
The glove box door
An SRS knee airbag for the front passenger’s seat is built into the glove box
door.
(P. 44)
Glove box
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2
3
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Interior features
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Sun visors and vanity mirrors
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side
position, flip down, unhook,
and swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position,
then slide it backward.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
Sun visors
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2
3
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the hybrid sys-
tem is off.
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Seat heaters/seat ventilators
: If equipped
The seat can be warmed and air from the seat can improve ventila-
tion.
Front seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)/rear seat heat-
ers (if equipped)
Seat heater switches
The indicator light (yellow) on the
switch comes on when the seat
heater is operating.
Seat ventilator switches (front
seats only)
The indicator light (green) on the
switch comes on when the seat
ventilator is operating.
Level indicator lights
The seat heater temperature level
or the seat ventilator fan speed
level (for front seats only) is dis-
played.
“AUTO” indicator lights
Front seats
Rear seats
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2
3
4
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Interior features
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Modes and indicators
The mode can be changed by pressing the switch.
*: When automatic mode is selected, the level automatically changes
depending on the air conditioning settings.
Mode“AUTO” indicator lightLevel indicator lights
OffOffOff
Automatic*On3 to 1, or off
HiOff3
MidOff2
LoOff1
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Seat heater switches
Level indicator lights
The seat heater temperature level
is displayed.
Modes and indicators
The mode changes each time the switch is pressed as follows:
*: The mode changes automatically depending on the amount of time that
has elapsed. The amount of time until the mode changes varies depending
on the interior temperature when the seat heater was operated and other
factors.
Seat heaters (without seat ventilators) (if equipped)
1
2
ModeLevel indicator lightsAutomatic operation*
OffOff
Hi3Hi Mid Lo
Mid2Mid Lo
Lo1Lo
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Interior features
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Seat ventilator switches
Level indicator lights
The seat ventilator fan speed level
is displayed.
Modes and indicators
The mode changes each time the switch is pressed as follows:
Seat ventilators (without seat heaters) (if equipped)
1
2
ModeLevel indicator lights
OffOff
Hi3
Mid2
Lo1
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9047-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the hybrid system will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (P. 911)
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (P. 91)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse.
However, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim mea-
sure is available to start the hybrid system. (P. 905)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 913)
The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the
situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate proce-
dure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct start-
ing procedure is being followed. (P. 246)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
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When trouble arises
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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. 913)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When 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.
Shift the shift lever to P.
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 any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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2
3
4