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■Vehicle width extension guide lines
Visually check the surroundings and
the area behind the vehicle. In the
case shown below, the truck appears
to be outside of the vehicle width
extension guide lines and the vehicle
does not look as if it hits the truck.
However, the rear body of the truck
may actually cross over the vehicle
width extension guide lines. In reality if
you back up as guided by the vehicle
width extension guide lines, the vehi-
cle may hit the truck.
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■If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the likely cause and
the solution, and re-check.
If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Things you should know
SymptomLikely causeSolution
The image is difficult to
see
• The vehicle is in a darkarea
• The temperature around the lens is
either high or low
• The outside tempera- ture is low
• There are water drop- lets on the camera
• It is raining or humid
• Foreign matter (mud etc.) is adhering to the
camera
• There are scratches on the camera
• Sunlight or headlights are shining directly into
the camera
• The vehicle is under flu- orescent lights, sodium
lights, mercury lights
etc.
If this happens due to
these causes, it does not
indicate a malfunction.
Back up while visually
checking the vehicle’s
surroundings. (Use the
monitor again once con-
ditions have been
improved.)
To adjust the image on
the rear view monitor sys-
tem screen. ( →P. 332)
The image is blurry
Dirt or foreign matter
(such as water droplets,
snow, mud etc.) is adher-
ing to the camera.Rinse the camera lens
with water and wipe it
clean with a soft cloth.
Wash with a mild soap if
the dirt is stubborn.
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The image is out of align-
mentThe camera or surround-
ing area has received a
strong impact.Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
The fixation guide lines
are very far out of align-
mentThe camera position is
out of alignment.Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
SymptomLikely causeSolution
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CAUTION
■When using the rear view monitor system
When backing up, be sure to check visually behind and all around the vehicle
before proceeding.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death
or serious injuries.
●The rear view monitor system is a supplemental device intended to assist the
driver when backing up. Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely
when backing up. Always make sure your intended path is clear.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.
●Never back up while looking only at the screen.
The image shown on the screen may differ from the actual state, and you could
collide with another vehicle or obstacles if backing up looking only at the screen,
possibly causing an accident. When backing up, be sure to check in front of and
behind the vehicle, both directly and with mirrors.
●Be sure to back up slowly, depressing the brake pedal to control vehicle speed.
●The instructions given are only guidelines.
When and how much to turn the steering wheel will vary according to traffic con-
ditions, road surface conditions, vehicle condition, etc. when parking. It is neces-
sary to be fully aware of this before using the rear view monitor system.
●When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will accommodate your
vehicle before maneuvering into it.
●Do not use system in the following cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
• When using tire chains or the compact spare tire
• When the trunk lid is not closed completely
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes.
●In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become faint. The
image could distort when the vehicle is moving, or you may become unable to
see the image on the screen. Be sure to check direct visually and with mirror all
around the vehicle before proceeding.
●If the tire sizes are changed, the position of the fixation guide lines displayed on
the screen may change.
●The camera uses a special lens. The distances between objects and pedestrians
that appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ from the actual dis-
tances. (→P. 277)
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■When using the rear view monitor system screen
●The position of the fixation guide lines displayed on the screen may change in
accordance with the number of passengers, the amount of cargo etc. Be sure to
check behind and all around the vehicle direct visually and with mirror before
proceeding.
●The vehicle width extension guide lines are wider than the actual width of the
vehicle. When backing up, be sure to check behind and all around the vehicle
direct visually and with mirror before proceeding.
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NOTICE
■How to use the camera
●The rear view monitor system may not operate properly in the following cases, or
if the precautions described below are not followed.
• If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the cameramay change.
• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble or modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
• Do not strongly rub the camera lens. If the camera lens is scratched, it cannot transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the cam- era or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.
• When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium light or mercury light etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.
●Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunction. If
this happens, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
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Driving mode select switch
Normal mode
For normal driving.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode when selected to
Eco drive mode or sport mode.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips
that involve frequent accelerating.
When not in Eco drive mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the
left, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.
The driving modes can be selected to suit driving condition.
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Sport mode• SPORT S mode
Assists acceleration response by controlling the hybrid system. Suit-
able for when precise handling is desirable, for example when driv-
ing on mountain roads.
When not in SPORT S mode and the driv ing mode select switch is turned to
the right, the “SPORT S” indicator come s on in the multi-information display,
and the Hybrid System Indicator changes to the tachometer. ( →P. 8 9 )
Also, on vehicles equipped with a
12.3-inch display, the driving mode
is also automatically displayed on
the “Side Display”. ( →P. 3 3 0 )
• SPORT S+ mode
Helps to ensure steering performance and driving stability by simul-
taneously controlling the steering and suspension in addition to the
hybrid system. Suitable for sporty driving.
When in SPORT S mode and the driving mode select switch is turned to the
right, the “SPORT S+” indicator comes on in the multi-information display, and
the Hybrid System Indicator changes to the tachometer. ( →P. 8 9 )
Also, on vehicles equipped with a
12.3-inch display, the driving mode
is also automatically displayed on
the “Side Display”. ( →P. 3 3 0 )
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