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The sensor sensitivity can be adjusted when “AUTO” is selected.Increases the sensitivity
Decreases the sensitivity
Washer/wiper dual operation
The wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer squirts.
Vehicles with headlight cleaners: If the
headlights are on, the headlight cleaners
will operate once.
■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■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.
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●The raindrop sensor judges the amount of
raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not oper-
ate properly when sunlight from the rising or
setting of the sun intermittently strikes the
windshield, or if bugs etc. are present on the
windshield.
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WA R N I N G
■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 wind-
shield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your fingers etc. do not
become caught in the windshield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fl uid until the windshield becomes warm. The
fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
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2004-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Rear window wiper and washer∗
Turning the end of the lever turns on the rear window wiper and washer.
Intermittent operation
Normal operation
Washer/wiper dual operation
Washer/wiper dual operation
■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
∗: If equipped
Operating the wiper lever
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4
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
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Headlight cleaner switch∗
Press the switch to clean the headlights.
■The headlight cleaners can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode and the headlight switch is turned on.
■Windshield washer linked operation
Only for the first time when the windshield washer is operated with the power switch in
ON mode and the headlights on, the he
adlight cleaners will operate once.
( → P. 1 9 6 )
∗: If equipped
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
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2344-5. Using the driving support systems
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■If you notice any symptoms
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
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Things you should know
Likely causeSolution
‰ The image is difficult to see
• The vehicle is in a dark area
• The temperature around the lens is
either high or low
• The outside temperature is low
• There are water droplets on the cam- era
• 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 fluorescent 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 conditions have been
improved.)
The image on the rear view monitor
system screen can be adjusted.
(→ P. 335)
‰ The image is blurry
Dirt or foreign matter (such as water
droplets, snow, mud etc.) is adhering 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 stub-
born.
‰The image is out of alignment
The camera or surrounding area has
received a strong impact.Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
‰The fixed guide lines are very far out of alignment
The camera position is out of alignment.
Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
• The vehicle is tilted (there is a heavy
load on the vehicle, tire pressure is low
due to a tire puncture, etc.)
• The vehicle is used on an incline.If this happens due to these causes, it
does not indicate a malfunction.
Back up while visually checking the vehi-
cle’s surroundings.
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NOTICE
■How to use the camera
●The rear view monitor system may not operate properly in the following cases.
• If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the camera maychange.
• 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 vehi-
cle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera 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 illuminate d 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 any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.
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◆PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped)
→P. 2 4 4
◆Emergency brake signal
When the brakes are applied suddenly, the stop lights automatically flash to
alert the vehicle behind.
The slip indicator light will flash while
the VSC/TRC/ABS systems are oper-
ating.
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRC system may reduce power
from the hybrid system to the wheels. Pressing to turn the system off may
make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
To turn the TRC system off, quickly
press and release .
The “TRC OFF” indicator light will come
on.
Press again to turn the system
back on.
When the VSC/TRC/ABS systems are operating
Disabling the TRC system
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Hill-start assist control
To engage hill-start assist control, fur-
ther depress the brake pedal when the
vehicle is stopped completely.
A buzzer will sound once to indicate the
system is activated. The slip indicator
will also start flashing.
■Hill-start assist control operating conditions
●The system operates in the following situations:
• The shift position is in a position other than P.
• The parking brake is not applied.
• The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
●Hill-start assist control cannot be operated wh ile the slip indicator light is illuminated.
■Hill-start assist control
●While hill-start assist control is operating, the brakes rema in automatically applied after
the driver releases the brake pedal. The stop lights and the high mounted stoplight turn
on.
●Hill-start assist control operates for about 2 seconds after the brake pedal is released.
●If the slip indicator does not flash and the buzzer does not sound when the brake pedal
is further depressed, slightly reduce the pressure on the brake pedal (do not allow the
vehicle to roll backward) and then firmly depr ess it again. If the system still does not
operate, check if the operating conditions explained above have been met.
■Hill-start assist control buzzer
●When hill-start assist control is activated, the buzzer will sound once.
●In the following situations, hill-start assist control will be canceled and the buzzer will
sound twice.
• No attempt is made to drive the vehicle wi thin approximately 2 seconds of releasing
the brake pedal.
• Push the P position switch.
• The parking brake is applied.
• The brake pedal is depressed again.
• The brake pedal has been depressed for more than approximately 3 minutes.
Assists with starting off and temporarily maintains braking power even if the
foot is removed from the brake pedal when starting off on an incline or a slip-
pery slope.
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