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4-2. Driving procedures
■When the steering lock cannot be released
■Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended if
the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this
case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10 seconds, the steering
lock motor will resume functioning.
■When “Check Access System with Elec. Key” is displayed on the multi-information
display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
■If the “READY” indicator does not come on
If the “READY” indicator does not come on when you press the “POWER” switch
with the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, contact your Lexus dealer
immediately.
■If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→P. 7 7 0
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
→P. 7 1 9
■Operation of the “POWER” switch
●When operating the “POWER” switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the switch
is pressed improperly, the hybrid system may not start or the “POWER” switch
mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
●If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the “POWER”
switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the
“POWER” switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid sys-
tem.
■If the smart access system with push-button start has been deactivated in a cus-
tomized setting
→P. 8 1 0
“Steering Lock active” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press the
“POWER” switch while turning the steering
wheel left and right.

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4-2. Driving procedures
■Switching to EV drive mode when the gasoline engine is cold
If the hybrid system is started while the gasoline engine is cold, the gasoline engine
will start automatically in order to warm up. In this case, you will become unable to
switch to EV drive mode.
After the hybrid system has started and the “READY” indicator has illuminated,
press the EV drive mode switch before the gasoline engine starts to switch to EV
drive mode.
■Automatic cancelation of EV drive mode
When driving in EV drive mode, the gasoline engine may automatically restart in the
following situations. When EV drive mode is canceled, a buzzer will sound and the
EV indicator will flash 3 times and go off.
●The hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes low.
The remaining battery level indicated in the “Energy Monitor” screen or the multi-
information display is low. ( →P. 112)
●Vehicle speed becomes more than about 25 mph (40 km/h).
●The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly.
When it is possible to inform the driver of automatic cancelation in advance, a prior
notice screen will appear on the multi-information display.
■Possible driving distance when driving in EV drive mode
EV drive mode’s possible driving distance ranges from a few hundred meters to
approximately 1.3 mile (2 km). Driving is possible at speeds of less than approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h). However, depending on vehicle conditions, there are sit-
uations when EV drive mode cannot be used.
(The distance that is possible depends on the hybrid battery [traction battery] level
and driving conditions.)
■Fuel economy
Your Lexus is designed to achieve the best possible fuel economy during normal
driving (using the gasoline engine and electric motor [traction motor]). Driving in EV
drive mode more than necessary may lower fuel economy.

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3074-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
CAUTION
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire
inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the
driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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3615-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
■Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys
●Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the “START STOP
ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch to IGNITION ON mode will recall that key’s
registered air conditioning settings.
●When the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> is turned off, the current air con-
ditioning settings will automatically be registered to the electronic key that was
used to unlock the vehicle.
The system may not operate correctly if more than one electronic key is in the vicinity
or if the smart access system with push-button start is used to unlock a passenger
door.
Settings for the electronic key and the corresponding door can be changed.
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the
ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi-
ately after is pressed.
■Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Selecting on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effec-
tively.
●If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■Windshield fog detection function (if equipped)
When automatic mode is set, the humidity sensor ( →P. 364) detects fog on the
windshield and controls the air conditioning system to prevent fog.
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the outside/
recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in pre-
venting outside air from entering the vehicl e interior. During cooling operation, set-
ting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the tem-
perature setting or the inside temperature.

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys
●Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the “START STOP
ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch to IGNITION ON mode will recall that key’s
registered air conditioning settings.
●When the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> is turned off, the current air con-
ditioning settings will automatically be registered to the electronic key that was
used to unlock the vehicle.
The system may not operate correctly if more than one electronic key is in the vicinity
or if the smart access system with push-button start is used to unlock a passenger
door.
Settings for the electronic key and the corresponding door can be changed.
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the
ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi-
ately after is pressed.
■Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Selecting
on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.
●If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■Windshield fog detection function (if equipped)
When automatic mode is set, the humidity sensor ( →P. 377) detects fog on the
windshield and controls the air conditioning system to prevent fog.
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the outside/
recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in pre-
venting outside air from entering the vehicl e interior. During cooling operation, set-
ting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the tem-
perature setting or the inside temperature.

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5-3. Using the Lexus Display Audio system
■Traffic announcement
Select “Traffic” on the “Options”
screen.
“TRAF SEEK” appears on the screen,
and the radio will start seeking any
station broadcasting traffic program
information.
If no traffic program station is found,
“No Traffic” appears on the screen.
HD Radio™ Technology is the digital evolution of analog AM/FM radio. Your radio
product has a special receiver which allows it to receive digital broadcasts (where
available) in addition to the analog broadcasts it already receives. Digital broadcasts
have better sound quality than analog broadcasts as digital broadcasts provide free,
crystal clear audio with no static or distortion. For more information, and a guide to
available radio stations and programming, refer to www.hdradio.com
.
HD Radio™ technology information (if equipped)
HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corpora-
tion. U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD, HD Radio, and “Arc” logos
are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp.

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Interior features
■About the phonebook in this system
The following data is stored for every registered phone. When another phone is con-
necting, you cannot read the registered data.
●Phonebook data
●Call history date
●Speed dial
When you delete the phone, the above-mentioned data is also deleted.
■When you release your car
Be sure to initialize your data. ( →P. 3 4 7 )
■About Bluetooth®
■Compatible models
This system supports the following service.
●Bluetooth® Specification:
Ver. 1.1 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 2.1+EDR or higher)
●Profiles:
• HFP (Hands Free Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 1.5 or higher) This is a profile to allow hands-free phone calls using the cellular phone or head
sets. It has an outgoing and incoming call function.
• OPP (Object Push Profile) Ver. 1.1 or higher This is a profile to exchange phonebook data. When the Bluetooth
® phone has
PBAP and OPP, OPP cannot be used.
• PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher This is a profile to transfer phonebook data.
If your cellular phone does not support HFP, you cannot enter the Bluetooth
® phone.
You need to take OPP or PBAP service individually.
Please go to the website at http://www.lexus.com/MobileLink
to find approved por-
table players for this system. The Bluetooth
® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
PIONEER CORPORATION is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners.

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5-3. Using the Lexus Display Audio system
■Phonebook data
Phonebook data is managed for every registered phone. When another phone is
connecting, you cannot read the registered data.
■Setting the phonebook in a different way (To display the “Contacts” screen)Display the “Phone” screen. ( →P. 4 5 9 )
Select “Contacts” on the “Phone” screen.
Select “Options” on the “Contacts” screen.
Select “Manage Contacts” on the “Contacts” screen.
■When transferring a phone number
Transfer the phone number while engine is running .
If your cellular phone is OPP or PBAP compatible, you may need to input “1234” by
your cellular phone for OBEX certification.
■When you have selected “Update Contacts” to transfer the phone number
●If your cellular phone does not support PBAP service, you cannot use this function.
●If your phone supports PBAP service, you can transfer the phonebook data with-
out operating your phone.
■When you have selected “Replace Contacts” or “Add Contacts” to transfer the
phone number
If your cellular phone does not support OPP service, you cannot use these functions.
You can transfer the phonebook data only by operating your phone.
■Transferring the phone number in a different way (To display the “Transfer Con-
tacts” screen) Display the “Phone” screen. ( →P. 4 5 9 )
Select “Contacts” on the “Phone” screen.
Select “Transfer” on the “Contacts” screen.
■Transferring the phone number while Bluetooth® audio is playing
Bluetooth
® audio will disconnect. It will reconnect automatically when data transfer
finishes. It will not be reconnected depending on the phone you are using.
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