3
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6
5
4
3
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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................. 167
Moon roof ....................................... 170
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ...................... 176
Cargo and luggage..................... 187
Vehicle load limits ....................... 190
Trailer towing .................................. 191
Dinghy towing ...............................192
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ..............193
EV drive mode ............................200
Hybrid transmission.................. 203
Turn signal lever .......................... 209
Parking brake ................................. 211
Brake Hold .....................................214
Horn ..................................................216
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 217
Fog light switch ........................... 222
Windshield wipers and washer ................................ 223
Headlight cleaner switch ........ 230 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .......231
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control ............................. 236
Dynamic radar cruise control............................ 240
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range............. 255
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ............ 271
Intuitive parking assist ................281
Rear view monitor system ...... 294
Driving mode select switch ...305
Driving assist systems ..............308
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ...........315
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 324
•The Blind Spot Monitor
function .................................... 328
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ..........................331
Lexus night view ......................... 334
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 340
Winter driving tips ..................... 342
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4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ....................... 176
Cargo and luggage .................... 187
Vehicle load limits .......................190
Trailer towing .................................. 191
Dinghy towing............................... 192
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch.............. 193
EV drive mode ........................... 200
Hybrid transmission ..................203
Turn signal lever ......................... 209
Parking brake ..................................211
Brake Hold ..................................... 214
Horn.................................................. 216
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 217
Fog light switch............................ 222
Windshield wipers and washer.................................223
Headlight cleaner switch ....... 230
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ....... 231 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control ............................. 236
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................ 240
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............. 255
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ............ 271
Intuitive parking assist ............... 281
Rear view monitor system ...... 294
Driving mode select switch ...305
Driving assist systems.............. 308
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........... 315
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).............. 324
• The Blind Spot Monitor function .................................... 328
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.......................... 331
Lexus night view ......................... 334
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips......340
Winter driving tips ..................... 342
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Driving
Power (ignition) switch
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Press the power switch.
Continue depressing the brake pedal
until the hybrid system is completely
started.
The hybrid system can be started from
any power switch mode.
Check that the “READY” indicator is on.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
Performing the fol lowing operations when ca rrying the electronic key
on your person starts the hybrid system or changes power switch
modes.
Starting the hybrid system
1
2
3
4
5
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CAUTION
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an unpainted
metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static
electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from static electricity can
cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until
the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressur-
ized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to
come close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control system to
operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the vehicle’s painted
surface.
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Vehicle specifications
Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine9.9 qt. (9.4 L, 8.3 Imp.qt.)
Pow e r
control unit3.3 qt. (3.1 L, 2.7 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR8
0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
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Eco drive mode .....................................305
EDR (Event data recorder) .................... 11
Electric motor (traction motor) ..........72
Electric Power Steering (EPS) .......308Function ................................................. 308
Warning light .......................................738
Warning message ............................. 752
Electronic key ......................................... 120 Battery-saving function .................... 129
If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................793
Replacing the battery ...................... 694
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds........... 737
If a warning light turns on............... 737
If a warning message is displayed ........................................ 747
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .........................................796
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........793
If the hybrid system will not start....................................... 788
If the parking brake cannot be released..........................791
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 790
If you have a flat tire .......................... 775
If you think something is wrong............................................... 736
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 805
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................. 729
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................................730
If your vehicle overheats ...............800 Emergency flashers .............................728
Energy monitor .........................................112
Engine
Accessory mode .................................194
Compartment .....................................663
Engine switch ........................................193
Hood....................................................... 660
How to start the hybrid system ....193
Identification number ...................... 809
Ignition switch
(power switch) ..................................193
Overheating........................................ 800
Power switch .........................................193
Engine compartment cover..............664
Engine coolant ...................................... 668 Capacity .................................................. 813
Checking .............................................. 668
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 342
Engine coolant temperature
gauge .......................................................... 91
Engine oil ................................................. 665
Capacity .................................................... 811
Checking ...............................................665
Oil level warning message ........... 759
Oil pressure warning message........................... 748
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 342
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 650
Engine switch........................................... 193
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 308
Function ................................................. 308
Warning light ....................................... 738
Warning message............................. 752
EV drive mode ...................................... 200
Event data recorder (EDR).....................11
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Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ...........................530
HD Radio
® system .............................. 439
Head restraints ....................................... 158
Headlight cleaner................................. 230
Headlights ................................................. 217 Adaptive Front-lighting
System (AFS) .................................... 219
Discharge headlights
precautions........................................ 725
Headlight leveling
warning message .......................... 750
Light switch ............................................. 217
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 723
Wattage ................................................... 817
Headlights aim.............................. 711, 858
Head-up display..................................... 104
Heaters Air conditioning system ................. 388
Heated steering wheel ..................... 614
Seat heaters ........................................... 616
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 409
High-voltage components ...................76
Hood .......................................................... 660 Open ....................................................... 660
Warning message ............................. 754
Hooks
Cargo hooks ....................................... 607
Coat hooks ...........................................624
Luggage hook .................................... 607
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .............28
Utility hook ............................................626 Horn............................................................. 216
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ....... 76
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
air vents ..................................................... 77
Hybrid system............................................ 72 Emergency shut off system .............. 77
Energy monitor/consumption screen.......................... 111
EV drive mode ...................................200
High voltage components ................76
Hybrid System Indicator ................... 94
Hybrid system precautions ..............76
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ............340
If the hybrid system will not start .......................................788
Overheating........................................ 800
Power (ignition) switch.....................193
Starting the hybrid system...............193
Vehicle proximity notification system ......................................................73
Hybrid System Indicator .......................94
Hybrid transmission ............................ 203 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............790
Paddle shift switches........................ 205
S mode.................................................... 206
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I/M test ..................................................... 656
IdentificationEngine..................................................... 809
Vehicle ................................................... 809
Ignition switch (power switch) ..........193
Illuminated entry system .................... 599
Immobilizer system...................................81
Indicators .................................................... 89
Initialization
Maintenance........................................ 650
Moon roof ...............................................172
Power windows ................................... 168
Tire pressure warning system................................679
Initiators (tire pressure
warning system).................................685
Inside door handle lights ................... 597
Inside rear view mirror .........................162
Instrument panel light control ............ 93
Interior lights........................................... 597
Intuitive parking assist.......................... 281
Function ................................................... 281
Warning message ................ 749, 760 Jack
Positioning a floor jack......................661
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 776
Jack handle ................................................. 776
Jam protection function
Moon roof ................................................. 171
Power trunk opener and closer ............................................145
Power windows................................... 168
Keyless entry............................................ 123 Smart access system
with push-button start.................... 123
Wireless remote control..................136
Keys ............................................................. 120 Battery-Saving Function .................. 129
Electronic key ........................................120
Engine switch ........................................193
If the electronic key does not operate properly........ 793
Key number plate ................................120
Keyless entry ............................... 123, 136
Mechanical key.....................................120
Power switch .........................................193
Replacing the battery ...................... 694
Warning buzzer ................................... 127
Wireless remote control key .........136
Knee airbags ..............................................39
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