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CAUTION
■When using the rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system is a supplemental device intended to assist the driver
when backing up. 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.
●Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when backing up. The image
and the position of the guide lines displaye d on the screen may differ from the actual
state.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.
●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 condi-
tions, road surface conditions, vehicle condit ion, etc. when parking. It is necessary to
be fully aware of this before using the rear view monitor system.
●When parking, be sure to check that the par king space will accommodate your vehi-
cle before maneuvering into it.
●Do not use the rear view monitor 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 dire ct visually and with the mirrors all around
the vehicle before proceeding.
●If the tire sizes are changed, the position of the fixed 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 distances.
( P. 2 2 4 )
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If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, the TRAC and VSC systems may
reduce power from the engine to the wh eels. Pressing VSC OFF switch to turn
the system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
■Turning off the TRAC system only
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly
press and release the switch.
The “TRAC OFF” will be shown on
the multi-information display. Press
the switch again to turn the system
back on.
■Turning off both TRAC/VSC systems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems
off, press and hold the switch for
more than 3 seconds while the vehi-
cle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will
come on and the “TRAC OFF” will
be shown on the multi-information
display.
*
Press the switch again to turn the sys-
tems back on.
*: On vehicles with pre-collis ion system, pre-collision brak e assist and pre-collision
braking will also be disabled. The pre-co llision system warning light will come on
and the message will be shown on the multi-information display. (P. 2 4 0 )
Disabling the TRAC/VSC systems
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◆ Pre-collision warning
When a high possibility of a frontal
collision is detected, the pre-colli-
sion system warning light flashes, a
buzzer sounds and a message is
shown on the multi-information dis-
play to urge the driver to take eva-
sive action.
◆Pre-collision brake assist
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system applies
greater braking force in relation to ho w strongly the brake pedal is depressed.
The system may not warn the driver using a warning light, warning display and
buzzer when the system detects and judges braking operations.
◆Pre-collision braking
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system warns the
driver using a warning light, warning di splay and buzzer. If the system deter-
mines that a collision is unavoidable, the brakes are automatically applied to
reduce the collision speed.
◆Suspension control (vehicles with Ad aptive Variable Suspension System)
When the system determines that there is a high possibility of a frontal colli-
sion, the operation of Adaptive Variable Suspension System ( P. 2 3 5 ) o p t i -
mally controls the damping force of the shock absorber.
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
: If equipped
When the radar sensor detects the possibility of a frontal collision, brakes are
automatically engaged to lessen im pact as well as vehicle damage.
The pre-collision system can be turned on and off as necessary by operating
the switch. ( P. 2 4 1 )
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■Obstacles not detected
The sensor cannot detect plastic obstacles such as traffic cones. There may also be occa-
sions when the sensor cannot detect pedestrians, animals, bicycles, motorcycles, trees,
or snowdrifts.
■Situations in which the pre-collision system does not function properly
The system may not function effectively in situations such as the following:
●On roads with sharp bends or uneven surfaces
●If a vehicle suddenly moves in front of your vehicle, such as at an intersection
●If a vehicle suddenly cuts in front of your vehicle, such as when overtaking
●In inclement weather such as heav y rain, fog, snow or sand storms
●If the vehicle is skidding when VSC is not operating
●When an extreme change in vehicle height occurs
●When only part of your vehicle’s front end collides with, or contacts, a vehicle or object
in a frontal collision
●When the radar sensor moves off position due to its surrounding area being subjected
to a strong impact
■Automatic cancelation of the pre-collision system
When a malfunction occurs due to sensor cont amination, etc. that results in the sensors
being unable to detect obstacles, the pre-collision syst em will be automatically disabled.
In this case, the system will not activate even if there is a collision possibility.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
The pre-collision system warning light will flas h and warning messages will be displayed.
( P. 4 5 6 , 4 6 5 )
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■The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to
see.
■Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer hearing
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as high
audio volume.
■When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, warning mes-
sages will be displayed: ( P. 4 6 5 )
●There is a malfunction with the sensors
●The sensors have become dirty
●The outside temperature is extremely high or low
●The sensor voltage has become abnormal
■Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID : OAYSRR2A
This device complies with part 15 of the FC C Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
Applicable law : Canada 310
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Frequency bands : 24.05 - 24.25GHz
Output power : less than 20 milliwatts
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5-1. Basic OperationsLexus Display Audio System ......................................... 260
Steering wheel audio switches....................................... 265
USB/AUX ports ......................... 266
5-2. Setup Setup menu ...................................267
General settings ......................... 268
Voice settings ................................ 271
Display settings ............................272
5-3. Using the audio system Selecting the audio source .....273
Optimal use of the audio system ........................................... 274
Audio settings.............................. 275
Audio menu screen operation .................................... 278
5-4. Using the radio Radio operation ........................... 281
5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation ................ 287
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5-6. Using an external device
Listening to an iPod ................... 293
Listening USB memory device ........................................... 296
Using the AUX port................. 300
5-7. Connecting Bluetooth
®
Steps for using Bluetooth®
devices .......................................... 301
Registering a Bluetooth
®
device .......................................... 303
Selecting a Bluetooth
®
device .......................................... 304
Connecting a Bluetooth
®
audio player .............................. 305
Connecting a Bluetooth
®
phone .......................................... 306
Displaying a Bluetooth
®
device details ............................307
Detailed Bluetooth
®
settings........................................ 308
5-8. Bluetooth
® Audio
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio........................................... 309 5-9. Bluetooth
® Phone
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone .............................................. 311
Making a call ................................. 313
Receiving a call ............................ 316
Speaking on th e phone..............317
Using a Bluetooth
®
phone message......................... 319
Using the steering wheel switches........................................ 321
Bluetooth
® phone
settings ........................................ 322
5-10. Phonebook Contact settings ......................... 324
Messaging setting...................... 327
5-11. Bluetooth
®
What to do if... (Troubleshooting).................... 328
Bluetooth
®......................... 332
5-12. Other function “Information” screen ................. 337
USB photo ....................................338
Weather information ................340
Voice command system ........... 341
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: If equipped
Use the following buttons to start listening to the audio system.
Display Audio operation buttons
Eject a disc.
Seek up or down for a radio station, or to access a desired track or file.
Except radio and A/V mode: Pause or resume playing a track.
Radio and A/V mode: Turn mute on/off
Select a radio station band, track or file.
Disc slot
Display the media top screen.
Display the radio top screen.
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