2014 LEXUS LX570 Owners Manual

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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Displayed area
Front camera Masking
This section is masked to prevent the
driver from moving the vehicle while
watching only the wide view front monitor
screen. The driver must visually confirm
this area directly.
Camera’s field of view
Objects visible to the camera
Objects not visible to the camera
Parts of the vehicle (bumper, grille, etc.)

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Side camera
The area covered by the camera is limited. Objects which are close to either corner
of the bumper or under the bumper cannot be seen on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may vary according to vehicle orientation or road
conditions. ■
Wide view front & side monitor cameras
In the following cases, it may be difficult to see the images on the screen, even when
the system is functioning correctly.
• In the dark (e.g. at night).
• If the temperature near the lens is extremely high or low.
• If water droplets get on the camera, or when humidity is high (e.g. when it rains).
• If foreign matter (e.g. snow or mud) get on the camera lens.
• If the sun or headlights are shining directly into the camera lens.
• If the camera lens is damaged by flying stones. Camera’s field of view
Objects visible to the camera
Right side of vehicle
Side camera
Front camera

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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Smear effect
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Flicker effect
When the camera is used un der fluorescent lights, sodium lights, or mercury lights
etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.
CAUTION■
When using the wide view front & side monitor system
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or
serious injuries. ●
Never depend solely on the monitor system. ●
Always check visually to confirm your intended path is clear. ●
Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces differ from actual dis-
tances. ●
Do not use the system if the hood or th e front passenger’s door is not completely
closed. If a bright light (for example, sunlight
reflected off the vehicle body) is picked up by
the camera, a smear effect
* peculiar to the
camera may occur.
* : Smear effect – A phenomenon that occurs
when a bright light (for example, sunlight
reflected off the vehicle body) is picked up
by the camera; when transmitted by the
camera, the light source appears to have a
vertical streak above and below it. The
vertical streak also appears in the masked
areas.

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
Conditions which may affect the wide view front & side monitor system ●
If the front of the vehicle or the passenger side outside rear view mirror is hit, the
camera’s position and mounting angle ma y change. Contact your Lexus dealer.●
Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in
cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally. ●
If the camera lens is dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. Rinse with water and
wipe with a soft cloth. If extremely dirty, wash with a mild cleanser and rinse. ●
The displayed image may be darker and mo ving images may be slightly distorted
when the system is cold. ●
Situations unsuitable for wide view front & side monitor
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow.
• When using tire chains or emergency tires.
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes. ●
If the tires are changed, the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen
may be incorrect. When changing the tires, consult your Lexus dealer. ●
Depending on the circumstances of the vehicle (number of passengers, amount
of luggage, etc.), the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may
change. Be sure to check visually behind and all around the vehicle before pro-
ceeding. ●
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.

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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) NOTICE■
When a solid object is close by
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When using the wide view front & side monitor
Even if an obstacle is no longer visible on the side monitor, do not turn the steering
wheel further in the direction the vehicle is turning until the vehicle has moved com-
pletely past the obstacle. If the steering wh eel is turned to full lock, the vehicle will
turn in the smallest possible turning circle, and may collide with the obstacle. The screen’s guide lines are designed for level
surfaces (road surface etc.) or flat walls etc.
When driving near the obstacle, the obstacle
may be displayed as outside the projected
course line, and it may seem that there is no
danger of a collision, however any sections
protruding from the wall may project over the
course line and the vehicle may actually col-
lide with the obstacle.
In cases such as this were the projected
course line passes clos e to obstacles, always
visually check the surroundings for safety.
Protruding section of wall
Wall displayed on screen

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 4-Wheel AHC (Active Height Control Suspension) The 4-Wheel AHC adjusts the vehicle height in accordance with driving
conditions. There are 3 selectable modes, “HI” (high), “N” (normal), and
“LO” (low).
Easy access mode switch
Height control OFF switch
Height select switch

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Selecting vehicle height
Higher
Lower
Display
Current mode The vehicle is in the “N” (normal)
height mode in the illustration.
and show directions in which it
is possible to adjust the vehicle
height.
Height up
Height down
Height control “OFF” indicator When the height control “OFF”
indicator is displayed, the vehicle
height will not change even if the
height select switch is operated.

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LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Vehicle height modes
Push the height select switch to “  ” to step up one height mode, and pull
to “  ” to step down one height mode. (Ex. When in the low height mode,
push to “  ” once to switch to the normal height mode, and twice to switch
to the high height mode.)
■ “HI” (high) height mode
Vehicle height is about 2.0 in. (50 mm) higher at the front, and about
2.4 in. (60 mm) higher at the rear than the normal mode height.
This mode is suitable when driving on bumpy roads or through water.
High height mode is only available when the vehicle speed is under 18
mph (30 km/h).
■ “N” (normal) height mode
The standard vehicle height. This mode is suitable fo r ordinary driving.
When driving at high sp eeds, the vehicle height is automatically low-
ered by 0.8 in. (20 mm) in the front and 0.6 in. (15 mm) in the rear, to
ensure excellent aerodynamic characteristics and stability.
If the vehicle speed drops, norm al height mode is automatically
resumed.
■ “LO” (low) height mode
Vehicle height is about 2.4 in. (60 mm) lower at the front, and about 1.6
in. (40 mm) lower at the rear than the normal mode height.
This mode allows easy access to the vehicle.
Low height mode is only available when the vehicle is travelling at
7 mph (12 km/h) or less. When the vehicle speed exceeds 7 mph (12
km/h), normal height mode is automatically selected.