2014 LEXUS RX270 ECO

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2-2. Instrument cluster
RX350/270_EE
●In the following situations, the window close operation will stop partway:
• The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
• The “ENTER” switch was pressed.
• The window lock switch was turned on.
• The jam protection function was activated.
• The windows were opened or closed by the wireless remote control.
If the power window switch of any of the door is operated while in windows close
suggestion mode, the windows close operation of that door will stop partway.
■Eco Driving Indicator
■Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or
the display may take longer than normal to change.
●When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 25km/h [16mph])
●When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a
garage, tunnel, etc.)Eco Driving Indicator Light
During Eco-friendly acceleration (Eco
driving), Eco Driving Indicator Light will
turn on.
Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display
Suggests Eco driving range with current
Eco driving ratio based on acceleration.
Zone of Eco driving
Eco driving ratio based on acceleration
If Zone of Eco driving is exceeded, the
right of Eco Driving Indicator Zone Dis-
play will blink and Eco Driving Indicator
Light will turn off.
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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
RX350/270_EE
■The multi-information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal informa-
tion display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may
respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. available languages) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 6 2 2 )
CAUTION
■Operating the windows close suggestion mode
●Before closing the windows, ensure that there are no objects in the surrounding
area that could become caught in the windows.
●Check that all the windows are closed when exiting the vehicle, as window close
suggestion mode may not operate under certain conditions.
■Caution while driving
When operating the electronic features control while driving, take extra notice of
the vehicle’s surrounding area.
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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
RX350/270_EE
■Head-up display contents
In addition to vehicle speed, the following information will be displayed:
Audio display
Displays audio information for
approximately 3 seconds when
the audio system is operated
Shift position and shift range
display
Displays the selected shift posi-
tion or selected shift range
(→P. 1 8 6 )
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol display (if equipped)
Displays the approach warning
message (→P. 5 5 7 )
Pre-crash safety system
display (if equipped)
Displays the brake warning
(→P. 5 5 7 )
Turn-by-turn navigation
display*
Displays a notification of
upcoming intersections during
navigation system route guid-
ance
Vehicle speed display
*: Refer to the “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual”.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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When driving
RX350/270_EE
■Light reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned off or turned
to ACCESSORY mode and the driver's door is opened while the lights are turned
on.
■Turning on the low beam headlights when the vehicle is parked in dark areas
■Illuminated entry system
If the wireless remote control switch is used to unlock the vehicle when the light
switch is in and the surrounding area is dark, the front position light turns on.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 6 2 2 )
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is off.
Turn off the engine with the light switch in
or off, and pull the light switch toward
you and release it. The low beam headlights
will turn on for about 30 seconds to light
up the area around the vehicle.
The lights are turned off in the following sit-
uations.
●The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode.
●The light switch is turned on.
●The light switch is pulled toward you
and then released.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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When driving
RX350/270_EE
■Raindrop sensor
●If the wiper switch is turned to the position while the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wipers will operate once to show
that AUTO mode is activated.
●When the sensor sensitivity ring is turned toward high while in AUTO mode, the
wipers will operate once to indicate that the sensor sensitivity is enhanced.
●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 wip-
ers 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 wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir.
CAUTION
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the
windshield 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 fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The
fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
●The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate 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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RX350/270_EE
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you
and held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
RX350/270_EE
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the rear window.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is operated continu-
ally.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
RX350/270_EE
Accelerate or decelerate the
vehicle to the desired speed,
and push the lever down to set
the speed.
“SET” will be displayed.
The vehicle speed at the
moment the lever is released
becomes the set speed.
■Adjusting the set speed
To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set
speed is obtained.
Increases the speed
Decreases the speed
Fine adjustment: Momentarily
move the lever in the desired
direction.
Large adjustment: Hold the
lever in the desired direction.
The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:
Fine adjustment: By approximately 1.6 km/h (1 mph) each time the lever is
operated.
Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased continu-
ally until the lever is released.
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