4126-1. Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline oracidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior part’s
painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park the
vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as they
may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into contact
with electrical components such as the audio system above or under the floor of the
vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with Lexus Safety System+)
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. ( →P. 2 6 2 )
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the
rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running
parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
4807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, adjusting
the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmit-
ter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat
tire has been replaced with the spare tire.
■Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function properly
→P. 4 3 6
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the
power switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.
WA R N I N G
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. The vehicle will
become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than us ual when operating, hold firmly and oper-
ate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it
with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
5117-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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■Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following cases, the warning message may not be displayed even if vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance decreases:
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the vehicle
ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
■Open door warning message
The open door warning message continues to display until a door or the trunk is fully
closed, even if the power switch is turned off. However, approximately 20 minutes after a
door or the trunk is not fully closed, the 12-volt battery-saving function operates and the
display turns off even though a door or the trunk is not fully closed.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.
5167-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.
Once
The power switch has been turned
off with the shift lever in a position
other than P or N.
→Shift the shift lever to P.
Once
After the power switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in a
position other than P, the shift lever
has been shifted to P.
→Tu r n t h e p o w e r s w i t c h o f f .
Interior
buzzerExteriorbuzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
5547-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a low
speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle
is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical appli-
ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the
hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while
the hybrid system is operating.)
■When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to un lock the doors using the smart entry & start
system when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery has
recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
●The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mo de it was in before the 12-volt battery was
discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery, turn the power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
WA R N I N G
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable gas
that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to come
into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or
unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with each
other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the 12-volt
battery.
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Index
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)................................598
Alphabetical index................................. 602
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the
“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN-
UAL”
• Audio system
•Navigation system
• Lexus parking assist-sensor
• Lexus parking assist monitor
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Approach warningDynamic radar cruise control .......321
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range................... 309
Armrest.................................................... 400
Ashtrays ................................................... 398
Assist grips ..............................................403
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................................... 239
Automatic High Beam ....................... 245
Automatic light control system ...... 236
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ......................................393
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system) ..........................345
Back-up light Replacing light bulb ..........................459
Wattage..................................................578
Battery (12-volt battery).....................428 If the 12-volt battery is
discharged.......................................... 551
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................354
Warning light ....................................... 476
Battery (traction battery)...................... 79 Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) .............. 333
Blind Spot Monitor function ........ 339
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function...................................... 341
Bluetooth
®*
Brake Brake Hold ............................................234
Fluid .......................................................... 574
Parking brake ........................................ 231
Regenerative braking..........................76
Warning light........................... 476, 478
Warning message ............................ 482
Brake assist ............................................ 344
Brake Hold .............................................. 234
Break-in tips .............................................201
Brightness control Instrument panel li ght control ....... 107
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 333
Blind Spot Monitor function ........ 339
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function...................................... 341
Card key ....................................................134
Care .................................................406, 410 Aluminum wheels.............................. 407
Exterior ................................................... 406
Interior.......................................................410
Seat belts ................................................... 411
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast)*
Daytime running light system ......... 239
DefoggerFront windshield ................................. 372
Outside rear view mirrors............. 372
Rear window ........................................ 372
Differential ............................................... 574
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB)
*
Dimensions.............................................. 566
Display 12.3-inch display ................................ 364
Drive information .................................. 113
Dynamic radar cruise control ...... 315
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range....................303
Energy monitor.....................................126
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ................... 293
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .........285
Multi-information display .................... 111
Trip information ................................... 104
Warning message.............................482
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............. 415
Door courtesy lights Location................................................. 386
Wattage..................................................578
Door lock
Doors .........................................................139
Smart entry & start system ............. 153
Wireless remote control ..................134 Doors...........................................................139
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system ............................. 143
Door glasses.......................................... 193
Door lock ................................................ 142
Open door warning buzzer .......... 154
Outside rear view mirrors ..............190
Rear door child-protector ............. 143
Double locking system.......................... 89
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/ Drive info 3 ............................................. 113
Drive information .................................... 116
Drive-start control ..................... 201, 228
Driver’s seat position memory ..........178
Driving position memory ................ 179
Memory recall function ..................... 181
Power easy access system............. 178
Driving ...................................................... 200
Break-in tips........................................... 201
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Driving mode select switch.......... 330
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............. 351
Procedures........................................... 200
Winter drive tips ................................ 354
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ....... 345 Function.................................................. 345
Warning message ............................ 482
Dynamic radar cruise control ...........315
Function.................................................... 315
Warning message ............................ 482
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.