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Lexus parking assist monitor
The rear view image is displayed when
the shift position is in R and the power
switch is in ON mode.
The parking assist monitor system will
be deactivated when the shift position is
in any position other than R.
: If equipped
The parking assist monitor assists the driv
er by displaying an image of the view
behind the vehicle while backing up, for example while parking.
Owners of models equipped with a navi gation system should refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
The screen illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and may
differ from the image that is ac tually displayed on the screen.
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Lexus Display Audio system
Steering wheel audio switches
Volume switch
• Press: Increases/decreases vol- ume
• Press and hold: Continuously increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: • Press: Selects a radio station
• Press and hold: Seeks up/down
CD, MP3/WMA/AAC disc, Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Selects a track/file/video
• Press and hold: Scrolls up/down tracks/files/videos (MP3/WMA/AAC disc, iPod or USB)
“MODE” switch • Press: Turns the power on, selects audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operation. To can- cel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on th e type of audio system or navigation
system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio system or nav-
igation system.
Operating the audio system us ing the steering wheel switches
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WA R N I N G
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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Lexus Display Audio system
■Microphone
●Wait for the listening beeps before using the Mobile Assistant.
●The Mobile Assistant may not recognize commands in the following situations:
• When spoken too quickly.
• When spoken at a low or high volume.
• When the roof or windows are open.
• When passengers are talking while th e Mobile Assistant is being used.
• When the air conditioning syst em’s fan speed is set high.
• When the air conditioning vents ar e turned toward the microphone.
■Mobile Assistant precautions
●The available features and functions may vary based on the iOS version installed on the
connected device.
●Some Siri features are limited in Eyes Free mode. If you attempt to use an unavailable
function, Siri will inform you that the function is not available.
●If Siri is not enabled on the cellular phone connected via Bluetooth®, an error message
will be displayed on the screen.
●While a phone call is active, the Mobile Assistant cannot be used.
●If using the navigation feature of the cellular phone, ensure the active audio source is
Bluetooth® audio or iPod in order to hear turn by turn direction prompts.
It is not necessary to speak directly into the
microphone when using
the Mobile Assistant.
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Automatic air conditioning system
■Adjusting the temperature setting
Press to increase the temperature and to decrease the temperature.
■Adjusting the fan speed setting
Press to increase the fan speed and to decrease the fan speed.
Press the “OFF” button to turn the fan off.
■Change the airflow mode
To change the air outlets, press .
The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed.
Air outlets and fan speed are automatica
lly adjusted according to the temper-
ature setting.
Vehicles with Lexus Display Audio sy stem: Press the “MENU” button on the
Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Climate” to display the air condi-
tioning operation screen.
For details on the Lexus Display Audio controller, refer to “Lexus Display
Audio controller” on P. 288.
Vehicles with navigation system: Press the “MENU” button on the Remote
Touch, then select “Climate” to display the air conditioning control screen.
For details on the Remote Touch, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Control panel
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Vehicles with navigation system
Adjust the left-hand side tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the air flow mode : Air flows to the upper body
: Air flows to the upper bodyand feet
: Air flows to the feet
: Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates
Adjust the right-hand side temperature setting
Display the option control screen ( P. 3 8 7 )
Tu r n t h e f a n o f f
Select to set automatic mode on/off
To adjust or select settings, move the Remote Touch knob to select the screen
button, and then press the Remote Touch knob to enter the selected function.
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Interior features
■Option control screen
Select on the climate screen to display the option control screen. The
functions can be switched on and off.
Select to set cooling and dehumidification function on/off
Adjusting the temperature for driver and passenger seats separately
(“DUAL” mode) ( P. 3 8 8 )
Prevent ice from building up on th e windshield and wiper blades (if
equipped) ( P. 3 8 9 )
Remove pollen from the air (micro dust and pollen filter) ( P. 3 8 9 )
■Using the automatic mode
Press the “AUTO” button.
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press the “OFF” button.
■Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the automatic mode
indicator goes off. However, automati c mode for functions other than that
operated is maintained.
Vehicles with Lexus Display
Audio systemVehicles with navigation system
Air conditioning controls
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When trouble arises
WA R N I N G
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provid ed is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, ab rupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter
may be damaged if not handled correctly.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
•Cruise control
• Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped)
• PCS (if equipped)
•EPS • LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) (if equipped)
• Rear view monitor system
(if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
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Index
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)................................ 578
Alphabetical index.................................582
For vehicles with navigation sy stem, refer to the “NAVIGATION
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the
equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Lexus parking assist monitor
• Audio/video system
•Lexus Enform