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2694-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles up to
approximately 400 ft. (120 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle
following distance, and operates to maintain a suitable following distance from
the vehicle ahead.
Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on long downhill
slopes.
Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead
The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle distance button.
Example of deceleration cruising and follow-up cruising
When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed appears
When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically deceler-
ates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary, the system
applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at this time). The system will respond to
changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle
distance set by the driver. Approach warning warns you when the system cannot
decelerate sufficiently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.
When the vehicle ahead of you stops, your ve hicle will also stop (vehicle is stopped by
system control). After the vehicle ahead starts off, pushing the cruise control lever up
or depressing the accelerator pedal will resume follow-up cruising.
Example of acceleration
When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set
speed
The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to con-
stant speed cruising.
Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
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4
Driving
This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles up to
approximately 400 ft. (120 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle
following distance, and operates to maintain a suitable following distance from
the vehicle ahead.
Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on long downhill
slopes.
Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead
The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle distance button.
Example of deceleration cruising and follow-up cruising
When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed appears
When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically deceler-
ates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary, the system
applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at this time). The system will respond to
changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle
distance set by the driver. Approach warning warns you when the system cannot
decelerate sufficiently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.
Example of acceleration
When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set
speed
The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to con-
stant speed cruising.
Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
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Driving
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any
snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on
the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the
vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle
ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions.
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the parking brake.
The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released. If necessary,
block the wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding or creeping.
XVehicles with front and rear tires of the same size except for the vehicles with
LDH and 19 inch tires
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain
(0.12 in. [3 mm] in diameter)
Cross chain
(0.16 in. [4 mm] in diameter)
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains (GS350/GS200t)
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5Interior features
5-1. Remote Touch screenRemote Touch/12.3-inch display ..........................................322
5-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system .........328
Rear air conditioning system ..........................................339
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/seat
ventilators ...................................342 5-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ......................... 347• Interior lights ..........................348
• Personal lights .......................348
5-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ............350• Glove box ................................ 351
• Console box............................ 351
• Cup holders ........................... 352
• Auxiliary boxes ..................... 353
Trunk features .............................. 354
5-5. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ............358 • Sun visors ................................358
• Vanity mirrors ........................358
• Clock ........................................ 359
• Ashtrays ................................... 359
• Power outlets .........................360
• Armrest ....................................360
•Rear sunshade/ rear door sunshades.............361
•Trunk storage extension ................................. 363
• Coat hooks ............................. 364
• Assist grips.............................. 364
• Garage door opener ......... 365
• LEXUS Enform Safety Connect....................................372
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5
Interior features
■Front seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)/rear seat heaters (if
equipped)
Seat heater switches
The indicator light (yellow) on the switch co mes on when the seat heater is operating.
Seat ventilator switches (front seats only)
The indicator light (green) on the switch comes on when the seat ventilator is operat-
ing.
Level indicator lights
The seat heater temperature level or the seat ventilator fan speed level (for front seats
only) is displayed.
“AUTO” indicator lights
Seat heaters (if equipped)/seat ventilators (if equipped)
XFront seats XRear seats
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●Modes and indicators
The mode can be changed by pressing the switch.
*: When automatic mode is selected, the level automatically changes depending on the
air conditioning settings.
■Seat heaters (without seat ventilators) (if equipped)
Seat heater switches
Level indicator lights
The seat heater temperature level is
displayed.
●Modes and indicators
The mode changes each time the switch is pressed as follows:
*: The mode changes automatically depending on the amount of time that has elapsed.The amount of time until the mode changes varies depending on the interior tem-
perature when the seat heater was operated and other factors.
Mode“AUTO” indicator lightLevel indicator lights
OffOffOff
Automatic*On3 to 1, or off
HiOff3
MidOff2
LoOff1
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2
ModeLevel indicator lightsAutomatic operation*
OffOff
Hi3Hi → Mid → Lo
Mid2Mid → Lo
Lo1Lo
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5
Interior features
■Seat ventilators (without seat heaters) (if equipped)Seat ventilator switches
Level indicator lights
The seat ventilator fan speed level is
displayed.
●Modes and indicators
The mode changes each time the switch is pressed as follows:
■The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Seat heater control (vehicles without automatic mode)
The seat heater automatically changes operations. If the engine switch is turned off while
the seat heater is operating, the starting operation of the heater differs depending on the
amount of time that elapses before it is turned back on.
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ModeLevel indicator lights
OffOff
Hi3
Mid2
Lo1
Current operation
Starting operation mode and amount of time
elapsed until engine switch in IGNITION ON mode
0 to 15 minutesOver 15 minutes
HiHiHi
MidMidHi
LoLoHi
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Interior features
Interior lights list
When the instrument panel light
control switch is turned to minimum and the tail lights
are on, the inside door handle lights, th e ornament lights and the footwell lights will
turn off. ( →P. 8 9 )
Outer foot lights
Shift lever light
Front interior light ( →P. 3 4 8 )
Front personal lights ( →P. 3 4 8 )
Inside door handle lights Rear personal lights (
→P. 3 4 8 )
Rear interior light
Ornament lights
Door courtesy lights
Power window switch lights
Footwell lights1
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