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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ......................166
Cargo and luggage......................174
Vehicle load limits ........................ 177
Trailer towing ................................. 178
Dinghy towing ............................... 179
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ............. 180
EV drive mode ............................. 185
Hybrid transmission .................... 187
Turn signal lever ............................192
Parking brake ................................193
Brake Hold .....................................195
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 197
Automatic High Beam.............200
Windshield wipers and washer ................................ 204 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ...... 210
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System+ ................ 214
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 220
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......................................... 232
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range............... 241
Cruise control ............................. 253
Driving mode select switch ... 256
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 258
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ...................................... 261
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ........................ 263
Driving assist systems .............. 266
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...... 272
Winter driving tips ...................... 274
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4Driving
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ...................... 166
Cargo and luggage ..................... 174
Vehicle load limits ........................177
Trailer towing ................................. 178
Dinghy towing............................... 179
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch..............180
EV drive mode ............................. 185
Hybrid transmission ................... 187
Turn signal lever ........................... 192
Parking brake ................................ 193
Brake Hold ..................................... 195
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ...........................197
Automatic High Beam ............ 200
Windshield wipers and washer .................................204 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ...... 210
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System+ ................214
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......... 220
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......................................... 232
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............... 241
Cruise control ............................. 253
Driving mode select switch ... 256
BSM (Blind Spot Moni tor)..............258
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function ...................................... 261
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function......................... 263
Driving assist systems............... 266
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips.......272
Winter driving tips ...................... 274

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4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch
Press the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set. (P. 1 9 3 )
Parking brake indicator will come on.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Press the power switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the
hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal
until the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated.
The hybrid system can be started from
any power switch mode.
Check that the “READY” indicator is
illuminated.
The vehicle will not move when the
“READY” indicator is off.
Performing the following op erations when carrying the electronic key on your
person starts the hybrid system or changes power switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
●Turn the power switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are
closed.
●Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
P. 4 7 8
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that only accom-
modates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle
WA R N I N G
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refu eling the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before openin g the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal
surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static electricity
before refueling because sparks resulting fr om static electricity can cause fuel vapors
to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on th e fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the
sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel
may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come
close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances th at are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.

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Vehicle specifications
Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine9.7qt. (9.2 L, 8.1 Imp.qt.)
Pow e r
control unit2.2qt. (2.1 L, 1.8 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR8
0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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Eco drive mode ..................................... 256
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric motor (traction motor) ......... 66
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 267Function .................................................. 267
Warning light ........................................ 401
Warning message ............................ 406
Electronic key ........................................... 116 Battery-saving function .................... 135
If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................. 451
Replacing the battery ....................... 377
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds.......... 400
If a warning light turns on.............. 400
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 406
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .........................................453
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 451
If the hybrid system will not start........................................446
If the parking brake cannot be released........................449
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 448
If you have a flat tire .......................... 437
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 399
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 462
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................393
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................................394
If your vehicle overheats ................ 457 Emergency flashers ............................ 392
Energy monitor ...................................... 108
Engine
Accessory mode .................................. 181
Compartment ..................................... 349
Engine switch ....................................... 180
Hood........................................................ 347
How to start the hy brid system ... 180
Identification number ....................... 467
Ignition switch (power switch) ................................. 180
Overheating......................................... 457
Power switch ........................................ 180
Engine compartment cover............. 350
Engine coolant ...................................... 354 Capacity ................................................... 471
Checking ............................................... 354
Preparing and checking before winter .....................................274
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 86
Engine oil ................................................... 351 Capacity ................................................. 469
Checking .................................................351
Oil level warning message ...........406
Oil pressure warning message...........................406
Preparing and checking before winter .....................................274
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 340
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Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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HD Radio® system*
Head restraints ....................................... 148
Headlight cleaner..................... 205, 207
Headlights ................................................. 197 Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .................................... 198
Headlight leveling warning message .......................... 406
Light switch .............................................197
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 388
Headlights aim ............................. 384, 517
Head-up display....................................... 101
Heated steering wheel ....................... 299
Heaters Air conditioning system ................. 285
Heated steering wheel ................... 300
Seat heaters ......................................... 300
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 291
High-voltage components .................. 70
Hood .......................................................... 347 Open ........................................................ 347
Warning message ............................ 406
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................................... 310
Coat hooks ............................................ 318
Luggage hook ...................................... 310
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 26 Horn.............................................................. 151
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Location .................................................... 70
Specification .........................................468
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents .....................................................70
Hybrid system............................................66 Emergency shut off system ............... 71
Energy monitor/consumption screen.......................107
EV drive mode .................................... 185
High voltage components ............... 70
Hybrid System Indicator ................... 90
Hybrid system precautions ............. 70
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............272
If the hybrid system will not start ....................................... 446
Overheating......................................... 457
Power (ignition) switch.................... 180
Regenerative braking ..........................67
Starting the hybrid system.............. 180
Vehicle proximity notification system ......................................................67
Hybrid System Indicator ...................... 90
Hybrid transmission .............................. 187 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............ 448
Paddle shift switches......................... 189
S mode..................................................... 190
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I/M test ..................................................... 344
Identification ........................................... 467Engine ...................................................... 467
Vehicle .................................................... 467
Ignition switch (power switch) ......... 180 Auto power off function................... 182
Changing the power switch modes ..................................................... 181
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................393
Starting the hybrid system ................ 181
Illuminated entry system .................... 304
Immobilizer system ..................................74
Indicators .................................................... 82
Initialization Items to initialize................................. 504
Maintenance........................................ 340
Moon roof .............................................. 162
Power windows ................................... 159
Tire pressure warning system................................363
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)................................. 368
Inside door handle lights ................... 302
Inside rear view mirror .........................152
Instrument panel light control ............ 89
Interior lights........................................... 302
Intuitive parking assist
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Function*
Warning message ............................ 406 Jack
Positioning a floor jack....................348
Vehicle-equipped jack ...................438
Jack handle .................................................438
Jam protection function Moon roof ............................................... 162
Power trunk opener and closer ............................................128
Power windows................................... 158
Keyless entry ............................................ 133 Smart access system with push-button start.................... 133
Wireless remote control..................120
Keys .............................................................. 116 Battery-saving function ....................135
Electronic key ......................................... 116
Engine switch ....................................... 180
If the electronic key does not operate properly ..........451
If you lose your keys.................... 117, 119
Key number plate ................................. 116
Keyless entry ............................... 120, 133
Mechanical key....................................... 117
Power switch ........................................ 180
Replacing the battery .......................377
Warning buzzer................................... 134
Wireless remote control key .........120
Knee airbags ............................................. 35
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.