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1-7. Safety information
CAUTION
nSRS airbag precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the airbags.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
lThe driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly.
The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.
lThe SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or
serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:
Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm) of inflation,
placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag provides you with a
clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering
wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 10 in. (250 mm) away now, you can
change your driving position in several ways:
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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
NOTICE
nIf you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indicators)
Have your Lexus dealer check and replace the brake pads as soon as possible.
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Front brake only: Moderate levels of the brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced
front braking power. As a result, the discs may wear more quickly than conventional
brake discs. Therefore, when replacing the brake pads, Lexus recommends that you
also have the thickness of the discs measured.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or
that of the brake discs are exceeded.
nIf you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
lIt may be difficult to control your vehicle.
lThe vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
lThe vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( →P. 4 0 6 )
nWhen encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle.
lEngine stalling
lShort in electrical components
lEngine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to
have your Lexus dealer check the following.
lBrake function
lChanges in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer (AWD vehicles), differential, etc.
lLubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD vehicles), bearings and suspen-
sion joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the power
Press when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding down for 1 second or
more.
Changing the audio source
Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time is pressed. If no discs are inserted in
the player, that mode will be skipped.
FM1 →FM2 →CD changer →AUX →AM →SAT1 →SAT2 →SAT3
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the vol-
ume.
Hold down to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Turns the power on, select
audio source
Vo l u m e
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files (MP3
and WMA) and discs
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3-5. Other interior features
nChanging the settings
Each item is displayed and its setting can be changed only in the following condi-
tions:
lIntuitive parking assist: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode.
lItems other than the above: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
IGNITION ON mode and the vehicle is stopped.
nDisplay
The display will return to the original display if the satellite switches are not oper-
ated for an extended period.
Even if the display is in satellite switch mode, it will switch in the event of a warning
or when the radar cruise control (if equipped) is used. If this occurs, press any of the
satellite switches or “DISP” switch on the steering wheel to return the display to sat-
ellite switch mode.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
nWhen the electric power steering warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, firmly hold and
operate it using more force than usual.
nIf the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
lStop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
lIf 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 the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer.
lAvoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
nIf a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C............................................................. 210
ABS.............................................................. 186
AFS .............................................................. 157
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 157
Air conditioning filter .......................... 342
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ....................... 342
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................................210
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 86
Airbag precautions for your
child.......................................................... 90
Airbag warning light ........................384
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 87
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 90
Front passenger occupant
classification system......................... 95
General airbag precautions ........... 90
Locations of airbags............................ 84
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 94
Proper driving posture ............. 82, 90
Side airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 87
Side airbag precautions .................... 90
SRS airbags ............................................. 84
Alarm ............................................................ 79
Antenna .................................................... 226
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 186
Armrest ..................................................... 272
Ashtrays .................................................... 263
Audio input .............................................. 244
Audio system
Antenna...................................................226
Audio input ............................................244
AUX adapter .......................................244
CD player/changer ..........................229
MP3/WMA disc............................... 235
Optimal use ........................................... 241
Portable music player ......................244
Radio ........................................................ 222
Steering wheel audio switch........ 245
Automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................... 210
Automatic headlight leveling
system ..................................................... 158
Automatic light control system.........156
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ..................... 131
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P..................................... 415
S mode ..................................................... 134
AUX adapter ......................................... 244
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................................. 445
Battery
Checking................................................. 321
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................................... 421
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 200
Bottle holders......................................... 256
Brake
Fluid ............................................................ 319
Parking brake........................................ 140
Brake assist .............................................. 186
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