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2374-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid
reservoir.
■Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one more time
after a short delay to prevent dripping.
■Effect of vehicle and shift position on wiper operation
Ty p e A
●With selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermittent
wiper operation only the vehicle is stationary.
●With or selected, the rear window wiper sweeps once when you shift the
shift lever to R while windshield wipers oper ating or with 17 seconds from their deacti-
vation.
Ty p e B
●With selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermittent
wiper operation only the vehicle is stationary.
●With or selected, the rear window wiper sweeps once when you shift the
shift lever to R while windshield wipers oper ating or with 17 seconds from their deacti-
vation.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. drip prevention function) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 585)
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
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Headlight cleaner switch
Press the switch to clean the headlights.
■The headlight cleaners can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode
and the headlight switch is turned on.
: If equipped
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)4-5. Using the driving support systems
■Automatic system cancelation
Crawl Control
In the following situations, th e buzzer will sound intermittently and Crawl Control will be
canceled automatically. In this event, the Crawl Control indicator will flash and then go
off, the Turn Assist indicator will go off (if the Turn Assist function is in use), and a message
stating that Crawl Control has been turned of f will be displayed on the multi-information
display for several seconds.
●When the shift lever is moved to P or N.
●When the four-wheel drive control switch is in H4.
●When the driver’s door is opened.
Turn Assist function
When the center differential is locked, the buzzer will sound intermittently and the Turn
Assist function will be canceled automatically. In this event, the Turn Assist indicator will
go off, and a message stating that the Turn Assist function has been turned off will be dis-
played on the multi-information display for several seconds.
■Function limitations
Crawl Control
●In the following situations, brake control can be used to drive downhill at a constant
speed. However, engine control is not availa ble when driving uphill at a constant speed.
• When switched to second start mode.
●In the following situation, engine control an d brake control will stop temporarily. In this
event, the Crawl Control indicator will flash.
• When the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 15 mph (25 km/h).
Turn Assist function
In the following situations, the Turn Assist func tion will stop temporarily. In this event, the
Turn Assist indicator will flash.
●When the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
●When the shift lever is moved to R.
■When the Crawl Control system is operated continuously
●If Crawl Control is used continuously for a long time, the buzzer will sound, a malfunc-
tion notification will be displayed on the multi-information display, the Crawl Control
indicator will go off, and Crawl Control will be temporarily inoperable as a result of the
brake system overheating. In this event, stop the vehicle immediately in a safe place,
and allow the brake system to cool down sufficiently until the TRAC OFF indicator
goes off. (In the meantime, normal driving is possible.)
●If Crawl Control is used continuously for a long time, the buzzer will sound, the system
will be temporarily canceled, and a malfunct ion notification will be displayed on the
multi-information display as a result of th e automatic transmission system overheating.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place until the display goes off.
■When depressing the accelerator pedal while the Crawl Control is operating
Multi-terrain Select operates in AUTO mode. ( P. 3 1 5 )
LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)
3814-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
■Automatic Active TRAC reactivation
If only the Active TRAC system is turned off, the Active TRAC system will turn on when
vehicle speed increases.
■Automatic Active TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control reactivation
If the Active TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control are turned off, the systems will not
turn on even when vehicle speed increases.
■If the brake system overheats
The brake system may overheat. In this case, a buzzer will sound, and the TRAC OFF
indicator will flash, and Active TRAC and hill- start assist control will be temporarily inop-
erable. In this event, stop the vehicle immediately in a safe place, and allow the brake sys-
tem to cool down sufficiently until the TR AC OFF indicator goes off. (There is no
problem with continuing normal driving.)
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the Mult i Terrain ABS, brake assist, Active TRAC,
VSC, Trailer Sway Control, hill-start assist control and VGRS
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is started or just
after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following condit ions may occur when the above systems are operating.
None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly af ter the Multi Terrain ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is activated.
■Hill-start assist cont rol is operational when
●The shift lever is in D or S.
●The brake pedal is not depressed.
■VGRS is disabled in the following situations
●During stopping or the steering wheel has been moved for a long time while driving at
lower speeds.
●After the engine is restarted at less than -22°F (-30°C).
●If you disconnect the battery with the steeri ng wheel turned, the center position of the
steering wheel could be slightly and tempor ary changed. To initialize the VGRS, drive
for a short while.
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)5-3. Using the air conditio
ning system and defogger
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Interior features
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat
ventilators
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blowing air from
the seats.
WA R N I N G
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel an d seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
●To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is off.
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7When trouble arises
7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ................... 514
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ..... 515
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 516
If you think something is wrong ........................................... 522
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 523
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds.......................................... 524
If a warning message is displayed..................................... 532
If you have a flat tire................... 536
If the engine will not start ........ 547
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............................ 549
If the electronic key does not operate properly .............550
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................................. 553
If your vehicle overheats ......... 556
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................................. 559
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu
rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radiator
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 8 8 ) e n t e r s t h e
red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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619Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)
Coolant..................................................... 566Capacity ................................................ 566
Checking................................................478
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 384
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 556
Crawl Control ....................................... 309
Cruise control Cruise control..................................... 283
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................... 271
Cup holders ............................................ 425
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 38
Customizable features .......................585
Daytime running light system .......... 222
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors .............407
Rear window ........................................407
Windshield ............................................407
Differential ............................................... 567
Dimension ............................................... 562
Dinghy towing........................................ 204 Display
Crawl Control.....................................309
Drive information .................................. 94
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..................... 271
Fuel consumption information ..... 106
Head-up display ................................. 100
Intuitive parking assist...................... 290
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)....... 266
Multi-information display.................... 91
Multi-terrain Monitor ........................ 318
Multi-terrain Select ............................. 314
Warning messages .......................... 532
Do-it-yourself maintenance..............470
Door courtesy lights Location ...................................................419
Wattage ................................................. 570
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system............................... 119
Back door................................................ 122
Door glasses ..........................................165
Door lock.................................................. 115
Open door warning buzzer ........ 526
Open door warning light .............. 526
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 162
Rear door child-protectors ............. 118
Side doors ................................................ 115
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.