2016 LEXUS LX570 windshield wipers

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
With the settings other than “AUTO” also, the time until drip prevention wiper sweep
occurs is changed depending on vehicle speed.
Ty p e A
With selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermittent
wiper operation only when the vehicle is stat ionary. (However, when the sensor sensitiv-
ity is adjusted to the highest le vel, the mode cannot be switched.)
Ty p e B
With selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermittent
wiper operation only when the vehicle is stat ionary. (However, when the sensor sensitiv-
ity is adjusted to the highest le vel, the mode cannot be switched.)
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the windshield
washer fluid reservoir.
WA R N I N G
■Caution regarding the use of wind shield wipers in “AUTO” mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the wind-
shield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode . Take care that your fingers etc. anything
else does not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The
fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause lo w visibility. This may lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you and
held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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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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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)4-5. Using the driving support systems
WA R N I N G
■To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the camera sensor may not operat
e properly, possibly leading to an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
●Keep the windshield clean at all times.
If the windshield is dirty or covered with an oily film, water droplets, snow, etc., clear
the windshield.
If the inner side of the windshield where the camera sensor is installed is dirty, contact
your Lexus dealer.
●If the part of the windshield in front of th e camera sensor is fogged up or covered with
condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove the fog, condensation or
ice. ( P. 4 0 1 )
●Do not apply glass coating agents to the area of the windshield in front of the camera
sensor.
Glass coating agents can be applied to the windshield in areas other than in front of
the camera sensor. However, it will still be necessary to use the wipers if the area of
the windshield in front of the camera sensor is covered with water droplets.
●If water droplets cannot be properly remove d from the area of the windshield in front
of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the wiper insert or wiper
blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.
●Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.
If the windshield needs to be re placed, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not get the camera sensor wet.
●Do not allow bright lights to shine into the camera sensor.
●Do not dirty or damage the camera sensor.
When cleaning the inside of the windshield , do not allow glass cleaner to contact the
lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
If the lens is dirty or damage d, contact your Lexus dealer.
●Do not subject the camera sensor to a strong impact.
●Do not install an antenna or attach stickers
(including transparent stickers) or other items
to the area of the windshield in front of the
camera sensor (shaded area in the illustra-
tion).

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)6-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work properly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any si
gns of fluid leakage after
the vehicle has been parked.
Ti r e s
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the mainte- nance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear
window wiper
• The wiper blades should no t show any signs of crack-
ing, splitting, wear, contamination or deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/rear
window without streaking or skipping.
WA R N I N G
■If the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.

627Alphabetical index
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Seat heaters .............................................. 417
Seat position memory............................ 151
Seat ventilators ........................................ 417
Seating capacity..................................... 186
Seats...................................................140, 142Adjustment ................................... 140, 142
Adjustment precautions ......... 141, 150
Armrest ...................................................443
Child seats/child restraint system installation.............................. 63
Cleaning .................................................. 461
Driving position memory .................. 151
Folding up the third seats................ 145
Front seats .............................................. 140
Head restraint ....................................... 155
Heaters......................................................417
Power easy access system .............. 151
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 28
Rear seats ................................................142
Seat heaters ............................................417
Seat position memory......................... 151
Seat ventilators ......................................417
Second seats ..........................................142
Third seats ...............................................142
Tumbling the second seats ............ 143
Ventilators ...............................................417 Sensor
Automatic headlight system .........222
Automatic High Beam system .................................................. 224
Inside rear view mirror..................... 160
Intuitive parking assist...................... 289
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)....... 263
Radar sensor........................................ 244
Rain-sensing windshield wipers................................................... 233
Service reminder indicators ............... 82
Shift lever Automatic transmission ....................210
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 549
Shift lock system ................................... 549
Side airbags ............................................... 38
Side doors .................................................. 115
Side marker lights ................................ 220 Light switch........................................... 220
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 510
Side mirrors .............................................. 162 Adjusting and folding ........................ 162
Blind Spot Monitor ........................... 365
Heaters ................................................... 407
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........................ 510
Turn signal lever ................................... 216
Smart access system with push-button start................................. 132Antenna location.................................. 132
Entry functions ............................. 115, 122
Starting the engine ............................205
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

629Alphabetical index
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Rear window wiper and washer switch...................................235
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch....................................................407
Seat heater switches...........................417
Seat ventilator switches ....................417
“SOS” button......................................... 451
Talk switch
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Telephone switches*
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch .................................... 158
Tire pressure warning reset switch................................................... 488
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ................................................... 277
VSC OFF switch .............................. 380
Window lock switch.......................... 165
Windshield wipers and washer switch.....................................231
Wireless charger power supply switch ....................................436
Tachometer ............................................... 88
Tail lights................................................... 220 Light switch ...........................................220
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 510
Talk switch
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Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Alarm........................................................... 78
Immobilizer system .............................. 76 Tire inflation pressure......................... 569
Maintenance data..............................569
Warning light ....................................... 526
Tire information .....................................574 Glossary................................................ 580
Size ........................................................... 576
Tire identification number ............. 575
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.... 578
Tire pressure warning system ..........487 Function .................................................. 487
Initializing ............................................... 487
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters................ 487
Registering ID codes ...................... 488
Tire pressure warning reset switch .................................................. 488
Warning light ....................................... 526
Tires ........................................................... 486 Chains .....................................................385
Checking ...............................................486
If you have a flat tire ..........................536
Inflation pressure................................ 495
Replacing ............................................... 536
Rotating tires ........................................486
Size ...........................................................569
Snow tires .............................................. 384
Spare tire................................... 536, 569
Tire pressure warning system ..... 487
Warning light ....................................... 526
Tools .......................................................... 536
Total load capacity............................... 562
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

631Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)
Warning lights ....................................... 524ABS ...........................................................524
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................................. 525
Brake system............................ 524, 527
Center differential lock....................526
Charging system................................524
Electric power steering...................526
Low fuel level .......................................526
Low speed four-wheel drive ......................................................526
Malfunction indicator lamp ...........524
Master warning light.........................526
Open door ............................................526
Parking brake.......................................526
PCS.......................................................... 525
Seat belt reminder light...................526
Slip indicator ........................................ 525
SRS ............................................................524
Tire pressure ........................................526 Warning messages.............................. 532
Warning reflector holder.................. 430
Washer ........................................... 231, 235
Checking ...............................................485
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 384
Switch ............................................ 231, 235
Washing and waxing .......................... 458
Weights .................................................... 562
Wheels ..................................................... 499 Replacing wheels ..............................536
Size ...........................................................569
Window glasses...................................... 165
Window lock switch.............................. 165
Windows Power windows....................................165
Rear window defogger .................. 407
Washer ......................................... 231, 235
Windshield wiper de-icer ..................407
Windshield wipers ................................. 231
Winter driving tips ............................... 384
Wireless charger.................................. 436
Wireless remote control key.............. 110 Locking/Unlocking ............................. 110
Panic mode ............................................... 111
Replacing the battery ......................503
WMA disc
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.