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RX350_U_OM48E90U Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, select .
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, select “BSM”.
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, select “BSM” or “RCTA”.■
Outside rear view mirror indicator visibility
In strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to see.■
Hearing the RCTA buzzer
The RCTA buzzer may be difficult to hear ov er loud noises, such as if the audio system
volume is high. ■
When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunction is de tected due to any of the following, a warning message will be
displayed: ( P. 6 4 1 )●
A sensor is malfunctioning ●
A sensor is dirty or covered with snow or a sticker ●
The outside temperature is extremely high or low ●
Sensor voltage is abnormal ●
A sensor is misaligned ■
Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID : OAYSRR3A
This device complies with part 15 of the FC C Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including in terference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
Applicable law : Canada 310
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS st andard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Frequency bands : 24.05 - 24.25GHz
Output power : less than 20 milliwatts ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P. 3 6 8 , 6 9 9 )Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off 1
2
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Handling the radar sensor
Blind Spot Monitor sensors are installed be hind the left and right sides of the rear
bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensure the Blind Spot Monitor can
function correctly.
●
Do not subject a sensor or its surrounding area on the rear bumper to a strong
impact.
If a sensor is moved even slightly off po sition, the system may malfunction and vehi-
cles may not be detected correctly.
In the following situations, have your vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
• A sensor or its surrounding area is subject to a strong impact.
• If the surrounding area of a sensor is sc ratched or dented, or part of them has
become disconnected. ●
Do not disassemble the sensor. ●
Do not attach stickers to the sensor or surrounding area on the rear bumper.●
Do not modify the sensor or surr ounding area on the rear bumper.●
Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Lexus color. ●
Keep the sensors and the surrounding areas
on the rear bumper clean at all times.
If a sensor or its surrounding area on the rear
bumper is dirty or covered with snow, the
Blind Spot Monitor ma y not operate and a
warning message ( P. 641) will be displayed.
In this situation, clear off the dirt or snow and
drive the vehicle with the operation condi-
tions of the BSM function ( P. 361) satisfied
for approximately 10 minutes. If the warning
message does not disappear, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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RCTA icon display (if equipped)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is
detected, the following will be displayed on the audio system screen. Display Content
A vehicle is approaching from the left at the rear of the vehicle
A vehicle is approaching from the right at the rear of the vehicle
Vehicles are approaching from both sides of the vehicle
The RCTA function is malfunctioning ( P. 3 5 7 )
WA R N I N G ■
Cautions regarding the use of the function
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to
observe your surroundings.
The RCTA function is only a supplementary fu nction which alerts the driver that a vehi-
cle is approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle. As the RCTA function
may not function correctly under certain conditions, the driver’s own visual confirma-
tion of safety is necessary. Over reliance on this function may lead to an accident
resulting death or serious injury.
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Vehicles with Adaptive Variable Suspension System
Normal mode/Customized mode
Normal mode and customized mode are selected by pressing the driving
mode select switch. Each time the switch is pressed, the driving mode
changes between normal mode and customized mode. When customized
mode is selected, the “CUSTOMIZE” indicator will be illuminated. When Eco drive mode or sport mode is se lected, pressing the switch changes the
driving mode to normal mode.
• Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel economy, quietness, and dynamic per-
formance. Suitable for city driving.
• Customized mode
Allows you to drive with the following functions set to your preferred set-
tings.
Customized mode settings can only be changed on the drive mode cus-
tomization display of the audio system screen.
(Displaying the drive mode customization display: P. 6 9 9 )1
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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air condi-
tioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. To improve air conditioning performance,
adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode. ■
Automatic deactivation of sport mode and customized mode
If the engine switch is turned off after dr iving in sport mode or customized mode, the
drive mode will be changed to normal mode. ■
Driving mode pop-up display (12.3-inch display only)
When the driving mode is changed, the selected driving mode will be temporarily dis-
played on the side display. ( P. 4 9 2 )
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Turning off TRAC, VSC and Tr ailer Sway Control systems
To turn the TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems off, press and hold for
more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on an d the “Traction Control Turned Off” will be
shown on the multi- information display.
*Press again to turn the systems back on.
* : On vehicles with PCS (Pre-Collision System), pre-collision brake assist and pre-
collision braking will also be disabled. ( P. 2 8 2 )■
When the message is displayed on the mu lti-information display showing that TRAC
has been disabled even if has not been pressed
TRAC and hill-start assist control cannot be operated. Contact your Lexus dealer. ■
Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC, Trailer Sway Con-
trol and hill-start assist control systems ●
A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is
depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to
move. This sound does not indicate that a ma lfunction has occurred in any of these sys-
tems. ●
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 slig htly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down s lightly after the ABS is activated.■
EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction. ■
Automatic reactivation of TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems
After turning the TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems off, the systems will be
automatically re-enabled in the following situations: ●
When the engine switch is turned off ●
If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed
increases
If the TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems are turned off, automatic re-
enabling will not occur when vehicle speed increases.
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Lexus Display Audio
system ..........................................390
Steering wheel audio
switches....................................... 396
Mobile Assistant......................... 397
USB/AUX ports ......................... 399
5-2. Setup
Setup menu .................................. 402
General settings ......................... 403
Voice settings ..............................406
Display settings ........................... 407
5-3. Using the audio system
Selecting the audio
source ......................................... 408
Optimal use of the audio
system ..........................................409
Audio settings............................... 410
Audio menu screen
operation ..................................... 413
5-4. Using the radio
Radio operation ............................4165 Lexus Display
Audio system
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RX350_U_OM48E90U 5-5. Playing an audio CD and
MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation................. 422
5-6. Using an external device
Listening to an iPod ................... 429
Using USB memory
device ...........................................433
Using the AUX port.................. 437
5-7. Connecting Bluetooth ®
Steps for using Bluetooth ®
devices ........................................ 438
Registering a Bluetooth ®
device .......................................... 440
Selecting a Bluetooth ®
device ............................................ 441
Connecting a Bluetooth ®
audio player ............................... 442
Connecting a Bluetooth ®
phone ...........................................443
Displaying a Bluetooth ®
device details ............................444
Detailed Bluetooth ®
settings......................................... 445 5-8. Bluetooth ®
Audio
Listening to Bluetooth ®
Audio ...........................................448
5-9. Bluetooth ®
Phone
Using a Bluetooth ®
Phone ........................................... 450
Making a call ................................ 452
Receiving a call ........................... 455
Speaking on the phone............ 456
Using a Bluetooth ®
phone message........................ 458
Using the steering wheel
switches.......................................460
Bluetooth ®
phone
settings ..........................................461
5-10. Phonebook
Contact settings ......................... 463
Messaging setting...................... 466
5-11. Bluetooth ®
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting).................... 467
Bluetooth ®
..................................... 471
5-12. Other function
“Information” screen .................. 476
USB photo .................................... 478
Weather information ............... 480
Voice command system ........... 481