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Rear view monitor system
The rear view image is displayed when
the shift position is in R and the power
switch is in ON mode.
This reversed image is a similar image to
the one on the inside rear view mirror.
If you shift the shift position to any posi-
tions other than R, the screen is turned
off.
●To temporarily turn off the monitor
when it is on.
Push the “AUTO” button. The indica-
tor should turn orange.
The monitor will automatically turn
on again after the power switch is
turned off and ON mode.
●To manually turn on the monitor
when it is turned off.
Push the “AUTO” button. The indica-
tor should turn green.
: If equipped
The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an image of the
view behind the vehicle wh
ile reversing. The image is displayed in reverse on
the screen. This allows the image to appe ar in the same manner as that of the
rear view mirror.
Switching the screen
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■When using the rear view monitor system
The anti-glare function of the inside rear view mirror will be canceled.
■Automatic shut off
The display will be turned off automatically after 5 minutes.
■Display mode
The rear view monitor display mode can be adjusted when the power switch is
in ON mode and the shift position is in R.
●To select a display language (English, French or Spanish).Push and hold the “AUTO” button for 6 to 12 seconds.
The monitor should turn on and the indicator should turn green.
Push the “AUTO” button.
Each time the “AUTO” button is pushed and released, the language will
change.
The warning message should flash 5 seconds after the button is
released, indicating that the change has been completed.
●To permanently disable the monitor.
Push and hold the “AUTO” button for 12 to 15 seconds.
The monitor will turn off and on after 6 seconds. Continue holding the but-
ton down until the display turns back off.
The indicator should flash orange.
The monitor will not automatically turn on again after the power switch is
turned off and ON mode.
●To manually turn on the monitor when it is turned off.
Push the “AUTO” button.
The indicator should turn green.
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■Screen description
The rear view monitor system screen w
ill be displayed if the shift position is
shifted to R while the power switch is in ON mode.
Vehicle width guide line
The line indicates a guide path when the vehicle is being backed straight up.
The displayed width is wider than the actual vehicle width.
Vehicle center guide line
These lines indicate the estimated vehicle center on the ground.
Distance guide line (red)
The line shows distance behind the vehicle, a point approximately 1.5 ft. (0.5 m)
from the edge of the bumper.
Distance guide line (blue)
The line shows distance behind the vehicle, a point approximately 3 ft. (1 m) from
the edge of the bumper.
Using the rear view monitor system
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Lexus parking assist monitor
The rear view image is displayed when
the shift position is in R and the power
switch is in ON mode.
The parking assist monitor system will
be deactivated when the shift position is
in any position other than R.
: If equipped
The parking assist monitor assists the driv
er by displaying an image of the view
behind the vehicle while backing up, for example while parking.
Owners of models equipped with a navi gation system should refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
The screen illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and may
differ from the image that is ac tually displayed on the screen.
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■Screen display
The parking assist monitor screen
will be displayed if the shift position is
shifted to R while the power switch is
in ON mode.Intuitive parking assist display (if
equipped)
If an obstacle is detected while the
intuitive parking assist is on, a display
is shown in the top right corner of the
screen.
■Using the system
Use any of the following modes.
●Estimated course line display mode ( P. 225)
Estimated course lines are dis-
played which move in accor-
dance with the operation of the
steering wheel.
Using the Lexus parking assist monitor
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Driving mode select switch
Normal mode
Eco drive mode
Suitable for improving the fuel economy,
because the torque corresponding to
the accelerator pedal depression
amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal conditions
and the operation of the air conditioning
system (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized.
When the driving mode select switch is
turned left, the “ECO MODE” indicator
comes on in the instrument cluster.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode.
Sport mode
Use when high levels of response and feel ing are desirable, such as when driving in
mountainous regions or when overtaking.
When the driving mode select switch is turned right, the “SPORT MODE” indicator
comes on in the instrument cluster.
Press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode.
■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 ( P. 420, 427). To improve air conditioning
performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if th e power switch is turned off after driving in
sport mode.
The driving modes can be selected to suit driving conditions.
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The slip indicator light will flash while
the VSC/TRAC/ABS systems are
operating.
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may reduce
power from the hybrid system to the wheels. Pressing to turn the system
off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly
press and release .
The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will
come on.
Press again to turn the system
back on.
■When the “TRAC OFF” indicator comes on even if the TRAC OFF switch 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, VSC, TRAC and hill-start assist
control systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the hybrid system is
started, just after the vehicle begins to move, if the brake pedal is depressed forcefully
or repeatedly, or 1-2 minutes after the hybrid system is stopped. 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 slig htly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down s lightly after the ABS is activated.
When the VSC/TRAC/ABS systems are operating
Disabling the TRAC system
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■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from overheating
when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The steering
wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this
occur, refrain from excessive steering input
or stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid system off. The EPS system should return to nor-
mal within 10 minutes.
■Operating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will operate:
●The shift position is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/backward
on an upward incline).
●The vehicle is stopped.
●The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
●The parking brake is not engaged.
■Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
●Shift the shift position to P or N
●The accelerator pedal is depressed
●The parking brake is engaged.
●Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC system
After turning the TRAC system off, the system will be automatically re-enabled in the fol-
lowing situations:
●When the power switch is turned off
●The TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed increases