3966-1. Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances su ch as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as theymay stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into contactwith electrical components such as the audio system above or under the floor of the
vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with Lexus Safety System+)
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. ( P. 263)
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
4647-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■When the tire pressure warning light comes on (if equipped)
Carry out the following procedure after the tire temperature has lowered sufficiently.
●Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.
●If the warning light does not go out even afte r several minutes, check that the tire infla- tion pressure is at the specifie d level and carry out initialization.
The warning light may come on again if the above operations are conducted without first
allowing the tire temperature to lower sufficiently.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmit- ter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flattire has been replaced with the spare tire.
■Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function properly
P. 420
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the power switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by any authorized Lexus retailer orLexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.
4927-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following cases, the warn ing message may not be displayed even if vehicle-to-vehi- cle distance decreases:
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the vehicle
ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
■Open door warning message
The open door warning message continues to display until a door or the trunk is fully
closed, even if the power switch is turned off. However, approximately 20 minutes after a door or the trunk is not fully closed, the 12-volt battery-saving function operates and thedisplay turns off even though a door or the trunk is not fully closed.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.
4977-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.
Once
The power switch has been turned off with the shift lever in a position
other than P or N. Shift the shift lever to P.
Once
After the power switch has been turned off with the shift lever in a
position other than P, the shift lever has been shifted to P. Turn the power switch off.
Interior buzzerExteriorbuzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
5337-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical componen ts when the vehicle is running at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical appli-ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the
hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
■When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart entry & startsystem when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control or themechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery hasrecharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
●The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the 12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-v olt battery, turn the power switch off. If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
WARNING
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is notunintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” terminal to come
into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact with each
other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the 12-volt battery.
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Index
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What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ............................... 578
Alphabetical index.................................582
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the
“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”
• Audio system
• Navigation system • Lexus parking assist-sensor • Lexus parking assist monitor
583Alphabetical index
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Approach warning
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range....................302
Armrest.................................................... 380
Ashtrays .................................................... 378
Assist grips ............................................. 383
Audio input*
Audio system*
Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................240
Automatic High Beam ....................... 246
Automatic light control system ...... 237
AUX port*
Auxiliary boxes ...................................... 373
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system) .......................... 325
Back-up light
Replacing light bulb .......................... 443
Wattage................................................. 558
Battery (12-volt battery)...................... 412
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged........................................ 530
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 334
Warning light ...................................... 460
Battery (traction battery)..................... 80
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ................314
Blind Spot Monitor function .......... 319
Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function...................................... 321
Bluetooth®*
Brake
Brake Hold ........................................... 235
Fluid .......................................................... 554
Parking brake .......................................232
Regenerative braking..........................78
Warning light........................... 460, 462
Warning message ............................ 466
Brake assist ............................................ 324
Brake Hold .............................................. 235
Break-in tips ........................................... 202
Brightness control
Instrument panel li ght control ....... 107
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .................314
Blind Spot Monitor function .......... 319
Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function...................................... 321
Card key ....................................................134
Care ............................................... 390, 394
Aluminum wheels................................ 391
Exterior ................................................... 390
Interior..................................................... 394
Seat belts ............................................... 395
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast)*
Daytime running light system ......... 240
Defogger
Front windshield ................................. 352
Outside rear view mirrors............. 352
Rear window ........................................ 352
Differential ...............................................554
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB)*
Dimensions.............................................. 546
Display
12.3-inch display ................................ 344
Drive information .................................. 113
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range.................... 296
Energy monitor.....................................126
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .........286
Multi-information display .................... 111
Trip information ................................... 104
Warning message.............................466
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............399
Door courtesy lights
Location..................................................366
Wattage................................................. 558
Door lock
Doors .........................................................139
Smart entry & start system ............. 153
Wireless remote control ..................134
Doors...........................................................139
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system ............................. 143
Door glasses.......................................... 193
Door lock ................................................ 142
Open door warning buzzer .......... 154
Outside rear view mirrors ..............190
Rear door child-protector ............. 143
Double locking system.......................... 90
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/
Drive info 3 ............................................. 113
Drive information .................................... 116
Drive-Start Control ................... 201, 228
Driver’s seat position memory ..........178
Driving position memory ................ 179
Memory recall function ..................... 181
Power easy access system............. 178
Driving ...................................................... 200
Break-in tips......................................... 202
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Driving mode select switch.............. 311
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............. 331
Procedures........................................... 200
Winter drive tips ................................ 334
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ....... 325
Function.................................................. 325
Warning message ............................ 466
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.