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Interior features
6-4. Using the other interior features
To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side position,
flip down, unhook, and swing it to the
side.
To use the side extender, place the
visor in the side position, then slide it
backward.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
If the vanity lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes.
Other interior features
Sun visors
1
2
3
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave th e lights on longer than necessary when the
engine is off.
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4927-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly (with-
out uneven pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift lever is in P, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clearance
from the floor? ( →P. 651)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of
free play? ( →P. 651)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when the
brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should no t get too close to the floor
when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints
(RC350/RC300/
RC200t)• Do the head restraints move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function properly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake• Does the parking brake pedal move smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on,
is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount offree play?
• There should not be any strange sounds coming from the steering wheel.
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6208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(→ P. 207)
●There may be a malfunction in th e engine immobilizer system. (→P. 79)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 626)
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletio n or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. ( →P. 621)
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being
followed ( →P. 207), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even thoug h the starter motor operates nor-
mally.
The starter motor turns over slowly , the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
The starter motor does not turn over
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6218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 626)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the follo wing steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle in spected by your Lexus dealer.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function
1
2
3
4
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6579-1. Specifications
9
Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WType
Exterior
Front turn signal lights (bulb type)7444NA28/8A
Rear turn signal lights⎯21A
Back-up lights92116B
Interior
Vanity lights⎯8B
Footwell lights1943.8B
Trunk light⎯5B
A: Wedge base bulbs (amber)B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
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6829-2. Customization
■Illumination (→P. 448)
*:If equipped
■Seat belt reminder ( →P. 566)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned offOnOff——O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff——O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person
OnOff——O
Ambient lights and Remote
Touch pad light
*OnOff——O
Time elapsed before the
outer foot lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer foot
lights when you approach
the vehicle with the elec-
tronic key on your person
OnOff——O
Operation of the outer foot
lights when the doors are
unlocked with the power
door lock switch
OnOff——O
Operation of the outer foot
lights when a door is openedOnOff——O
Fading out of the outer foot
lights when they turn offLongShort——O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzerOnOff——O
123
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704Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ....................... 549
Wattage ..................................................657
Battery........................................................ 513 Battery checking ................................. 513
If the vehicle battery is discharged.....................................626
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................................... 331
Warning light ...................................... 565
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)..................313
Bluetooth
®
Audio system ...................................... 395
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................397
Brake Fluid............................................................ 512
Parking brake......................................... 221
Warning light ...................................... 565
Brake assist ............................................. 298
Break-in tips..............................................193
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........................................ 100, 107
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..................313 Card key .................................................... 136
Care............................................... 480, 485
Aluminum wheels ................................481
Exterior .................................................. 480
Interior .....................................................485
Seat belts................................................486
Cargo capacity ..................................... 204
Cargo hooks .......................................... 454
CD player................................................ 369
Chains ....................................................... 333
Child restraint system ........................... 58 Child seats definition .......................... 58
Child seats installation................. 65, 71
Front passenger occupant classification system........................... 51
Installing a CRS to the passenger seat ........................... 62
Installing a CRS to the rear seat ........................................................... 64
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ......................72
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 65
Installing CRS with top tether strap..........................76
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710Alphabetical index
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................... 397
HD Radio
® system .............................. 363
Head restraints ........................................ 173
Headlight cleaner................................. 233
Headlights ............................................... 224 Automatic High Beam system .................................................. 227
Light switch ........................................... 224
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 550
Heaters Air conditioning system ..................434
Heated steering wheel ....................445
Outside rear view mirrors .............439
Seat heaters ..........................................446
Hill-start assist control ........................ 298
Hood .......................................................... 497 Open ........................................................ 497
Hooks Cargo hooks ........................................454
Coat hooks .......................................... 459
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .............30
Horn ............................................................. 177 I/M test ......................................................494
Identification
Engine ..................................................... 642
Vehicle ......................................................641
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........207
Illuminated entry system ................... 450
Immobilizer system ................................. 79
Indicators ...................................................... 91
Initialization Maintenance ........................... 489, 507
Meter ................................................ 114, 126
Moon roof .............................................. 188
Multi-information display........ 114, 126
Power windows....................................184
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 518
Initiators (tire pressure warning system) ................................ 529
Inside rear view mirror......................... 178
Instrument panel light control ...........................................100, 107
Intercooler ................................................. 511
Intercooler coolant.............................. 509 Capacity.................................................648
Checking .............................................. 509
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 331
Interior lights ...........................................449
Intuitive parking assist .........................269
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