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Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside and outside
rear view mirrors properly. ( P. 191, 193)
Adjusting the mirrors
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving. Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
●Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effec-tiveness of the seat be lt and head restraint.
●Do not place anything under the front seats. Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stopthe seat from locking in place. This may lead to an accident and the adjustment mech-
anism may also be damaged.
●Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.
●When driving over long distances, take regular breaks before you start to feel tired.
Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while drivin g, do not force yourself to continue driving and take a break immediately.
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2. Instrument cluster
Except F SPORT models
F SPORT models
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on th e instrument cluster, center panel and
outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s vari-
ous systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the fo llowing illustrations display all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.
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*2: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a
system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the “READY” indicator turns
on. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or turn off.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
*3: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*4: This light illuminates on the center panel.
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator ( P. 229) Cruise control “SET” indica- tor ( P. 253, 257)
Tail light indicator ( P. 232) (if equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) indicator ( P. 273)
Headlight high beam indi-
cator ( P. 232)
Lexus parking assist-sensor
indicator ( P. 279)
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam indi-
cator ( P. 235)
*2, 3 Slip indicator
( P. 305)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 239)
*1VSC OFF indicator
( P. 307)
Rear fog light indicator ( P. 239)
*1, 4
(if equipped)
Pre-crash safety system warning light ( P. 312)
Cruise control indicator ( P. 253, 257)
*5, 7
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) outside rear view mirror
indicators ( P. 319)
(if equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise con- trol indicator ( P. 257)
*8Security indicator ( P. 95, 102)
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*3: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*4: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light will flash quickly when the
system is operating.
*5: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate
in the following situations:
• When the power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch is turned on.• When the BSM main switch is turned on while the power switch is in ON mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will turn off after a few seconds. If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction in the system. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*6: When the outside temperature is approximately 3°C (37°F) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*7: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*8: This light illuminates on the center panel.
WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not available to helpprotect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately if this occurs.
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Operation of
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3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................. 138
3-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors and trunk
Doors ................................................144
Trunk ................................................ 150
Smart entry & start
system ........................................... 155
3-3. Adjusting the seats
Front seats...................................... 178
Rear seats.........................................181
Driving position memory ......... 183
Head restraints ............................ 186
3-4. Adjusting the steering
wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................. 189
Inside rear view mirror ............... 191
Outside rear view
mirrors .......................................... 193
3-5. Opening, closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows ........................... 196
Moon roof .....................................200
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Your preferred driving position (the position of the driver's seat, steering wheel
and outside rear view mirrors) can be recorded and recalled by pressing a but-
ton.
Three different driving positions can be recorded into memory.
■Recording procedure
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Adjust the driver’s seat, steering wheel, and outside rear view mirrors to the
desired positions.
While pressing the “SET” button,
or within 3 seconds after the
“SET” button is pressed, press
button “1”, “2” or “3” until the
buzzer sounds.
If the selected button has already been preset, the previously recordedposition will be overwritten.
■Recall procedure
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Press one of the buttons for the
driving position you want to recall
until the buzzer sounds.
Driving position memory
: If equipped
This feature automatically adjusts the driver’s seat, steering wheel and out-
side rear view mirrors to suit your preferences.
Driving position memory
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■Recall procedure
Carry the electronic key that has been registered to the driving position,
and then unlock and open the driver’s door using the smart entry & start
system or wireless remote control.
The driving position will move to the recorded position (not including the steering wheel).
If the driving position is in a position that has already been recorded, the seat and
outside rear view mirrors will not move.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode or ON mode.
The steering wheel will move to the recorded position.
■Cancelation procedure
Carry only the key you want to cancel and then close the driver’s door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot be canceled
properly.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
While pressing the “SET” button, press and hold the door lock switch
(either lock or unlock) until the buzzer sounds twice.
If the button could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for approxi-
mately 3 seconds.
■Recalling the driving position us ing the memory recall function
●Different driving positions can be registered for each electronic key. Therefore, the driving position that is recalled may be different depending on the key being carried.
●If a door other than the driver’s door is unlocked with the smart entry & start system, the
driving position cannot be reca lled. In this case, press the driving position button which has been set.
■Customization
The unlock door settings of the memory recall function can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 607)
WARNING
■Seat adjustment caution
Take care during seat adjustment so that the seat does not strike the rear passenger or
squeeze your body against the steering wheel.
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3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Manual type
Hold the steering wheel and push
the lever down.
Adjust to the ideal position by mov-
ing the steering wheel horizontally
and vertically.
After adjustment, pull the lever up to secure the steering wheel.
Power type
Operating the switch moves the steering wheel in the following directions:
Up
Down
Toward the driver
Away from the driver
Steering wheel
Adjustment procedure
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