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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of warning
lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each component
Opening and closing the doors and windows, adjustment
before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
5Lexus Display
Audio systemOperating the Lexus Display Audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
IndexSearch by symptom
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5-9. Bluetooth® Phone
Using a Bluetooth®
Phone ........................................... 397
Making a call ................................399
Receiving a call ...........................402
Speaking on the phone........... 403
Using a Bluetooth® phone
messages ................................... 405
Using the steering wheel
switches...................................... 408
Bluetooth® phone
settings........................................ 409
5-10. Phonebook
Contact settings ............................411
Messaging setting....................... 414
5-11. Bluetooth®
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) .................... 415
Bluetooth®.................................... 418
5-12. Other function
“Information” screen .................423
MirrorLink ................................ 424
USB photo .................................... 427
Speech command system ......429
6-1. Using the air conditioning
system
Automatic air conditioning
system .......................................... 432
Heated steering wheel/
seat heaters/
seat ventilators ......................... 444
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list.......................... 446
• Interior lights .......................... 447
• Personal lights .......................448
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ............449
• Glove box .............................. 450
• Console box.......................... 450
• Cup holders ............................ 451
Trunk features .............................452
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............455
• Sun visors ................................455
• Vanity mirrors........................455
• Clock.........................................456
• Power outlet...........................456
• Assist grips.............................. 457
• Coat hooks ............................ 458
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Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 191
Sun visors*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 455
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 455
Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 447
Personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 448
Moon roof switches*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 200
Intrusion sensor cancel switch*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 105
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor cancel switch*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 105
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*1: NEVER use a rearward facing child re-
straint on a seat protected by an AC-
TIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can
occur. ( P. 66)
*2: If equipped
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Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 191
Sun visors
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 455
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 455
Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 447
Personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 448
Moon roof switches
*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 200
Intrusion sensor cancel switch
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 105
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor cancel switch
*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 105
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*1: NEVER use a rearward facing child re- straint on a seat protected by an AC-
TIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can
occur. ( P. 66)
*2: If equipped
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3354-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at traffic lights,
will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports before leaving and avoid
delays as much as possible. When driving in a traffic jam, gently release the
brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward slightly while avoiding over-
use of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline
consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stopping at a toll
booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the accelerator and gently
apply the brakes. A greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated
when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help reduce
excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recirculated air
mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioning system
and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out until it
and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel. Also, fuel con-
sumption can be improved by av oiding overuse of the heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire infla-
tion pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry roads
can lead to poor fuel economy. Use ti res that are appropriate for the season.
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6-1. Using the air conditioning
system
Automatic air conditioning
system .......................................... 432
Heated steering wheel/
seat heaters/
seat ventilators ......................... 444
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ......................... 446
• Interior lights .......................... 447
• Personal lights .......................448
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ............ 449
• Glove box ...............................450
• Console box ..........................450
• Cup holders ............................ 451
Trunk features ............................. 452
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............ 455
• Sun visors ................................455
• Vanity mirrors .......................455
• Clock ........................................ 456
• Power outlet........................... 456
• Assist grips ............................. 457
• Coat hooks .............................458
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4456-1. Using the air conditioning system
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●The heated steering wheel can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat heater changes and
the level indicator lights (amber) light
as follows:
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit) Lo (1 segment lit) Off
■The seat heaters can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■Seat heater timer control
To enable seat heater timer control, press and hold the driver and front passenger seat heater switches at the same time when the vehicle is stopped until a buzzer sounds once.If a seat heater is turned on while seat heater timer control is enabled, the intensity of the
seat heater will automa tically change from HiMidLo.
The timing of the change in seat heater intensity differs depending on the temperature inside the cabin, etc. when the seat heater is operating.
To disable seat heater timer control, press and hold the driver and front passenger seat heater switches at the same time until a buzzer sounds twice.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat ventilator changes
and the level indicator lights (green)
light as follows:
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit) Lo (1 segment lit) Off
■The seat ventilators can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
Seat heaters
Type A Type B
Seat ventilators
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6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Outer foot lights
Personal lights ( P. 448)
Front interior light ( P. 447)
Ambient lights
Rear interior light ( P. 447)
Door courtesy lights
Footwell lights
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