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Multi-information display
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. (P. 357)
The RCTA function is available when the BSM function is on.
Outside rear view mirror indicators
BSM function: When a vehicle is detected in a blind sp ot of the outside rear view mirrors or approaching rapidly from behind into a blin d spot, the outside rear view mirror indi-
cator on the detected side will illuminate. If the turn signal lever is operated toward the detected side, the outside rear view mirror indicator flashes.
RCTA function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected, both outside rear vi ew mirror indicators will flash.
“BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator
When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illuminates.
Monitor screen display (RCTA function only) (if equipped)
If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected, the RCTA icon ( P. 366) for the detected side will be displayed on the monitor screen. This illustration shows an example of a vehicl e approaching from the left at the rear of
the vehicle.
RCTA buzzer (RCTA function only)
If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected, a buzzer will sound. The buzzer also sounds for approximately 1 second immediatelyafter the BSM function is operated to turn the system on.
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Press “” or “” of the meter control switches, select .
Press “ ” or “” of the meter control switches, select “BSM”.
Press “ ” or “” of the meter control switches, select “BSM” or “RCTA”.
■Outside rear view mirror indicator visibility
In strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to see.
■Hearing the RCTA buzzer
The RCTA buzzer may be difficult to hear ov er loud noises, such as if the audio system volume is high.
■When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunction is de tected due to any of the following, a warning message will be displayed: ( P. 673)
●A sensor is malfunctioning
●A sensor is dirty or covered with snow or a sticker
●The outside temperature is extremely high or low
●Sensor voltage is abnormal
●A sensor is misaligned
■Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor
For vehicles sold in Ukraine
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off
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Driving
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The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect the following vehicles traveling in
adjacent lanes and advises the driver of the presence of such vehicles via the
indicators on the outside rear view mirrors.
Vehicles that are traveling in areas that are not visible using the outside rear
view mirrors (the blind spots)
Vehicles that are approaching rapidly from behind in areas that are not visible
using the outside rear view mirrors (the blind spots)
BSM function
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3624-5. Using the driving support systems
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The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of each detection area is:
Approximately 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) to 3.5 m (11.5 ft.) from either side of the vehicle*
*: The area between the side of the vehicle and 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) from the side of the vehicle
cannot be detected.
Approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) forward of the rear bumper
Approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) from the rear bumper
Approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) to 60 m (197 ft.) from the rear bumper*
*: The greater the difference in speed between your vehicle and the detected vehicle is,
the farther away the vehicle will be detect ed, causing the outside rear view mirror
indicator to illuminate or flash.
BSM function detection areas
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the function
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings.
The BSM function is a supplementary function which alerts the driver that a vehicle is in a blind spot of the outside rear view mirrors or is approaching rapidly from behind intoa blind spot. Do not overly rely on the BSM function. As the function cannot judge if it is
safe to change lanes, over reliance could lead to an accident resulting in death or seri- ous injury.
As the system may not function correctly under certain conditions, the driver’s own
visual confirmation of safety is necessary.
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The RCTA function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles approaching from the
right or left at the rear of the vehicle and alerts the driver of the presence of such
vehicles by flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators and sounding a
buzzer.
Approaching vehicles
Detection areas of approaching vehicles
■Rear Crossing Traffic Auto Brake function (if equipped)
When the Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Crossing Traffic Auto Brake
is enabled and a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the
vehicle is detected, the Rear Crossing Tr affic Auto Brake function will perform
brake control to reduce the likelihood of an impact with the approaching vehi-
cle.
Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Crossing Traffic Auto Brake: P. 380
RCTA function
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5386-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Change the airflow mode
To change the air outlets, press .
■S-FLOW mode
In S-FLOW mode, priority for the airflow is given to the front seats, reducing
the airflow and air conditioning effect on the rear seats.
If a passenger is not detected in the front passenger seat, priority for the air-
flow will be given to the driver's seat only.
In this case, the temperature indicator for the front passenger side will turn off.
S-FLOW mode will be activated automatically according to the set tempera-
ture, outside temperature, etc. ( P. 545)
The indicator comes on when S-FLOW mode is on.
■Other functions
●Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes ( P. 542)
●Defogging the windshield (P. 542)
●Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors (P. 542)
Vehicles with a Lexus Display
Audio system
Vehicles with a navigation system
The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and feet.
Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates
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■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Type A
Press .
The mode switches between (recirculated air mode) and (outside
air mode) modes each time the button is pressed.
Type B
Press .
The mode switches between (recirculated air mode), automatic and
(outside air mode) modes each time the button is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic mode, the air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side windows.
Press .
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the recirculated
air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshield is
defogged.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
Other functions
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WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-gers are on.
●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillarswhen the windshield wiper de-icer is on. (if equipped)
■nanoe (if equipped)
Do not disassemble or repair the generator because it contains high voltage parts.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional if the generator needs repair.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is
off.
■To prevent damage to the nanoe (if equipped)
Do not insert anything into the driver’s side vent, attach anything to it, or use sprays
around the driver’s side vent. These things may cause the generator not to work prop- erly.
●Do not place anything on the instrumentpanel which may cover the air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing the windshield defoggers from defogging.