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Driving
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)∗
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;
●The Blind Spot Monitor function
Assists the driver in making th
e decision when changing lanes
●The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
Assists the driver when backing up
These functions use same sensors.
BSM main switch
Pressing the switch turns the system on or of f. When the switch is set to on, the switch’s
indicator illuminates. Common switch fo r Blind Spot Monitor function and Rear
Cross Traffic Alert function.
Outside rear view mirror indicator
Blind Spot Monitor function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind sp ot, the outside rear view mirror indicator
comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated. If the turn signal lever is operated
toward the detected side, the outsid e rear view mirror indicator flashes.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, the
outside rear view mi rror indicators flash.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer (Rea r Cross Traffic Alert function only)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, a
buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.
∗: If equipped
Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor
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Driving
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as excessively
worn tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehi cle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the following situations:
●When driving on dirt, grav el or snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable wh ile driving on slippery road
surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill-start assist control may not
operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist co ntrol is not intended to hold the vehicle
stationary for an exte nded period of time. Do not atte mpt to use hill-start assist con-
trol to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may lead to an accident.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an
accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As these
are the systems help ensure vehicle stability and driving fo rce, do not turn the TRAC/
VSC systems off unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity and have similar tread depths. In addi tion, make sure that the tires are inflated
to the recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not func tion correctly if different size tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further in formation when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modi fying the suspension will affect the driving
assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provid ed is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your comp act spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibilit y of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter
may be damaged if not handled correctly.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
• Cruise control
• Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped)
• PCS (if equipped) •EPS
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
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*1: The default setting varies according to countries.
*2: Some status screens cannot be registered (i
ndicated on the multi-information display)
*3: 2 of the following items: current fuel consumption, average fuel economy (after reset),
average fuel economy (after refuel), average fuel economy (after start), average vehi-
cle speed (after reset), average vehicle spee d (after start), distance (driving range),
distance (after start), elapsed time (after reset), elapsed time (after start), blank
■LDA (Lane Departure Alert with st eering control) (if equipped) (→P. 198)
■PCS (Pre-Collision Syst em) (if equipped) (→P. 187)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Steering AssistOnOff—O—
Alert means
(Steering
vibration)
(Buzzer)—O—
Alert sensitivityStandardHigh—O—
Vehicle sway warningOnOff—O—
Vehicle sway warning sensi-
tivityStandardLow—O—High
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)OnOff—O—
Alert timing
(Middle)
(Far)
—O—
(Near)
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Inside rear view mirror .........................126
Instrument panel light control ............. 77
Interior light..............................................377
Intuitive parking assistFunction .................................................. 222
Jack Positioning a floor jack ....................428
Vehicle-equipped jack ...................492
Jack handle ..................................................492
Jam protection function Moon roof .............................................. 135
Power trunk opener and closer............................................ 103
Power windows ..................................... 131
Keyless entry Smart access system with push-button start .....................95
Wireless remote control ...................95
Keys Battery-saving function ...................... 110
Electronic key ......................................... 92
Engine switch ........................................ 154
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 504
Key number plate ................................. 92
Keyless entry ...........................................95
Mechanical key ...................................... 92
Replacing the battery .......................457
Warning buzzer .................................. 109
Wireless remote control key ..........95
Knee airbags ............................................. 35 Language
(multi-information display)............ 539
LATCH anchors .......................................56
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)..................................198
Lever Auxiliary catch lever ..........................427
Hood lock release lever..................427
Internal trunk release lever ............ 103
Shift lever .................................................159
Turn signal lever ...................................163
Wiper lever............................................. 173
Lexus Display Audio system ........... 268 Display settings ...................................285
Setup menu ..........................................280
Lexus Enform
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Lexus Enform Remote*.................... 409
Lexus Enform Safety Connect ....... 404
Lexus Safety System+ ......................... 180
License plate lights Light switch.............................................165
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 470
Light bulbs Replacing ............................................... 462
Wattage ................................................. 524
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Sun visors ................................................. 386
Sun shadeRear.......................................................... 389
Rear door.............................................. 389
Roof............................................................ 135
Switches Audio remote control switches
*............................................ 274
Automatic High Beam switch ...... 168
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch....................................................249
Cruise control switch........................ 219
Door lock switch ................................... 97
Driving mode select switch .......... 247
Driving position memory switches .................................................. 118
Dynamic radar cruise control switch ...................................207
Emergency flashers switch ........... 474
Engine switch ........................................ 154
Fog light switch ..................................... 172
Garage door opener switches ...............................................393
Heated steering wheel switch....................................................376
Ignition switch ....................................... 154
Intuitive parking assist switch ....... 223
Light switches ....................................... 165
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) switch ..... 198
Meter control switches ....................... 81
Moon roof switches........................... 134
Outside rear view mirror switches ................................................ 128
Power door lock switch .................... 97 Power window switches ....................131
Rear sunshade switch .....................389
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................................... 370
Seat heater switches ........................ 376
Seat ventilator switches .................. 376
“SOS” button ....................................... 404
Talk switch
*......................................... 337
Telephone switches
*...................... 337
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch .................. 124
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................................... 442
Trunk closer switch.............................102
Trunk opener switch ........................... 101
Trunk opener main switch ..............102
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ................................................... 207
VSC OFF switch ...............................258
Window lock switch ............................131
Windshield wipers and washer switch ........................... 173
Tachometer ................................................ 76
Tail lights Light switch.............................................165
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 470
Talk switch
*.............................................337
Telephone switches
*...........................337
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...........................................................67
Engine immobilizer system ............. 65
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*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.