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To change the set speed, operate the leve
r until the desired set speed is obtained.
Increases the speed
Decreases the speed
Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the
lever in the desired direction.
Large adjustment: Hold the lever in the
desired direction.
The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:
Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)
*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the lever is
operated.
Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased continually until the
lever is released.
*1: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”
*2: When the set speed is shown in “km/h”
Pulling the lever toward you cancels
the constant speed control.
The speed setting is also canceled when
the brakes are applied.
Pushing the lever up resumes the
constant speed control.
Resuming is available when the vehicle
speed is more than approximately 25
mph (40 km/h).
■Cruise control can be set when
●The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.
●Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
●The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed resumes.
●Even without canceling the cruise control, th e set speed can be increased by first accel-
erating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever down to set the new
speed.
Adjusting the set speed
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2
Canceling and resuming the constant speed control
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Driving
■Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in an y of the following situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than appr oximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset
vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
●Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
●VSC is activated.
●TRAC is activated for a period of time.
●When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF switch.
■If the warning message for the cruise contro l is shown on the multi-information display
Press the “ON/OFF” button once to deactiv ate the system, and then press the button
again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immediately after
being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using th e “ON/OFF” button when not in use.
■Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
●Roads where there are pede strians, cyclists, etc.
●In heavy traffic
●On roads with sharp bends
●On winding roads
●On slippery roads, such as thos e covered with rain, ice or snow
●On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
●During emergency towing

4908-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If “Power Turned Off to Save Battery” is shown
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slightly and maintain that
level for approximately 5 minu tes to recharge the battery.
■If “Forward Camera System Unavailable” or “Forward Camera System Unavailable
Clean Windshield” is displayed. (if equipped)
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. (→P. 197, 482)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)
●Dynamic radar cruise control
●Automatic High Beam
■When a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operat ed incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that re quires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi-
information display. In that case, follow the instruction of the message and shift the shift
lever.
■If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi-info rmation display is malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
●If the following message is shown, following the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( →P. 510)
●If the following mess age is shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
• “Check Access System with Elec. Key”
●If the following messages are sh own, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place”
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.

5018-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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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Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter....................... 455
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 366
Micro dust and pollen filter ..........................................................371
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Function .................................................. 257
Warning light .......................................482
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ..................................................... 484
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .................................................. 484
Air conditioning filter .......................... 455
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter....................... 455
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 366
Micro dust and pollen filter ..........................................................371 Airbags
Airbag operating conditions ............ 41
Airbag precautions for your child ........................................37
Airbag warning light ........................ 482
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ......................... 41
Curtain shield airbag precautions ...........................................37
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 44
General airbag precautions ............37
Locations of airbags............................ 35
Modification and disposal of airbags............................................... 40
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................... 41
Side airbag precautions .....................37
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ......................... 41
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ..........................37
SRS airbags ............................................. 35
Alarm ............................................................ 67 Warning buzzer................................. 482
Anchor brackets...................................... 55
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) .................... 108
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Function .................................................. 257
Warning light ....................................... 482
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control).......................... 214
Armrest .................................................... 388
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Child restraint systemBooster seats, definition ......................51
Booster seats, installation..................60
Convertible seats, definition ..............51
Convertible seats, installation ........ 58
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 44
Infant seats, definition ............................51
Infant seats, installation ...................... 58
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .....................56
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 58
Installing CRS with top tether strap ...........................61
Child safety ................................................ 50 Airbag precautions .............................. 37
Battery precautions ...........................438, 509
Child restraint system ...........................51
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................31
Installing child restraints.....................55
Moon roof precautions.....................137
Power window lock switch .............. 131
Power window precautions .......... 133
Rear door child-protectors .............98
Removed electronic key battery precautions.............. 458
Seat belt extender precautions ........................................... 33
Seat belt precautions .......................... 33
Seat heater precautions..................375
Trunk precautions............................... 104 Child-protectors ..................................... 98
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ................................ 413
Exterior ..................................................... 412
Interior .......................................................415
Seat belts..................................................416
Clock......................................................... 387
Coat hooks ............................................. 392
Condenser.............................................. 435
Console box .............................................381
Console box light ...................................381
Consumption screen ............................. 86
Cooling system Engine overheating ........................... 510
Cruise control Cruise control ....................................... 219
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 207
Cup holders............................................ 382
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 35
Customizable features ...................... 538
Daytime running light system............ 166
Defogger Front windshield................................. 370
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 370
Rear window........................................ 370
Dimension ................................................. 516
Dinghy towing ......................................... 153
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 207
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .................... 198
Multi-information display..................80
Trip information ..................................... 87
Warning message............................ 488
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Display Audio system ......................... 268Display settings .................................. 285
Setup menu .......................................... 280
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 425
Door courtesy lights Location .................................................. 377
Wattage ..................................................524
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system......................98
Door glasses ........................................... 131
Door lock .................................................. 97
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 128
Rear door child-protector................98
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 117 Driving position memory .................. 118
Memory recall function...................... 119
Power easy access system .............. 117
Driving Break-in tips ...........................................142
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving mode select switch .......... 247
Procedures ............................................ 140
Winter drive tips ................................. 262
Dynamic radar cruise control Function ..................................................207
Eco drive mode ......................................247
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 84
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10 Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Function ..................................................258
Warning light .......................................483
Electronic key ............................................92 Battery-saving function ..................... 110
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................504
Replacing the battery ...................... 457
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................................. 482
If a warning light turns on .............. 482
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 488
If the battery is discharged........... 506
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........504
If the engine will not start ...............502
If you have a flat tire ............................491
If you think something is wrong ............................................. 480
If your vehicle becomes stuck........................................................513
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.......... 475
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 476
If your vehicle overheats ................. 510
Emergency flashers ............................. 474
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LightsAutomatic High Beam system ..... 168
Fog light switch ..................................... 172
Headlight switch.................................. 165
Illuminated entry system .................379
Interior light ...........................................378
Interior lights list .................................. 377
Personal lights .....................................378
Replacing light bulbs ........................462
Trunk light ............................................... 103
Turn signal lever .................................. 163
Vanity lights ......................................... 386
Wattage ..................................................524
Lock steering column ...........................156
Low profile tire....................................... 443
Luggage security system.................... 102
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance..........425
General maintenance .......................421
Maintenance data ............................... 516
Maintenance requirements............ 418
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 482
Master warning light ........................... 483
Meter .............................................................76 Indicators................................................... 74
Instrument panel light control ......... 77
Multi-information display ................. 80
Warning lights ........................................ 73
Micro dust and pollen filter ................ 371 Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror...................... 126
Outside rear view mirror defoggers........................................... 370
Outside rear view mirrors ..............128
Vanity mirrors .....................................386
Moon roof Door lock linked moon roof operation......................135
Jam protection function....................135
Operation................................................ 134
MP3 disc
*.............................................. 300
Multi-information display..................... 80 Drive information....................................81
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 207
Language...............................................539
Switching the display ............................81
Trip information ...................................... 77
Warning message............................ 488
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle ........................8
Odometer ................................................... 76
Oil Engine oil ................................................ 518
Opener Hood.........................................................427
Trunk ........................................................... 101
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*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.