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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ..................... 168
Cargo and luggage .................... 176
Vehicle load limits ....................... 179
Trailer towing ............................... 180
Dinghy towing ................................ 181
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch............. 182
EV drive mode ..............................187
Hybrid transmission................... 189
Turn signal lever .......................... 195
Parking brake ................................196
Brake Hold .................................... 198
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ........................200
Automatic High Beam............. 203
Windshield wipers and washer ................................ 207 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .......213
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System+ ................ 217
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 223
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......................................... 234
Dynamic radar cr uise control
with full-speed range............. 243
Cruise control ............................. 255
Driving mode select switch ... 258
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 260
• The Blind Spot Monitor function .................................... 263
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function......................... 265
Driving assist systems .............. 268
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ......274
Winter driving tips......................276
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4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ...................... 168
Cargo and luggage .................... 176
Vehicle load limits ....................... 179
Trailer towing ................................180
Dinghy towing ............................... 181
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ............. 182
EV drive mode ............................. 187
Hybrid transmission ................... 189
Turn signal lever........................... 195
Parking brake ............................... 196
Brake Hold..................................... 198
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ........................ 200
Automatic High Beam ............ 203
Windshield wipers and washer.................................207 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ...... 213
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System+ ................ 217
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 223
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......................................... 234
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............. 243
Cruise control ............................. 255
Driving mode select switch ...258
BSM (Blind Spot Moni tor).............. 260
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function .................................... 263
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ......................... 265
Driving assist systems .............. 268
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 274
Winter driving tips ..................... 276
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4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch
Press the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set. (→P. 196)
Parking brake indicator will come on.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Press the power switch shortly and
firmly.
When operating the power switch, one
short, firm press is enough.
It is not necessary to press and hold the
switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the
hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal
until the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated.
The hybrid system can be started from
any power switch mode.
Check that the “READY” indicator is
illuminated.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
Performing the following operations wh en carrying the electronic key on your
person starts the hybrid system or changes power switch modes.
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Driving
Opening the fuel tank cap
●Turn the power switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are
closed.
●Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
→ P. 481
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehi cle has a fuel tank opening that only accom-
modates the specia l nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle
WARNING
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal
surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static electricity
before refueling because sparks resulting fr om static electricity can cause fuel vapors
to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fu el tank cap is loosened. Wait until the
sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel
may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to come
close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances th at are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any pe rson or object that is statically charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.
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Vehicle specifications
Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine9.7qt. (9.2 L, 8.1 Imp.qt.)
Power
control unit2.2qt. (2.1 L, 1.8 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR8
0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
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Eco drive mode ..................................... 258
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric motor (traction motor) ......... 66
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 269Function ..................................................269
Warning light ...................................... 405
Warning message .............................. 410
Electronic key ........................................... 118 Battery-saving function .....................137
If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................454
Replacing the battery ...................... 382
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds.......... 404
If a warning light turns on.............. 404
If a warning message is displayed ......................................... 410
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .........................................457
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........454
If the hybrid system will not start....................................... 450
If the parking brake cannot be released ........................452
If you have a flat tire ........................... 441
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 403
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 466
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................397
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................... 398
If your vehicle overheats ................. 461 Emergency flashers ............................ 396
Energy monitor ........................................ 110
Engine
Accessory mode ................................ 183
Compartment ..................................... 353
Engine switch ........................................182
Hood..........................................................351
How to start the hy brid system ....182
Identification number......................... 471
Ignition switch (power switch) ..................................182
Overheating...........................................461
Power switch .........................................182
Engine compartment cover............. 354
Engine coolant ...................................... 358 Capacity................................................. 475
Checking ...............................................358
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 276
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 88
Engine oil ................................................. 355 Capacity................................................. 473
Checking ...............................................355
Oil level warning message .............410
Oil pressure warning message.............................410
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 276
Engine oil maintenance data ............344
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Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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HD Radio® system*
Head restraints ....................................... 150
Headlight cleaner.......................208, 210
Headlights ...............................................200 Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .................................... 201
Headlight leveling warning message ............................ 410
Light switch .......................................... 200
Replacing light bulbs ........................393
Headlights aim ............................. 389, 521
Head-up display..................................... 103
Heated steering wheel ........................ 301
Heaters Air conditioning system ..................287
Heated steering wheel ................... 302
Seat heaters ......................................... 302
Outside rear view mirrors .............293
High-voltage components .................. 70
Hood ........................................................... 351 Open ......................................................... 351
Warning message .............................. 410
Hooks Cargo hooks ..........................................312
Coat hooks .......................................... 320
Luggage hook .......................................312
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 26 Horn............................................................. 153
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Location .................................................... 70
Specification ..........................................472
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents .....................................................70
Hybrid system............................................66 Emergency shut off system ............... 71
Energy monitor/consumption screen...................... 109
EV drive mode .....................................187
High voltage components ............... 70
Hybrid System Indicator ................... 92
Hybrid system precautions ............. 70
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .............274
If the hybrid system will not start .......................................450
Overheating...........................................461
Power (ignition) switch.....................182
Regenerative braking ..........................67
Starting the hybrid system...............182
Vehicle proximity notification system ......................................................67
Hybrid System Indicator .......................92
Hybrid transmission ..............................189 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..............193
Paddle shift switches........................... 191
S mode...................................................... 192
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I/M test ..................................................... 348
Identification ............................................. 471Engine ........................................................471
Vehicle ......................................................471
Ignition switch (power switch) ......... 182 Auto power off function................... 184
Changing the power switch modes ................................................... 183
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .............................397
Starting the hybrid system .............. 183
Illuminated entry system .................... 306
Immobilizer system..................................74
Indicators .................................................... 84
Initialization Items to initialize................................. 507
Maintenance.........................................344
Moon roof .............................................. 164
Power windows ..................................... 161
Tire pressure warning system................................367
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)................................. 373
Inside door handle lights ................... 304
Inside rear view mirror .........................154
Instrument panel light control ..............91
Interior lights........................................... 304
Intuitive parking assist
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Warning message .............................. 410 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.................... 352
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 442
Jack handle ................................................. 442
Jam protection function Moon roof ...............................................164
Power trunk opener and closer ........................................... 130
Power windows................................... 160
Keyless entry ............................................ 135 Smart access system with push-button start....................135
Wireless remote control.................. 122
Keys .............................................................. 118 Battery-saving function .................... 137
Electronic key ......................................... 118
Engine switch ........................................182
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 454
If you lose your keys.................... 119, 121
Key number plate ................................. 118
Keyless entry ................................122, 135
Mechanical key...................................... 119
Power switch .........................................182
Replacing the battery ...................... 382
Warning buzzer...................................136
Wireless remote control key ......... 122
Knee airbags ............................................. 35
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.