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■If you notice any symptoms
If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the likely cause and the
solution, and re-check.
If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.
Things you should know
Likely causeSolution
 The image is difficult to see
• The vehicle is in a dark area
• The temperature around the lens is
either high or low
• The outside temperature is low
• There are water droplets on the cam- era
• It is raining or humid
• Foreign matter (mud etc.) is adhering to the camera
• There are scratches on the camera
• Sunlight or headlights are shining directly into the camera
•The vehicle is unde r fluorescent lights,
sodium lights, mercury lights etc.
If this happens due to these causes, it
does not indicate a malfunction.
Drive carefully while vi sually checking the
vehicle’s surroundings. (Use the monitor
again once conditions have been
improved.)
The image on the Multi-terrain Monitor
screen can be adjusted, refer to the
“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
 The image is blurry
Dirt or foreign matter (such as water
droplets, snow, mud etc.) is adhering to
the camera.
If dirt or foreign ma tter (such as water
droplets, snow, mud etc.) is adhering to
the camera, it cannot transmit a clear
image. In this case, flush it with a large
quantity of water and wipe the camera
lens clean with a soft and wet cloth.
 The image is out of alignment
The camera or surrounding area has
received a strong impact.Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
Motion blur occurs on the screen and the display is darker than usual
The display is cold.
Do not rely solely upon the Multi-terrain
Monitor. Drive care fully while directly
confirming your surroundings.
 Switch sound effects do not work
The multimedia or navigation system vol-
ume setting is low or muted.Increase the volume in the multimedia or
navigation system volume settings.

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NOTICE
■How to use the camera
●The Multi-terrain Monitor system may not
operate properly in the following cases.
• If the front or the rear of the vehicle or the outside rear view mirror has been hit,
the camera’s position and mounting angle may have changed.
• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble or modify it. This may ca use incorrect operation.
• When cleaning the camera lens, flush the camera with a large quantity of water
and wipe it with a soft and wet cloth. Strongly rubbing the camera lens may cause
the camera lens to be scratched and unable to transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wi pe it off as soon as possible.
• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehi- cle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera or
camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.
• When the camera is used under fluorescen t lights, sodium light or mercury light
etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.
• The camera can be damaged by flying rocks and other debris.
●Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunction. If this
happens, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

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Downhill assist control system∗
Shift the “DAC” switch to ON. The
downhill assist control system indicator
light comes on and the system will
operate.
When the system is in operation, the slip
indicator light will flash, and the stop
lights/high mounted stop lights will be lit.
Shift the “DAC” switch to OFF while the
system is in operation. The downhill
assist control system indicator will flash as the system gradually ceases operation,
and will turn off when the system is fully off.
Shift the “DAC” switch to ON while the do wnhill assist control system indicator is
flashing to start the system again.
∗: If equipped
The downhill assist control system helps to prevent excessive speed on steep
downhill slopes.
The system will operate when the vehicl e is traveling under 15 mph (25 km/h)
and the four-wheel drive control switch is in the L4 position.
System operation
Turning off the system

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◆Active TRAC (Traction Control) for L4 position*
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the 4 wheels from spinning when starting
the vehicle or accelerating on slippe
ry roads, or in off-road conditions
◆Hill-start assist control (if equipped)
Helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling back ward when starting on an incline or slip-
pery slope
◆KDSS (Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System)
KDSS helps to enhance ride comfort and hand ling response by using a hydraulic con-
trol system to control the su spension stabilizer bars in response to road surface and
driving conditions during co rnering or off-road driving
◆PCS (Pre-Collision system) (if equipped)
→P. 368
◆Trailer Sway Control
Helps the driver to control trailer sway by selectively applying brake pressure for indi-
vidual wheels and reducing engine to rque when trailer sway is detected.
Trailer Sway Control is part of the VSC system and will not operate if VSC turned off
or experiences a malfunction.
*: The function only works in vehicles with Multi-terrain Sele ct when Multi-terrain
Select is switched on
If the vehicle is in danger of slipping or
rolling backward when starting on an
incline, or if any of the drive wheels
spins, the slip indicator light flashes to
indicate that the TRAC or Active
TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control/hill-
start assist control systems are operat-
ing.
The stop lights and high mounted stoplight tu rn on when the hill-start assist control
system is operating.
When the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC/Tr ailer Sway Control/hill-start
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If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC/
Trailer Sway Control systems may reduce power from the engine to the wheels.
You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to
free it.
■Turning off TRAC or Active TRAC system only
To turn the TRAC or Active TRAC
system off, quickly press and release
the switch.
The “TRAC OFF” will be shown on
the multi-information display.
Press the switch again to turn the sys-
tem back on.
■Turning off both TRAC or Active TR AC and VSC/Trailer Sway Control sys-
tems
To turn the TRAC or Active TRAC
and VSC/Trailer Sway Control sys-
tems off, press and hold the switch
for 3 seconds and more while the
vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will
come on and the “TRAC OFF” will
be shown on the multi-information
display.
Press the switch again to turn the sys-
tem back on.
■When the “TRAC OFF” is displayed on the multi-information display even if the VSC
OFF switch has not been pressed
TRAC/Active TRAC, hill-s tart assist control, downhill assist control and Crawl Control
cannot be operated. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Hill-start assist control operation conditions
●The shift lever is in D or S.
●The brake pedal is not depressed.
Disabling the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control sys-
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■Sounds and vibrations caused by the AB
S/Multi Terrain ABS, brake assist, TRAC/
Active TRAC, VSC/Trailer Sway Control and hill-start assist control systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is started or just
after the vehicle begins to move. This soun d does not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operating.
None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard afte r the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly afte r the ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is acti-
vated.
■Reactivation of the TRAC or Active TR AC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems after
turning off the engine
Turning off the engine after turning off the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway
Control systems will automatically re-enabled them.
■Reactivation of the TRAC or Active TRAC system linked to vehicle speed
When only the TRAC or Active TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC or Active TRAC
system will turn on when vehi cle speed increases. However, when both TRAC or Active
TRAC and VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems ar e turned off, the systems will not turn on
even when vehicle speed increases.
■When the brake system operates continuously
The brake actuator may overheat . In this case, the TRAC or Active TRAC and hill-start
assist control systems will stop operating, a buzzer will sound and the “TRAC OFF” will
be shown on the multi-information display. Refrain from using the system until the mes-
sage goes off. (There is no proble m with continuing normal driving.)
■If the slip indicator comes on...
It may indicate a malfunction in the TRAC /Active TRAC, VSC/Trailer Sway Control or
hill-start assist control system. Consult your Lexus dealer.
■KDSS
Some difference of vehicle height between left and right side can appear. This does not
indicate a malfunction in the KDSS system. For more information, contact your Lexus
dealer.

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CAUTION
■The ABS/Multi Terrain 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 the wet or slick road.
■Stopping distance when the ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is operating may exceed that of
normal conditions
The ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance.
Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the follow-
ing 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/Active 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/Active TRAC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle 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.
■When the VSC/Trailer Sway Control is activated
The slip indicator light flas hes. Always drive carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator
light flashes.
■When the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC/Trail er Sway Control systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As these
are the systems to help ensure vehicle stab ility and driving force, do not turn the TRAC
or Active TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Co ntrol systems off unless necessary.

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■The outside rear view mi
rror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to
see.
■The Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer hearing
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as high
audio volume.
■When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunctio n is detected due to any of th e following reasons, warning mes-
sages will be displayed: ( →P. 531, 532)
●There is a malfunction with the sensors
●The sensors have become dirty
●The outside temperature is extremely high or low
●The sensor voltage has become abnormal
■Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico and Saipan
For vehicles sold in Canada