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4-5. Using the driving support systems
■The active rear wing can be operated when
●The engine switch

is in IGNITION ON mode .
●The trunk is closed.
●The active rear wing has been activated
in a customized setting.
■Conditions which st op the operation
In the following situations operation of the
active rear wing will stop:
●The engine switch is
turned to ACCESSORY mode or off while the active rear wing is operating.
●The trunk is opened while the active rear wing is operating.
●The raising operation of the active rear wing is interrupted by an object, etc.
●The active rear wing is operated in an unusual manner causing it to stop at an irregular position.
In such cases, pressing the active rear wing switch will fully raise the active rear wing.
Or, begin driving the vehicle and the active rear wing will raise automatically when the vehicle speed reaches 25 km/h (16 mph).
■When there is a malfunction in the sys-
tem
A warning message will be displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.378)
■Customization
The active rear wing can be turned on/ off.
(Customizable features: P.423)
The active rear wing will operate auto-
matically at the following speeds
according to the selected driving
mode ( P.242).
(Always observe the legal speed limit
when driving on public roads.)
 When other than Eco drive mode is
selected
Up: Approximately 80 km/h (50
mph)
Down: Approximately 40 km/h (25
mph)
 When Eco drive mode is selected
Up: Approximately 130 km/h (80
mph)
Down: Approximately 40 km/h (25
mph)
Operate the active rear wing switch to
raise/retract the active rear wing man-
ually.
The active rear wing retracts when it is
raised and raises when retracted.
However, the active rear wing does not
respond to switch operations while the
NOTICE
■To prevent system damage
●Do not apply pressure to the active rear wing when pushing or pulling the
vehicle.
●Do not lean on the active rear wing.
●Do not attach any accessories or other objects to the active rear wing.
●Do not modify or disassemble the active rear wing.
●Do not subject the active rear wing to
severe impact.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not operate the active rear wing
repeatedly while the engine is turned off.
Automatic operation
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Press the switch again to turn the sys-
tems back on.*: On vehicles with PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-
tem), PCS will also be disabled (only Pre-
Collision warning is available). The PCS
warning light will come on and a message
will be displayed on the multi-information
display. ( P.217)
■When the message is displayed on the multi-information display showing that
TRC has been disabled even if the
switch has not been pressed
TRC cannot be operated. Contact any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho- rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Operating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will operate:
●The shift position is in a position other than P or N (when starting off for-
ward/backward on an upward incline).
●The vehicle is stopped.
●The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
●The parking brake is not engaged.
■Automatic system cancelation of hill- start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
●The shift position is shifted to P or N.
●The accelerator pedal is depressed.
●The parking brake is engaged.
●2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the brake pedal is released
■VGRS is disabled when
VGRS may stop operating in the following situations.
In this event, the steering wheel may move from its straight forward position, but it will
return when the system restarts.
●When the steering wheel is operated for
an extended period of time while the vehicle is stopped or is moving very slowly (on vehicles with LDH, DRS is dis-
abled together with VGRS)
●When the steering wheel has been held
fully to the left or right
The center position of the steering wheel
may change when VGRS is disabled. How- ever, the position will return to normal after VGRS is reactivated.
■When the 12-volt battery is discon-
nected (vehicles with VGRS)
The steering wheel may move from its
straight forward position, but this will be corrected automatically when driving.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRC, VSC, hill-start
assist control and VGRS systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine
compartment when the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the
vehicle begins to move. This sound 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 oper- ating. None of these indicates that a mal-function has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.• A motor sound may be heard after the
vehicle comes to a stop.
■ECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard in the
following cases, but it does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred.
●Operating sound heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is operated.
●Motor sound of the brake system heard from the front part of the vehicle when
the driver’s door is opened.
●Operating sound heard from the engine
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4-6. Driving tips
Driving
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the accelera-
tor pedal depression amount can be
generated more smoothly than it is in
normal conditions. In addition, the
operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving the fuel economy.
( P.242)
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by
keeping the indicate of Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( P.86)
Shift the shift position to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driving in
heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift position
to P when parking. When using the N
position, there is no positive effect on
fuel consumption. In the N position, the
gasoline engine operates but electric-
ity cannot be generated. Also, when
using the air conditioning system, etc.,
the hybrid battery (traction battery)
power is consumed.
 Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid
abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion. Gradual acceleration and
deceleration will make more effec-
tive use of the electric motor (trac-
tion motor) without having to use
gasoline engine power.
 Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery)
power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be
restored by driving with the acceler-
ator pedal slightly released.
Make sure to operate the brakes gently
and in a timely manner. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be
regenerated when slowing down.
Repeated acceleration and decelera-
tion, as well as long waits at traffic
lights, will lead to bad fuel economy.
Check traffic reports before leaving
and avoid delays as much as possible.
When driving in a traffic jam, gently
release the brake pedal to allow the
vehicle to move forward slightly while
avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control
excessive gasoline consumption.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
(LC500h)
For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the follow-
ing points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Changing the shift position
Accelerator pedal/brake pedal
operation
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4-6. Driving tips
Driving
Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
•Engine coolant
• Power control unit coolant (LC500h)
•Washer fluid
 Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four
snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size
and the same brand.
 Tire chains can only be installed on
the rear tires. However, tire chains
cannot be installed on 275/35RF21
or 275/40RF20 rear tires.
Before installing tire ch ains, change all four
tires and wheels to those of the specified
size for use with tire chains (front tires:
245/45RF20, rear tires: 245/45RF20,
wheels: 20 x 8 1/2 J 25 inset). Use the
specified type of tire chains and install
them on the rear tires only.
For details, contact any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of
vehicle control and cause death or seri- ous injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Do not drive at speeds in excess of the
speed limit or the speed limit specified for the snow tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used, or 50 km/h (30 mph), which-
ever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.
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5-3. Using the air conditioning system
Interior features
■Main control screen
Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.
to can be adjusted by perform-
ing the following operations.
Flick operation: Move the pointer to
the desired item and flick the touchpad
up or down.
The item can be adjusted by one level.
Trace operation: After selecting the
desired item, trace the pad surface.
The item can be adjusted by the amount
that you trace.
Trace operation cannot be used while driv-
ing.
Sub menu
Selecting the sub menu item to switch the
main screen.
: Display the air conditioning control
screen
: Display the heated steering
wheel/seat heater/seat ventilator control
screen (if equipped)
: Display the Lexus Climate Con-
cierge control screen
: Display the option control screen
Adjust the left-hand side tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the air flow mode
: 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 wind-
shield defogger operates
Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting
Function on/off indicators
When the function is on, the indicator illu-
minates on the control screen.
Sub function menu
When the sub function button on the
Remote Touch is pressed, the following
functions can be switched on and off.
: Set Lexus Climate Concierge
( P.278)
“AUTO”: Set automatic mode on/off
( P.285)
“Off”: Turn the fan off
“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification
function
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system
on longer than necessary when the engine is off.
Air conditioning control screen
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5-3. Using the air conditioning system
*: If equipped
■Main display
Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.
to can be adjusted by perform-
ing the following operations.
Flick operation: Move the pointer to
the desired item and flick the touchpad
up or down.
The item can be adjusted by one level.
Trace operation: After selecting the
desired item, trace the pad surface.
The item can be adjusted by the amount
that you trace.
Trace operation cannot be used while driv-
ing.
Heated steering wheel*/seat
heaters/seat ventilators
Heated steering wheel
Warms up the grip of the steering
wheel
 Seat heaters
Warm up the seat upholstery
 Seat ventilators
Maintain good air flow on the seat
upholstery by blowing air from the
seats
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch and select “Climate”
to display the air conditioning con-
trol screen. Then, select on the
sub menu ( P.283) to display the
heated steering wheel/seat heat-
ers/seat ventilators control screen.
WARNING
■To prevent minor burn injuries
Care should be taken if anyone in the fol- lowing categories comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the
heater is on:
●Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
●Persons with sensitive skin
●Persons who are fatigued
●Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heat- ers and seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not
stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not use the functions when the engine is off.
Control screen
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5-4. Using the interior lights
■Customization
Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights
turn off) can be changed. (Customizable features: P.423)
■Turning the door position on
Press the door-linked personal light
switch
The lights are turned on and off according
to whether the doors are opened/closed.
When the door position is on, the indicator
illuminates.
■Turning the lights on/off
Touch the light
When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.
NOTICE
■Removing light lenses
Never remove the lens for the personal lights. Otherwise, the lights will be dam-aged.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the engine is off.
Operating the personal lights
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5-5. Using the storage features
Interior features
5-5.Using the storage features
Glove box (P.293)
Auxiliary net
Door pockets
Console box/auxiliary box
( P.294)
Cup holder ( P.294)
1 Open (press the glove box opener)
2 Unlock with the mechanical key
3 Lock with the mechanical key
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
■Trunk opener main switch
 P.122
■If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The glove box cannot be opened as usual.
Refer to P.393 to open the glove box.
List of stor age features
Location of the storage features
WARNING
■Items that should not be left in the
vehicle
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause the following when cabin tempera-
ture becomes high:
●Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other stored items.
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●Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire hazard.
■When the storage compartments are
not in use
When driving or when the storage com- partments are not in use, keep the lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by an open lid
or the items stored inside.
Glove box