
722-1. Instrument cluster
■Display items
 Odometer
Displays the total distance the vehicle has 
been driven.
Trip meter A/trip meter B
Displays the distance the vehicle has been 
driven since the meter  was last reset. Trip 
meters A and B can be used to record and 
display different distances independently.
 Distance until next engine oil 
change
Displays the distance the vehicle can be 
driven until an oil change is necessary.
■Changing the display
Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is 
pressed, the displayed item will be  changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch 
will reset the trip meter.
■Pop-up display
Distance until the next engine oil 
change will displayed when a warning 
message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is 
required is displayed.
The brightness of the instrument panel 
lights can be adjusted.
1
Darker
2
Brighter
■Brightness of the meter lights (day mode 
and night mode)
The brightness of the meter lights can be 
adjusted individually.
In the following situations, the meters 
WARNING
For example, there is a lag between the 
driver’s shifting and the new gear number 
appearing on the display. This lag could 
cause the driver to downshift again, 
causing rapid and excessive engine brak-
ing and possibly an accident resulting in 
death or injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and 
its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the 
tachometer enter the red zone, which 
indicates the maximum engine speed.
●The engine may be overheating if the 
engine coolant temperature gauge is 
in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-
diately stop the vehicle in a safe place, 
and check the engine after it has 
cooled completely. ( P.389)
Odometer and trip meter dis-
play
Changing the instrument panel 
light brightness 

1043-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
situations, the communication between the 
electronic key and the vehicle may be 
affected, preventing the smart access sys-
tem with push-button start, wireless remote 
control and immobilizer system from oper-
ating properly. 
(Ways of coping:  P.382)
●When the electronic key battery is 
depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, 
gas station, radio stat ion, large display, 
airport or other faci lity that generates 
strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When the electronic key is in contact 
with, or is covered by the following metal-
lic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that  have aluminum foil 
inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless ke ys (that emit radio 
waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key 
together with the following devices that 
emit radio waves
• Portable radio, cellular phone, cordless  phone or other wireless communication 
device
• Another electronic ke y or a wireless key 
that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital  assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or 
metallic objects are attached to the rear 
window
●When the electronic key is placed near a 
battery charger or electronic devices
●When the vehicle is parked in a pay park-
ing spot where radio waves are emitted.
■Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is within the 
effective range (detection areas), the sys-
tem may not operate properly in the fol-
lowing cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the win- dow or outside door handle, near the 
ground, or in a high place when the doors 
are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is near the ground or 
in a high place, or too close to the center 
of the rear bumper when the trunk is 
opened.
• The electronic key is on the instrument  panel, rear package tray or floor, or in the 
door pockets or glove box when the 
hybrid system is started or power switch 
modes are changed.
●Do not leave the electronic key on top of 
the instrument panel or near the door 
pockets when exiting the vehicle. 
Depending on the radio wave reception 
conditions, it may be  detected by the 
antenna outside the cabin and the doors 
will become lockable from the outside, 
possibly trapping the electronic key 
inside the vehicle.
●As long as the electronic key is within the 
effective range, the doors may be locked 
or unlocked by anyone. However, only 
the doors detecting the electronic key 
can be used to unlock the vehicle.
●Even if the electronic  key is not inside the 
vehicle, it may be po ssible to start the 
hybrid system if the el ectronic key is near 
the window.
●The doors may unlock or lock if a large 
amount of water splashes on the door 
handle, such as in the rain or in a car 
wash, when the electronic key is within 
the effective range. (The doors will auto-
matically be locked after approximately 
60 seconds if the doors are not opened 
and closed.)
●If the wireless remote control is used to 
lock the doors when the electronic key is 
near the vehicle, there is a possibility that 
the door may not be unlocked by the 
entry function. (Use the wireless remote 
control to unlock the doors.)
●Touching the door lock sensor while 
wearing gloves may delay or prevent lock 
operation. Remove the gloves and touch 
the lock sensor again.
●When the lock operation is performed 
using the lock sensor, recognition signals 
will be shown up to two consecutive  

1314-1. Before driving
4
Driving
Cargo capacity depends on the total 
weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac-
ity)  (Total weight of occupants)
NOTICE
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil 
and fluid used for the engine, hybrid 
transmission, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the bearings 
and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bear-
ings, etc.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift 
the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may 
cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle 
may accelerate sudden ly if the accelera-
tor pedal is accidentally depressed.
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions, 
cargo capacity and load:
WARNING
■Things that must not be carried in the 
trunk
The following things may cause a fire if 
loaded in the trunk:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals 
from being depressed properly, may 
block the driver’s vision, or may result in 
items hitting the driver or passengers, 
possibly causing an accident.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk 
whenever possible.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on 
the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats  (when stacking items)
• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
• In front of the Center Display
●Secure all items in the occupant com-
partment.
Capacity and distribution 

1794-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
■Lane departure alert function
When the system determines that the 
vehicle might depart from its lane or 
course
*, a warning is displayed on the 
multi-information display, and either a 
warning buzzer will sound or the steer-
ing wheel will vibrate to alert the driver.
When the warning buzzer sounds or the 
steering wheel vibrates, check the area 
around your vehicle and carefully operate 
the steering wheel to move the vehicle 
back to the center of the lane.
Vehicles with Blind Spot Monitor: When 
the system determines that the vehicle 
might depart from its lane and that the pos-
sibility of a collision with an overtaking 
vehicle in the adjacent lane is high, the lane 
departure alert will operate even if the turn 
signals are operating.
*: Boundary between asphalt and the side  of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb
■Steering assist function
When the system determines that the 
vehicle might depart from its lane or 
course
*, the system provides assis-
tance as necessary by operating the 
steering wheel in small amounts for a 
short period of time to keep the vehicle 
in its lane.
If the system detects that the steering 
wheel has not been operated for a fixed 
amount of time or the steering wheel is not 
being firmly gripped, a warning is displayed 
on the multi-informat ion display and the 
function is temporarily canceled.
Vehicles with Blind Spot Monitor: When 
the system determines that the vehicle 
might depart from its lane and that the pos-
sibility of a collision with an overtaking 
vehicle in the adjacent lane is high, the 
steering assist function will operate even if 
the turn signals are operating.
*: Boundary between asphalt and the side  of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb
WARNING
●The vehicle is affected by wind from a 
vehicle driven in a nearby lane.
●The vehicle has just changed lanes or 
crossed an intersection.
●Tires which differ by structure, manu-
facturer, brand or tread pattern are 
used.
●Snow tires, etc. are equipped.
●The vehicle is being driven at 
extremely high speeds.
Functions included in LTA system 

3717-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
schedule* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles 
(7200 km) after the  message has been 
reset. If necessary, perform maintenance. 
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.309)
*: Refer to the separa te “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval 
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your 
Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is required to 
correspond to the driven distance on the 
maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles 
(8000 km) after the message has been 
reset. (The indicator will not work properly 
unless the message ha s been reset.) Per-
form the necessary maintenance. Please 
reset the message after the maintenance is 
performed. ( P.309)
*: Refer to the separa te “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval 
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is 
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil should be 
scheduled to be changed.
Check the engine oil and change it if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, make 
sure to reset the message. ( P.309)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be 
changed.
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the 
engine oil, make sure  to reset the message. 
(  P.320)
■If a message that in dicates the need for 
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part  shown on the multi-
information display is malfunctioning. Have 
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer  immediately.
■If a message that indicates the need for 
referring to Owner’
s Manual is dis-
played
●If any of the following messages are 
shown on the multi-information display, 
follow the instructions.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.389)
●If any of the following messages are 
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it 
may indicate a malf unction. Have the 
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer 
immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc- tion”
• “Hybrid system malfunction”
•“Check Engine”
• “Hybrid battery system malfunction”
• “Accelerator system malfunction”
●If any of the following messages are 
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it 
may indicate a malfun ction. Immediately 
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus 
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
• “Hybrid system stopped”
• “Engine stopped”
●If “Low Auxiliary Battery” is shown
• When the display goes off after several 
seconds
*:
Maintain the hybrid  system operation for 
more than 15 minutes and charge the 12-
volt battery.
• When the display does not go off:
Start up the hybrid system using the proce-
dures for “If the 12-volt battery is dis-
charged” ( P.384).
*: Displays for about 6 seconds
●If “Maintenance required for Traction bat-
tery cooling Parts” is  shown, the filters 
may be clogged, the air intake vents may 
be blocked, or there may be a gap in the 
duct. Therefore, perform the following 
correction procedure.
• If the air intake vent s and filters of the 
hybrid battery (traction battery) are dirty, 
perform the procedure on P.304 to  
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erence
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*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the 
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3968-1. Specifications
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence
*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the 
engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn 
off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 
minutes, and check the oil level on the 
dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in 
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus 
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” 
or equivalent to satisfy the following 
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API SN/RC multigrade 
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-16 SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for good 
fuel economy and good
 starting in cold 
weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE 
0W-20 oil may be used. However, it 
must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at 
the next oil change.
Outside temperature
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained here 
as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-16 indicates the  characteristic of the oil which allows 
Electric motor (traction motor)
TypePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output88 kW
Maximum torque149 ft•lbf (202 N•m, 20.6 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
TypeNickel-metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/cell
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity34 modules
Overall voltage244.8 V
Lubrication system
With filter4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 Imp.qt.)
Without filter4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
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4238-3. Items to initialize
8
Vehicle specifications
8-3.Items to initialize
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such 
cases as the 12-volt battery being re connected, or maintenance being per-
formed on the vehicle:
List of the items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)*After reconnecting or changing the 
12-volt batteryP.222
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires.
• When the tire inflation pressure is  changed by changing tire size. 
(When there are  multiple speci-
fied pressures)
• After registering the ID codes.
• When the tire inflation pressure is  changed such as when changing 
traveling speed.
P.331
Power windows• When functioning abnormallyP.120
Lexus parking assist monitor*
• 12-volt battery has been rein-stalled.
• The steering wheel has been  moved while the 12-volt battery 
was being reinstalled.
• 12-volt battery power is low.Refer to “NAV- IGATION 
AND MULTI- MEDIA SYS- TEM 
OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.
Panoramic view monitor*
• 12-volt battery has been rein- stalled.
• The steering wheel has been  moved while the 12-volt battery 
was being reinstalled.
• 12-volt battery power is low.Refer to the 
“NAVIGA-
TION AND 
MULTIMEDIA  SYSTEM 
OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.
Message indicating maintenance is 
required• After the maintenance is per- formedP.309
Oil maintenance• After the maintenance is per-formedP.320 

442Alphabetical index
Exterior .......................................................... 300
Interior .............................................................303
Seat belts........................................................303
Cargo capacity...............................................133
Cargo hooks ................................................... 271
Center Display ............................................. 246
Chains .............................................................. 243
Child-protectors............................................. 94
Child restraint system................................... 42 Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 49
Fixed with a seat belt................................... 46
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............................................................37
Points to remember .....................................42
Riding with children ......................................42
Types of child restraint system installation  method ........................................................... 43
Using an anchor bracket ............................ 51
Child safety ....................................................... 42 12-volt battery precautions ....... 324, 387
Airbag precautions...................................... 33
Child restraint system................................. 43
Heated steering wheel and seat heater 
precautions.................................................. 261
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Moon roof precautions ............................ 123
Power window lock switch.......................121
Power window precautions .....................121
Rear door child-protectors ..................... 94
Removed electronic key battery precau- tions ...............................................................340
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions ...................................42
Trunk precautions ........................................ 95
Cleaning.............................................. 300, 303 Aluminum wheels ..................................... 300
Exterior .......................................................... 300
Interior .............................................................303
Radar sensor.......................................163, 198
Seat belts........................................................303
Clock ........................................................ 70, 272 Coat hooks..................................................... 283
Compass ......................................................... 289
Condenser .......................................................321
Console box .................................................. 269
Console box light ........................................ 269
Cooling system............................................. 320
Engine overheating.................................. 389
Hybrid system overheating ................. 390
Cornering lights .............................................152 Replacing light bulbs ................................344
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise  control with full-
speed range ............................................... 187
Cup holder ..................................................... 269
Current fuel consumption ...........................74
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features ................................ 412
D
Daytime running light system .................. 150
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.....................254
Rear window ................................................254
Windshield ....................................................254
Dimension ...................................................... 394
Dinghy towing.................................................134
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................197
Dynamic radar cruise  control with full-
speed range ............................................... 187
Energy monitor ............................................... 81
Head-up display.............................................77
Intuitive parking assist ............................. 205
LTA (Lane-Tracing Assist) ...................... 181
Multi-information display .......................... 73
Parking Support Brake function (rear 
pedestrians)............................................... 233
RCD (Rear Camera Detection) ......... 215
RCTA.................................................................. 211
Warning message .................................... 368
Distance until next engine oil change .....72
Do-it-yourself maintenance ..................... 310