
2474-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving *
:If equipped
The RSA system recognizes specific 
road signs using the front camera 
and/or navigation system (when data is 
available) to provide information to the 
driver via the display.
When the front camera recognizes a 
sign and/or informat ion of a sign is  available from navigation system, the 
sign will be displayed on the 
multi-information display.
 When the Driving support system 
information display is selected, a 
maximum of 3 signs can be dis-
played. (  P.80)
 When a tab other than the Driving 
support system information display 
is selected, only a recognized speed 
limit sign or do not enter sign (when 
notification is necessary) will be dis-
played. (  P.80)
If signs other than speed limit signs are rec-
ognized, they will be displayed in an over-
lapping stack under th e current speed limit 
sign.
The following types of ro ad signs are recognized.
A non-official or recently introduced traffic signs may not be recognized.RSA (Road Sign Assist) *
Summary of function
WARNING■
Before using the RSA
Do not rely solely upon the RSA system. 
RSA is a system which supports the 
driver by providing information, but it is 
not a replacement for a driver’s own 
vision and awareness. Drive safely by 
always paying careful attention to the 
traffic rules.
Indication on the multi-informa-
tion display
Supported types of road signs 

304 5-1. Remote Touch/Display
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Switches
“MAP” buttonVehicles with navigation function:
Press this button to display the vehicle’s 
current position.
Vehicles without navigation function:
Press this button to display the compass 
mode screen.
“MENU” buttonPress this button to display the menu 
screen.
Back buttonPress this button to display the previous 
screen.
TouchpadSlide your finger on the touchpad and 
move the pointer to select a function, letter 
and screen button.
Press the touchpad to enter the selected  function, letter or screen button. Certain 
finger movements on the touchpad can 
perform functions, su ch as changing map 
scalings and scrolling list screens.
Sub function button When   is displayed on the screen, a 
function screen assigned to the screen can 
be displayed. ■
Using the touchpad
1 Select: Touch the touchpad to 
select the desired button on the 
screen.
2 Enter: Buttons on the screen can be 
selected by either depressing or 
double tapping the touchpad. 
Once a button has been selected, 
the screen will change. ■
Touch operation
Operations are performed by touching 
the touchpad with your finger.
 Trace Trace the pad surface  while maintaining 
contact with the touchpad. Moving the 
cursor and the pointer.Remote Touch The Remote Touch can be used to 
operate the Center Display.
For details on the Remote touch, 
refer to “NAVIGATION AND 
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM 
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Remote Touch operation
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Menu screen
Press the “MENU” button on the 
Remote Touch to display the menu 
screen.
The displays shown in the illustrations 
are used for example only and may dif-
fer from the actual vehicle. *1
: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND 
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.  *2
: This function is not available on some 
models. 
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Split-screen display
Different information can be displayed on the left and right sides of the screen. For 
example, air conditioning system screen  can be displayed and operated while the 
fuel consumption information screen is be ing displayed. The large screen on the Center Display
Center Display overview
Switch Function
Select to display the 
“Destination” 
screen. *1
Select to display the 
media control 
screen or the audio 
control screen. *1
Select to display the 
hands-free control 
screen. *1 Select to display the 
“Apps” screen. *1, 2
When an Apple 
CarPlay connection 
is established and 
button displays 
“Apple CarPlay”, 
select to display the 
home screen of 
Apple CarPlay. *1, 2
Select to display the 
information screen. *1
 
(  P.91)
Select to display the 
setup screen. *1
Select to display the 
air conditioning con-
trol screen. 
(  P.316)Switch Function 

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Interior features left of the display is called the main display, and the small screen to the right is 
called the side display.
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Main display
For details about the functions and 
operation of the main display, refer to 
the respective section and “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM 
OWNER’S MANUAL”. ■
Side display
The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.
Select   or   to display the desired 
screen.
Navigation system *
Audio * Vehicle information (  P.93)
Air conditioning system (  P.319)
Show/hide the side display **
: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND 
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.
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Screen display during low temperatures
When the ambient temperature is 
extremely low, screen response may be 
delayed even if the Remote Touch is oper-
ated.
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:If equipped
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Home screen
Touch to display the audio control 
screen. 
Refer to “NAVIGATION AND 
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM 
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Touch to display the rear air condi-
tioning control screen. (  P.324)
Touch to display the rear seat 
adjustment screen. (  P.126)
Touch to display the relaxation seat 
(if equipped) control screen. 
(  P.129) Touch to display the rear sunshade 
(if equipped)/rear interior light con-
trol screen. (  P.347)
Touch to display the Rear Multi 
Operation Panel settings screen. 
(  P.308)
Rear Multi Operation Panel unlock 
button
Touch and hold until the unlock sta-
tus indicators are completely illumi-
nated to unlock the Rear Multi 
Operation Panel.
Touch “Screen Lock” to lock the 
Rear Multi Operation Panel sys-
tem. (  P.308)
Shortcut button
Shortcut screen is displayed. Touch 
to display/hide commonly used 
buttons for a selected mode on the 
bottom portion of the screen.
 button
Press to display the home screen. 
When the screen is on, press and 
hold to turn the screen off. ■
Rear Multi Operation Panel set-
tings screen
Screen operation settings and the 
brightness of the screen can be 
changed.Rear Multi Operation Panel *
The Rear Multi Operation Panel 
built-into the rear armrest can be 
used to operate the rear audio sys-
tem, air conditioning system, seat, 
relaxsation, shade or lamp.
Rear Multi Operation Panel 
overview
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B
C
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3155-3. Using the air conditio ning system and defogger
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Interior features ●
When the engine switch is turned off, the 
current air conditioning settings will auto-
matically be registered to the electronic 
key that was used to unlock the vehicle.●
The system may not operate correctly if 
more than one electr onic key is in the 
vicinity or if the smart access system with 
push-button start is used to unlock a pas-
senger door.●
The doors that can recall the air condi-
tioning setting *
 when unlocked using the 
smart access system with push-button 
start can be changed. For details, contact 
your Lexus dealer. *
: The doors that can recall the driving 
position memory are changed at the 
same time.■
Operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sys-
tem is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel 
efficiency: ●
Engine speed and compressor operation 
controlled to restri ct heating/cooling 
capacity●
Fan speed restricted when automatic 
mode is selected
To improve air condit ioning performance, 
perform the following operations: ●
Turn off eco air conditioning mode 
(  P.316) ●
Adjust the fan speed●
Turn off Eco drive mode (  P.289)
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When the outside temperature falls to 
nearly 32°F (0°C)
The dehumidification function may not 
operate even when “A/C” is selected. 
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Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●
To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning 
system to the outside air mode.
●
During use, various odors from inside and 
outside the vehicle may enter into and 
accumulate in the air conditioning sys-
tem. This may then cause odor to be 
emitted from the vents.
●
To reduce potential odors from occur- ring:
• It is recommended that the air condition-
ing system be set to outside air mode 
prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be 
delayed for a short pe riod of time imme-
diately after the air conditioning system is 
started in automatic mode or with the 
micro dust and pollen filter on. ●
When parking, the system automatically 
switches to outside air mode to encour-
age better air circulation throughout the 
vehicle, helping to reduce odors that 
occur when starting the vehicle. ■
Using the voice command system
Air conditioning system can be operated 
using voice commands.  For details, refer to 
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA 
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.  ■
Air conditioning filter
 P.398 ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized. 
(  P.466)
WARNING■
To prevent the windshield from fog-
ging up
Do not use the windshield defogger 
switch during cool air operation in 
extremely humid weather. The difference 
between the temperature of the outside 
air and that of the windshield can cause 
the outer surface of the windshield to fog 
up, blocking your vision.
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When the outside rear view mirror 
defoggers are operating
Do not touch the outside rear view mir-
ror surfaces, as they can become very 
hot and burn you. 

466 8-2. Customization
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Changing by using the meter con-
trol switches
1 Press   or   to select  .
2 Operate the meter control 
switches to select the desired item 
to be customized.
3 According to the display, select the 
desired setting and then press  .To go back to the previous screen or exit 
the customize mode, press  .
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Changing by using the Remote 
Touch
1 Press the “MENU” button on the 
Remote Touch.
2 Select “Setup” on the menu screen 
and select “Vehicle”.
3 Select “Vehicle Customization” or 
“Drive Mode Customization”.Various setting can be changed. Refer to 
the list of settings that can be changed for 
details.
For details on the Remote Touch, refer 
to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”. ■
Changing by using the Rear Multi 
Operation Panel (if equipped)
1 Display the home screen on the 
Rear Multi Operation Panel and 
then touch “Settings”.
2 Touch “Seat”.
3 Select the desired setting. ■
When customizing using the Remote 
Touch
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the 
parking brake, and shift the shift position to 
P. Also, to prevent battery discharge, leave 
the engine running while customizing the 
features.Customizable features Your vehicle includes a variety of 
electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to your preferences. The 
settings of these features can be 
changed by using the meter control 
switches, the Remote Touch, Rear 
Multi Operation Panel or at your 
Lexus dealer.
Customizing vehicle features WARNING■
During customization
As the engine needs to be running 
during customization, ensure that the 
vehicle is parked in a place with ade-
quate ventilation. In a closed area such as 
a garage, exhaust gases including harm-
ful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect 
and enter the vehicle. This may lead to 
death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
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During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that 
the engine is running while customizing 
features. 

5011-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Front side marker light
Light switch ..................................................... 179
Replacing light bulbs................................404
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs................................404
Turn signal lever ........................................... 173
Fuel
Capacity ......................................................... 447
Fuel gauge ............................................... 73, 76
Fuel pump shut off system ...................... 414
Information ....................................................455
Refueling ......................................................... 189
Type.................................................................. 447
Warning light ................................................ 418
Fuel consumption
Average fuel economy .............................. 82
Current fuel consumption........................ 82
Fuel filler door
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened
......................................................................... 432
Refueling ......................................................... 189
Fuel gauge ..................................................73, 76
Fuel pump shut off system..........................414
Fuses .................................................................. 401
G
Garage door opener ................................. 350
Gauges ........................................................73, 76
Gear Position................................................... 84
G-force............................................................... 84
Glove box ....................................................... 336
Glove box light ............................................. 337
H
Hands Free Power Trunk Lid ...................107
Head restraints ...............................................135
Headlights
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)
............................................................................ 181
Automatic High Beam system..............182
Light switch ..................................................... 179 Replacing light bulbs ............................... 404
Head-up display.............................................. 87
Driving information display area ........... 87
Driving support system display area ..90
Eco Driving Indicator....................................91
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............89
Navigation system-linked display ........ 87
Pop-up display ...............................................90
Settings...............................................................89
Heated steering wheel .............................. 326
Heaters
Front automatic air conditioning system
........................................................................... 313
Heated steering wheel ............................326
Outside rear view mirrors.......................314
Rear automatic air  conditioning system
.......................................................................... 323
Seat heaters ..................................................326
Height control
Electronically modulated air suspension
.......................................................................... 292
Hill-start assist control ............................... 295
Hood
Open..................................................................371
Pop Up Hood.................................................38
Hooks
Coat hooks ................................................... 344
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..................... 22
Horn ................................................................... 138
HUD (Head-up display) switch ................ 89
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I/M test ............................................................ 368
Identification
Engine.............................................................. 447
Vehicle ............................................................446
Ignition switch (engine switch).................164
Auto power off function........................... 166
Changing the engine  switch modes . 166
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an 
emergency ................................................ 406
Indicators ........................................................... 70