
4738-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and they
represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under con-
trolled conditions on specified govern-
ment test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on braking (straight
ahead) traction tests and does not include
cornering (turning) traction.
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudd
en tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of perfor-
mance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Fede ral Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire
assume that it is properly inflated and not
overloaded.
Excessive speed, unde rinflation, or exces-
sive loading, either separately or in combi-
nation, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of hybrid transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent
that these items are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not)

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Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil
and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning
and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight
150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that fol-
lows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular produc-
tion options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of
the standard items which they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb weight or accessory
weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers,
roof rack, heavy duty 12-volt battery, and special
trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assem-
bly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter (Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim
by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on the tire
The load on an individual ti re that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Tire related termMeaning

4798-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
8-2.Customization
■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 .
■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 th
at 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 12-volt battery discharge,
leave the hybrid system operating while
customizing the features.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being cus-
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 hybrid system needs to be operat-
ing during customizatio n, 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
■During customization
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge,
ensure that the hybrid system is operat-
ing while customizing features.
Customizable features

4908-2. Customization
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■PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (P.278)
■Driving mode select switch ( P.297)
■Electronically modulated air suspension* ( P.298)
*:If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P.323)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) functionOnOff—O——
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Powertrain control in custom
modeNormalPowerO———Eco
Chassis control in custom
modeNormalSportO———Comfort
Air conditioning operation in
custom modeNormalEcoO———
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
Vehicle height controlOnOff—O——
Ingress/egress height control
functionOnOff—O——
Vehicle height when parkedNormalHigh—O——
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-ting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffO——O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3O——O
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD
ABCD

4948-3. Initialization
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8-3.Initialization
*:If equipped
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 items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake)• After reconnecting or changing the 12-volt batteryP.282
Message indicating
maintenance is
required
• After maintenance is performedP.375
Oil maintenance• After maintenance is performedP.387
Tire pressure warning
system
• When the tire inflation pressure is changed, such as when changing trav-
eling speed or load weight.
• When the tire inflation pressure is changed, such as when the tire size is
changed.
• When rotating the tires.
• After performing the transmitter ID code registration procedure.
P.398
Lexus parking assist
monitor
*
• 12-volt battery ha s been reinstalled.
• The steering wheel has been moved while the 12-volt battery was being
reinstalled.
• 12-volt battery power is low.Refer to the “NAVI-
GATION AND MUL- TIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”.
Panoramic view moni-
tor
*
• 12-volt battery ha s been reinstalled.
• The steering wheel has been moved while the 12-volt battery was being
reinstalled.
• 12-volt battery power is low.Refer to the “NAVI-
GATION AND MUL- TIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”.

506What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.442)
If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.442)
Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.409)
Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power
switch off. (
P.172)
Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop- erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. (
P.125)
Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. (
P.115)
The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. ( P.120)
Did you press the power switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.170)
Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.124)
Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.171)
Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the hy brid system can be
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the
electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start

5071-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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started in a temporary way. (
P.444)
Is the 12-volt battery discharged?
( P.445)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.171)
Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. (
P.156)
The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY mode for a period of
time. ( P.173)
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the front passenger
wearing the seat belts? (
P.427)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.183)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. (P.424, 434)
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
(
P.73)
Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarms:
Unlock the doors.
Turn the power switch to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode, or start the
hybrid system. (The alarm will be
deactivated or stopped after a few
seconds.)
Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. (
P.434)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.424, 434.
Slow down the vehicle, drive with
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire

5091-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Alphabetical Index
A
A/C Air conditioning filter .............................. 408
Front automatic air conditioning system......................................................................... 323
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 329
Rear automatic air conditioning system ......................................................................... 334
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 302 Warning light ............................................... 426
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) 189
Adaptive Variable Suspension System302
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) 189
Air conditioning filter .................................408
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............................. 408
Front automatic air conditioning system......................................................................... 323
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 329
Rear automatic air conditioning system ......................................................................... 334
Airbags Airbag operating conditions..................... 31
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 34
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions ...................................................................32
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 34
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 40
General airbag precautions ................... 34
Locations of airbags.................................... 29
Modification and disposal of airbags ..37
Side airbag operating conditions ..........32
Side airbag precautions ............................ 34
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions.......................................................32
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 34
SRS airbags ..................................................... 29
SRS warning light ...................................... 426 Alarm ....................................................................73
Warning buzzer ......................................... 424
Anchor brackets ..................................... 46, 55
Antennas (smart acc ess system with
push-button start).......................................123
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 302 Warning light ............................................... 426
Approach warning........................................251
Armrest............................................................ 354
Assist grips ..................................................... 354
Audio system-linked display ...................... 93
Automatic headlight leveling system ... 188
Automatic High Beam ............................... 190
Automatic light control system................187
Auxiliary boxes ................................... 349, 351
Average fuel economy................................. 92
Average vehicle speed ................................ 92
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ..................................414
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking ....................................... 390
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ....445
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 309
Warning light ...............................................425
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 66
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 258
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 185
Fluid...................................................... 388, 463
Parking brake ............................................... 183
Regenerative braking ................................. 64
Warning light ............................................... 424
Brake assist .................................................... 302
Break-in tips...................................................... 161
Brightness control Instrument panel light control....... 83, 89
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 258