414 5-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) ■
When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is selected. ■
Micro dust and pollen filter ●
In order to prevent the windows from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the fol-
lowing may occur.
• Outside air mode does not swit ch to recirculated air mode.
• The air conditioning system operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute. ●
In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press . ■
The rear window defogger, outside rear vi ew mirror defogger and windshield wiper de-
icer can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes.■
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 accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents. ●
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior
to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.■
While the cool box is on (if equipped)
The front air conditioning sy stem cannot be turned off.■
Air conditioning filter
P. 503 ■
Customization
Settings (e.g. Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 584)
WARNING ■
To prevent the windshield from fogging up ●
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence 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.■
To prevent burns ●
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on. ●
Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 4616-1. Maintenance and care
6
Maintenance and care ■
Notes for a smart access system with push-button start ●
If the door handle becomes wet while the el ectronic key is within the effective range,
the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more
separate from the vehicle while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that
the key is not stolen.) ●
If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet during a car
wash, a message may be shown on the mult i-information display and a buzzer will
sound outside the vehicle. To turn off the alarm, lock all the doors.
WARNING ■
When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may cause the
electrical components etc. to catch fire. ■
When cleaning the windshield
●
When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop se nsor is located is
touched by hand ●
When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor ●
If something bumps against the windshield ●
If you directly touch the raindrop sensor bo dy or if something bumps into the raindrop
sensor ■
Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi-
ciently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns. ■
Precautions regarding the Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
If the paint of the rear bump er is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction.
If this occurs, consult your Lexus dealer.Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may
operate unexpectedly in the following situa-
tions, and may result in hands being caught or
other serious injuries and cause damage to the
wiper blades. OFF
AUTO
524 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) (Flashes or illuminates)
PCS warning light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or that
the system is temporarily unavailable due to the vehicle being
extremely hot/cold, or dirt around a front sensor, etc. ( P. 266,
531)
Follow the instructions displaye d on the multi-information dis-
play. ( P. 266, 531)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System ) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Con-
trol) system is disabled, the PC S warning light will illuminate.
P. 266
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Multi-terrain Select;
• The Crawl Control;
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• Active TRAC (Traction Control) system;
• Trailer Sway Control; or
• The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when any of the above systems other than the
Multi-terrain Select are operating.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Automatic headlight leve ling system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions
5277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 7
When trouble arises ■
SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side
impact sensors (rear), side imp act sensors (front d oor), safing sensor (rear), driver’s seat
belt buckle switch, driver’s se at position sensor, front passeng er’s seat belt buckle switch,
airbags, interconnecting wiring and power so urces, front passenger occupant classifica-
tion system, “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights, seat belt pretensioners
and force limiters. ( P. 38)■
Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer●
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor
may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passen-
ger is not sittin g in the seat.●
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sens or may not detect a passenger, and the warn-
ing light may not operate properly. ■
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following: ●
Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fu el tank immediately.●
Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after severa l trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible. ■
If the low speed four-wheel driv e indicator light or the center differential lock indicator
light blinks
Take the specified steps. ( P. 311)
If the brake system warning light or the malf unction indicator light also comes on, or the
low speed four-wheel drive indicator light or the center differential lock indicator light
continues to blink afte r taking the specified steps, ther e may be a malfunction in the
engine, the brake system or the four-wheel dr ive system. In this case, you may not be able
to transfer between “H4” and “L4” modes, an d the center differential lock may not be
able to be locked or unlocked. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer, immedi-
ately.
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 5898-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications ■
Moon roof ( P. 174)
* : The settings of the power windows are chan ged in conjunction with the settings of the
moon roof.■
Automatic light control system ( P. 227)
* : Vehicles sold outside Canada Function Default setting Customized
setting
Mechanical key linked
operation (open)
* Off On — — O
Mechanical key linked
operation (close)
* Off On — — O
Linked operation of com-
ponents when mechanical
key is used Slide only Tilt only — — O
Wireless remote control
linked operation (open)
* Off On — — O
Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control is used Slide only Tilt only — — O
Moon roof open warning
buzzer On Off — — O 1 2 3
Function Default setting Customized
setting
Light sensor sensitivity Standard -2 to 2 O — O
Daytime running light sys-
tem On Off
* O — O
Time elapsed before head-
lights automatically turn off
after doors are closed 30 seconds Off
O — O60 seconds
90 seconds
Welcome lighting illumina-
tion control On Off — — O 1 2 3
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) 5918-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications ■
Intuitive parking assist ( P. 293)
■
Automatic air conditioning system ( P. 405)Operation of the running
board lights when a door is
opened On Off — — O
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for dim-
ming the meter lights etc. Standard -2 to 2 — — O
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for bright-
ening the meter lights etc. Standard -2 to 2 — — OFunction Default setting Customized
setting 1 2 3
Function Default setting Customized
setting
Detection distance of the
front center sensor Far Near O — O
Detection distance of the
rear center sensor Far Near O — O
Alert Volume (alert volume
can be adjusted) 3 1 to 5 O — O
Display setting (when intui-
tive parking assist is operat-
ing) All sensors dis-
played Display off O — O 1 2 3
Function Default setting Customized
setting
Exhaust gas sensor sensitiv-
ity Standard -3 to 3 O — O
A/C Auto switch operation Auto Manual O — O 1 2 3
614 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) ●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 213)●
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. 171)●
The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( P. 213)●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passe nger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 525)●
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 224)
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 523, 531)
●
Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 82)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine. The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
618 Alphabetical index
LX570_OM_OM60R07U_(U) Care ............................................... 460, 463
Aluminum wheels ............................. 460
Exterior................................................... 460
Interior .....................................................463
Radar sensor ........................................ 372
Seat belts ................................................464
Cargo capacity........................................192
Cargo hooks .......................................... 433
Cargo net hooks ................................... 433
CD player
* Chains .......................................................389
Child restraint system............................ 56
Booster seat definition........................ 57
Booster seat installation.....................68
Convertible seat definition ............... 57
Convertible seat installation ............66
Front passenger occupant
classification system ......................... 49
Infant seat/convertible seat
definition................................................. 57
Infant seat/convertible seat
installation .............................................. 64
Installing CRS with
LATCH system .................................. 62
Installing CRS with seat belt ............ 64
Installing CRS with top tether
strap..........................................................69
LATCH system...................................... 62 Child safety ................................................ 55
Airbag precautions................................ 41
Back door precautions..................... 133
Battery precautions ............. 485, 554
Child-protectors .................................. 124
Child restraint system......................... 56
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 34
Installing child restraints ...................... 61
Moon roof precautions .................... 177
Power window lock switch............... 171
Power window precautions ........... 173
Rear door child-protectors ............ 124
Removed key battery
precautions ...................................... 506
Safety information................................. 55
Seat belt extender precautions ......37
Seat belt precautions .......................... 36
Seat heater precautions ...................419
Child-protectors .................................... 124
Cleaning ....................................... 460, 463
Aluminum wheels ..............................460
Exterior ...................................................460
Interior ..................................................... 463
Radar sensor.........................................372
Seat belts................................................ 464
Climate concierge switch................. 404
Clock......................................................... 438
Coat hooks ............................................. 450
Compass .....................................................96
Condenser................................................ 481
Cool box .................................................. 436C