1614-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
ing brake
• Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.
• Using the parking brake automatic release function, the parking brake can
be released by depressing the accelera-
tor pedal. When using this function,
slowly depress the accelerator pedal.
Make sure that the pa rking brake indicator
light turn off.
■Turning the automatic mode on
While the vehicle is stopped, press and
hold the parking brake switch until a
message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display
When the automatic mode is turned
on, the parking brake operates as fol-
lows.
When the shift lever is shifted from
P, the parking brake will be released,
and the parking brake indicator light
will turn off.
When the shift lever is shifted to P,
the parking brake will be set, and the
parking brake indicator light will
turn on.
Operate the shift lever with the vehicle
stopped and the brake pedal
depressed.
■Turning the automatic mode off
While the vehicle is stopped, pull and
hold the parking brake switch until a
message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display
■Parking brake operation
●When the engine switch is not in ON, the
parking brake cannot be released using
the parking brake switch.
●When the engine switch is not in ON,
automatic mode (automatic brake setting
and releasing) is not available.
■Parking brake automatic release func-
tion
●When the shift lever is shifted from P, the
parking brake will be released in auto-
matic mode.
●When all of the follo wing conditions are
met in manual mode, the parking brake
can be released by depressing the accel-
erator pedal.
• The driver’s door is closed
• The driver is wearing the seat belt
• The shift lever is in D, M or R
■If “Parking Brake Temporarily Unavail-
able” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display
If the parking brake is operated repeatedly
over a short period of time, the system may
restrict operation to prevent overheating. If
this happens, refrain from operating the
parking brake. Normal operation will return
after about 1 minute.
1624-2. Driving procedures
■If “Parking Brake Unavailable” or “EPB
Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-
information display
Operate the parking brake switch. If the
message does not disappear after operat-
ing the switch several times, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Parking brake operation sound
When the parking brake operates, a motor
sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This
does not indicate a malfunction.
■Parking brake indicator light
●Depending on the engine switch mode,
the parking brake indi cator light will turn
on and stay on as described below:
ON: Comes on until the parking brake is
released.
Not in ON: Stays on for approximately 15
seconds.
●When the engine switch is turned off with
the parking brake set, the parking brake
indicator light will stay on for about 15
seconds. This does not indicate a mal-
function.
■When the parking brake switch mal-
functions
Automatic mode (automatic brake setting
and releasing) will be turned on automati-
cally.
■Parking the vehicle
P.142
■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven
with the parking brake engaged. “EPB
Applied” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display (with the vehicle reached a
speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
■If the brake system warning light comes
on
P.358
■Usage in winter time
P.249
WARNING
■When parking the vehicle
Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone.
The parking brake may be released unin-
tentionally and there is the danger of the
vehicle moving that may lead to an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, shift the
shift lever to P, set the parking brake and
make sure that the vehicle does not
move.
■When the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
check the warning messages.
■When the parking brake cannot be
released due to a malfunction
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking
performance and increase brake wear.
Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.
1744-3. Operating the lights and wipers
time the lever is pulled.
■The windshield wipers and washer can
be operated when
The engine switch is in ON.
■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper opera-
tion (vehicles with rain-sensing wind-
shield wipers)
Vehicle speed affects the Intermittent wiper
interval.
■Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-
sensing windshield wipers)
●The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from the
rising or setting of the sun intermittently
strikes the windshield, or if bugs, etc. are
present on the windshield.
●If the wiper switch is turned to the AUTO
position while the engine switch is in ON,
the wipers will operate once to show that
AUTO mode is activated.
●If the temperature of the raindrop sensor
is 194°F (90°C) or higher, or 5°F (-15°C)
or lower, automatic operation may not
occur. In this case, operate the wipers in
any mode other than AUTO mode.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not
blocked, if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid tank.
When the windshield wipers are not
being used, they retract to below the
hood. To enable the windshield wipers
to be lifted when parking in cold condi-
tions or when replacing a windshield
wiper insert, change the rest position of
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of wind-
shield wipers in AUTO mode (vehi-
cles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
The windshield wipers may operate
unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in
AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers,
etc. do not become caught in the wind-
shield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of washer
fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer
fluid until the windshield becomes warm.
The fluid may freeze on the windshield
and cause low visibility. This may lead to
an accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as
the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other
object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than
necessary when the engine is off.
Changing the windshield wiper
rest position/Lifting the wind-
shield wipers
1774-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as
the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other
object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than
necessary when the engine is off.
2725-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Seat heaters
Turns the seat heaters on/off
Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO (lit) Hi (3 segments lit) Mid
(2 segments lit) Lo (1 segment lit)
Off
The AUTO indicator and/or level indi-
cator illuminates during operation.
■Seat ventilators
Turns the seat ventilators on/off
Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO (lit) Hi (3 segments lit) Mid
(2 segments lit) Lo (1 segment lit)
Off
The AUTO indicator and/or level indi-
cator illuminates during operation.
■The seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in ON.
■Air conditioning system-linked control
mode
When the seat ventilator fan speed level is
Hi, the seat ventilator fan speed becomes
higher according to the fan speed of the air
conditioning system.
■Customization
Settings for the seat heaters and ventilators
can be changed. (Customizable features:
P.417)
■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 driving.
Seat heaters and ventilators
(front seats)
A
B
A
B
WARNING
■To prevent causes of overheating and
minor burn injuries
Observe the following precautions when
using the seat heaters.
●Do not cover the seat with a blanket or
cushion when using the seat heater.
●Do not use seat heater more than nec-
essary.
Control screen
AC
349
7
7
When trouble arises
When trouble arises
7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers.................. 350
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......................... 350
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water............................................. 351
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed........................................................ 353
If you think something is wrong ........................................................ 356
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 357
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds ....... 358
If a warning message is displayed ........................................................ 367
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare tire) .................................. 370
If you have a flat tire (vehicles without spare tire) .................. 377
If the engine wi ll not start .......378
If you lose your keys ................. 379
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened........................................ 380
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................... 380
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................................ 382
If your vehicle overheats ........ 386
If the vehicle becomes stuck 388
3867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the engine.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi-
ately contact your Lexus dealer.
4
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
The engine coolant temperature
gauge ( P.72, 75) enters the red
zone, or a loss of engine power is
experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop
in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the multi-
information display.
Steam comes out from under the
hood.
Correction procedures
A
B
A
B
C
438Alphabetical Index
C
Card key ............................................................ 94
CareAluminum wheels ......................................306
Exterior ...........................................................306
Interior .............................................................309
Seat belts........................................................309
Cargo capacity............................................... 147
Cargo hooks .................................................280
Center Display ............................................. 256
Chains ................................................................251
Child-protectors............................................. 101
Child restraint system................................... 44 Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 52
Fixed with a seat belt................................... 48
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
Points to remember .................................... 44
Riding with children ..................................... 44
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 46
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 54
Child safety ....................................................... 44 Airbag precautions...................................... 35
Back door precautions.............................102
Battery precautions ..................... 326, 385
Child restraint system................................. 44
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions.................................................. 271
How your child should wear the seat belt .............................................................................27
Moon roof precautions ............................139
Power window lock switch.....................136
Power window precautions ...................136
Rear door child-protectors ..................... 101
Removed key battery precautions ... 342
Seat belt extender precautions ..............27
Seat belt precautions .................................. 52
Cleaning.............................................. 306, 309 Aluminum wheels ......................................306
Exterior ...........................................................306 Interior ............................................................ 309
Radar sensor ...................................... 180, 215
Seat belts ....................................................... 309
Clock ................................................72, 75, 285
Coat hooks..................................................... 294
Compass .......................................................... 301
Condenser ..................................................... 324
Console box .................................................. 278
Consumption screen .................................... 90
Continuously variable transmission...... 155
Coolant Capacity .........................................................393
Checking ....................................................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 249
Cooling system............................................. 323 Engine overheating.................................. 386
Cornering lights ............................................. 167 Replacing light bulbs ................................346
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ..............................................204
Cup holders ................................................... 278
Current fuel consumption ............................81
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 30
Customizable features ..............................408
D
Daytime running light system ...................165
Deck board ......................................................281
Deck under tray ...........................................280
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.....................263
Rear window ................................................263
Windshield ....................................................263
Dimension ...................................................... 390
Dinghy towing.................................................. 151
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................214
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ..............................................204
Head-up display............................................86