16Pictorial index
When the warning messages are displayed..........................................................P.395
Parking brake switch ............................................................................................. P.172
Applying/releasing ............................................................................................................ P.172
Precautions against winter season ................... ......................................................... P.264
Warning buzzer/message................................................................................ P.387, 395
Turn signal lever ....................................................................................................... P.171
Headlight switch...................................................................................................... P.177
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/license plate lights/
daytime running lights ....................................................................................................... P. 177
Automatic High Beam ..................................................................................................... P.180
Fog lights
*1............................................................................................................................ P.1 83
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................................................................P.184
Rear window wiper and washer switch ........................................................... P.188
Usage.......................................................................................................................... ..P.184, 188
Adding washer fluid .......................................................................................................... P. 341
Headlight cleaners
*1......................................................................................................... P.184
Warning messages ..........................................................................................................P.395
Emergency flasher switch ...................................................................................P.378
Hood lock release lever ...................................................................................... P.335
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
*1................................................... P.139
Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... ...... P.139
Driving position memory
*1............................................................................................. P.133
Tilt and telescopic steeri ng lock release lever
*1............................................ P.139
Adjustment ..................................................................................................................... ...... P.139
Air conditioning system ....................................................................................... P.276
Usage.......................................................................................................................... ........... P.276
Rear window defogger....................................................................................................P.277
Audio system
*2
*1
: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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1844-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Operating the lever operates
the wipers or washer as follows:
Intermittent windshield wipers with
interval adjuster
1
*1 or *2 Off
2
*1 or *2 Intermittent
operation 3
*1 or *2 Low speed oper-
ation
4
*1 or *2 High speed oper-
ation
5
*1 or *2 Temporary oper-
ation
*1: For the U.S.A.
*2: For Canada
Wiper intervals can be adjusted when
intermittent operation is selected.
6
Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
7
Decreases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
8
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Pulling the lever operates the wipers and
washer.
The wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer squirts.
Windshield wipers and
w
asher
Operating the lever can change
wiper operation to automatic/man-
ual or squirt washer fluid.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may dam-
age the windshield.
Operating the wiper lever
1864-3. Operating the lights and wipers
time the lever is pulled.
■The windshield wipers and washer can
be operated when
The power 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 power 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 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than
necessary when the hy brid system is off.
Changing the windshield wiper
rest position/Lifting the wind-
shield wipers
1884-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Operating the switch operates
the rear wiper as follows:
1
or Off
2
or Intermittent opera-
tion
3
or Normal operation 4
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Pushing the lever oper ates the wiper and
washer.
The wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer squirts.
■The rear window wiper and washer can
be operated when
The power switch is in ON.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not
blocked, if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid tank.
■Reverse-linked rear window wiper func-
tion
When the shift lever is shifted to R when the
front wipers are operating, the rear window
wiper will operate once.
■Back door opening linked rear window
wiper stop function
When the rear window wi per is operating, if
the back door is opened while the vehicle is
stopped, operation of the rear window
wiper will be stopped to prevent anyone
near the vehicle from being sprayed by
water from the wiper. When the back door
is closed, wiper operation will resume.
*
*
: The setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.
■Customization
Setting of the reverse-linked function can
be changed. (Customizable fea-
tures: P.441
Rear window wiper and
w
asher
The rear window wiper and washer
can be used by operating the lever.
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage
the rear window.
Operating the wiper lever
1894-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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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 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than
necessary when the hy brid system is off.
2634-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the 12-volt battery.
It is recommended that the vehicle is
fitted with four snow run-flat tires or
purchase a set of tire chains for the
front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and
brand, and that chains match the size of the
tires.
Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a window
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air
pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120
km/h), regardless of the type of snow
tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some
wheels.
■Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle
being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed
limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-
ever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces
or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden br aking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering
a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.
●Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires affects the operation
of the tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle
3296-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
3Press or of the meter control
switches, select “Scheduled Mainte-
nance” and then press and hold the
“OK”.
4
Select “Yes” and press “OK”.
A message will be disp layed when the reset
procedure has been completed.
You can perform some maintenance
procedures by yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-yourself
maintenance may affect warranty cov-
erage.
The use of Lexus repair manuals is recom-
mended.
For details about warranty coverage, refer
to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War-
ranty and Service Guide”, “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Do-it-yourself maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general main-
tenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in
the “Warranty and Service Guide”
or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
It is recommended that any prob-
lem you notice should be brought to
the attention of your Lexus dealer
or qualified service shop for advice.
WARNING
■If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure
that there is adequate ventilation before
performing maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the cor-
rect level? ( P.341)
Engine/power
control unit
coolantIs the engine coolant at the
correct level? ( P.339)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the cor-
rect level? ( P.337)
Exhaust sys-
temThere should not be any
fumes or strange sounds.
Radiator/con-
denserThe radiator and con-
denser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P.340)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer
fluid? ( P.341)
3346-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Tire inflation
pressure
( P.361)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P.341)
• Water or washer fluid
containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer
fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many
mechanisms and fluids that may move
suddenly, become hot, or become elec-
trically energized. To avoid death or seri-
ous injury, observe the following
precautions.
■When working on the engine com-
partment
●Make sure that “IGNITION ON” on
the multi-information display and the
“READY” indicator are both off.
●Keep hands, clothi ng and tools away
from the moving fan and engine drive
belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine,
power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they
may be hot. Oil and other fluids may
also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn
easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose
an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are
flammable.
■When working near the electric cool-
ing fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is OFF.
With power switch in ON, the electric
cooling fans may automatically start to
run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. ( P.340)
ItemsParts and tools■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or
falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter
removed may cause excessive engine
wear due to dirt in the air.