1504-2. Driving procedures
*1: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, set the shift position in D for nor-
mal driving. You can choose gear range
suitable for your driving situation by
operating the paddle shift switches.
*2: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-
ing in M mode.
■For the shift positions
●When the engine switch is off or in ACC,
the shift position cannot be changed.
●When the engine switch is in ON, the
shift position can only be changed to N.
●When the engine is running, the shift
position can be changed from P to D, N
or R.
●The shift position can only be changed to
M directly from D.
In addition, if an atte mpt is made to change
the shift position by moving the shift lever or
by pressing the P position switch in any of the following situations, the buzzer will
sound and the shifting
operation will be dis-
abled or the shift posi tion will automatically
change to N. When this happens, select an
appropriate shift position.
●Situations where the shifting operation
will be disabled:
• When an attempt is made to change the
shift position from P to another position
by moving the shift lever without
depressing the brake pedal.
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P or N to M by moving
the shift lever.
• When the P position switch is pressed
while the vehicle is running.
*1
●Situations where the shift position will
automatically change to N:
• When an attempt is made to select the R position by moving the shift lever when
the vehicle is moving forward.
*2
• When an attempt is made to select the D
position by moving the shift lever when
the vehicle is moving in reverse.
*3
• When the shift position is changed from R to M
●If N is selected while driving at a certain
speed, even if the shift lever is not held in
the N position, the shift position changes
to N. In this situation, the buzzer sounds
and a confirmation message is displayed
on the multi-information display to inform
the driver that the shift position has
changed to N.
*1: Shift position may be changed to P when
driving at extremely low speeds.
*2: Shift position may be changed to R when driving at low speeds.
*3: Shift position may be changed to D when driving at low speeds.
■Reverse warning buzzer
When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to
inform the driver that the shift position is in
R.
■To protect the automatic transmission
If the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is high, “Transmission Fluid Temp High
See Owner’s Manual” will be displayed on
Automatic transmission
Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.
Shift position purpose and func-
tions
Shift posi- tionObjective or function
PParking the vehicle/starting the engine
RReversing
N
Neutral
(Condition in which the
power is not transmitted)
DNormal driving*1
MM mode driving*2 ( P.155)
1564-2. Driving procedures
changed in the following situation:
When vehicle speed drops (down-
shift only).
When it is necessary to protect the
engine or automatic transmission
when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is low, the automatic transmis-
sion fluid temperature is high or low,
or other reasons.
Also, the gear will not shift when the
vehicle speed is low, even if an upshift
operation is performed.
■Downshifting restriction warning
buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving perfor-
mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances,
downshifting may not be possible even
when the paddle shift switch is operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.)
1 Right turn
2 Lane change to the right (move the
lever partway and release it)
The right hand signals will flash 3 times.
3Lane change to the left (move the
lever partway and release it)
The left hand signals will flash 3 times.
4Left turn
■Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in ON.
■If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear
turn signal lights has not burned out.
■If the turn signals stop flashing before a
lane change has been performed
Operate the lever again.
■Customization
P.367
Turn signal lever
Operating instructions
3538-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
■Spark plug
■Battery
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Ignition system
MakeDENSO FK20HBR-J8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch OF F and turn on the head-
lights for 20 to 30 seconds.)
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*9.3 qt. (8.8 L, 7.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibra-
tion, or damage the transmission of your vehicle.
394Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 232Air conditioning filter ............................... 296
Automatic air conditioning system ... 232
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 237
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................218 Function ............................................................218
Warning light .................................................315
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) .............219
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) .............219
Active roll bar .................................................. 38 Package tray ................................................... 40
Adaptive Variable Suspension System 219
Airbags ............................................................... 29 Airbag operating conditions..................... 31
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................... 41
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 29
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 29
SRS warning light ........................................315
Air conditioning filter ................................. 296
Air conditioning system ............................ 232 Air conditioning filter ............................... 296
Automatic air conditioning system ... 232
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 237
Alarm Alarm .................................................................. 65
Warning buzzer ........................................... 314
Anchor brackets ..............................................47
Antennas (smart access system with push- button start) ................................................. 103
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................218 Function ............................................................218
Warning light .................................................315
Approach warning........................................199 Automatic headlight leveling system ....162
Automatic High Beam ................................164
Automatic light control system................. 161
Automatic transmission ............................. 150
M mode ........................................................... 155
Paddle shift switches .......................154, 155
Snow mode.................................................... 154
Auxiliary net................................................... 246
Average fuel economy................................. 80
Average vehicle speed ................................ 80
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............................... 303
Battery.............................................................. 279 Battery checking ........................................ 279
If the battery is discharged .................... 332
Preparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 223
Replacing .......................................................336
Warning light .................................................314
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 209 Blind Spot Monitor function ...................213
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ........ 215
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 159
Fluid...................................................................354
Parking brake ................................................157
Warning light ......................................314, 318
Warning message ..................................... 324
Brake assist ......................................................218
Break-in tips..................................................... 137
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 209 Blind Spot Monitor function ...................213
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ........ 215
C
Care .......................................................258, 262Aluminum wheels ......................................259
Alphabetical index397
Capacity ...........................................................351
Checking ....................................................... 274
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 223
Warning light .................................................314
Engine oil temperature gauge ...................75
Engine switch ..................................................146 Auto power off function ...........................149
Changing the engine switch modes..149
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................306
Starting the engine ......................................146
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................219 Function ............................................................ 219
Warning light .................................................315
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7
F
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 248
Flat tire ............................................................. 327 Tire pressure warning system ............. 283
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission ..........................353
Brake................................................................ 354
Washer ........................................................... 278
Footwell light ................................................. 244
Front passenger occupant classification system ................................................................ 41
Front seats ......................................................... 110 Adjustment....................................................... 110
Cleaning......................................................... 262
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving position memory...........................112
Head restraints .............................................. 116
Jam protection function............................... 111
Memory recall function ..............................114
Neck heaters ............................................... 240
Power easy access system .......................112
Seat heaters .................................................. 240
Seat position memory .................................112
Seat ventilators............................................ 240 Front side marker light ................................. 161
Light switch ...................................................... 161
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 303
Front turn signal lights .................................156 Replacing light bulbs ............................... 303
Turn signal lever .......................................... 156
Fuel ....................................................................... 171 Capacity .......................................................... 351
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 75
Fuel pump shut off system...................... 313
Information ....................................................357
Refueling............................................................ 171
Type ................................................................... 351
Warning light ................................................ 318
Fuel consumption Average fuel consumpt ion after refueling
............................................................................ 80
Average fuel economy ............................. 80
Current fuel consumption ....................... 80
Fuel filler door .................................................. 171 If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 330
Refueling............................................................ 171
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 75
Fuel pump shut off system..........................313
Fuses ................................................................. 299
G
Garage door opener ................................. 250
Gauges ............................................................... 75
Gear positions ...................................................81
G-force.................................................................81
Glove box ....................................................... 246
Glove box light ............................................. 246
H
Headlights ......................................................... 161 Automatic High Beam system ............. 164
Light switch ...................................................... 161
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 303
Headlights aim .............................................. 302