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full-speed range
■If a message that indicates the malfunc-
tion of radar sensor is displayed
The following systems may be suspended
until the problem shown in the message is
resolved. P.158, 293
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is dis-
played
Indicates that all maintenance according to
the driven distance on the maintenance
schedule
* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles
(7200 km) after the message has been
reset. If necessary, perform maintenance.
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.246)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is required to
correspond to the driven distance on the
maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles
(8000 km) after the message has been
reset. (The indicator will not work properly
unless the message ha s been reset.) Per-
form the necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the maintenance is
performed. ( P.246)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to
be changed. (The indicator will not work
properly unless the oil maintenance data
has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, the oil
change system shou ld be reset. (P.258)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be
changed. (After the engine oil is changed
and the oil maintenance data has been
reset.)
Check and change the engine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus dealer. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be
reset. ( P.258)
■If a message that indicates the need for
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information displa y is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is displayed
●If the following messages are shown, fol-
lowing the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.320)
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-information display, it
may indicate a malf unction. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc- tion”
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfun ction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Oil Pressure Low”
• “Charging Syst em Malfunction”
NOTICE
■“High Power Consumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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■Turn signal lever (P.134)
*1: After flashing the turn signal lights when turnin g left or right while this function is off and
the turn signal lever is moved to the first positi on in the direction of the flashing light, the
turn signal lights can be sele cted to be flashing or off.
*2: The turn signal lights keep flashing if the turn signal lever is moved to the first position in
the direction of flashing light.
*3: The turn signal lights will be off if the turn signal lever is moved to the first position in the direction of flashing light.
■Automatic light control system ( P.140)
■Lights ( P.140)
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) ( P.160)
*: The system is automaticallyenabled each ti me the engine switch is turned to ON.
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
The number of times the turn
signal lights flash automati-
cally when the turn signal
lever is moved to the first
position during a lane
change
*1
3
5
——O
7
Off*2
Off*3
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Light sensor sensitivityStandard-2 to 2O—O
Time elapsed before head-
lights automatically turn off
after doors are closed
30 seconds
Off
O—O60 seconds
90 seconds
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Daytime running light system
(except Canada)OnOffO—O
FunctionCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)*On, Off—O—
Adjust alert timingFar, Middle, Near—O—
ABC
ABC
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Vehicle specifications
■LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (P.167)
■Intuitive parking assist*( P.183)
*:If equipped
■Driving mode select switch ( P.196)
*:If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P.213)
FunctionCustomized setting
Steering assist functionOn, Off—O—
Alert typeSteering wheel vibration, Buzzer—O—
Alert sensitivityHigh, Standard—O—
Vehicle sway warning functionOn, Off—O—
Vehicle sway warning sensitivityHigh, Standard, Low—O—
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Detection distance of the
front center sensorFarNearO—O
Detection distance of the rear
center sensorFarNearO—O
Buzzer volume21 to 3O—O
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Powertrain control in custom
mode
*NormalPowerO——Eco
Chassis control in custom
mode
*NormalSportO——
Air conditioning operation in
custom mode
*NormalEcoO——
ABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffO—O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3O—O
ABC
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ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with the engine
switch in IGNITION ON mode. (P.130)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.125)
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.111)
The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for
a period of time. ( P.128)
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the front passenger
wearing the seat belts? (P.297)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.135)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound. (
P.293, 301)
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
(P.57)
Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarm:
Unlock the doors.
Open the trunk using the entry
function or wireless remote control.
Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode, or
start the engine.
Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.301)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.293, 301.
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
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
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Millimeter wave radar sensor
378Certifications
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This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions; (1) This
device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This ISM device complies with Cana-
dian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la
norme NMB-001 du Canada.
Intuitive parking assist sensor
Blind Spot Monitor
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CareExterior ........................................................... 240
Interior ............................................................. 243
Seat belts........................................................ 243
Wheels and wheel ornaments............ 240
Cargo capacity...............................................123
Cargo hooks ..................................................227
Center Display ...............................................210
Chains .............................................................. 204
Child restraint system Child seats definition................................... 40
Child seats installation........................ 44, 47
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 36
Installing a CRS to the front passenger seat ....................................................................42
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors . 48
Installing CRS with top tether strap.....50
Riding with children ..................................... 40
Types of child restraint system installation method ............................................................. 41
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 49
Child safety Airbag precautions.......................................32
Battery precautions ........................262, 319
Child restraint system.......................... 40, 41
Heated steering wheel or seat heater
precautions.................................................. 221
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Installing child restraints ............................ 40
Moon roof precautions ..............................114
Power window lock switch........................ 111
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 40
Trunk precautions ........................................ 89
Cleaning Exterior ........................................................... 240
Interior ............................................................. 243
Radar sensor................................................. 156
Seat belts........................................................ 243
Wheels and wheel ornaments............ 240 Clock ........................................................ 66, 228
Clock settings ............................................... 228
Coat hooks..................................................... 228
Compass ......................................................... 235
Condenser ..................................................... 260
Console box .................................................. 226
Consumption screen .................................... 78
Cooling system............................................. 258
Engine overheating...................................320
Cornering lights .............................................. 141 Replacing light bulbs............................... 280
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ........................................174
Cup holders ................................................... 226
Current fuel consumption ...........................73
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features .............................. 349
D
Daytime running light system .................. 140
Daytime running lights Replacing light bulbs............................... 280
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors....................... 217
Rear window .................................................. 217
Windshield ...................................................... 217
Differential Front differential oil..................................... 331
Rear differential oil...................................... 331
Dimension ...................................................... 326
Dinghy towing................................................. 124
Display Center Display ............................................. 210
Drive information .......................................... 73
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................................................... 169
Multi-information display ............................ 71
Warning messages.................................. 303
Distance until next engine oil change .... 70
Do-it-yourself maintenance .....................247
Door courtesy lights ................................... 223
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Seat heaters .................................................... 221
Seat position memory .............................. 100
Seat ventilators.............................................. 221
Seats, Front Child seats/child restraint system installa-tion .................................................................... 40
Sensor Automatic headlight system.................. 140
Automatic High Beam system.............. 142
Inside rear view mirror............................. 108
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......................................................... 167
Radar sensor................................................. 156
Rain-sensing windshield wipers............ 151
Service reminder message ..................... 246
Shift lever Automatic transmission ............................ 129
Side airbags ...................................................... 28
Side marker lights Light switch .................................................... 140
Replacing light bulbs................................280
Side mirrors Adjustment..................................................... 108
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .................... 189
Folding ............................................................. 109
Linked mirror function when reversing.......................................................................... 109
Mirror position memory.......................... 100
RCTA function ............................................. 189
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................280
Turn signal lever ...........................................134
Wattage.......................................................... 336
Side windows ................................................... 110
Smart access system with push-button start Antenna location........................................... 93
Entry functions................................................ 86
Starting the engine ......................................125
Warning message...................................... 301
Snow mode ....................................................... 131
Snow tires ....................................................... 203 Spare tire.........................................................305
Storage location ........................................ 305
Spark plug ...................................................... 330
Specifications ................................................ 326
Speedometer ................................................... 66
Steering lock Column lock release ................................. 125
Steering lock system warning message........................................................................... 125
Steering wheel Adjustment ..................................................... 106
Heated steering wheel .............................. 221
Meter control switches .............................. 72
Power easy access system .................... 100
Steering wheel position memory........ 100
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs............................... 280
Wattage ..........................................................336
Storage features .......................................... 225
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................ 324
Sun visors ........................................................ 229
Sunshade Roof...................................................................... 113
Switch ASC (Active Sound Control) dial...... 139
Meter control switches .............................. 72
Switches Activating the Automatic High Beam142
Automatic High Beam system ..............142
Brake Hold switch.......................................137
Door lock switches ..................................... 88
Driving mode select switch ................... 196
Driving position memory switches .... 100
Emergency flashers switch ...................284
Engine switch ................................................ 125
Garage door opener switches...........230
Heated steering wheel switch ............... 221
Ignition switch ............................................... 125
Instrument panel light control switches............................................................................. 70
Light switches ............................................... 140