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■The intuitive parking assist can be oper-
ated when
●Front corner sensors:
• The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
• The shift lever is in a position other than P.
• The vehicle speed is less than about 6
mph (10 km/h).
(At any speed when the shift lever is in R)
●Rear corner and rear center sensors:
• The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
• The shift lever is in R.
■Muting the buzzer sound
●To mute the buzzer sound:
The buzzer can be temporarily muted by
pressing “OK” of the meter control
switches while an obstacle detection dis-
play is shown on the multi-information dis-
play.
●To cancel the mute:
Mute will be automatically canceled in the
following situations.
• When the shift lever is changed (except
shifting from D to N, or N to D).
• When the vehicle speed has reached or
exceeded 6 mph (10 km/h) with the shift
lever in D.
• When the intuitive parking assist is turned off once and turned on again.
• When the engine switch is turned off once and turned to IGNITION ON
mode again.
■If “Clean Parking Assist Sensor” is dis-
played on the multi-information display
A sensor may be covered with ice, snow,
dirt, etc. Remove the ice, snow, dirt, etc.,
from the sensor to return the system to nor-
mal.
Also, due to ice forming on a sensor at low
temperatures, a warn ing message may be
displayed or the sensor may not be able to
detect an object. Once the ice melts, the
WARNING
●The front or rear bumper or a sensor
receives a strong impact.
●A non-genuine Lexus suspension
(lowered suspension, etc.) is installed.
●Towing eyelets are installed.
●A backlit license plate is installed.
■When using intuitive parking assist
In the following situations, the system
may not function correctly due to a sen-
sor malfunction, etc. Have the vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer.
●The intuitive parking assist operation
display flashes or shows continuously,
and a buzzer sounds when no objects
are detected.
●If the area around a sensor collides
with something, or is subjected to
strong impact.
●If the bumper or gr ille collides with
something.
●If the display flashes or is displayed
continuously and a buzzer does not
sound, except when the mute function
has been turned on.
●If a display error occurs, first check the
sensor.
If the error occurs even when there is
no ice, snow or mud on the sensor, it is
likely that the sensor is malfunctioning.
■Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or
steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor mal-
functioning.
●When using a high pressure washer to
wash the vehicle, do not spray the sen-
sors directly, as doing so may cause a
sensor to malfunction.
●When using steam to clean the vehicle,
do not direct steam too close to the
sensors as doing so may cause a sen-
sor to malfunction.
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system will return to normal.
■Sensor detection information
●The following situations may occur
during use.
• The sensors may be able to only detect objects near the front and rear bumpers.
• Depending on the shape of the object and other factors, the detection distance
may shorten, or detection may be impos-
sible.
• There will be a short delay between object detection and display. Even at low
speeds, there is a possibility that the
object will come within the sensor’s
detection areas before the display is
shown and the warning beep sounds.
• It might be difficult to hear the buzzer due to the volume of the audio system or air
flow noise of the air conditioning system.
• It may be difficult to hear the buzzer if buzzers for other systems are sounding.
■Conditions under which the function
may not function correctly
Certain vehicle conditions and the sur-
rounding environment may affect the ability
of a sensor to correctly detect objects. Par-
ticular instances where this may occur are
listed below.
●There is dirt, snow or ice on a sensor.
(Cleaning the sensors will resolve this
problem.)
●A sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will
resolve this problem.)
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is
frozen the sensor display may be dis-
played abnormally, or objects, such as a
wall, may not be detected.
●A sensor is covered in any way.
●When a sensor or the area around a sen-
sor is extremely hot or cold.
●On an extremely bumpy road, on an
incline, on gravel, or on grass.
●The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to
vehicle horns, motorcycle engines, air
brakes of large vehicles, or other loud
noises producing ultrasonic waves.
●There is another vehicle equipped with
parking assist sensors in the vicinity.
●A sensor is coated with a sheet of spray
or heavy rain.
●If a sensor is hit by a large amount of
water, such as when driving on a flooded
road.
●If the vehicle is significantly tilted.
●The vehicle is approaching a tall or
curved curb.
●If objects draw too close to the sensor.
■Objects which may not be properly
detected
The shape of the object may prevent the
sensor from detecting it. Pay particular
attention to the following objects:
●Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
●Cotton, snow and other materials that
absorb sound waves
●Sharply-angled objects
●Low objects
●Tall objects with upper sections project-
ing outwards in the direction of your vehi-
cle
People may not be de tected if they are
wearing certain types of clothing.
■Customization
Settings can be changed. ( P.364)
■Multi-information display and Center Display
Sensors that detect an obstacle will illuminate continuously or blink.
Approximate distance to object: 4.9 ft. (1 50 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm) (Rear center
sensor)
Sensor detection display, obstacle distance
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Approximate distance to obje ct: 2.3 ft. (70 cm) to 1.6 ft. (50 cm) (Front corner
sensor)
Approximate distance to object: 2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. (45 cm) (Rear corner
sensor, Rear center sensor)
Approximate distance to object: 1.6 ft. (5 0 cm) to 1.0 ft. (30 cm) (Front corner
sensor)
Approximate distance to object: 1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.0 ft. (30 cm) (Rear corner
sensor)
Approximate distance to object: 1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.1 ft. (35 cm) (Rear center
sensor)
Approximate distance to object: Less than 1.0 ft. (30 cm) (Corner sensor)
Approximate distance to object: Less than 1.1 ft. (35 cm) (Rear center sensor)
Multi-information displayInsert display (Center Display)
(continuous)(blinking slowly)
Multi-information displayInsert display (Center Display)
(continuous)(blinking)
Multi-information displayInsert display (Center Display)
(continuous)(blinking rapidly)
Multi-information displayInsert display (Center Display)
(blinking)(continuous)
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■Buzzer operation and distance to
an obstacle
A buzzer sounds when the sensors are
operating.
The buzzer beeps faster as the vehi-
cle approaches an obstacle. When
the vehicle comes within the follow-
ing distance of the obstacle, the
buzzer sounds continuously:
• Corner sensors: Approximately 1.0 ft.
(30 cm)
• Rear center sensors: Approximately 1.1 ft. (35 cm)
When 2 or more obstacles are
detected simultaneously, the buzzer
system responds to the nearest
obstacle. If one or both come within
the above distances, the beep will
repeat a long tone, followed by fast
beeps.
Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm)
Approximately 2.3 ft. (70 cm)
Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm)
The diagram shows the detection range of
the sensors. Note that the sensors cannot
detect obstacles that are extremely close
to the vehicle.
The range of the sensors may change
depending on the shap e of the object, etc.
You can change the warning beep vol-
ume and Center Display operating
conditions.
1Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch. ( P.206)
2 Select “Setup” on the “Menu”
screen.
3 Select “Vehicle” on the “Setup”
screen.
4 Select “LEXUS Park Assist” on the
vehicle settings screen.
5 Select the desired button.
The alert volume can be adjusted.
Rear center sensor display and
tone indication can be set.
Detection range of the sensors
A
B
C
Setting up intuitive parking assist
A
B
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1Normal mode/Custom mode
Normal mode and custom mode are
selected by pressing the driving mode
select switch. Each time the switch is
pressed, the driving mode changes
between normal mode and custom mode.
When custom mode is selected, the “CUS-
TOM” indicator will be illuminated.
When Eco drive mode or sport mode is
selected, pressing th e switch changes the
driving mode to normal mode.
•Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel econ-
omy, quietness, and dynamic performance.
Suitable for city driving.
•Custom mode
Allows you to drive with the following func-
tions set to your preferred settings.
Custom mode settings can only be
changed on the drive mode customization
display of the Center Display. ( P.208)
2Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an
eco-friendly manner and improve fuel
economy through moderate throttle char-
acteristics and by controlling the operation
of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling).
When not in Eco drive mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the left, the
Eco drive mode indicator will come on.
3Sport mode
• SPORT S mode
Controls the transmission and engine to
provide quick, powerful acceleration. Also,
gear shift timing is controlled to suit sporty
driving, making this mode is suitable for
when agile driving response is desired,
such as when driving on roads with many
curves.
When not in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT S” indicator will come on.
• SPORT S+ mode
Provides earlier downshift timing than
SPORT S mode in order to maintain a high
engine speed and provides faster gear
changes. This mode also changes the
steering feel, susp ension control and
VDIM control, making it suitable for pow-
erful sporty driving.
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected
to suit driving condition.
Selecting a drive mode
FunctionSetting
Powertrain
Normal
Power
Eco
ChassisNormal
Sport
Air conditioning sys-
temNormal
Eco
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When in SPORT S mode, if the driving
mode select switch is turned to the right,
the “SPORT S+” indicator will come on.
■Operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode contro ls the heating/cool-
ing operations and fan speed of the air con-
ditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency
( P.211). To improve air conditioning per-
formance, adjust the fan speed or turn off
Eco drive mode.
■Automatic deactivation of sport mode
and custom mode
If the engine switch is turned off after driv-
ing in sport mode or custom mode, the
drive mode will be changed to normal
mode.
■Driving mode pop-up display (vehicles
with a 10.3-inch display)
When the driving mode is changed, the
selected driving mode will be temporarily
displayed on the side display. (P.208)
■Operating launch control
1 Stop the vehicle.
2 Firmly and fully depress the brake
pedal with your left foot.
Continue depressing the brake pedal.
3Shift the shift lever to D.
4 Select SPORT S+ mode.
5 Press the switch.
The “EXPERT” indicator will come on
together with the “TRAC OFF” and VSC
OFF indicators.
6Press the “LAUNCH” switch.
The “LAUNCH” indicator will illuminate.
7Firmly and fully depress the accel-
erator pedal.
Launch control
By controlling the engine torque,
this function restrains tire slippage,
providing optimal acceleration
when starting off. (Do not use this
function on public roads.)
Operating instruction
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*:If equipped
Multi-information display (P.73)
Displays the status of the active rear wing
Active rear wing switch
Operates the active rear wing manually
Indicator
Illuminates when the active rear wing is
raised and turns off when it is retracted
■Operating conditions
●The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
●The trunk is closed.
●The active rear wing has been activated
in a customized setting.
■Conditions which stop the operation
In the following situations operation of the
active rear wing will stop:
●The engine switch is turned off while the
active rear wing is operating.
●The trunk is opened while the active rear
wing is operating.
●The raising operation of the active rear
wing is interrupted by an object, etc.
●The active rear wing is operated in an
unusual manner causing it to stop at an
irregular position.
In such cases, pressing the active rear wing
switch will fully raise the active rear wing.
Or, begin driving the vehicle and the active
rear wing will raise automatically when the
vehicle speed reaches 16 mph (25 km/h).
■When there is a malfunction in the sys-
tem
A warning message will be displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.309)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( P.358)
Active rear wing*
The RC F is equipped with an active
rear wing that operates automati-
cally while the vehicle is being
driven. This active rear wing
enhances aerodynamic perfor-
mance, especially at high speeds,
contributing to a more stable ride.
The active rear wing can be con-
trolled using a switch.
System components
A
B
C
NOTICE
■To prevent system damage
●Do not apply pressure to the active
rear wing when pushing or pulling the
vehicle.
●Do not lean on the active rear wing.
●Do not attach any accessories or other
objects to the active rear wing.
●Do not modify or disassemble the
active rear wing.
●Do not subject the active rear wing to
severe impact.
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2SLALOM mode
This mode emphasizes enhanced steering
response.
3TRACK mode
This mode emphasizes stability for high
speed sporty driving.
■Operating conditions
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■Automatic cancelation of the selected
TVD control mode
SLALOM and TRACK mode are canceled
when the engine switch is turned off. When
the engine switch is turned to IGNITION
ON mode, the TVD system will be in
STANDARD mode.
■Automatic disabling of the TVD system
If a malfunction is detected in the TVD sys-
tem, a warning message will be displayed
on the multi-information display ( P.309)
and the TVD system will be disabled auto-
matically. If the system is disabled, driving
force will not be distributed by the TVD but
through normal differential operation.
■To protect the system
The TVD fluid temperature may become
excessively high when driving for a long
time under extremely high load conditions.
In this case, a warnin g message will be dis-
played on the multi-information display.
( P.309)
The multi-information display shows the distribution of driving force
between the right and left rear wheels.
(
P.73)
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the sys-
tem
The driver is solely responsible for safe
driving. Do not overly rely on the TVD
system. Always drive safely, taking care
to observe your surroundings.
TVD control status on the
multi-information display