
953-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Before driving
P.358
FunctionOperation
Speed linked
door locking
function
Both side doors are
automatically locked
when vehicle speed is
approximately 12 mph
(20 km/h) or higher.
Shift position
linked door lock-
ing function
Both side doors are
automatically locked
when the shift lever is
shifted to a position
other than P.
Shift position
linked door
unlocking func-
tionBoth side doors are
automatically unlocked
when the shift lever is
shifted to P.
Driver’s door
linked door
unlocking func-
tionBoth side doors are
automatically unlocked
when driver’s door is
opened.
Trunk
The trunk can be opened using the
trunk opener switch, entry function
or wireless remote control.
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■Before driving
●Make sure that the trunk lid is fully
closed. If the trunk lid is not fully
closed, it may open unexpectedly
while driving and hit near-by objects or
luggage in the trunk may be thrown
out, causing an accident.
●Do not allow children to play in the
trunk.
If a child is accidentally locked in the
trunk, they could suffer from heat
exhaustion, suffocation or other inju-
ries.
●Do not allow a child to open or close
the trunk lid.
Doing so may cause the trunk lid to
open unexpectedly, or cause the
child’s hands, head , or neck to be
caught by the closing trunk lid.
■Important points while driving
Never let anyone sit in the trunk. In the
event of sudden braking or a collision,
they are susceptible to death or serious
injury.
■Using the trunk
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the
body to be caught, resulting in serious
injury.
●Remove any heavy loads, such as snow
and ice, from the trunk lid before
opening it. Failure to do so may cause
the trunk lid to suddenly shut again
after it is opened.

1133-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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Before driving
If you release the switch while the window is
moving, start again from the beginning.
If the window reverses and cannot be fully
closed or opened, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Door lock linked window operation
●The power windows can be opened and
closed using the mechanical key.*
( P.331)
●The power windows can be opened using
the wireless remote control.* ( P.92)
*: These settings must be customized at
your Lexus dealer.
■Power windows open warning buzzer
A buzzer sounds and a message is shown
on the multi-information display in the
instrument cluster when the engine switch
is turned off and the driver’s door is opened
with the power windows open.
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( P.358)
This function can be used to prevent
children from accidentally opening or
closing a passenger window.
Press the switch.
The indicator will come on and the pas-
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■Closing the windows
●The driver is responsible for all the
power window operations, including
the operation for the passengers. In
order to prevent accidental operation,
especially by a child , do not let a child
operate the power windows. It is possi-
ble for children and other passengers
to have body parts caught in the power
window. Also, when riding with a child,
it is recommended to use the window
lock switch. ( P.113)
●Check to make sure that all passen-
gers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught
when a window is being operated.
●When using the wireless remote con-
trol or mechanical key and operating
the power windows, operate the
power window after checking to make
sure that there is no possibility of any
passenger having any of their body
parts caught in the window. Also do
not let a child operate window by the
wireless remote control or mechanical
key. It is possible for children and other
passengers to get caught in the power
window.
●When exiting the vehicle, turn the
engine switch off, carry the key and
exit the vehicle along with the child.
There may be accidental operation,
due to mischief, etc., that may possibly
lead to an accident.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to
intentionally activate the jam protec-
tion function.
●The jam protection function may not
work if something gets jammed just
before the window is fully closed. Be
careful not to get any part of your body
jammed in the window.
■Catch protection function
●Never use any part of your body or
clothing to intentionally activate the
catch protection function.
●The catch protection function may not
work if something gets caught just
before the window is fully opened. Be
careful not to get any part of your body
or clothing caught in the window.
Preventing accidental operation
(window lock switch)
A

2706-4. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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necting the battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
●Start the engine with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY mode. The engine may
not start with the engine switch turned off.
However, the engine will operate nor-
mally from the second attempt.
●The engine switch mode is recorded by
the vehicle. If the battery is disconnected
and reconnected, the vehicle will return
the engine switch mode to the status it
was in before the battery was discon-
nected. Make sure to turn off the engine
before disconnecting the battery. Take
extra care when connecting the battery if
the engine switch mode prior to the bat-
tery being disconnected is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multi-
ple attempts, contact your Lexus dealer.
If any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the washer
tank may be empty. Add washer fluid.
WARNING
■Chemicals in the battery
Batteries contain poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death or
serious injury, take the following precau-
tions while working on or near the bat-
tery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the
battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the
battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective sa fety glasses when
working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the battery.
■Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open
area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is
insufficient ventilation.
■How to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5 A or
less). The battery may explode if charged
at a quicker rate.
■Emergency measures regarding
electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get immediate med-
ical attention. If possible, continue to
apply water with a sponge or cloth while
traveling to the nearest medical facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you
feel pain or burning, get medical atten-
tion immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your
skin. Immediately take off the clothing
and follow the procedure above if neces-
sary.
●If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention imme-
diately.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all acces-
sories are turned off.
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When trouble arises
■Key linked functions
1 Locks both side door
2 Closes the windows and moon roof (if
equipped) (turn and hold)
*
3Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks the
driver’s door. Turning the key again unlocks
the other door.
4 Opens the windows and moon roof (if
equipped) (turn and hold)
*
*
: These settings must be customized at
your Lexus dealer.
1 Ensure that the shift lever is in P and
depress the brake pedal.
2 Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch will
turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in
customization setting, the engine switch
will turn to ACCESSORY mode.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
4 Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot
be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine
switch as you normally do when stopping
the engine.
■Electronic key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately
when the battery is depleted. ( P.281)
■Alarm (For Canada)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors
will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and
operating the power windows or
moon roof
Operate the power window or moon
roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibilit y of any passenger
having any of their bo dy parts caught in
the window or moon roof.
Also, do not allow ch ildren to operate the
mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in
the power window or moon roof.
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Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter ...............................280
Automatic air conditioning system .......211
Micro dust and pollen filter..................... 215
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................199 ABS warning light ...................................... 301
Active rear wing.............................................195
Adaptive Variable Suspension System 199
Air conditioning filter .................................280
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ...............................280
Automatic air conditioning system .......211
Micro dust and pollen filter..................... 215
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child .........32
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-tions .................................................................. 30
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........32
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 36
General airbag precautions ....................32
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 30
Side airbag precautions .............................32
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ...................................................... 30
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions ...................................................................32
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ....................................... 301
Alarm ................................................................... 58 Warning buzzer........................................ 300
Anchor brackets ...................................... 43, 51
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start)........................................ 98
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................199 ABS warning light ...................................... 301 Approach warning........................................ 176
Armrest............................................................ 226
Assist grips ......................................................227
Audio system-linked display ........................81
Automatic air conditioning system ......... 211
Automatic headlight leveling system ....139
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light............................................. 304
Automatic High Beam ............................... 140
Automatic light control system............... 138
Automatic transmission ..............................132 M mode ........................................................... 135
Paddle shift switches ....................... 134, 135
Average fuel economy................................. 75
Average vehicle speed ................................ 75
B
Back-up light Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Battery Battery checking ........................................269
Charging system warning light.......... 300
If the battery is discharged .................... 332
Preparing and checking before winter..........................................................................203
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)......................... 179
Brake Brake system warning light ................. 300
Fluid................................................................... 344
Parking brake ................................................137
Brake assist ......................................................199
Break-in tips...................................................... 119
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 73
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................... 179
C
Card key ............................................................ 88
Care Exterior......................................238, 247, 251
Interior ............................................................. 243

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Seat belts........................................................ 243
Wheels and wheel ornaments............ 239
Cargo capacity...............................................126
Cargo hooks ................................................. 225
Center Display .............................................208
Chains .............................................................. 204
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 49
Fixed with a seat belt................................... 46
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................. 36
Installing a CRS to the front passenger seat ................................................................... 44
Points to remember .....................................42
Riding with children ......................................42
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 43
Using an anchor bracket ............................ 51
Child safety Airbag precautions.......................................32
Battery precautions ......................270, 335
Child restraint system................................. 43
Heated steering wheel or seat heater
precautions.................................................. 219
How your child should wear the seat belt ............................................................................ 25
Moon roof precautions ............................. 116
Power window lock switch...................... 113
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions ...................................42
Trunk precautions ........................................ 95
Cleaning Exterior .....................................238, 247, 251
Interior ............................................................. 243
Radar sensor..................................................153
Seat belts........................................................ 243
Wheels and wheel ornaments............ 239
Clock ................................................................ 228
Clock settings ............................................... 228
Coat hooks......................................................227
Compass ......................................................... 234
Condenser ..................................................... 268 Console box .................................................. 225
Consumption screen .................................... 83
Cooling system..............................................267
Engine overheating...................................336
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control................. 171
Cup holders Front cup holders ...................................... 224
Rear cup holders........................................ 224
Current fuel consumption .......................... 75
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features .. ............................358
D
Daytime running light system .................. 138
Daytime running lights
Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors...................... 215
Rear window ................................................. 215
Windshield ..................................................... 215
Differential Differential oil ...............................................344
Dimension ...................................................... 340
Dinghy towing................................................. 127
Display Center Display ........................................... 208
Drive information .......................................... 75
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................................................... 166
Multi-information display .......................... 73
Warning message .................................... 308
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 256
Door courtesy lights ..................................... 221
Door lock Doors .................................................................. 92
Smart access system with push-button start ...................................................................98
Wireless remote control ...........................90
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system.............................................................. 94

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PCS warning light .....................................303
R
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ............................................................ 171
Radiator ........................................................... 268
RCTA Function ............................................................ 179
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ........... 179
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights
..........................................................................305
Rear seats Seat heaters .................................................... 219
Seat ventilators.............................................. 219
Rear side marker lights Light switch .................................................... 138
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 287
Turn signal lever ...........................................136
Wattage.......................................................... 346
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror............................. 109
Outside rear view mirrors ....................... 110
Rear window defogger ...............................215
Refueling Capacity ...........................................................341
Fuel types.........................................................341
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened......................................................................... 329
Opening the fuel tank cap ..................... 150
Remote Touch .............................................. 206
Replacing Electronic key battery................................281
Fuses ................................................................ 283
Light bulbs.....................................................286
Tires .................................................................... 321
Resetting the message indicating mainte- nance is required ...................................... 255
Rev indicator .................................................... 70
Rev peak............................................................... 71
S
Seat belt reminder light................. 304, 305
Seat belts............................................................ 24 Automatic Locking Retractor................. 26
Child restraint system installation ......... 43
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt.......................................................................... 243
Driver’s and front pa ssenger’s seat belt
reminder light and buzzer ................ 304
Emergency Locking Retractor .............. 26
How to wear your seat belt ..................... 25
How your child should wear the seat belt
............................................................................. 25
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ............................................................................. 24
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights and buzzer ................................... 305
Seat belt extender......................................... 25
Seat belt pretensioners .............................. 27
SRS warning light........................................ 301
Seat heaters .....................................................219
Seat position memory................................. 105
Seat ventilators ...............................................219
Seating capacity.............................................126
Seats Adjustment ..................................................... 103
Child seats/child restraint system installa-tion .................................................................... 42
Cleaning ......................................................... 243
Driving position memory ........................ 105
Power easy access system .................... 105
Properly sitting in the seat ........................ 23
Seat heaters ....................................................219
Seat position memory .............................. 105
Seat ventilators ..............................................219
Sensor Automatic headlight system .................. 138
Automatic High Beam system ............. 140
Inside rear view mirror ............................... 110
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................................................... 164