Toyota Lexusc Owner's Handbook Manual

page of 749

/ 749
Contents
Table of Contents
Bookmarks

Table of Contents

Quick Links

Download this manual

Congratulations on your selection of this Lexus. In Lexus vehicles we have invested all our engineering and design resources; all

the know-how we have gained in over 60 years of making automobiles; the highest motivation of our most talented employees; and

our tradition of incessant striving toward ever greater quality.

This Owner's Manual explains the features of your new Lexus. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can

enjoy many years of safe motoring.

When it comes to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction.

Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.

If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number:

U.S. OWNERS

D When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada:

Lexus Roadside Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free)

D HAWAII:

Lexus Customer Service Assistance

CANADIAN OWNERS

D When traveling in Canada or the U.S. mainland:

Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service

Please leave this Owner's Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also.

All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy

of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find

some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

(1-800-255-3987)

1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free)

(1-800-255-3987)

1-800-26-LEXUS (Toll-Free)

(1-800-265-3987)

FOREWORD

Table of Contents

Chapters

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Toyota Lexusc

Page 1 FOREWORD Congratulations on your selection of this Lexus. In Lexus vehicles we have invested all our engineering and design resources; all the know-how we have gained in over 60 years of making automobiles; the highest motivation of our most talented employees; and our tradition of incessant striving toward ever greater quality.
Page 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS IMPORTANT INFORMATION The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a ABOUT YOUR LEXUS collision. None of these systems, either individually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of Occupant restraint systems collision.
Page 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS New vehicle warranty Important health and safety information about your Lexus Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited warranties: D New vehicle warranty CAUTION D Emission control systems warranty D WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, D Others and a wide variety of automobile components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of...
Page 4 Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You ability and braking ability, leading to an accident. should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be is not responsible for their performance, repair or replacement, sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner’s...
Page 5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS On-pavement and off-road driving tips This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it is designed for off-road use also.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please below.
Page 7 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL SECTION 4 — IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY GAS STATION INFORMATION This Section explains what to do in the event of an urgent The information you need to know for appropriate servicing at situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, the gas station is provided here.
Page 8 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Safety and vehicle damage warnings In this manual you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings. These are used in the following ways: CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
Page 9 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL (vehicles with navigation system)
Page 10 PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Driving position memory switches ... Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger, and windshield wiper Power window switches ..... . . deicer switch .
Page 11 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL (vehicles without navigation system)
Page 12: Power Window Switches
PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Driving position memory switches ... Cruise information display control button ..Power window switches ..... . . “AIRBAG OFF”...
Page 13 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in U. S. A.)
Page 14 PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Tachometer ........Low tire pressure warning light .
Page 15 PICTORIAL INDEX INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (vehicles sold in Canada)
Page 16 PICTORIAL INDEX Page Page Tachometer ........Low tire pressure warning light .
Page 17 PICTORIAL INDEX SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL Page Tilt steering lock release lever ......Tilt and telescopic steering control switch .
Page 18: Exterior View
PICTORIAL INDEX EXTERIOR VIEW Page Rear window defogger ... Back door ....34, 38 Fuel filler door .
Page 19 PICTORIAL INDEX...
Page 20: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE Quick reference Driver’s seat ............... . . Steering wheel (tilt type) .
Page 21 QUICK REFERENCE 1. DRIVER’S SEAT 2. STEERING WHEEL (tilt type) BRY069 (c/0) BRY036 Seat position Seat cushion angle To tilt the steering wheel up or down to the desired angle: Seat cushion height 1. Pull the lever up while holding the steering wheel. 2.
Page 22 QUICK REFERENCE 2. STEERING WHEEL (tilt and telescopic type) D TILT OPERATION D TELESCOPIC OPERATION BRY092 BRY091 (7.2/7) (7.2/7) To tilt the steering wheel up or down to the desired angle, To move the steering wheel to the desired position, push push the control switch in the required direction and the control switch away from you or pull it toward you until release the button when the steering wheel reaches the...
Page 23 QUICK REFERENCE 3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (standard type) OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BRY010 BRY055 (95.8/15) SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (shifting into overdrive possible) 4: Position for engine braking (shifting into overdrive not possible) K Shift while pressing the brake pedal.
Page 24 QUICK REFERENCE NOTE: Vehicles with the cruise control: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from “D” to “4”, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For vehicle speed reduction, see page 462. Vehicles with the dynamic laser cruise control: When the cruise control is being used in the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode or in the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, even if you downshift from “D”...
Page 25 QUICK REFERENCE 3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (multi-mode type) OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER BRY012 (25/4) BRY063 (96/15) SELECTOR LEVER POSITION P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position R: Reverse position N: Neutral position D: Normal driving position (shifting into overdrive possible) S: “S”...
Page 26 QUICK REFERENCE NOTE: Vehicles with the cruise control: When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from “D” or “5” (fifth range) to “4” (fourth range), engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For vehicle speed reduction, see page 462. Vehicles with the dynamic laser cruise control: When the cruise control is being used in the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode or in the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, even if you downshift from “D”...
Page 27 QUICK REFERENCE 4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL D TURN SIGNAL SWITCH SWITCH D HEADLIGHT SWITCH Right or left turn BRY078 Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument (4/7) panel lights turn on. BRY076 Lane change (right or left) (4/7) Headlights also turn on.
Page 28: Wiper Switch
QUICK REFERENCE 5. WIPER SWITCH D Front (raindrop detection type) D Front (intermittent operational type) Mist operation Mist operation Automatic operation Intermittent operation BRY080 BRY079 Low speed operation (c/7) (c/7) Low speed operation High speed operation High speed operation Washer on Washer on...
Page 29 QUICK REFERENCE D Rear Wiper on (intermittent operation) BRY81 Wiper on (normal operation) (c/7) Washer also on Washer on...
Page 30 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and doors Keys ................Engine immobilizer system .
Page 31: Keys And Doors
KEYS AND DOORS KEYS Master keys (black) — These keys work in every lock. For your Lexus dealer to make a new key with a built-in transponder chip, your dealer will need one of them. Sub key (gray) — This key will not open the glove box. Key number plate —...
Page 32 KEYS AND DOORS Flat key Starting the engine using a flat key As a transponder chip is built in its key case, you can start 1. Remove the key plate from the key case. the engine with this key. 2. Insert the key plate into the ignition switch. The indicator The flat key works in every lock.
Page 33 KEYS AND DOORS 4. Start the engine within 60 seconds after the security indicator light goes out. You cannot start the engine if 60 seconds have past after the security indicator went off. You need to remove the key plate from the ignition switch and try it again from the step 2.
Page 34 KEYS AND DOORS When using a key containing a transponder chip, observe the following precautions: D When starting the engine, do not use the key with a key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip. Doing so may prevent the engine from starting, or may cause the engine to stop soon after it starts.
Page 35 KEYS AND DOORS D When starting the engine, do not use the key in proximity with other transponder keys (including the flat key and keys of other vehicles), and do not press other key plates against the key grip. Doing so may prevent the engine from starting, or may cause the engine to stop soon after it starts.
Page 36 KEYS AND DOORS D Do not bend the key grip or flat key. D Do not cover the key grip or flat key with any material that cuts off electromagnetic waves. D Do not knock the key or flat key hard against other objects.
Page 37: Engine Immobilizer System
KEYS AND DOORS ENGINE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The transponder chip of the flat key is in its key case. You can cancel the engine immobilizer system using the flat key. (For details, see “Flat key” on page 13.) For your Lexus dealer to make you a new key with built-in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key or the flat key.
Page 38 KEYS AND DOORS For vehicles sold in U.S.A. For vehicles sold in Canada This device complies with RSS- 210 of Industry This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2)
Page 39: Wireless Remote Control
KEYS AND DOORS WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL* " Vehicles without power back door system Locking the doors " Vehicles with power back door system Unlocking the doors Locking the doors and sounding an alarm Indicator light Unlocking the doors Sounding an alarm Indicator light NOTE: Opening or closing the power back door...
Page 40 KEYS AND DOORS The operational range of the wireless remote control is The wireless remote control key is an electronic approximately 1 meter (3 ft.). The effective range may vary component. Observe the following instructions in order with different conditions. To activate the wireless remote not to cause damage to the key.
Page 41 KEYS AND DOORS Locking/unlocking the doors When you push the “LOCK” button on the key briefly, all the side doors and back door can be locked from outside the vehicle. At this time, one beep sounds and the turn signal lights flash once.* However, when you push the “LOCK”...
Page 42 KEYS AND DOORS NOTICE Vehicles with power back door system — Do not push the “LOCK” button any longer than 2 to 3 seconds. Pushing the button longer activates an alarm. For details, see page 24. When you push the “UNLOCK” button, the driver’s door You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless is unlocked.
Page 43 KEYS AND DOORS Sounding an alarm* Vehicles with power back door system — When you push the “PANIC” button for about 2 to 3 seconds, an alarm sounds to deter any person trying to break into or damage your vehicle. Vehicles without power back door system —...
Page 44 KEYS AND DOORS Operating the windows and moon roof* Opening and closing the power back door* Vehicles with normal type moon roof — The windows and moon roof can be opened using a wireless key from outside the vehicle. Others — The windows can be opened using a wireless key from outside the vehicle.
Page 45 KEYS AND DOORS NOTE: For vehicles sold in U.S.A. * This feature can be set inoperative. ** The operation method can be changed. *** The beep can be set not to sound. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
Page 46 KEYS AND DOORS Replacing the battery D Increase the separation between the equipment When you replace the battery, prepare a lithium battery and receiver. CR2016 or equivalent and a special screwdriver. D Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is CAUTION connected.
Page 47 KEYS AND DOORS 1. Remove the screw, and then the cover while pushing it in the 3. Open and remove the battery case cover using a coin. arrow direction. 4. Remove the discharged battery and put in a new battery with the positive side up.
Page 48 KEYS AND DOORS NOTICE D Make sure the positive side and negative side of the battery are faced correctly. D Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may cause unexpected rust. D Do not touch or move any components in the transmitter, or it may interfere with proper operation.
Page 49 KEYS AND DOORS Turn the key towards the front of the vehicle to lock and If a wrong key is used, the key cylinder rotates freely to isolate towards the back to unlock. inside mechanism. So, door locking is protected from thieves. All the side doors and back door lock and unlock Together with the activation of unlocking, some interior lights simultaneously with the driver’s door.
Page 50 KEYS AND DOORS Locking with inside lock button Closing the door with the lock button pushed in will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle. Doors cannot be locked when either front door is open and the key is in the ignition.
Page 51 KEYS AND DOORS Locking with power door lock switch The power door lock switch can be reset in the following ways. D Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position. D Unlock all the side doors and back door with the key or wireless remote control.
Page 52 KEYS AND DOORS Setting the auto door locking and unlocking Setting the functions functions 1. Close all the doors. You can set the following auto door locking and unlocking 2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. functions. 3. Within 10 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the (a) Locking linked with the shift position “ON”...
Page 53: Back Door
KEYS AND DOORS Locking with rear door child-protector BACK DOOR Opening and closing " Unlock Lock Whenever small children are in the vehicle, lock the rear door so that it does not open from the inside. To do this, move the lever to the “LOCK” position as shown and then close the door.
Page 54 KEYS AND DOORS To open the back door, push up the back door opener and raise the door. If the back door will not open even pushing the back door opener, push it again. When opening the back door, make sure that the back door will not come down by itself.
Page 55 KEYS AND DOORS CAUTION D Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. D If the open back door hides the rear stop and tail lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.
Page 56 KEYS AND DOORS If the back door opener does not operate 2. Push the lever and open the back door. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer if the If the back door opener does not operate, you can open the back door opener does not operate.
Page 57: Power Back Door
KEYS AND DOORS POWER BACK DOOR To open the back door, push the back door opener and raise the door. Opening and closing by hand If the back door will not open even pushing the back door opener, push it again. When opening the back door, make sure that the back door will not come down by itself.
Page 58 KEYS AND DOORS D If the open back door hides the rear stop and tail lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device. When closing the back door, use the inside handle for easier reach to the back door.
Page 59 KEYS AND DOORS Back door closer CAUTION When the back door has not been fully closed, it is fully D Careful attention is needed so as not to get your closed automatically even if the power back door system fingers trapped as the back door automatically is off.
Page 60 KEYS AND DOORS If the back door opener does not operate 2. Push the lever and open the back door. Have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Lexus dealer if the If the back door opener does not operate, you can open the back door opener does not operate.
Page 61 KEYS AND DOORS Power back door off switch CAUTION Do not leave small children or pets unattended in your vehicle. They could operate the power back door, and anyone around the back door could be injured. Turn off the power back door system when the power back door is not in use.
Page 62 KEYS AND DOORS Power back door switches Pull down the switch cover. To open the back door, push the power back door opener/closer switch on the instrument panel for about 1 second.* The back door fully opens automatically. At this time, the turn signal lights flash twice and two beeps sound.** When pushing the switch while the opening operation is being...
Page 63 KEYS AND DOORS Opening or closing operation can be performed by the Jam protection function switches under the following conditions: If anything with sufficient resistance obstructs the power back D The vehicle is stopped. door while it is closing or opening, the back door will automatically reverse to the opposite direction.
Page 64 KEYS AND DOORS Falling down protection function CAUTION When you open the back door with the switch or the wireless The power back door could injure people if they are remote control, if some loads such as snow on the back door caught in the door path.
Page 65: Theft Deterrent System
KEYS AND DOORS NOTICE D Do not apply excessive force when the back door is operated automatically. Otherwise, the power back door system may become defective. D Objects caught in the path of the back door may be damaged. Make sure there is nothing in the doorway before closing the back door.
Page 66 KEYS AND DOORS Cancelling the system When you unlock any door using an ignition key or wireless remote control, the system is cancelled. Also, the system will be cancelled when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. Activating the system The alarm sounds for about 1minute if any of the following are operated: D Unlocking any door without using an ignition key or wireless...
Page 67 KEYS AND DOORS If the battery becomes discharged due to the vehicle being Testing the system unused for a long time, etc., when the battery is recharged or 1. Open all the windows. replaced, the system will give the alarm. If this happens, immediately unlock any of the doors with the key or the 2.
Page 68 KEYS AND DOORS NOTICE Disconnecting the battery may result in the erasure of information you have set in the computer memory. After reconnecting the battery, check that the memorized data has been retained. If it has been erased, input it into the computer once more.
Page 69 KEYS AND DOORS...
Page 70 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Switches Headlight switch ..............Headlight dimmer and turn signal switch .
Page 71: Switches
SWITCHES HEADLIGHT SWITCH Vehicles sold in U.S.A.: When the headlights are on, the headlight indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. Vehicles sold in Canada: When the tail lights are on, the tail light indicator lights up in the instrument cluster. With the knob in the “AUTO”...
Page 72 SWITCHES When only the tail lights come on: The lights automatically turn off with the driver’s door opened and the ignition key turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. To turn them on again, turn the ignition key to the “ON” position, or turn the headlight switch off and then twist the knob until the first or second clickstop.
Page 73 SWITCHES Twist the knob to the second clickstop to turn on the headlights to full intensity for driving at night. When setting the knob to the third clickstop (“AUTO”), the headlights will automatically adjust to full intensity and/or turn on the other lights depending on the darkness of the surroundings.
Page 74 SWITCHES Automatic headlight leveling system Adaptive front-lighting system (vehicles with discharge headlight only) Adaptive front-lighting system (AFS) provides the proper headlight beam level according to the current driving conditions. This system moves the headlight beam left or right according to the turning angle of the steering wheel. The synergy of this system and the automatic headlight leveling system improves visibility at the intersections and curves.
Page 75: Headlight Dimmer And Turn Signal Switch
SWITCHES HEADLIGHT DIMMER AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH " Adaptive front-lighting system off switch Inoperative Operative If you do not want to activate the system, push in the For high beam, push the lever forward. Pull it back for low switch to turn off the system. To turn it on, push it again. beam.
Page 76: Fog Light Switch
SWITCHES FOG LIGHT SWITCH For signaling turns, move the lever up or down in the conventional manner. To turn on the fog lights, twist the band of the headlight The ignition key must be in the “ON” position. switch lever to the position of the fog light. The fog lights The turn signal is self-cancelling after a turn, but after a lane come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Page 77: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch
SWITCHES WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER Twist the interval adjuster upward to increase the wiping time interval between sweeps, and downward to decrease SWITCH The wiper lever must be in the “INT” position. Intermittent operation type For mist wiper operations (a single wipe), pull the lever up and release it.
Page 78 SWITCHES In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could block your vision. NOTICE Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass. When waxing your vehicle, make sure that the washer nozzles do not become blocked.
Page 79 SWITCHES Raindrop detection type Automatic operation The wiper speed is determined by the amount of raindrops and sunlight detected by the automatic wiper control sensor. Twist the automatic control adjuster in the “–” direction to lower the sensitivity, and the “+” direction to boost the sensitivity.
Page 80 SWITCHES Even if the wiper lever is in the “AUTO” position, the system will CAUTION switch to intermittent operations in the following conditions: D When the windshield gets extremely cold (at less than Be careful not to get your fingers caught between the –10_C or 14_F) wipers and windshield.
Page 81 SWITCHES For mist wiper operations (a single wipe), pull the lever up The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster and release it. comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see “Adding To make the washer squirt, pull the lever toward you and washer fluid”...
Page 82 SWITCHES When waxing your vehicle, make sure that the washer nozzles do not become blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Lexus dealer to have the vehicle serviced. NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object.
Page 83 SWITCHES Lifting the windshield wiper arms When lifting the windshield wiper arms away from the window, follow the procedure in the order indicated. Pull the driver side wiper arm upward. Pull the passenger side wiper arm upward.
Page 84 SWITCHES When returning the wiper arms to their original position, push the passenger side wiper arm down first, and then push the driver side wiper arm down. NOTICE To prevent damage to the wipers, pull the driver side wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side.
Page 85: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch
SWITCHES REAR WINDOW WIPER AND To make the washer squirt while operating in “ON” position, twist the knob upward to position 1. WASHER SWITCH The knob automatically returns from these positions after you release it. The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empty.
Page 86 SWITCHES NOTICE Do not operate the rear window wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass.
Page 87: Headlight Cleaner Switch
SWITCHES HEADLIGHT CLEANER SWITCH To spray fluid on the headlights, push the switch with the headlights on. The ignition key must be in the “ON” position. The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empty.
Page 88 SWITCHES NOTICE Do not turn the headlight cleaner on with the washer fluid tank empty. It may cause the cleaner motor to overheat.
Page 89: Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defogger, And Windshield Wiper Deicer Switch
SWITCHES REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE Vehicles sold in Canada — The windshield wiper deicers are equipped to deice the windshield wiper blades by operating REAR VIEW MIRROR DEFOGGER, simultaneously with defogger. AND WINDSHIELD WIPER DEICER The system will automatically shut off when the defogger has SWITCH operated about 15 minutes.
Page 90 SWITCHES NOTICE D When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connectors. D To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the switch off when the engine is not running.
Page 91: Power Window Switches
SWITCHES POWER WINDOW SWITCHES Operating the switches " To lower the window, push the switch halfway down. Pull For driver’s window it up to raise the window. The window glass moves as long For front passenger’s window as the switch is operated. For left rear window For right rear window Automatic operation: To fully raise or lower the window...
Page 92 SWITCHES Operating the window lock switch Operating the windows from outside the vehicle The windows can be operated using an ignition key.* NOTE: * This feature can be deactivated. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. " Indicator lights With the window lock switch pressed in, only the driver’s window can be raised or lowered.
Page 93 SWITCHES To close the windows: Turn the key in the locking direction If the battery is disconnected or run down and hold it. The power window may not operate automatically and the jam After the doors are locked, the windows begin to close. To stop protection function will not function correctly after you in the middle, return the key.
Page 94 SWITCHES D Never try jamming any part of your body to activate CAUTION the jam protection function intentionally. To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the D The jam protection function may not work if following. something gets caught just before the window is fully D Before you close the power windows, always make closed.
Page 95: Emergency Flasher Switch
SWITCHES EMERGENCY FLASHER SWITCH To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To turn them off, push the switch again. All the turn signal lights will flash. The emergency flashers will work with the engine running or off and with or without the ignition key.
Page 96 SWITCHES NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Page 97: Seat Heater Switches
SWITCHES SEAT HEATER SWITCHES To turn off the seat heater, turn the knob counterclockwise until it stops. Push the knob into the recessed position when not in use. CAUTION Occupants must use caution when operating the seat heater because they may experience minor burns even at low temperatures.
Page 98 SWITCHES NOTICE D Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat. D When cleaning the seats, do not use organic substances (paint thinner, benzine, alcohol, gasoline, etc.). They may damage the heater and seat surface.
Page 99 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ............... . . Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 100: Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS FUEL GAUGE The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the fuel gauge returns to “E”...
Page 101: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS ENGINE COOLANT Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: TEMPERATURE GAUGE D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. D Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop-and-go traffic.
Page 102 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS NOTICE D Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.
Page 103: Tachometer
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS TACHOMETER Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy. It is not a malfunction even if the needle of the tachometer returns to the bottom position when the ignition switch is turned to the “START”...
Page 104 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS NOTICE Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.
Page 105: Odometer And Trip Meter
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS ODOMETER AND TRIP METER This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. To change the mode indication, push the “ODO/TRIP” button briefly. Each time you push the button, the mode changes in order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer, etc.
Page 106: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS IF THIS INDICATOR OR DO THIS. BUZZER COMES ON... AND WARNING BUZZERS IF THIS INDICATOR OR Stop and check. DO THIS. BUZZER COMES ON... If parking brake is off, stop immediately and Replace engine oil.
Page 107 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS IF THIS INDICATOR OR IF THIS INDICATOR OR DO THIS. DO THIS. BUZZER COMES ON... BUZZER COMES ON... Adjust tire inflation Replace bulb. pressure. If light remains, contact Lexus dealer. Take vehicle to Lexus Check condition dealer.
Page 108 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (a) Brake System Warning Light and Buzzer A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem. This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key is in the “ON” position. CAUTION D When the parking brake is applied...
Page 109: Airbag Off" Indicator Light
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer (d) SRS Warning Light This light and buzzer remind you to buckle up the driver’s seat The indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to belt.
Page 110 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS D If the belt is O.K., there is a problem somewhere in the (e) Discharge Warning Light charging system. This light warns that the battery is being discharged. The engine ignition will continue to operate, however, until the If it comes on while you are driving, stop the vehicle, turn off the battery is discharged.
Page 111 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (f) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low. concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly.
Page 112 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (g) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light (for The system must be reset after the engine oil replacement. Reset the system by the following procedure: vehicles sold in U.S.A.) 1. Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position with the odometer This light reminds you when to replace the engine oil.
Page 113 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (h) Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the D There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission “ON”...
Page 114 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs “ABS” Warning Light Your vehicle may not pass a state emission inspection if the The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your Lexus position.
Page 115 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates Open Door Warning Light and Buzzer a malfunction somewhere in the components monitored This light remains on until all the side doors and back door are by the warning light system.
Page 116 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS “VSC” Warning Light (m) Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Warning Light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the (four-wheel drive models only) vehicle stability control system or traction control system. This light warns that the automatic transmission fluid The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the temperature is too high.
Page 117 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank, If the light comes on while driving, adjust tire inflation pressure the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual. to the specified level.
Page 118 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (s) Key Reminder Buzzer How to check all the service reminder indicators This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the ignition key in the “ACC” or “LOCK” (except the low fuel level warning light): position.
Page 119 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS The following service reminder indicators go off after a few seconds. D Height control indicator lights D Height control off indicator light D Easy access mode indicator light D Dynamic laser cruise control master warning light 13RY032 13RY033 13RY030...
Page 120: Cruise Information Display
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS The following service reminder indicator goes off after 6 CRUISE INFORMATION DISPLAY seconds. If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. 13RY009...
Page 121 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS The following information is displayed in the instrument If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the cluster when you push the “INFO” button with the ignition cruise information display, the display will automatically be set switch turned on.
Page 122 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (2) Average vehicle speed after engine start (4) Instantaneous fuel consumption (“AVG MPH” or “AVG km/h”) (“MPG” or “L/100 km”) Average vehicle speed after engine start is calculated and The instantaneous fuel consumption is calculated and displayed based on total driving distance and total driving displayed based on distance and fuel consumption for 2 time with the engine running.
Page 123: Instrument Panel Light Control
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (6) Driving range INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT (“Cruising Range miles” or “Cruising Range CONTROL km”) The distance the vehicle can travel with the remaining fuel is calculated and displayed based on the quantity of remaining fuel and past fuel consumption. The driving range display indicates the approximate distance that you can drive until the fuel gauge reaches “E”.
Page 124: Multi-Display Light Control
GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS MULTI-DISPLA Y LIGHT CONTROL To adjust the brightness of the multi-display light, push and release the “BRIGHTNESS” button until the desired brightness is obtained.
Page 125 GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS...
Page 126 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Interior equipment Vanity mirrors ..............Interior lights .
Page 127: Interior Equipment
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT VANITY MIRRORS Sun visors To block out glare from the front , swing the sun visor To use the vanity mirror, swing the sun visor down and down. open the cover. To block out glare from the side, remove the sun visor The vanity light comes on when you open the cover.
Page 128: Interior Lights
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT INTERIOR LIGHTS To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The interior light switch has the following positions: Front “ON” — Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF” — Turns the light off. “DOOR” — Turns the light on when any of the side doors or back door is opened.
Page 129: Personal Lights
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Rear PERSONAL LIGHTS To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. " Vehicles with moon roof The interior light switch has the following positions: “ON” — Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF” — Turns the light off. “DOOR”...
Page 130: Luggage Compartment Lights
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTS off, push the switch again. To turn on the luggage compartment light, open the back door and push the switch. The light goes off when the back door is closed.
Page 131: Illuminated Entry System
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT " ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM Foot lights (on some models) Meter ring light Ignition switch light Center console spot lights Front interior light (with the “DOOR” position) Inside door handle lights (on some models) Rear interior light (with the “DOOR” position) Scuff plate lights (on some models) All of the lights except the center console spot lights and meter ring light will come on when any of the side doors...
Page 132 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT However, in the following cases, the lights go out immediately: Foot lights and inside door handle lights D All of the lights except the center console spot lights and The foot lights and inside door handle lights also come on when meter ring light —...
Page 133: Clock
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CLOCK You can adjust the brightness of the display. To adjust the brightness, see “Multi-display light control” on page 91. If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the time display will automatically be set to 1:00 (one o’clock).
Page 134: Outside Temperature Display
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY POWER OUTLETS 12 VDC This display shows the outside temperature when the ignition switch is on. " On the center cluster The displayed temperature ranges from -30_C (-22_F) up to 50_C (122_F). If the temperature does not appear on the display or it shows “- -”, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
Page 135 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT The power outlets are designed for power supply for car accessories. The ignition key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for the power outlets to be used. " In the luggage compartment...
Page 136 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTICE D To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12V/120W (all the outlets together). D To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Page 137 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 115 VAC " Main switch To use the power outlet, push the main switch on the This power outlet is designed for use as a power supply instrument panel. for the audio device connected to the input terminal adapter.
Page 138: Rear Console Box
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT REAR CONSOLE BOX D Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the outlet may cause Sliding the rear console box electrical failure or short circuit. The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances even though their power consumption is under 115 VAC/100W.
Page 139 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Using the rear console box CAUTION D Do not slide the rear console box while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. D Be careful not to get hands or feet pinched between the rear console box and the center cluster or rear seat.
Page 140: Glove Box
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT GLOVE BOX To remove the adapter tray inside the box, pull it up. " Unlock Open Lock To open the glove box door, pull the lever. To lock the glove box door, insert the master key and turn it clockwise.
Page 141: Garage Door Opener
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT GARAGE DOOR OPENER CAUTION The garage door opener ( Universal To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or Transceiver) is manufactured under license from a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed HomeLink and can be programmed to operate garage while driving.
Page 142 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT The battery side of the hand-held transmitter must be pointed If the garage door does not operate, identify if your garage away from the HomeLink during the programming process. transmitter is of the “Rolling Code” type. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink button.
Page 143 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 3. Press and release the vehicle’s programmed HomeLink 4. Continuously press and release (cycle) the hand-held button twice. The garage door may open. If the door does gate/device transmitter button every two seconds until step 5 open, the programming process is complete. If the door does is complete.
Page 144 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT (b) Operating the HomeLink CAUTION To operate the HomeLink , press the appropriate HomeLink D When programming the HomeLink button to activate the programmed device. The HomeLink Universal indicator light should come on. The HomeLink continues to Transceiver, you may be operating a garage door or send the signal for up to 20 seconds as long as the button is other device.
Page 145: Cup Holders
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CUP HOLDERS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS- 210 of the Industry Canada. Front Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 146 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CAUTION D Do not place anything else other than cups or drink-cans in the cup holder, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.
Page 147 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Rear CAUTION D Do not place anything else other than cups or drink-cans on the cup holder, as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.
Page 148: Overhead Console Box
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT OVERHEAD CONSOLE BOX CAUTION D To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the overhead console box closed while driving. D Do not place any object heavier than 100 g (0.22 lb.) in it.
Page 149 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTICE During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside.
Page 150: Auxiliary Boxes
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT AUXILIARY BOXES CAUTION To use the auxiliary boxes, open as shown in the following To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or illustrations. a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving. "...
Page 151: Auxiliary Box And Grocery Bag Hooks
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT AUXILIARY BOX AND GROCERY BAG HOOKS This auxiliary box is equipped with grocery bag hooks. These hooks are designed for hanging things like grocery bags. To use the auxiliary box, open it as shown above.
Page 152 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CAUTION Except when using the grocery bag hooks — To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving. NOTICE To prevent damage to the hooks, do not hang any object heavier than 2 kg (4 lb.) on them.
Page 153: Luggage Cover
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT LUGGAGE COVER To use the luggage cover: Attach the front hooks of the luggage cover to the head restraints. Pull out the rear luggage cover and hook it onto the anchors. CAUTION Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident.
Page 154 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Automatic retract function " Active position The rear luggage cover is retracted automatically when the back door is opened. " Inactive position...
Page 155 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT To activate the automatic retract function, place the knobs Removing luggage cover in the active position. If you do not want to activate the automatic retract function, push the knobs to place the inactive position while pulling the luggage cover toward you. To reactivate the automatic retract function, push the knobs again to return them to the active position.
Page 156: Floor Mat
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT FLOOR MAT You can stow the luggage cover in the auxiliary box in the luggage compartment as shown in the illustration. Use a floor mat of the correct size. After removing the luggage cover, stow it in the auxiliary box or place it somewhere other than the passenger compartment.
Page 157: Tie-Down Hookss
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT TIE-DOWN HOOKS CAUTION To secure your luggage, use the tie-down hooks as shown Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor above. carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the See “Stowage precautions” on page 486 for precautions when movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an loading luggage.
Page 158 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT...
Page 159 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Exterior equipment Hood ................Fuel tank cap .
Page 160: Exterior Equipment
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT HOOD 2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not the driver-side instrument panel.
Page 161: Fuel Tank Cap
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT FUEL TANK CAP 1. To open the fuel filler door, push the switch. When refueling, turn off the engine. This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle. CAUTION D Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames when refuelling.
Page 162 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT 2. To remove fuel tank cap, turn 3. The removed cap can be stored on the back side of the counterclockwise by 90 degrees (to the pressure point fuel filler door. ), and then turn it a additional 30 degrees (to point Position the cap so that the hooks point to the left and right, and Pause slightly before removing it.
Page 163 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT CAUTION D Make sure the cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. D Use only a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure. NOTICE To prevent damage to the cap, apply force only in the turning direction to the cap.
Page 164: Moon Roof (Normal Type)
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT In case the opener is not actuated MOON ROOF (normal type) Open the auxiliary box in the luggage compartment, pull " Open Close the manual lever. To slide open the moon roof, push the slide control switch This is used in case the fuel filler door cannot be opened due toward the back.
Page 165 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT The sunshade can be opened or closed manually. However, if you open the moon roof, the sunshade will be opened with the moon roof. To close the moon roof, push the slide control switch toward the front. The moon roof will fully close. To stop partway, push the either side of the slide control switch.
Page 166 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT To operate the moon roof, the ignition key must be in the “ON” Operating the moon roof from outside the position. vehicle If the moon roof is left open when you turn the ignition key to The moon roof can be operated using an ignition key.* the “ACC”...
Page 167 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT To close the moon roof: Turn the key in the locking direction If the battery is disconnected or run down and hold it. The moon roof may not operate automatically and the jam After the doors are locked, the moon roof begins to close. To protection function will not function correctly after you stop in the middle, return the key.
Page 168: Moon Roof (Multi-Panel Type)
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT MOON ROOF (multi-panel type) D Before you close the moon roof, always make sure there is nobody around the moon roof. You must also make sure nobody places his or her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening. someone’s neck, head or hands get caught in the closing roof, it could result in a serious injury.
Page 169 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT " To close the moon roof, push the slide control switch Tilt up Tilt down toward the front. The center and rear panels fully close. To tilt up the front panel, push the “TILT” switch on the rear Then push and hold the slide control switch toward the side.
Page 170 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT To operate the moon roof, the ignition key must be in the “ON” Jam protection function position. D If something gets caught between the moon roof and frame If the moon roof is left open when you turn the ignition key to during slide closing operation, the moon roof stops and the “ACC”...
Page 171 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT If the battery is disconnected or run down D Before you close the moon roof, always make sure there is nobody around the moon roof. You must also The moon roof may not operate automatically and the jam make sure nobody places his or her head, hands and protection function will not function correctly after you other parts of the body in the roof opening.
Page 172 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTICE There is the possibility that water or rain will get into the vehicle if you operate the moon roof after a rainfall, snowfall or car wash. Wipe the moon roof dry with a cloth before operating it.
Page 173: Roof Luggage Carrier
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT ROOF LUGGAGE CARRIER Adjusting the position of cross rails 1. Pull the lock release lever up to release the cross rails. " Cross rails Roof rails You can release the cross rails by operating only the single side The roof luggage carrier consists of roof rails and sliding lock release lever.
Page 174 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT CAUTION When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier, observe the following: D Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the front and rear axles. D If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed the vehicle overall length or width.
Page 175 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT D If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, stop the vehicle now and then during the trip to make sure the cargo remains in its place. D Do not exceed 75 kg (165 lb.) cargo weight on the roof luggage carrier.
Page 176 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ................Front seats .
Page 177: Occupant Restraint Systems
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SEATS FRONT SEATS While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should Front seat precautions have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and properly wear the seat belts provided. Driver seat CAUTION CAUTION D Do not drive the vehicle unless the occupants are The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, properly seated.
Page 178 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Front passenger seat D Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 250 mm (10 in.) distance, even with the driver seat all the way CAUTION forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat.
Page 179 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Front seats (with SRS side airbags) Seat adjustment precautions CAUTION CAUTION The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front D Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as passenger seats. Observe the following precautions. the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the D Do not lean against the front door when the vehicle driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 180 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Adjusting front seats Seat position control, seat cushion angle and height control switch Seatback angle control switch Lumbar support control switch...
Page 181 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting seat position Adjusting seatback angle Move the control switch in the desired direction. Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat in that position. Do not Releasing the switch will stop the seatback in that position. place anything under the seat, as this might interfere with the seat movement.
Page 182 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting seat cushion angle and height CAUTION (driver’s seat only) To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats.
Page 183 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Adjusting lumbar support (driver’s seat only) Flattening seatbacks Push the control switch on either side. Before flattening seatbacks, slide the rear seats as far back as possible. The amount of lumbar support will change while the switch is pushed.
Page 184 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Move the seatback angle control switch backward to Push the seat position control switch downward to lower flatten the seatback. the seat at the same level as the rear seat (driver’s seat only). After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to replace the head restraint.
Page 185: Rear Seats
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS REAR SEATS CAUTION Sliding and reclining rear seats To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection when the passengers are sitting up straight and well back in the seats.
Page 186 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Folding down rear seatbacks " Seat belt hanger For the outer seat belts, use the seat belt hangers to " Before folding down rear seatbacks prevent the belts from being tangled. Stow the rear seat belt buckles as shown above. NOTICE The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you fold down the rear seatbacks.
Page 187 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Folding down rear seatbacks " Folding down rear center seatback Lower the head restraints, unlock the seatbacks by pulling You can fold down only the rear center seatback. the seatback lock release lever and fold them down until To fold down the center seatback, lower the center head they lock.
Page 188: Armrests
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ARMRESTS CAUTION D When folding down the rear seatback, be careful not to get hands or feet pinched between the rear console box and the rear seat. D When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the following precautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sudden stop: Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback.
Page 189: Head Restraints
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS HEAD RESTRAINTS CAUTION For your safety and comfort, adjust the head restraint D Adjust the center of the head restraint so that it is before driving. closest to the top of your ears. D After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is Front seats locked in position.
Page 190 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Rear seats CAUTION D Adjust the center of the head restraint so that it is closest to the top of your ears. D After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is locked in position. D Do not drive with the head restraints removed. To raise the head restraint, pull it up.
Page 191: Seat Belts
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SEAT BELTS If a child must sit in the front seat, the seat belts should be worn properly. If an accident occurs and the seat belts are not worn properly, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag may cause Seat belt precautions death or serious injury to the child.
Page 192 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION Persons should ride in their seats properly wearing their seat belts whenever the vehicle is moving. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury or death in the event of sudden braking or a collision.
Page 193 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive cleaners, or allow them to come into contact with the belt — they may severely weaken the belts.
Page 194 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Fastening front and rear seat belts When a rear seat belt is completely extended and is then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system securely.
Page 195 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION D Both high-positioned lap belts and loose-fitting belts could cause serious injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision or other unintended event. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible. D Do not place the shoulder belt under your arm.
Page 196 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision.
Page 197 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Seat belt comfort guides To release the belt, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract. The outside shoulder belt comfort guides for the rear seat If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for outside positions will provide added seat belt comfort for kinks or twists.
Page 198 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Seat belt comfort guides are stored in the both pockets on the INSTALLING THE COMFORT GUIDE sides of the rear seatback. 1. Pull the comfort guide from the pocket.
Page 199 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. Pinch the two edges of the shoulder belt for the rear 3. Buckle, position and release the seat belt. (For wearing seat outside position with your fingers and slide the belt the seat belt, see page 175.) Make sure the shoulder belt past the slot of the guide as shown above.
Page 200 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Seat belt extender If your seat belts cannot be fastened securely because they are not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available from your Lexus dealer free of charge. Please contact your local Lexus dealer so that the dealer can order the proper required length for the extender.
Page 201 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION When using the seat belt extender, observe the following precautions. Failure to follow these instructions could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of an accident, increasing the chance of personal injury. D Remember that the extender provided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, for another person, or at a different seating position than...
Page 202 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Make sure the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is not illuminated when using the seat belt extender for the front passenger seat. If the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle, then reconnect the seat belt.
Page 203 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Seat belt pretensioners CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt and the seat belt extender are not twisted. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
Page 204 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS The front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner will not activate if no passenger is detected in the front passenger seat by the front passenger occupant classification system. However, the front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner may activate if luggage is put on the seat, or the seat belt is buckled up regardless of the presence of an occupant in the seat.
Page 205 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS The front seat belt pretensioner system mainly consists of the Once the front seat belt pretensioners have been activated, the above components, and their locations are shown in the seat belt retractors remain locked. illustration. The front seat belt pretensioners are controlled by the airbag CAUTION sensor assembly.
Page 206 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the front seat belt pretensioners in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two-way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player D Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor...
Page 207 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the pretensioners. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. D When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the light does not come on, remains on or flashes. D The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.
Page 208: Srs Driver Airbags And Front Passenger Airbag
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SRS DRIVER AIRBAGS AND FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible: D The front seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding area has been damaged. " Driver airbag D The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was Front passenger airbag involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause Driver knee airbag...
Page 209 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS In response to a severe frontal impact, the SRS front airbags CAUTION work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. The SRS front airbags deploy when receiving the D The SRS front airbag system is designed only as a severe frontal impact that may cause serious injuries to the supplement to the primary protection of the driver driver and front passenger.
Page 210 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS It is possible that in some collisions where the forward D Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and deceleration of the vehicle is very close to the designed children can be killed or seriously injured by the threshold level, the SRS front airbags and the seat belt deploying airbags.
Page 211 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " " Collision from the side Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface Collision from the rear Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Vehicle rollover Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS front airbags are generally not designed to inflate The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls occurs to the underside of your vehicle.
Page 212 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Airbag module for front passenger (airbag and inflator) Front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors) “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light SRS warning light Airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator) Driver’s seat belt buckle switch Driver’s seat position sensor Knee airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator) Airbag sensor assembly Front airbag sensors...
Page 213 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS The airbag sensors constantly monitor the forward Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, deceleration of the vehicle. If an impact results in a forward so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the deceleration beyond the designed threshold level, the system system is designed to reduce serious injuries, primarily to the triggers the airbag inflators.
Page 214 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION The driver or front passenger who is too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured. Lexus strongly recommends that: D The driver sit as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the vehicle.
Page 215 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean over the dashboard when the vehicle is in use, since the front passenger airbag could inflates with considerable speed and force. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, an airbag when it inflates, can be killed or seriously injured.
Page 216 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and be properly restrained. D Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms. Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see “Child restraint”...
Page 217 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not put anything or any part of your body or install anything such as accessories or turbo timers on or in front of the dashboard, lower portion of instrument panel or steering wheel pad that houses the front airbag system.
Page 218 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Lexus dealer about any repair and modification. D Do not attach any heavy, sharp or hard objects such as keys or accessories to the ignition key. objects may restrict the SRS knee airbag inflation or be thrust into the driver’s seat area by the force of the deploying airbag, thus causing a danger.
Page 219 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS front airbag system in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two-way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player D Modification of the suspension system...
Page 220 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS If the light stays on, it indicates that the SRS driver and front passenger airbags and/or front passenger occupant classification system and the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light fail. If the light flashes, the SRS side and curtain shield airbags have a problem.
Page 221 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D The pad section of the steering wheel, dashboard, lower portion of instrument or front passenger airbag cover (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible: D The SRS front airbags have been inflated.
Page 222 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Lexus dealer.
Page 223: Srs Side Airbags And Curtain Shield Airbags
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SRS SIDE AIRBAGS AND CURTAIN The side airbag on the passenger seat will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, SHIELD AIRBAGS the side airbag on the passenger seat may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, or the seat belt is buckled up regardless of the presence of the occupant in the seat.
Page 224 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and CAUTION children can be killed or seriously injured by the D The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system deploying airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using is designed only as a supplement to the primary child...
Page 225 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " " Collision from the side to the vehicle body other Collision from the front than the passenger compartment Collision from the rear Collision from the side at an angle Vehicle rollover The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system may The SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags are not not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a front or...
Page 226 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Curtain shield airbag modules (airbag and inflater) Side airbag modules (airbag and inflator) Front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors) “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light SRS warning light Curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies Side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies Airbag sensor assembly Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system consists...
Page 227 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS When the airbags inflate, they produce a fairly loud noise and release some smoke and residue along with non-toxic gas. This does not indicate a fire. This smoke may remain inside the vehicle for some time, and may cause some minor irritation to the eyes, skin or breathing.
Page 228 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not allow anyone to lean against the door when the vehicle is in use, since the side airbag and curtain shield airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, he/she may be killed or seriously injured.
Page 229 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not get allow anyone to get his/her head closer to the area where the side airbag and curtain shield airbag inflate, since these airbags could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, he/she may be killed or seriously injured. Special care should be taken especially when you have a small child in the vehicle.
Page 230 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not allow anyone to get his/her head or hands out of windows, since the curtain shield airbags could inflate with considerable speed force. Otherwise, he/she may be killed or seriously injured. Special care should be taken especially when you have a small child in the vehicle.
Page 231 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not attach a cup holder or any other device or object on or around the door. When the side airbag inflates, the cup holder or any other device or object will be thrown with great force, or the side airbag may not activate correctly, resulting in death or serious injury.
Page 232 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not attach a microphone or any other device or object around the area where the curtain shield airbag activates such as on the windshield glass, side door glass, front and rear pillars, roof side rail and assist grips.
Page 233 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the side airbags inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from activating correctly, causing death or serious injury. D Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats with side airbags.
Page 234 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Lexus dealer. Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system in some cases. D Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two-way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player D Modification of the suspension system...
Page 235 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D When the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, the light does not come on, remains on or flashes. D The light comes on or starts flashing while driving. If the light stays on, it indicates that the SRS driver and front passenger airbag and/or front passenger occupant classification system and “AIRBAG OFF”...
Page 236 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D The portion of the doors (shaded in the illustration) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags to inflate. D The surface of the seats with the side airbag (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.
Page 237 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Lexus dealer.
Page 238: Front Passenger Occupant Classification System
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions 1 — 4 in the table shown below, and based on these conditions activates or deactivates the airbags. system monitors the weight and load on the front passenger seat, and the seat belt buckle switch in determining conditions 1 —...
Page 239 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS The “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light will be illuminated The “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light will be initially when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and a child illuminated when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” or child restraint system is in the front passenger seat (see position.
Page 240 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS...
Page 241 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected Front Curtain “AIRBAG Side airbag Front by the front passenger’s Front shield airbag OFF” on the front passenger’s passenger occupant seat belt passenger in the front indicator...
Page 242 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not put a heavy load in the front passenger CAUTION seatback pocket or attach a seatback table to the front passenger seat seatback. To avoid potential death or serious injury when the front passenger occupant classification system does not D Do not put weight on the front passenger seat by detect the conditions correctly, observe the following.
Page 243: Child Restraint
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CHILD RESTRAINT D When it is unavoidable to install the forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, Child restraint precautions install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the proper order. (As for the Lexus strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for installation order, see “Child restraint system”...
Page 244 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield CAUTION airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or D For effective protection in automobile accidents and any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags...
Page 245 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Child restraint system Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types A child restraint system for a small child or baby must depending on the child’s age and size. itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt.
Page 246 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat (B) Convertible seat...
Page 247 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS INSTALLATION WITH 3-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT (A) Infant seat installation CAUTION D Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on An infant seat must be used in rear-facing position only. the front passenger seat even if the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated.
Page 248 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Same position Same angle D If the driver’s seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child restraint D When installing a child restraint system in the rear system on the rear right seat. Child restraint system center position, adjust both seat cushions to the installed on the rear seat should not contact the front same position and align both seatbacks at the same...
Page 249 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.
Page 250 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly against the seat When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it extended.
Page 251 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 4. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle-release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move CAUTION freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passenger. Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 252 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (B) Convertible seat installation 5. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be extended. To hold the seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract.
Page 253 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION When it is unavoidable to install the forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the proper order. Otherwise, the front passenger occupant classification system can not detect the presence of the child restraint system and the front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger seat could deploy.
Page 254 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Move seat fully back D A forward-facing child restraint system should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible even if the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, because the front passenger airbag inflate with considerable speed and force.
Page 255 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Same position Same angle D If the driver’s seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child restraint D When installing a child restraint system in the rear system on the rear right seat. Child restraint system center position, adjust both seat cushions to the installed on the rear seat should not contact the front same position and align both seatbacks at the same...
Page 256 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle.
Page 257 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. 3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it extended.
Page 258 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle-release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will CAUTION move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passenger. Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 259 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (C) Booster seat installation " Move seat fully back A booster seat must be used in forward-facing position only. CAUTION D A forward-facing child restraint system should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable.
Page 260 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 261 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION D Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from child’s neck, but not falling off child’s shoulder. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured in case of sudden braking or a collision.
Page 262 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle. D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Lexus dealer immediately.
Page 263 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Using a top strap 2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle-release button and allow the belt to retract. Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap.
Page 264 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS " Anchor brackets Symbol mark 1. Remove the head restraint. Use the anchor brackets on the back of the rear seatback to attach the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position. This symbol mark indicates the location of the anchor brackets. 2.
Page 265 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child restraint system is securely by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 3. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt. 4.
Page 266 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 5. Replace the head restraint and lift it up to the uppermost lock position. Be sure to close the cover when the anchor bracket is not in Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems use.
Page 267 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Child restraint system complying with the FMVSS225 or CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION CMVSS210.2 specification can be fixed to these anchorages. In this case, it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the vehicle. Canada only "...
Page 268 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system. Type A — 1. Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the lower anchorages below the tag in the seatback.
Page 269 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be D After securing the child restraint system, never slide anchored. (For the installation of the top strap, see “Using a or recline the seat. top strap” on page 244.) D Do not install a child restraint system on the rear seat For the installation details, refer to the instruction manual if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front...
Page 270: Driving Position Memory System
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS DRIVING POSITION MEMORY Setting the driving position SYSTEM A microcomputer will memorize the position of the driver’s seat, and the positions of the tilt and telescopic steering, and outside rear view mirrors. Two different driving position profiles can be entered into the computer’s memory.
Page 271 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS To make only slight changes to an already memorized position, Conditions for memorized position activation the easiest way is to first activate the memorized position, then D Ignition key “ON” and selector lever in “P” position. make the desired changes and perform step 2 above. All parts of the memorized positions can be activated.
Page 272 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS CAUTION D Do not start the vehicle while the adjustments are being made. D Take care not to select the wrong button, or the seat could strike the rear passenger or hit your body against the steering wheel. If this happens, you can stop the movement by pressing another driving position memory switch.
Page 273 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS...
Page 274 SECTION – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and mirrors Steering wheel (tilt type)) ............Steering wheel (tilt and telescopic type)) .
Page 275: Steering Wheel And Mirrors
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS STEERING WHEEL (tilt type) CAUTION D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position.
Page 276: Steering Wheel (Tilt And Telescopic Type)
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS STEERING WHEEL Adjustment of telescopic steering column (tilt and telescopic type) Adjustment of steering wheel tilt To adjust the steering column length, push the control switch forward or backward to set the steering wheel to the desired position. To adjust the tilt of the steering wheel, push the control CAUTION switch upward or downward to set it to the desired...
Page 277: Outside Rear View Mirrors
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Auto tilt away* OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS When the ignition key is removed, the steering column Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your moves forward away from the driver and also tilts up for vehicle in the mirror.
Page 278 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Power rear view mirror control CAUTION D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur, resulting in death or serious injuries. D Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch is on.
Page 279 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Vehicles with driving position memory system — The mirrors return to the previous position in the following operations. When the automatic transmission selector lever is shifted D Shift the transmission lever out of “R” position. into “R” position with the master switch in the “L” or “R” position, the rear view mirrors automatically down to help D Place the master switch in the neutral position.
Page 280: Inside Rear View Mirror
STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Folding rear view mirrors INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR To fold the rear view mirror, push backward. " Type A The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in restricted areas. CAUTION Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the driver and passenger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving.
Page 281 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your CAUTION vehicle in the mirror. Type A — Pushing the “AUTO” switch and “OFF” switch Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. change the mode between AUTO and DAY.
Page 282 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS To ensure correct functioning of an anti-glare mirror sensor located on the back side of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensor with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc. Type A Type B...
Page 283 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Compass (type B only) Push the “COMP” switch to turn the compass system on and off. If the ignition switch was turned off with the system on, the system will automatically turn back on when the ignition switch is turned on.
Page 284 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Displays Directions North Northeast East Southeast South Southwest West Northwest D The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions: subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel tower, between D The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
Page 285 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS " Compass sensor NOTICE Do not put magnets or a metal object on or near the inside rear view mirror of the vehicle. Doing this may cause malfunction of the compass sensor in the mirror.
Page 286 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Calibrating the compass (deviation calibration) The direction display on the compass deviates from the true direction determined by the earth’s magnetic field. The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle. To adjust this deviation, stop the vehicle, then push and hold the “COMP”...
Page 287 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Leaving the system after the calibration for several seconds, Calibrating the compass (circling calibration) the direction will appear on the display. It shows the zone number is set. CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
Page 288 STEERING WHEEL AND MIRRORS Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Lexus. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, replaced or disconnected. D Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields (underground parking, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof parking, near a crossing,...
Page 289: Section 2 - Air Conditioning And Audio
SECTION – AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO Air conditioning Automatic air conditioning controls ........... . 271 vehicles equipped with...
Page 290 AIR CONDITIONING AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS " You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Multi-display light control” on page 105 for details.
Page 291 AIR CONDITIONING The automatic air conditioning automatically maintains The ignition key must be in the “ON” position. the set temperature. In the automatic operation mode, the air conditioning selects the most suitable fan speed, air flow, air intake and on-off the air conditioning according to the temperature.
Page 292 AIR CONDITIONING Driver side temperature display (in degrees “OFF” button Fahrenheit or Centigrade) Air intake control button Air flow display “A/C” button Fan speed display Fan speed control button Passenger side temperature display (in degrees “MODE”(air flow control) button Fahrenheit or Centigrade) “DUAL”...
Page 293 AIR CONDITIONING " Air flow selection...
Page 294 AIR CONDITIONING (a) Climate control When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while operating in automatic mode, the operation corresponding to SETTING OPERATION — automatic control the depressed button is set. Other conditions continue to be adjusted automatically. Push the “OFF”...
Page 295 AIR CONDITIONING INFORMATION D This automatic control has additional function as described below, when the “AUTO” button is pushed. The fan speed is stopped for a little while until warm air preparation, when outside temperature is cold like a winter season in the “Floor”, “Bi-level” or “Floor/Windshield”...
Page 296 AIR CONDITIONING D The “Floor/Windshield” air flow mode may be applied automatically, if the outside temperature is lowered down to below 0 _ C (32 _ F). This is not malfunction. The “Floor/Windshield” air flow mode turns on the defogging and defrosting function with the purpose of cleaning your front view for safe driving.
Page 297 AIR CONDITIONING If quick heating or cooling is desired — “LO” appears when you hold it until maximum cooling (decrease), and “HI” appears when you hold it until maximum warning (increase). “TEMP” button — Changes the temperature on the driver and passenger sides simultaneously or the driver side only.
Page 298 AIR CONDITIONING D Linked mode: The same temperature is set for the driver’s “DUAL” button — seat and front passenger’s seat. The indicator light will turn This switch is used to set the temperatures independently for off to show that the simultaneous temperature setting mode the driver’s seat and front passenger seat.
Page 299 AIR CONDITIONING INFORMATION Knowledge for the two-temperature selector operation This air conditioning system has two independent temperature selectors: left and right (for the use of driver and front passenger respectively). D There are cases where the temperature of the airflow may not accurately correlate on the driver and front passenger side according to circumstances, even if the left and right temperature selectors are set at the...
Page 300 AIR CONDITIONING SETTING OPERATION — manual control When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while operating in automatic mode, the operation corresponding to the depressed button is set. Other conditions continue to be adjusted automatically. If manual air flow selection is desired — The outlets from which air is delivered can be selected manually by pushing the button.
Page 301 AIR CONDITIONING Floor — Air flows mainly from the floor vents and rear If manual fan speed control is desired — vents. Floor/windshield — Air flows mainly from the floor vents, windshield vents and rear vents. Take in the fresh air with selecting the OUTSIDE AIR mode by the air intake control button.
Page 302 AIR CONDITIONING If manual switching of air intake is desired — To prevent fogging up of the windshield, the air intake mode may change automatically to the OUTSIDE AIR mode depending on the condition of the air conditioning system. For example, when the ambient temperature is low, the air intake mode may change automatically to the OUTSIDE AIR mode.
Page 303 AIR CONDITIONING If the engine coolant temperature becomes extremely high, the (b) Windshield defogging and defrosting air conditioning may shut off automatically to resolve emergency situation for engine cooling. This is not a malfunction. When the engine coolant temperature is lowered, the air conditioning comes on automatically.
Page 304 AIR CONDITIONING This button allows the air intake to select the OUTSIDE AIR (c) Operating tips mode automatically. This is to clean up the front view more D To cool off your Lexus after it has been parked in the hot sun, quickly.
Page 305 AIR CONDITIONING D If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in Heating windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air For best results, set controls to: intake be temporarily set to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will close off the outside passage and prevent For automatic operation —...
Page 306 AIR CONDITIONING Fan speed — To the desired fan speed Temperature — Towards low temperature Air intake — OUTSIDE AIR Air flow — PANEL Air conditioning — ON D For quick cooling, select RECIRCULATED AIR for a few Ventilation minutes. For best results, set controls to: For automatic operation —...
Page 307 AIR CONDITIONING For manual operation — Fan speed — To the desired fan speed Temperature — Towards high temperature to heat; low temperature to cool Air intake — OUTSIDE AIR Air flow — WINDSHIELD When the windshield air flow button is pushed, air flows mainly —...
Page 308 AIR CONDITIONING When the windshield air flow button is pushed, air flows mainly This button allows the air intake to select OUTSIDE AIR mode from the windshield vents and turns on the defrosting function automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. with the purpose of clearing the front view.
Page 309 AIR CONDITIONING (d) Side vents and rear vents If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents and rear vents. The side vents and rear vents may be opened or closed as shown. When outside temperature is cold like a winter season, air flow temperature from the side vents and rear vents may not be warmed up enough for a while until that the engine coolant temperature becomes high enough.
Page 310 AIR CONDITIONING (e) Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter is behind the glove box. The air conditioning filter may clog after long use. The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air conditioner and The air conditioning filter information label is placed in the heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, glove box as shown and indicates that a filter has been...
Page 311 AIR CONDITIONING 1. Open the glove box. Remove the 2 pins installed on the 3. Remove the filter from the filter case. upper part of the glove box and lower the glove box. 4. Inspect the filter on the surface. If it is the just moderately dusty, it may be cleaned by blowing compressed air from the reverse surface.
Page 312 AIR CONDITIONING INFORMATION The air conditioning filter should be installed properly in position. The use of air conditioning with the filter removed cause deteriorated dustproof performance then affect conditioning performance.
Page 313 SECTION – AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO Audio Audio system (type A) ............. . 295 Audio system (type B) .
Page 314: Audio
AUDIO AUDIO SYSTEM (type A) Quick reference for your audio system " You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page 104 for details.
Page 315 AUDIO Radio mode: Scan tuning Program type (See page 305 for details.) (See page 306 for details.) CD mode: Scan selection Traffic announcement (See page 313 for details.) (See page 307 for details.) Ejecting a compact disc Radio data system (See page 311 for details.) (See page 306 for details.) Compact disc slot...
Page 316 AUDIO Using your audio system: some basics Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system.
Page 317 AUDIO (a) Turning the system on and off Push the “MUTE” button to decrease the volume momentarily. Push this knob to turn the audio system on and off. Turn To return to its original volume, push the same button again. this knob to adjust the volume.
Page 318 AUDIO With rear seat entertainment system — You can play a DVD or CD by pushing the “DISC” button when a disc is loaded in the DVD player. Each time you push the “DISC” button, you change between “CD” mode on the front audio system and the DVD player.
Page 319 AUDIO Adjusting the sound balance and selecting the listening seat position is also important for good an audio sound. Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the sound balance or listening seat position will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another.
Page 320 AUDIO Automatic sound levelizer: When the audio sound becomes difficult to be heard due to road noise, wind noise, etc. during driving, the system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to the noise level. While the automatic sound levelizer is on, “ASL”...
Page 321 AUDIO NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is removed before driving your vehicle through an automatic car wash. Wire antenna: The wire antenna is mounted inside the back door window. NOTICE D When cleaning the inside of the back door window, be careful not to scratch or damage the wire antennas or connectors.
Page 322 AUDIO (e) Your compact disc player When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label face up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label face is down.) The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc.
Page 323 AUDIO (b) Presetting a station Turn this knob to the right to step up the frequency or to the left to step down. 1. Tune in the desired station. Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a 2. Push one of the station selector buttons (1 — 6) and stereo broadcast is received.
Page 324 AUDIO (c) Selecting a station Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods. To scan all the frequencies: Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will find the next station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again.
Page 325 AUDIO (d) RDS (Radio Data System) TYPE (Program type): When you push the “TYPE” button while receiving an RDS station, the current program type appears on the display. Each time you push the “TYPE” button, the program type changes as in the following: D ROCK D EASY LIS (Easy listening) D CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and jazz)
Page 326 AUDIO TRAF (Traffic) function: A station that regularly Radio text message: broadcasts traffic information is automatically located. When you push the “TRAF” button, “RDS” and “TRAF SEEK” appear on the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program station. If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO”...
Page 327 AUDIO To recall a radio text message, push the “TEXT” button. Each Cassette tape player operation time you push the button, the available message will be (a) Playing a cassette tape displayed beginning with the newest one. If there is no radio text message in memory and when no message is received, “NO MESSAGE”...
Page 328 AUDIO (b) Manual program selection If a cassette is already in the slot, push the “TAPE” button. A " Dolbyr Noise Reduction* feature: If you are listening to a “Program” button: Push the “ ” button to select the tape that was recorded with Dolbyr Noise Reduction*, push other side of a cassette tape.
Page 329 AUDIO (c) Automatic program selection “Automatic program selection” button: The automatic program selection feature allows you to program your cassette “RPT” button: The repeat feature automatically replays the player to skip forward or backward to locate the song you want current program.
Page 330 AUDIO Push this button on the “ ” side to skip backward. Push the Compact disc player operation button until “REW” and the number you want to skip appear on (a) Inserting or ejecting compact discs the display. The ignition switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. D If you set “REW 1”, the player will rewind to the beginning of the current program.
Page 331 AUDIO (b) Playing a compact disc D Ejecting a compact disc: Push the “ ” (eject) button for the compact disc. Push the “DISC” button if the disc is already loaded in the player. “CD” appears on the display. The discs set in the player are played continuously. The track number and the time from the beginning of the program appear on the display.
Page 332 AUDIO (c) Searching for a desired track (d) Selecting a desired track Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “SCAN” will appear on the “TRACK” button: Use for direct access to a desired track. display. The compact disc player will play the next track for 10 Push either side of the “TRACK”...
Page 333 AUDIO (e) Repeating a track (f) Random playing “RPT” button: The repeat feature automatically replays the “RAND” button: Use for listening to the tracks on a compact current program. disc in random order. Push the “RPT” button briefly while the track is playing. Push the “RAND”...
Page 334 AUDIO (g) Compact disc text When you push this button until you hear a beep or play no operation for about 6 seconds with the letters after the 13th one on the display, the display returns and shows the first 12 letters. Even if the CD title or music title is longer than 24 letters, the display can show up to 24 letters.
Page 335: Audio System (Type B)
AUDIO AUDIO SYSTEM (type B) Quick reference for your audio system " You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page 104 for details. If a Mark Levinson brand audio system is installed, the “Mark Levinson” logo is shown on the panel.
Page 336 AUDIO Radio mode: Scan tuning Compact disc load button (See page 327 for details.) (See page 333 for details.) CD mode: Scan selection Program type (See page 337 for details.) (See page 328 for details.) Ejecting a compact disc Traffic announcement (See page 333 for details.) (See page 329 for details.) Compact disc slot...
Page 337 AUDIO Using your audio system: some basics Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system.
Page 338 AUDIO (a) Turning the system on and off Push the “AM”, “FM”, “TAPE” or “DISC” button to turn on that mode. The selected mode turns on directly. Push this knob to turn the audio system on and off. Turn Push these buttons if you want to switch from one mode to this knob to adjust the volume.
Page 339 AUDIO With rear seat entertainment system — You can play a DVD or CD by pushing the “DISC” button when a disc is loaded in the DVD player. Each time you push the “DISC” button, you change between “CD” mode on the front audio system and the DVD player.
Page 340 AUDIO Automatic sound levelizer: When the audio sound becomes difficult to be heard due to road noise, wind noise, etc. during driving, the system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to the noise level. While the automatic sound levelizer is on, “ASL”...
Page 341 AUDIO NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is removed before driving your vehicle through an automatic car wash. Wire antenna: The wire antenna is mounted inside the back door window.
Page 342 AUDIO NOTICE D When cleaning the inside of the back door window, be careful not to scratch or damage the wire antennas or connectors. D Putting a window tint (especially, conductive or metallic type) on the quarter windows may affect the reception of radio or mobile telephone.
Page 343 AUDIO (e) Your compact disc player with changer When you set discs into the player, make sure their labels face up. If not, the player will display “ERROR 1” and the disc number. Your compact disc player with changer can store up to 6 discs and play selected discs or continuously play all the discs set in the player.
Page 344 AUDIO NOTICE D Do not stack up two discs for insertion, or it will cause damage to the compact disc changer. Insert only one compact disc into slot at a time. D Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player.
Page 345 AUDIO (b) Presetting a station Turn this knob to the right to step up the frequency or to the left to step down. 1. Tune in the desired station. Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a 2. Push one of the station selector buttons (1 — 6) and stereo broadcast is received.
Page 346 AUDIO (c) Selecting a station Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods. To scan all the frequencies: Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will find the next station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again.
Page 347 AUDIO (d) RDS (Radio Data System) TYPE (Program type): When you push the “TYPE” button while receiving an RDS station, the current program type appears on the display. Each time you push the “TYPE” button, the program type changes as in the following: D ROCK D EASY LIS (Easy listening) D CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and jazz)
Page 348 AUDIO TRAF (Traffic) function: A station that regularly Radio text message: broadcasts traffic information is automatically located. When you push the “TRAF” button, “RDS” and “TRAF SEEK” appear on the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program station. If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO”...
Page 349 AUDIO To recall a radio text message, push the “TEXT” button. Each Cassette tape player operation time you push the button, the available message will be (a) Playing a cassette tape displayed beginning with the newest one. If there is no radio text message in memory and when no message is received, “NO MESSAGE”...
Page 350 AUDIO (b) Manual program selection If a cassette is already in the slot, push the “TAPE” button. A " Dolbyr Noise Reduction* feature: If you are listening to a “Program” button: Push the “ ” button to select the tape that was recorded with Dolbyr Noise Reduction*, push other side of a cassette tape.
Page 351 AUDIO (c) Automatic program selection “Automatic program selection” button: The automatic program selection feature allows you to program your cassette “RPT” button: The repeat feature automatically replays the player to skip forward or backward to locate the song you want current program.
Page 352 AUDIO Push this button on the “ ” side to skip backward. Push the Compact disc player operation button until “REW” and the number you want to skip appear on (a) Inserting or ejecting compact discs the display. The ignition switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position. D If you set “REW 1”, the player will rewind to the beginning of the current program.
Page 353 AUDIO 2. Insert only one disc while the CD door is open. The umber indicators at both ends of the slot start blinking and “WAIT” appears on the display. After the blinking indicators You can set a disc at the lowest empty disc number. change to green and stay on, and “WAIT”...
Page 354 AUDIO NOTICE Do not insert one disc stacked on top of another one or feed them in continuously, to prevent discs from getting stuck in the player.
Page 355 AUDIO (b) Playing a compact disc D Ejecting a single disc alone: 1. Push the “ ” or “ ” button to display the disc number Push the “DISC” button if the discs are already loaded in you want to eject. the player.
Page 356 AUDIO (c) Selecting a desired disc (d) Searching for a desired track or disc Searching for a desired disc: Searching for a desired track: Push the “ ” or “ ” button to select the disc number. Push the “SCAN” button briefly. “SCAN” will appear on the display.
Page 357 AUDIO Searching for a desired disc: (e) Selecting a desired track Push the “SCAN” button until you hear a beep. With “ ” on the display, the program at the beginning of each disc will be played for 10 seconds. To continue listening to the program of your choice, push the button a second time.
Page 358 AUDIO (f) Repeating a track or a disc (g) Random playing “RPT” button: There are 2 repeat features — you can either “RAND” button: There are 2 random features — you can replay a disc track or a whole compact disc. either listen to the tracks on all the compact discs in the player in random order, or only listen to the tracks on a specific Repeating a track: Push the “RPT”...
Page 359 AUDIO Random playing for all the tracks in the automatic (h) Compact disc text changer: Push the “RAND” button and hold it until you hear a beep. “ ” will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the automatic changer in random order.
Page 360 AUDIO When you push this button until you hear a beep or play no (i) If the player malfunctions operation for about 6 seconds with the letters after the 13th one If the player or another unit equipped with the player on the display, the display returns and shows the first 12 letters.
Page 361: Audio Remote Controls (Steering Switches)
AUDIO AUDIO REMOTE CONTROLS “ ” switches: Use these switches to adjust the volume. (steering switches) To increase the volume, push the “+”. To decrease the volume, push the “–”. The volume continues to increase or decrease while the switch is being pressed. (a) When the radio mode is selected “...
Page 362: Rear Seat Entertainment System
AUDIO (c) When the “CD” mode is selected REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT “ ” or “ ” switch: Use this switch to select a desired track. SYSTEM Push this switch briefly, to select a desired track. With a compact disc changer only — “...
Page 363 AUDIO " Front audio system (a) Display Headphone volume control dial Headphone input jack DVD player Rear seat entertainment system display Rear seat entertainment system controller Input terminal adapter Power outlet Power outlet main switch To use the display, push the lock release button and lower the display until you hear a click.
Page 364 AUDIO The illumination of the screen is automatically turned off when the display is closed. However, the rear seat entertainment system is not turned off. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, close the display when it is not in use.
Page 365 AUDIO Rear seat entertainment system controller CAUTION The rear seat entertainment system can be operated with Do not disassemble or modify the controller. It may the rear seat entertainment system controller and the cause an accident, fire or electric shock. switches on the DVD player.
Page 366 AUDIO (a) Before using the controller (for new vehicle owners) 2. Remove the insulating sheet. A battery is already set in the controller with an insulating sheet, which prevents the battery from being discharged. Before using the controller, remove the insulating sheet according to the following procedure.
Page 367 AUDIO (b) Using the controller CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop while driving, stow the controller in the console box or front seatback pocket when it is not in use. To use the rear seat entertainment system controller, direct the signal output portion of the controller to the signal reception portion of the rear seat entertainment...
Page 368 AUDIO NOTICE Observe the followings, otherwise the controller may be damaged. D Do not drop or strongly knock the controller against hard objects. D Do not sit on or place heavy objects on the controller. D Do not leave the controller exposed to high temperatures (such as on the instrument panel) for a long time, otherwise the controller may be damaged.
Page 369 AUDIO (c) Locating the controller FCC Information Caution: changes modifications construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Label Information 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 interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference...
Page 370 AUDIO Quick reference for your remote controller...
Page 371 AUDIO “DVD” button: Turn on the DVD mode. “SET UP” button: Indicate the initial set up screen when the DVD player is operated. “SOURCE” button: Turn on the rear seat entertainment system and selects the mode. “ANGLE” button: Select the angle of the screen when the DVD player is operated.
Page 372 AUDIO Buttons on the DVD player unit “TUNE/TRACK” switch: Use this switch to tune or seek (radio mode), fast forward or rewind (“TAPE” mode), select a desired track (“CD” mode) or select a desired chapter/track (“DVD” mode). Radio mode: Use this switch to tune or seek. D To tune, repeatedly push this switch briefly until your desired station is found.
Page 373 AUDIO CD or DVD mode: Use this switch to fast forward/rewind a disc “CURSOR” switch: Push this switch to display the DVD or select a desired track (“CD” mode)/chapter·track (“DVD” control switches. mode). Joy stick and “ENT” switch: Use this joy stick to select D To select a desired track (“CD”...
Page 374 AUDIO Using your audio system: some basics You can enjoy videos and sound when your personal audio system is connected to the input terminal adapter. For details, The following instructions are for the rear passengers. refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. Please let the rear passengers read and follow the You can enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with instructions when the rear passengers use the rear seat...
Page 375 AUDIO CAUTION D Do not drive with using the headphone. Otherwise, you may be hard to hear the sound from the outside while using the headphone and may cause an accident. D With DVD player: Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at a low volume to emphasize the impact of sound effects.
Page 376 AUDIO Turning the system on and off To turn off the system, push the “OFF” button. When the front audio system is turned off, the rear audio " Controller buttons DVD player unit system and the DVD player will be turned off simultaneously. To turn on the system, push the “SOURCE”...
Page 377 AUDIO Front audio system operation Selecting the mode All the modes of the front audio system can be operated on the rear seat entertainment system. When the same mode is selected on the front and rear audio systems simultaneously, the system can be operated on the front audio system.
Page 378 AUDIO " Screen switch Controller button Radio operation DVD player unit (a) Listening to the radio Use the joy stick to select the mode. Push the “ENT” button to enter the mode. The mode display which is selected by the joy stick is colored blue.
Page 379 AUDIO Using joy stick and the “ENT” button to select either AM or FM (b) Selecting a station mode. Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods. “AM”, “FM1” or “FM2” appears on the screen. If the front audio system receives a traffic announcement (TA) while the rear seat audio system is in the radio mode, “TRAF”...
Page 380 AUDIO Manual tuning: Quickly push and release the “ ” or “ ” Cassette tape player operation (TUNE/TRACK) button. Each time you push the button, the (a) Playing a cassette tape radio will step up or down to another frequency. If you push and hold the button, and the radio will go into the seek mode.
Page 381 AUDIO (b) Manual program selection " Controller button DVD player unit " “Rewind” button: Push the “ ” (TUNE/TRACK) button to Controller button DVD player unit rewind a tape. “REW” appears on the display. “Program” button: Push the “ ” or “ ”...
Page 382 AUDIO (c) Automatic program selection Push the “ ” (TUNE/TRACK) button to skip backward. Push the button until “REW” and the number you want to skip appear on the display. D If you set “REW 1”, the player will rewind to the beginning of the current program.
Page 383 AUDIO Compact disc player operation (b) Selecting a desired disc (a) Playing a compact disc " Controller button DVD player unit Searching for a desired disc: Push the “ ” and “ ” Using joy stick and the “ENT” button to select the compact (DISC/CH/PROG) button to select the disc number.
Page 384 AUDIO (c) Selecting a desired track Replacing controller battery For replacement, use 3 AAA batteries. CAUTION Special care should be taken that small children do not swallow the removed battery or components. " Controller button DVD player unit To select a desired track: Push the “ ”...
Page 385 AUDIO NOTICE D When replacing the battery, be careful not to lose the components. D Replace only with the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by a Lexus dealer. D Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
Page 386 AUDIO 1. Remove the cover of the controller as shown. Replace the battery according to the following procedure: 2. Remove the discharged batteries and put in new batteries as shown. Install the cover. NOTICE D Be sure that the positive side of the controller battery is facing correctly.
Page 387 AUDIO After replacing the battery, check that the controller operates DVD player operation properly. If the controller still does not operate properly, contact The DVD player can play audio CDs, DVD video discs, CD your Lexus dealer. texts, dts-CDs, DVD audio discs and video CDs. For appropriate discs for this player, see “Car audio/video system operating hints”...
Page 388 AUDIO (a) Inserting the disc The “DISC” indicator light turns on while the disc is loaded. The player will play the track or chapter, and it will play from the Insert the disc into the slot with the label side up. beginning of the track or chapter again after it reaches the end.
Page 389 AUDIO 8 cm (3 in.) compact disc singles Your compact disc player does not need an adaptor to play compact disc singles. Compact disc singles are about 8 cm (3 in.) in diameter-smaller than standard discs. NOTICE Do not use an adaptor for compact disc singles — it could cause tracking errors or interfere with the ejection of compact discs.
Page 390 AUDIO (b) Ejecting the disc (c) Selecting the DVD mode " Controller button Mode selection screen Push the “ ” (eject) button. To select the DVD mode, push the “DVD” button on the controller. You can also select the DVD mode on the mode selection screen mentioned above.
Page 391 AUDIO (d) DVD player operation switches The “DVD Hint!” screen appears when the DVD mode is first selected after you turn the ignition key to the “ACC” The DVD player can be operated with the controller or “ON” position. buttons directly. Push the “OK”...
Page 392 AUDIO The player can also be operated with the switches on the screen. To operate the switches on the screen, select the switch by the joy stick and push the “ENT” button. You cannot select the switches on the screen by touching them directly. When the switch is selected by the joy stick, the outline of the switch changes to blue.
Page 393 AUDIO (e) Turning the operation switches on and off " Controller button DVD player unit To turn on the operation switches, push the “CURSOR” button on the controller.
Page 394 AUDIO " Top page (DVD video operation switch) Second page (DVD video operation switch) Top page (DVD audio operation switch) Second page (DVD audio operation switch) Top page (video CD) Second page (video CD)
Page 395 AUDIO There are operation switches on the “Top Page” and “Second Page” screens. To change the screen, push the “Top Page” or “Second Page” switch on the screen. If “ ” appears on the screen when you select a switch, it indicates that the switch cannot work.
Page 396 AUDIO " Screen switch Controller button DVD player unit To turn off the switches on the screen, push the “CURSOR” button once again or push the “Hide Keys” on the screen.
Page 397 AUDIO DVD video/DVD audio player operation CAUTION NOTE: The playback condition of some DVD discs may be Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at a determined by a DVD software producer. This DVD player low volume to emphasize the impact of sound effects. plays a disc as the software producer intended.
Page 398 AUDIO " (a) Turning the menu screen for the disc on or off For DVD video For DVD audio Controller button DVD video: To turn on the menu screen for the disc, push the “Top Menu” or “Menu” switch on the screen, or the “MENU”...
Page 399 AUDIO (b) Operating “ ”, “"”, “AA” “""” switches/buttons " Selecting switch on screen Selecting switch off screen To select the menu for the disc, push the “ ”, “ ”, “ ” or “ ” switches on the screen. Push the “Enter” switch to select the menu for the disc.
Page 400 AUDIO " For DVD video For DVD audio (c) Skipping to the predetermined screen Controller button “ ” switch/button: Push this switch/button to pause the disc. “"” switch/button: Push this switch/button to cancel the pause and return to normal playing. “AA”...
Page 401 AUDIO To skip to the predetermined screen, push the “Return” (d) Selecting the title/group switch on the screen or the “RETURN” button on the controller. The DVD player starts playing from the beginning of the predetermined screen. For further details of the predetermined screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc.
Page 402 AUDIO To display the searching title (DVD video) or group (DVD audio) screen, push the “Search” switch on the screen or the “SEARCH” button on the controller. " For DVD video For DVD audio DVD video: Select the title number by using the “-”, “+” and “+10”...
Page 403 AUDIO (e) Selecting the bonus group (DVD audio only) (f) Changing the still picture (DVD audio only) Enter the bonus group number on the searching group Push the “Still Prev.” or “Still Next” switch on the screen screen and push the “Enter” switch on the screen. The to forward or reverse the still pictures.
Page 404 AUDIO (g) Changing the subtitle language Push the “Sub Title” switch on the screen or the “SUB TITLE” button on the controller, and the changing subtitle language screen will appear. Each time you push the “Sub Title” switch, another language stored on the disc is selected. To turn off the subtitles, push the “Hide”...
Page 405 AUDIO (h) Changing audio language Each time you push the “Audio” switch, another language stored on the disc is selected. " Controller button Screen switch The selected audio language will appear on the screen. DVD video only — Push the “Back” switch to return to the previous screen. Push the “Audio”...
Page 406 AUDIO (i) Changing audio format Each time you touch “Audio” switch, another audio format stored on the disc is selected. " Controller button Screen switch Push the “Back” switch to return to the previous screen. DVD audio only — Push the “Audio” switch on the screen or the “AUDIO” button on the controller and the changing audio format screen will appear.
Page 407 AUDIO (j) Changing angle screen Push the “Angle” switch on the screen or the “ANGLE” button on the controller, and the changing angle screen will appear. The angle can be selected for discs that are multi-angle compatible when the “ ”...
Page 408 AUDIO (k) Changing the initial setting Push the “Set Up” switch on the screen or the “SET UP” button on the controller, and the initial setting screen will appear. You can change the initial setting. After the setting is done, the player plays from the beginning of the chapter or the track.
Page 409 AUDIO (l) Changing the audio language To enter the code of the language you want to hear, push the number of the language code. For details about the language Push the “Audio Lang.” switch on the “Setup Menu 1” codes, see the language code list. If you enter a wrong screen and the “Select Audio Language”...
Page 410 AUDIO (m) Changing the subtitle language To enter the code of the language you want to read, push the number of the language code. For details about the language Push the “Subtitle Lang.” switch on the “Setup Menu 1” codes, see the language code list. If you enter a wrong screen and the “Select Subtitle Lang.”...
Page 411 AUDIO (n) Changing the DVD language To enter the code of the language you want to read, push the number of the language code. For details about the language Push the “DVD Language” switch on the “Setup Menu 1” codes, see the language code list. If you enter a wrong screen and “Select DVD Language”...
Page 412 AUDIO (o) Turning the angle mark on or off (p) Setting level of viewer restrictions The angle mark can be turned on for discs that are You can restrict the play back screen by setting the viewer multi-angle compatible. restrictions. You can prevent the restriction with a password.
Page 413 AUDIO Push the number for the password and the “Enter” switch. The Push a parental level (1 — 8). The smaller the level number, “Select Restriction Level” screen will appear. the stricter the age limit. Push the “Back” switch to return to the “Setup Menu 1”...
Page 414 AUDIO (q) Setting the display mode (r) Language code list Each time you push the “Display Mode” switch on the “Setup Menu 2” screen, the display mode is changed from wide mode to auto mode. Code Language 1001 Japanese 0514 English 0618 French...
Page 415 AUDIO 1821 Russian 1115 Korean 0512 Greek 0101 Afar 0102 Abkhazian 0106 Afrikaans 0113 Amharic 0118 Arabic 0119 Assamese 0125 Aymara 0126 Azerbaijani 0201 Bashkir 0205 Byelorussian 0207 Bulgarian 0208 Bihari 0209 Bislama 0214 Bengali 0215 Tibetan 0218 Breton 0301 Catalan 0315 Corsican...
Page 416 AUDIO 0319 Czech 0325 Welsh 0401 Danish 0426 Bhutani 0515 Esperanto 0520 Estonian 0521 Basque 0601 Persian 0609 Finnish 0610 Fiji 0615 Faroese 0625 Frisian 0701 Irish 0704 Scots-Gaelic 0712 Galician 0714 Guarani 0721 Gujarati 0801 Hausa 0809 Hindi 0818 Croatian 0821 Hungarian...
Page 417 AUDIO 0825 Armenian 0901 Interlingua 0905 Interlingue 0911 Inupiak 0914 Indonesian 0919 Icelandic 0923 Hebrew 1009 Yiddish 1023 Javanese 1101 Georgian 1111 Kazakh 1112 Greenlandic 1113 Cambodian 1114 Kannada 1119 Kashmiri 1121 Kurdish 1125 Kirghiz 1201 Latin 1214 Lingala 1215 Laothian 1220 Lithuanian...
Page 418 AUDIO 1222 Latvian 1307 Malagasy 1309 Maori 1311 Macedonian 1312 Malayalam 1314 Mongolian 1315 Moldavian 1318 Marathi 1319 Malay 1320 Maltese 1325 Burmese 1401 Nauru 1405 Nepali 1415 Norwegian 1503 Occitan 1513 (Afan) Oromo 1518 Oriya 1601 Punjabi 1612 Polish 1619 Pashto, Pushto 1721...
Page 419 AUDIO 1813 Rhaeto-Romance 1814 Kirundi 1815 Romanian 1823 Kinyarwanda 1901 Sanskrit 1904 Sindhi 1907 Sangho 1908 Serbo-Croatian 1909 Sinhalese 1911 Slovak 1912 Slovenian 1913 Samoan 1914 Shona 1915 Somali 1917 Albanian 1918 Serbian 1919 Siswati 1920 Sesotho 1921 Sundanese 1923 Swahili 2001 Tamil...
Page 420 AUDIO 2005 Telugu 2007 Tajik 2008 Thai 2009 Tigrinya 2011 Turkmen 2012 Tagalog 2014 Setswana 2015 Tonga 2018 Turkish 2019 Tsonga 2020 Tatar 2023 2111 Ukrainian 2118 Urdu 2126 Uzbek 2209 Vietnamese 2215 Volapük 2315 Wolof 2408 Xhosa 2515 Yoruba 2621 Zulu...
Page 421 AUDIO (s) Selecting the chapter/track (t) Using the control screen " " Controller button DVD player unit For DVD video For DVD audio To select the chapter/track, push the “ ” or “ ” When playing a disc, push the “DVD” button on the (TUNE/TRACK) button on the controller until the number controller.
Page 422 AUDIO “RAND” switch (DVD audio only): Push the “RAND” switch. (u) Error messages The player will play the tracks on the disc in random order. To If the player malfunctions, your audio system will display one turn off the random feature, push this switch again. of the three following error messages.
Page 423 AUDIO Video CD/audio CD/CD text player operation (a) Selecting the disc menu number (video CD only) Enter the disc menu number by using the “-”, “+” and “+10” switches and push the “Enter” switch. The player starts playing the disc from the entered disc menu number. The entered disc menu number will appear on the screen.
Page 424 AUDIO (b) Operating the “ ”, “"”, “AA” and “""” switches (c) Turning on the disc menu (video CD only) " " Controller button Screen switch Controller button Screen switch Push the “RETURN” button on the controller or the “ ”...
Page 425 AUDIO (d) Changing menu page or track (video CD only) (e) Changing a multiplex transmission (video CD only) Push the “D. Menu Next” or “D. Menu Prev.” switch while Push the “Main/Sub” switch to change a multiplex the disc menu is displayed. The next or previous page will transmission.
Page 426 AUDIO (f) Changing the initial setting (video CD only) (g) Using the control screen " Controller button Screen switch Push the “SET UP” button on the controller or the “Set Up” switch on the screen, and the initial setting screen will appear.
Page 427 AUDIO When playing a disc, push the “DVD” button on the (h) Error messages controller. The control screen will appear on the screen. If the player malfunctions, your audio system will display one CD text only — The disc title and track title will appear on the of the three following error messages.
Page 428 AUDIO Screen adjustment You can adjust the color, contrast, tone and brightness of the screen. Each time you push the “+” or “-” switch, you can adjust the color, contrast, tone and brightness of the screen. Push the “DISPLAY” button on the controller and then the “Display”...
Page 429 AUDIO After adjusting the screen, push the “OK” switch to return to the Selecting the video mode previous screen. The audio machine connected to the input terminal adapter can be played in the video mode. To select the video mode, push the “VIDEO” button on the controller .
Page 430 AUDIO DVD video disc information Marks shown on DVD video discs: (a) DVD player and DVD video discs This DVD player conforms to NTSC color TV formats. DVD Indicates NTSC format of color TV. video discs conforming to other formats such as PAL or SECAM cannot be used.
Page 431 AUDIO (b) DVD video disc glossary Multi-angle feature: You can enjoy the same scene at different angles. DVD video discs: Digital Versatile Disc that holds video. DVD video discs have adopted “MPEG2”, one of the world Multi-language feature: You can select the language of the standards of digital compression technologies.
Page 432 AUDIO Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Input terminal adapter “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and “ ” are trademarks of Dolby The rear entertainment system plays videos and sound when Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. your audio system is connected to the input terminal adapter. E1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories.
Page 433 AUDIO NOTICE Close the input terminal adapter lid when the input terminal adapter is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the adapter may cause electrical failure or short circuit.
Page 434 AUDIO Power outlet (115 VAC) " Main switch To use the power outlet, push the main switch on the This power outlet is designed for use as a power supply instrument panel. for the audio device connected to the input terminal adapter.
Page 435 AUDIO D Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the outlet may cause electrical failure or short circuit. The power outlet is not designed for the following electric Headphone input jacks appliances even though their power consumption is under 115 VAC/100W.
Page 436 AUDIO CAUTION Adjust the volume when you connect the headphones to the jack. Loud sounds may have a significant impact on the human body. To adjust the volume of the headphones, turn the dial. Left side dial: Turn it upward to increase the volume, turn it downward to decrease the volume.
Page 437: Car Audio/Video System Operating Hints
AUDIO CAR AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEM OPERATING HINTS NOTICE To ensure correct audio/video system operation: D Be careful not to spill beverages over the system. D Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or Compact Disc into the slot. D Do not put anything other than a DVD video, DVD audio, video CD, dts-CD and audio CD into the DVD player.
Page 438 AUDIO Radio reception Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is Fading and drifting stations — Generally, the effective range a problem with your radio — it is just the normal result of of FM is about 40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you conditions outside the vehicle.
Page 439 AUDIO Use high-quality cassettes. D Low-quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, Fading — AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere - especially at night. These reflected signals can including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and interfere with those received directly from the radio station, constant auto-reversing.
Page 440 AUDIO Caring for your compact disc player, DVD player and discs CAUTION D Extremely high temperatures can keep your compact disc player and DVD player from working. On hot days, use the Compact disc players and DVD players use an invisible air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you use laser beam which could cause hazardous radiation the players.
Page 441 AUDIO Compact disc player DVD player Audio CDs DVD video discs DVD audio discs D Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your compact disc player. Video CDs Copy-protected CD CD-R (CD-Recordable) CD-R W (CD-Re-writable) CD-ROM SACD...
Page 442 AUDIO D Use only discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your DVD player. SACD Copy-protected CD CD-R (CD-Recordable) CD-R W (CD-Re-writable) CD-ROM DVD-R DVD+R DVD-R W DVD+RW DVD-ROM " Special shaped discs DVD-RAM "...
Page 443 AUDIO " Labeled discs NOTICE To prevent damage to the player or changer, do not use special shaped, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations.
Page 444 AUDIO " Correct " Wrong To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth that has been dampened with water. Wipe in a straight line D Handle compact discs carefully, especially when you are from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with inserting them.
Page 445 SECTION – STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Three-way catalytic converter ............Engine exhaust caution .
Page 446: Three-Way Catalytic Converter
STARTING AND DRIVING THREE-W AY CATALYTIC CAUTION CONVERTER D Keep people and combustible materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot. D Do not drive, idle or park your vehicle over anything that might burn easily such as grass, leaves, paper or rags.
Page 447 STARTING AND DRIVING NOTICE A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three-way catalytic converter may cause it to overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this and other damage, observe the following precautions: D Use only unleaded gasoline. D Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level;...
Page 448 STARTING AND DRIVING D If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle in for a check-up as soon as possible. Remember, your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle and its three-way catalytic converter system best. D To ensure that the three-way catalytic converter and the entire emission control system operate properly, your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Lexus Maintenance Schedule.
Page 449: Engine Exhaust Caution
STARTING AND DRIVING ENGINE EXHAUST CAUTION CAUTION D Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. It contains carbon monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless gas. It can cause unconsciousness or even death. D Make sure the exhaust system has no holes or loose connections.
Page 450 STARTING AND DRIVING D To allow proper operation of your vehicle’s ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in front of the windshield clear snow, leaves, other obstructions. D If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open and the back door closed. Have the cause immediately located and corrected.
Page 451: Before Starting The Engine
STARTING AND DRIVING BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE IGNITION SWITCH WITH STEERING LOCK 1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion height, seat cushion angle, head restraint height and steering wheel angle.
Page 452 STARTING AND DRIVING “ACC” — Accessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is off. If you leave the key in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and open the driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key. “LOCK”...
Page 453: Parking Brake
STARTING AND DRIVING PARKING BRAKE CAUTION Before driving, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake reminder light is off. To set: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot.
Page 454: How To Start The Engine
STARTING AND DRIVING HOW TO START THE ENGINE Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in Before cranking “Before cranking”. 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Normal starting procedure 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in your engine automatically controls the 3.
Page 455 STARTING AND DRIVING If the engine stalls... If the engine will not start... Simply restart it, using the correct procedure given in normal See “If your vehicle will not start” on page 550. starting. NOTICE D Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.
Page 456: Automatic Transmission (Standard Type)
STARTING AND DRIVING " The shift position is displayed on the instrument AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION cluster. (standard type) P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to R: Reverse position minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P”...
Page 457 STARTING AND DRIVING Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in (a) Normal driving the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Using engine braking (c) Using the “3”, “2” and “L” positions (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) If you cannot shift the selector lever (h) Driving in snow mode "...
Page 458 STARTING AND DRIVING 3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting. In normal cruising, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift up to the most suitable gear. On inclines, declines or winding roads, etc., the vehicle shifts up and down automatically according to the running conditions to obtain the suitable driving power and engine braking.
Page 459 STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Using engine braking Vehicle with the dynamic laser cruise control — When the cruise control is being used in the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, even if you downshift from “D” to “4”, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled.
Page 460 STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using the “3”, “2” and “L” positions CAUTION The “3”, “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. as described previously. The abrupt change in engine speed could cause the With the selector lever in “3”, “2”...
Page 461 STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position. " Brake pedal “R” (Reverse) position NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. Vehicles with driving position memory system —...
Page 462 STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Parking CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. " Brake pedal Parking brake pedal “P” (Park) position 1.
Page 463 STARTING AND DRIVING D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine (f) Good driving practice braking and electrical charging performance, do not use D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between overdrive. fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the “4”...
Page 464 STARTING AND DRIVING (g) If you cannot shift the selector lever (h) Driving in snow mode If you cannot shift the selector lever even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever”...
Page 465: Automatic Transmission (Multi-Mode Type)
STARTING AND DRIVING " The shift position or shift range position is displayed AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION on the instrument cluster. (multi-mode type) P: Parking, engine starting and key removal position Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to R: Reverse position minimize the possibility of incorrect operation.
Page 466 STARTING AND DRIVING Correct use of the automatic transmission is explained in (a) Normal driving the following parts. (a) Normal driving (b) Driving in “S” mode (c) Using engine braking (d) Backing up (e) Parking (f) Good driving practice (g) If you cannot shift the selector lever (h) Driving in snow mode "...
Page 467 STARTING AND DRIVING 3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting. In normal cruising, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift up to the most suitable gear. On inclines, declines or winding roads, etc., the vehicle shifts up and down automatically according to the running conditions to obtain the suitable driving power and engine braking.
Page 468 STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Driving in “S” mode " Shift range position indicator The shift range position is displayed on the instrument cluster. " Upshifting Downshifting D Shift range positions “S” mode position Shift range position indicator “5” (fifth range): The most suitable gear is automatically selected between first and overdrive (fifth) gears according You can change the shift range position in the “S”...
Page 469 STARTING AND DRIVING D Maximum allowable speeds “3” (third range): The most suitable gear is automatically selected between first and third gears according to vehicle To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum speed and driving conditions. This range is best used when acceleration may be necessary.
Page 470 STARTING AND DRIVING (c) Using engine braking Vehicles with the cruise control — When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from “D” or “5” (fifth range) to “4” (fourth range), engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled.
Page 471 STARTING AND DRIVING D Shift into the “2” (second range) position. The transmission CAUTION will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed is or becomes lower than 83 km/h (52 mph) and more powerful Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. engine braking than that of the “3”...
Page 472 STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position. " Brake pedal “R” (Reverse) position NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving. Vehicles with driving position memory system —...
Page 473 STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Parking CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” under any circumstances while the vehicle is moving. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. " Brake pedal Parking brake pedal “P” (Park) position 1.
Page 474 STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between fourth and overdrive gears when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever into the “S” position. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the “D” position after climbing the slope. D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging performance, do not use overdrive (fifth) gear.
Page 475 STARTING AND DRIVING (g) If you cannot shift the selector lever (h) Driving in snow mode If you cannot shift the selector lever even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever”...
Page 476: Rear View Monitor System
STARTING AND DRIVING REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM CAUTION The rear view monitor system assists the driver by D Never depend on the rear view monitor system displaying an image of the rear of the vehicle while entirely when backing up. Always make sure your backing up.
Page 477 STARTING AND DRIVING AREA DISPLAYED ON SCREEN D If the camera lens becomes dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. If water droplets, snow, or mud adhere Image is displayed approximately level on screen. to the lens, rinse with water and wipe with a soft cloth. If the lens is extremely dirty, wash it with a mild cleanser and rinse.
Page 478 STARTING AND DRIVING D The area covered by the camera is limited. Objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper cannot be seen on the screen. D The area displayed on the screen may vary according to vehicle orientation or road conditions.
Page 479 STARTING AND DRIVING THE REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM CAMERA Check surroundings for safety. If a bright light (for example, sunlight reflected off the vehicle body) is picked up by the camera, the smear effect* peculiar to The rear view monitor system camera is located on the back the camera may occur.
Page 480: Cruise Control
STARTING AND DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL (a) Turning the system on The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down a gradient, within the limits of engine performance.
Page 481 STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Setting operation Cancelling the preset speed You can cancel the preset speed by either of the following: a. Pulling the control lever in the “CANCEL” direction. b. Depressing the brake pedal. If the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will be automatically cancelled.
Page 482 STARTING AND DRIVING Resetting to a slower speed Resuming the preset speed Press the control lever downward in the “- SET” direction and If the preset speed is cancelled by pulling the control lever or hold it. Release the lever when the desired speed is attained. by depressing the brake pedal, pushing the lever up in the While the lever is held downward, the vehicle speed will “+ RES”...
Page 483: Dynamic Laser Cruise Control
STARTING AND DRIVING Cruise control failure warning DYNAMIC LASER CRUISE CONTROL If the “CRUISE” indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes when using the cruise control, push the main switch to turn the Dynamic laser cruise control allows you to drive at a system off and then push it again to turn it on.
Page 484 STARTING AND DRIVING Dynamic laser cruise control mode " Cruise control switch Distance switch " Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode Display Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode “NORM.” indicator light (conventional cruise control mode indicator light) The dynamic laser cruise control function has two cruise “CRUISE”...
Page 485 STARTING AND DRIVING For the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, see Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode “Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode” on page 466. For The laser radar sensor in this system primarily detects the the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, see reflectors of the vehicle ahead of you to determine the “Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode”...
Page 486 STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Dynamic laser cruise control operations The dynamic laser cruise control function operates automatically and depending on whether a vehicle is detected ahead may change the speed of your vehicle as follows. If no vehicle is running ahead of you — Cruising at a fixed speed: If there is no vehicle detected ahead, your cruising speed is maintained at the preset speed from about 45 km/h (28 mph) to about 135 km/h (85...
Page 487 STARTING AND DRIVING If a vehicle is detected ahead of you — Acceleration cruising function: If the vehicle ahead changes lanes, your vehicle cruising speed will be Deceleration cruising function: If a slower moving gradually increased up to the preset speed, and your vehicle is detected ahead of you, your vehicle cruising vehicle resumes fixed-speed cruising.
Page 488 STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION CAUTION To avoid accidents, always keep the laser radar sensor Do not rely excessively on dynamic laser cruise control. glass clean and never allow it to be covered with icicle Observe the following precautions in order to avoid or any substance, so it can detect the vehicle in front.
Page 489 STARTING AND DRIVING D Deceleration On slippery road surfaces (icy or snow-covered road cruising function approach surfaces), the tires will race and you will be unable to warning do not operate when the vehicle ahead is at control the vehicle. a stop or driving very slowly.
Page 490 STARTING AND DRIVING Dynamic laser cruise control should not be used in D If other vehicles are driving outside of the laser radar circumstances which are inappropriate for any cruise control, such as entering free way on-ramps or off-ramps. detection range, a delay in the detection of the vehicle cutting in at short range or failure to detect a motorcycle running on the side of the same lane will CAUTION...
Page 491 STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Turning the system on CAUTION To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control, keep the “ON-OFF” button off when not using the dynamic laser cruise control. (c) Setting the desired speed To operate dynamic laser cruise control, press the “ON-OFF” button.
Page 492 STARTING AND DRIVING Bring your vehicle to the desired speed, push the lever down (d) Cancelling the preset speed in the “- SET” direction and release it. This sets the vehicle at You can cancel the preset speed by doing any of the following: that speed.
Page 493 STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Resetting to a faster speed (f) Resetting to a slower speed Push the lever up in the “+ RES” direction and hold it. The Push the lever down in the “- SET” direction and hold it. The displayed speed will increase in increments of 5 mph (for the displayed speed will decrease in increments of 5 mph (for U.S.A.) or 5 km/h (for Canada).
Page 494 STARTING AND DRIVING With automatic transmission (multi-mode type) — (h) Changing vehicle-to-vehicle distance Even if you downshift the transmission from “D” or “5” (fifth range) to the “4” (fourth range) in the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, engine braking will not be enabled because this mode is not cancelled.
Page 495 STARTING AND DRIVING The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is always set to LONG when (i) Braking control the ignition switch is turned on. Select the vehicle-to-vehicle distance considering traffic conditions. The approximate vehicle-to-vehicle distance based on time interval when driving at 88 km/h (55 mph) is shown below: LONG .
Page 496 STARTING AND DRIVING (j) Approach warning CAUTION While you are cruising in the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, if the vehicle ahead decelerates abruptly or if Braking control will not ensure that your vehicle will another vehicle cuts in ahead of you, inadequate braking will reduce speed appropriately.
Page 497 STARTING AND DRIVING (k) Laser radar sensor CAUTION To ensure that dynamic laser cruise control will function properly while driving, observe the following: D Always keep the laser radar sensor glass clean. When cleaning, use a soft cloth and be careful not to damage the sensor.
Page 498 STARTING AND DRIVING (l) Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode failure If “E1” appears on the display, the system cannot easily warning measure the vehicle-to-vehicle distance because of a dirty laser radar sensor glass while the dynamic laser cruise control is on. If this code appears, clean the sensor glass with a soft cloth and try setting the preset speed again.
Page 499 STARTING AND DRIVING If “E2” appears on the display, the system cannot easily If “E3” appears on the display, a system malfunction has measure the vehicle-to-vehicle distance because of the been detected. following conditions: If this code appears, stop your vehicle in a safe place, turn the D The wipers are operating at high or low speeds ignition off, and then restart it to reset the system.
Page 500 STARTING AND DRIVING Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control D Do not use the conventional (fixed speed) mode in mode the following conditions, or serious injury or death could result: This mode allows you to cruise at a desired speed over about 45 km/h (28 mph) with your foot off the accelerator To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, pedal.
Page 501 STARTING AND DRIVING (a) Turning the system on CAUTION To avoid accidentally engaging cruise control, keep the “ON-OFF” button off when not using dynamic laser cruise control. To operate conventional cruise control mode, press the “ON-OFF” button. This turns the system on. The “CRUISE” and “READY”...
Page 502 STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Setting the desired speed You cannot set a desired speed if the master warning light comes on, the alarm sounds and the display indicates the warning code “E3”. If this code appears on the display, see “(g) Conventional cruise control mode failure warning”...
Page 503 STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Resetting to a faster speed With automatic transmission (standard type) — Even if you downshift from “D” to “4” in the conventional cruise Push the lever up in the “+ RES” direction and hold it. Release control mode, engine braking will not be enabled because this the lever when the desired speed is attained.
Page 504: Electronically Modulated Air Suspension
STARTING AND DRIVING (g) Conventional cruise control mode failure warning ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED If there is trouble in the conventional cruise control mode, the AIR SUSPENSION “CRUISE” indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes, the master warning light comes on and the alarm sounds, the warning code “E3”...
Page 505 STARTING AND DRIVING This electronically modulated air suspension allows the (a) Vehicle height modes driver to control the vehicle’s height in order to adjust for driving conditions. Select your desired height among the Vehicle’s height mm (in.) “HI” (high), “N” (normal) and “LO” (low) modes with the height select switch.
Page 506 STARTING AND DRIVING Vehicle’s height mm (in.) CAUTION “HI” The “HI” mode should be used for severe off-road +30 (1.2) driving conditions only. As the vehicle’s center of gravity is higher in this setting, the vehicle may become unstable when turning abruptly, resulting in an “N”...
Page 507 STARTING AND DRIVING Vehicle’s height mm (in.) Vehicle’s height mm (in.) “N” “N” -7.0 (0.3) “LO” “LO” -15 (0.6) -15 (0.6) Vehicle speed Vehicle speed Easy access km/h (mph) km/h (mph) -30 (1.2 in.) (50) (62) " “LO” (low) mode "...
Page 508 STARTING AND DRIVING In the following cases, vehicle height is changed to “N” CAUTION (normal) mode height automatically. D Vehicle speed exceeds approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). D When the engine is stopped in easy access mode, vehicle height is changed quickly. Be careful not to D The engine is restarted and the easy access mode is get your head, hands or other parts of your body canceled.
Page 509 STARTING AND DRIVING D The engine is running. (b) Automatic leveling function D The height control “OFF” indicator light is off. Regardless of the number of occupants or the luggage load, vehicle height in any mode is always adjusted D The vehicle is within the speed limitations. Refer to the automatically to a fixed height.
Page 510 STARTING AND DRIVING In the following cases, the electronically modulated air suspension will not operate. D The underbody of the vehicle has touched the surface of the road. D The area around the suspension is covered with ice. The indicator lights change as follows when the electronically modulated air suspension will not operate.
Page 511 STARTING AND DRIVING D Selecting the “N” mode Even if the engine stops while the vehicle’s height is being lowered, the operation continues for up to one minute. To change “HI” to “N” mode: Push the height select switch D Selecting the “LO” mode on the “B”...
Page 512 STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION D Before you lower the vehicle’s height with the height select switch, check under the vehicle to make sure nothing that could damage the vehicle or no one who could be injured is there and that the underbody of the vehicle does not touch the ground.
Page 513 STARTING AND DRIVING (d) Selecting the easy access mode When the vehicle’s speed exceeds approximately 12 km/h (8 mph) in the easy access mode, the “N” (normal) mode is automatically selected. The “N” indicator light blinks while the vehicle height changes. When the vehicle’s height reaches the “N”...
Page 514 STARTING AND DRIVING To change easy access mode to “HI” mode: Push the height select switch on the “Y” (higher) side for three times. The “LO”, “N” or “HI” indicator light blinks while the vehicle’s height changes. When the vehicle’s height reaches the “LO”, “N”...
Page 515 STARTING AND DRIVING (e) Turning off the electronically modulated air When the vehicle’s speed exceeds 30 km/h (19 mph), the height control “OFF” indicator light goes out and the suspension electronically modulated suspension turns automatically. CAUTION D If you drive through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the firmness of the bottom of the river bed then put the vehicle height into “HI”...
Page 516 STARTING AND DRIVING (f) Height control failure warning D If your vehicle gets ditched, turn off the electronically modulated air suspension with the height control switch. Otherwise, the automatic leveling function may cause the vehicle height to change, possibly resulting in further damage to the vehicle. D When disconnecting a trailer, put the vehicle height in the “LO”...
Page 517 STARTING AND DRIVING In the following cases, there is a problem somewhere in the (g) Operating noise of the electronically electronically modulated air suspension, in which case the “N” modulated air suspension mode is automatically selected. Although there is no problem You may hear an operating noise in the following cases.
Page 518: Traction Control System (Two-Wheel Drive Models)
STARTING AND DRIVING (h) Parking and stopping tips TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM If you immediately stop the engine to park the vehicle after (two-wheel drive models) off-road driving, the vehicle height is lowered slightly as the The traction control system automatically helps prevent vehicle becomes cool.
Page 519 STARTING AND DRIVING Normal driving mode When the traction control system is operating, the following conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the front wheels. At this time, the slip indicator light blinks. D You may feel vibration or noise in your vehicle, caused by operation of the brakes.
Page 520 STARTING AND DRIVING Traction control off mode “TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. It will come on again when you push the “TRAC OFF” switch to turn off the system. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: D The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
Page 521 STARTING AND DRIVING “VSC” warning light In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: D The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
Page 522: Traction Control System (Four-Wheel Drive Models)
STARTING AND DRIVING TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM Normal driving mode (four-wheel drive modes) The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of 4 wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.
Page 523 STARTING AND DRIVING When the traction control system is operating, the following “VSC” warning light conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the 4 wheels. At this time, the slip indicator light blinks. D You may feel vibration or noise in your vehicle, caused by operation of the brakes.
Page 524: Vehicle Stability Control System
STARTING AND DRIVING In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL D The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is SYSTEM turned to “ON”. The vehicle stability control system helps provide D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned comprehensive control of the systems such as anti-lock to “ON”.
Page 525 STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION D Do not rely excessively on the vehicle stability control system. Even if the vehicle stability control system is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driving will result in an unexpected accident. If the slip indicator light blinks, sounding an alarm, special care should be taken while driving.
Page 526 STARTING AND DRIVING “VSC” warning light In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: D The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
Page 527: Brake System
STARTING AND DRIVING BRAKE SYSTEM Brake booster The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power-assist the The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic brakes. If the engine should quit while you are driving, you can system with two separate sub-systems. If either sub-system bring the vehicle to a stop with normal pedal pressure.
Page 528 STARTING AND DRIVING Anti-lock brake system When the anti-lock brake system is activated, the following conditions may occur. They do not indicate a The anti-lock brake system is designed to help prevent malfunction of the system: lock-up of the wheels during a sudden braking or braking D You may hear the anti-lock brake system operating and feel on slippery road surfaces.
Page 529 STARTING AND DRIVING “ABS” warning light Anti-lock brake system is not designed to shorten the stopping distance: Always drive at a moderate speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Compared with vehicles without an anti-lock brake system, your vehicle may require a longer stopping distance in the following cases: D Driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered roads.
Page 530 STARTING AND DRIVING If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates Drum-in-disc type parking brake system a malfunction somewhere in the components monitored Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake soon as possible to service the vehicle.
Page 531: Tire Pressure Warning System
STARTING AND DRIVING Brake assist system TIRE PRESSURE WARNING SYSTEM If you slam the brakes on such as in an emergency or apply the brakes more firmly than usual such as when The tire pressure warning system is designed to provide descending the hill with the designated number of warning when tire inflation pressure is critically low while occupants in the vehicle, the brake assist system...
Page 532: Tire Pressure Warning System Reset Switch
STARTING AND DRIVING Low tire pressure warning light If you have a flat tire, replace it with the spare tire. For details, see “If you have a flat tire” on page 556. D If the warning light blinks every 0.5 seconds: The low tire pressure warning system may be malfunctioning.
Page 533 STARTING AND DRIVING D The tread wear is very different among the installed tires. Tire pressure warning system reset switch D Rapid acceleration/deceleration or sharp turns is continue. D Towing a trailer. D The loading is over the limit or imbalanced. D Initialization was not performed correctly after replacing or rotating tires or wheels.
Page 534: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
STARTING AND DRIVING 4. With the vehicle stopped, push the reset switch on the left BRAKE PAD WEAR LIMIT lower instrument panel and hold it until the low tire pressure INDICATORS warning light blinks three times. Initialization is completed after driving at the speeds of 30 km/h (19 mph) or over for about a few hours total, when the tire pressure warning system detects the normal tire pressure.
Page 535 STARTING AND DRIVING...
Page 536: Starting And Driving
SECTION – STARTING AND DRIVING Driving tips Off-road vehicle precautions ............Break-in period .
Page 537: Driving Tips
DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD VEHICLE CAUTION PRECAUTIONS Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle: D In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Page 538: Break-In Period
DRIVING TIPS BREAK-IN PERIOD D When driving off-road or in rugged terrain, do not drive at excessive speeds, jump, make sharp turns, Drive gently and avoid high speeds. strike objects, etc. This may cause loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You You need not follow a break-in schedule with your new Lexus.
Page 539: Operation In Foreign Countries
DRIVING TIPS OPERATION IN FOREIGN TIPS FOR DRIVING IN VARIOUS COUNTRIES CONDITIONS D Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. This will allow you If you plan to drive your Lexus in another country... much better control. First, comply with the vehicle registration laws. D Drive slowly onto curbs and, if possible, at a right angle.
Page 540 DRIVING TIPS CAUTION D Before driving off, make sure the parking brake is fully released and that the parking brake reminder light is off. D Do not leave your vehicle unattended while the engine is running. D Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. It can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy.
Page 541: Height Control Switch
DRIVING TIPS D Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive over 140 km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle has high-speed capability tires. Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury.
Page 542: Off-Road Driving Precautions
DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD DRIVING For owners in U.S. mainland, Hawaii and Puerto Rico: To obtain additional information pertaining to driving your PRECAUTIONS vehicle off-road, consult the following organizations. When driving your vehicle off-road, please observe the D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments following precautions to ensure your driving enjoyment and to D State Motor Vehicle Bureau help prevent the closure of areas to off-road vehicles.
Page 543 DRIVING TIPS D After driving through tall grass, mud, rock, sand, rivers, etc., check that there is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stone, sand, etc. adhering or trapped on the underbody. Clear off any such matter from the underbody. If the vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody, a breakdown or fire could occur.
Page 544 DRIVING TIPS NOTICE D If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firmness. Drive slowly and avoid deep water. D Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the engine or other components does not occur.
Page 545: Winter Driving Tips
WINTER DRIVING TIPS Make sure your coolant is properly protected against freezing. Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non- silicate, non- amine, non- nitrite, and non- borate coolant with long- life hybrid organic acid technology.
Page 546 DRIVING TIPS Use a washer fluid containing an antifreeze solution. This product is available at your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water. NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle’s paint.
Page 547: Dinghy Towing
DRIVING TIPS Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility DINGHY TOWING it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into “P” and block the rear wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze the parking brake, making it hard to release.
Page 548: Trailer Towing
DRIVING TIPS TRAILER TOWING CAUTION Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension: carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on When disconnecting a trailer, put the vehicle height in handling, performance, braking, durability and driving the “LO”...
Page 549 DRIVING TIPS NOTICE When towing a trailer, be sure to consult your Lexus dealer further information additional requirements such as a towing kit, etc.
Page 550 DRIVING TIPS Weight limits CAUTION Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross D The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load load) must not exceed the following. Exceeding this are all within the limits.
Page 551 DRIVING TIPS D The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the Certification Label. The gross vehicle weight is the sum weight of the unloaded vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch and trailer tongue load. It also includes the weight of any special equipment installed on your vehicle.
Page 552 DRIVING TIPS Tow hitch receiver Hitches D If you wish to install a trailer hitch, your Lexus dealer should be consulted. D Use only a hitch which is recommended by Lexus dealer and conforms to the total trailer weight requirement. D Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
Page 553 DRIVING TIPS NOTICE D Install the trailer hitch using only the position recommended by your Lexus dealer. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage. D Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires.
Page 554 DRIVING TIPS Trailer ball Follow these easy steps to properly determine the correct trailer ball for your application: 1. Determine the correct trailer ball size for the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size. The sizes you will most likely find stamped on the coupler are: Trailer class Typical Trailer Ball Size 2 5/16 in.
Page 555 DRIVING TIPS 3. When mounted in the ball mount, the threaded ball shank must protrude beyond the bottom of the lock washer and nut at least 2 threads. The trailer ball shank must be matched to the ball mount hole diameter size. NOTICE Only use a ball mount attachment specified for the Lexus RX330.
Page 556 DRIVING TIPS Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height No matter which class of tow hitch applies, for a safe trailer hookup, the trailer ball setup on must be the proper height for the coupler on the trailer. " Coupler Trailer ball...
Page 557 DRIVING TIPS Brakes and safety chains Tires D Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that conform to D Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. Adjust any applicable federal and state/provincial regulations. the tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated below: D A safety chain must always be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer.
Page 558 DRIVING TIPS Trailer lights Maintenance D If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. For this information, please refer to the scheduled maintenance information in the “Owner’s Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance”. D Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately 1000 km (600 miles) of trailer driving.
Page 559 DRIVING TIPS Disconnecting a trailer (models with Pre-towing safety check electronically modulated air suspension) D Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle has an Stop your vehicle and trailer so they are in line and perform the abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition, and check for following: improper tongue load, overload, worn suspension or other...
Page 560 DRIVING TIPS D Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. Trailer towing tips D Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. The trailer could hit When towing a trailer, your vehicle will handle differently your vehicle in a tight turn. Slow down before making a turn than when not towing.
Page 561 DRIVING TIPS D Because of the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s When restarting out after parking on a slope: engine may overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 1. With the transmission in “P” position, start the engine. Be 30_C [85_F]) when going up a long or steep grade with a sure to keep the brake pedal depressed.
Page 562: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
DRIVING TIPS HOW TO SAVE FUEL AND MAKE CAUTION YOUR VEHICLE LAST LONGER D Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing Improving fuel economy is easy — just take it easy. It will help speed limit, whichever is lower. Because instability make your vehicle last longer, too.
Page 563 DRIVING TIPS D Avoid engine over-revving. Use a gear position suitable D Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in top shape. A dirty air for the road on which you are traveling. cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc.
Page 564: Vehicle Load Limits
DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOAD LIMITS Seating capacity: Total 5 (Front 2, Rear 3) Seating capacity means the maximum number of Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating occupants whose weight is supposed to be 68 kg (150 capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. Follow lb.) per person.
Page 565: Cargo And Luggage
DRIVING TIPS CARGO AND LUGGAGE D Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. designed Stowage precautions passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened. When stowing cargo and luggage in or on the Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer vehicle, observe the following: serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden...
Page 566 DRIVING TIPS Capacity and distribution 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the manual to determine how this reduces the available occupants.
Page 567 DRIVING TIPS Example on your vehicle As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo and luggage load equaling the combined weight of occupants who got on later must be reduced. In other words, if the increase in the number of occupants causes the excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you have...
Page 568: In Case Of An Emergency
SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your engine stalls while driving ........... . . If your vehicle will not start .
Page 569: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOUR ENGINE STALLS WHILE IF YOUR VEHICLE WILL NOT DRIVING START If your engine stalls while driving... (a) Simple checks 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move Before making these checks, make sure you have followed the cautiously off the road to a safe place.
Page 570 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle. It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts. Also the three-way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard. If the engine turns over at its normal speed but will not (b) Starting a flooded engine start —...
Page 571 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (c) Jump starting D If you should accidentally get acid on yourself or in your eyes, remove any contaminated clothing and Before jump starting, remove the engine compartment flush the affected area with water immediately. Then cover.
Page 572 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories. 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster battery.
Page 573: If You Cannot Increase The Engine Speed
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU CANNOT INCREASE THE CAUTION ENGINE SPEED When making the connections, to avoid serious injury, If the engine speed does not increase with the accelerator do not lean over the battery or accidentally let the pedal depressed down, there may be a problem somewhere jumper cables or clamps touch anything except the in your electronic throttle control system.
Page 574: If Your Vehicle Overheats
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS B: If no steam is coming from your engine: Leave the engine running and turn off the air conditioning. If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates Check the following. overheating, if you experience a loss of power, or if you D Is the cooling fan operating? hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine has probably overheated.
Page 575: If You Have A Flat Tire
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE CAUTION 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight When jacking, be sure to observe the following line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place to reduce the possibility of personal injury: —...
Page 576 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D Make sure to set the jack properly in the jack point. Raising vehicle with jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury. D Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone.
Page 577 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE Do not continue driving with a deflated tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair.
Page 578 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Access to spare tire To get the required tools: Pull up the front deck board. " Jack Adapter socket (for removing a spare tire) Wrench Towing eyelet Jack handle Tool bag Spare tire 1. Get the tool, jack, wrench, adapter socket (for removing a spare tire) and spare tire.
Page 579 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY When closing the board, replace the supporting rod To remove the tool bag, unhook the tightening strap. also in its original position as shown. To store the tool bag, make sure it is securely held by the tightening strap.
Page 580 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY " Joint To remove the spare tire: When removing the jack, turn the joint by hand Remove the inside spare tire cover by turning it in the “contract” direction until the jack is free. counterclockwise. When storing, turn the joint by hand in the If it is difficult to remove the inside spare tire cover, “expand”...
Page 581 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In the luggage compartment, open the right side Put the adapter socket (for removing a spare tire) auxiliary box by pushing the button. You will find on the spare tire clamp bolt. the spare tire clamp bolt on the right side of the auxiliary box.
Page 582 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Pull out the spare tire and stand it up against the 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire bumper. to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear wheels.
Page 583 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 4. Position the jack at the jack points as shown. Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid vehicle.
Page 584 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 5. After making sure no one is in the vehicle, raise 6. Remove the wheel nuts and remove the flat tire. it high enough so that the spare tire can be Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside. installed.
Page 585 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Before putting on the wheel, remove any corrosion 7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tight. on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Align the holes in the wheel with the bolts. Then lift Installation of wheels without good metal-to-metal up the wheel and get at least the top bolt started contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts...
Page 586 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY CAUTION D When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground. D Have the wheel nuts tightened with torque wrench to 103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf), as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Page 587 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 9. After changing the wheel, check the air pressure Do not forget to reinstall the tire valve cap as dirt and of the replaced tire. moisture could get into the valve core and possibly cause air leakage. If the cap is missing, put a new If the pressure of the replaced tire is low, drive slowly one on as soon as possible.
Page 588: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE D Ensure that there is no object caught between tire vehicle underbody. Otherwise, the wheel may fly forward during a collision or sudden braking. D Tighten the spare tire clamp bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by the hook securely.
Page 589 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE f you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other parts. D Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is completely shifted to forward or reverse gear.
Page 590: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOUR VEHICLE NEEDS TO BE TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the TOWED state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done ground must be in good condition.
Page 591 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (a) Towing with a wheel lift type truck Release the parking brake. D From front " Two-wheel drive models NOTICE When lifting wheels, take care to ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle.
Page 592 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. " Four-wheel drive models NOTICE Never tow from the front with rear wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission.
Page 593 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D From rear Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. NOTICE Never tow from the rear with front wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission.
Page 594 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (b) Using a flat bed truck " " Front Rear If your Lexus is transported by a flat bed, it should be tied D Tie down points down at locations A and B as shown above.
Page 595 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY " Rear emergency towing eyelets NOTICE Do not use the rear emergency towing eyelets.
Page 596 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D Tie down angle (c) Towing with a sling type truck If you use chains or wires to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded black must be at 45_. NOTICE Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front or rear.
Page 597 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (d) Emergency towing If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable or chain secured to one of the emergency towing eyelets on the front of the vehicle. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Page 598 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE D Only use specified towing eyelet; otherwise your vehicle may be damaged. D Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transmission. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the CAUTION brakes.
Page 599 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelet provided. Before towing, release the parking brake and put the Emergency towing eyelet precautions: transmission in “N”.
Page 600 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (e) Installing front towing eyelet D Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible. D Keep away from the vehicle during towing. Tips for towing a stuck vehicle: The following methods are effective to use when your vehicle is stuck in the mud, sand or other condition from which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own power.
Page 601 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 2. Use the front towing eyelet in the luggage compartment. 3. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely by a wheel nut Secure it to the hole on the bumper by turning clockwise. (For wrench. the eyelet location, see page 559.) CAUTION When installing the eyelet on the vehicle, be sure to tighten the front eyelet securely.
Page 602: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER Push down the shift lock override button. You can shift out of “P” position only while pushing the button. Shift into “N” position. If you cannot shift the selector lever out of “P” position to Insert the cover.
Page 603: Lexus Link System
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY LEXUS LINK SYSTEM Safety information for the Lexus Link System Important!: Read this information before using the Lexus Link System. EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY SIGNALS The Lexus Link System to be installed in your vehicle a low power radio transmitter and receiver.
Page 604 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic Information for using the Lexus Link System evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. Over 120 The Lexus Link System is a subscription-based service. To scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, obtain any of the Lexus Link services you must have enrolled government health agencies, and industry reviewed the with the Lexus Link Call Center and have an active...
Page 605 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY To learn more about your subscription status or how to renew or extend your subscription, please push the “SERVICES” button and speak to the Lexus Link Advisor, or you may dial toll free 1-800-25 Lexus (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) and select the option for Lexus Link.
Page 606 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY When the ignition is turned to the “ON” position, the warning light (red) should come on for a few seconds, and go off. The indicator light (amber) comes on for a few seconds and the color of the indicator changes from amber to green.
Page 607 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In some cases, even if your subscription has expired, the green indicator light may come on. This is due to the time delay required to process the deactivation of your Lexus Link System. During this period, when you push the “SERVICES” button, your call will be forwarded to enrollment.
Page 608 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY When you push the “- VOL +” button on the “-” side The basic subscriber service package is available free of immediately followed by the “PLAY” button, you can hear an charge for the first year. explanation about the Lexus Link System.
Page 609 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Automatic notifications If the theft deterrent system on your vehicle is activated, the Lexus Link System on your vehicle will automatically call If an airbag deploys, an emergency signal is sent the Lexus Link Call Center. The Advisor will attempt to contact automatically to the Lexus Link Call Center.
Page 610 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE D Once the emergency button is pushed, an emergency call cannot be cancelled. D If your vehicle is in area where the GPS signal is weak or cannot be received the Lexus Link System, the color of the indicator light will change from green to amber.
Page 611 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Manual emergency calling If your vehicle is stolen, call the Lexus Link Call Center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987). Center will locate, track and provide location information to the appropriate police authority. To protect subscriber privacy, the Lexus Link Call Center will not provide the location of a vehicle to anyone other than a law enforcement authority.
Page 612 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE If your vehicle is in area where the GPS signal is weak or cannot be received the Lexus Link System, the color of the indicator light will change from green to amber. The system is not operated. This system is only operational in GPS and analog cellular coverage areas.
Page 613 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Other Services If any problem concerning the Lexus Link System occurs during driving, the system will announce “A Lexus Link System error has been detected. Please contact your Lexus dealer.” and the warning light will come on. If you hear this message, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
Page 614 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY D The Lexus Link subscription has expired. NOTICE Upon subscription expiration, all Lexus Link services (i.e. automatic notification, emergency call functions, service call functions) are deactivated.
Page 615 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Door Locking/unlocking by Lexus Link In case you are locked out, call the Lexus Link Call Center 1-800-25 Lexus (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987), a Lexus Link System Advisor can assist in unlocking your vehicle. The Lexus Link System will allow your vehicle to be locked and unlocked remotely.
Page 616 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Memo record At the start of recording, “Recording” will be announced. At the end of recording, you will hear “Recording complete”. If there are only 15 seconds left for recording, two chimes sound. If the recording memory is full, “Recording time exceeded”...
Page 617 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Lexus Link System indicator and warning When the green indicator light remains on, you have an active subscription. You can obtain any of the Lexus Link lights services. When the green indicator light starts flashing, the Lexus Link Call Center is connected.
Page 618 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Audible voice prompts The following table shows the voice responses from the Lexus Link System. Voice phrase: Explanation about Lexus Link System This is the Lexus Link system. Integrating In an emergency, press the emergency If you accidentally set off the alarm, press global positioning satellite and wireless services button on your Lexus Link...
Page 619 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Voice phrase Description Placing an emergency call Emergency call is placed. to Lexus Link Center Calling the Lexus Link Service call is placed. Center Lexus Link Call cancelled Service call is cancelled. Previous attempt to call the The attempt to call the Lexus Link Center was Lexus Link Center was...
Page 620 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Voice phrase Description Your Lexus Link You operated a Lexus Link subscription has expired. button despite an expired Services are not available. subscription. Your Lexus Link subscription has expired, push the “Services” button a second time to reactivate.
Page 621 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Lexus Link transceiver antenna Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the Lexus Link System and may violate FCC regulations. CAUTION Persons who use a medical appliance like a pacemaker should not touch or come in close contact with the antenna while the vehicle is ignition on.
Page 622: If You Lose Your Keys Or Lock Yourself Out
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS OR See the suggestion given in “Keys” on page 12. You can use the wireless remote control system with the new LOCK YOURSELF OUT key. Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information. You can purchase a new key at your Lexus dealer if you If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a can give them the key number and master key.
Page 623 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY NOTICE You must provide the Lexus Link operator with your Lexus Link PIN (Personal Identification Number) or personal security word, before they lock/unlock your vehicle. However, the Lexus Link System will not be able to lock or unlock your vehicle if it has been parked for 48 hours or more after the ignition is turned off.
Page 624 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY...
Page 625 SECTION MAINTENANCE Maintenance Maintenance requirements ............General maintenance .
Page 626: Maintenance Requirements
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS Scheduled maintenance The scheduled maintenance items listed in the “Owner’s Your Lexus vehicle has been designed to have fewer Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance” are those maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to required to be serviced at regular intervals. save both your time and money.
Page 627: General Maintenance
MAINTENANCE You can be confident that your Lexus dealer’s service GENERAL MAINTENANCE department performs the best job to meet the maintenance requirements of your vehicle. Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at the intervals specified. It is recommended that Your copy of the repair order is proof that all required any problem you notice be brought to the attention of your maintenance has been performed for warranty coverage.
Page 628 MAINTENANCE Battery Vehicle interior Check the battery condition by the indicator color. See page Items listed below should be checked regularly, e.g. while 691 for additional information. performing periodic services, cleaning the vehicle, etc. Brake fluid level Lights Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See page 653 for Make sure the headlight, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal additional information.
Page 629 MAINTENANCE Accelerator pedal Vehicle exterior Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort Items listed below should be performed from time to time, or catching. unless otherwise specified. Brake pedal Wheel nuts Check the pedal for smooth operation and the proper When checking the tires, make sure to check the nuts for clearance and free play.
Page 630 MAINTENANCE Tire inflation pressure DOES YOUR VEHICLE NEED REPAIRING? Check the pressure with a gauge every two weeks, or at least once a month and adjust as shown on the Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and tire and loading information label.
Page 631 MAINTENANCE EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND CAUTION MAINTENANCE (I/M) PROGRAMS Do not continue driving with the vehicle unchecked. It Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs could result in serious vehicle damage and possibly which include OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) checks. personal injury. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system.
Page 632 MAINTENANCE...
Page 633 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Introduction Vehicle identification ..............Theft prevention labels .
Page 634: Vehicle Identification
INTRODUCTION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This number is shown on the left top of the instrument panel and can be seen through the windshield from outside. On some models — This number is also stamped under the front passenger’s seat.
Page 635: Theft Prevention Labels
INTRODUCTION THEFT PREVENTION LABELS (U.S.A.ONLY) The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. Your new vehicle carries theft prevention labels which are approximately 47 mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles.
Page 636 INTRODUCTION NOTICE You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may violate certain state or federal laws.
Page 637 INTRODUCTION...
Page 638: Engine Compartment Overview
INTRODUCTION ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine oil filler cap Brake fluid reservoir Fuse box Battery Radiator Condenser Electric cooling fans Engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid tank...
Page 639 INTRODUCTION Removing the engine compartment cover 1. Push the core of the clips and remove the clips. Before jump starting or checking the power steering fluid, etc. in the engine compartment, remove the engine compartment covers as follows:...
Page 640 INTRODUCTION 2. Remove the covers. Be careful not to lose the removed plastic nuts and clips. After checking the items, install the engine compartment covers and insert the plastic nuts and clips in their original positions. When inserting the clips, do as shown above. NOTICE After installing the engine compartment covers, make sure the covers are securely in their original positions.
Page 641 INTRODUCTION DO-IT-YOURSELF SERVICE CAUTION PRECAUTIONS D When the engine is running, keep hands, clothing, If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive correct procedure given in this Section. belt.
Page 642 INTRODUCTION D Use eye protection whenever you work on or under your vehicle where you may be exposed to flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. D Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces.
Page 643 INTRODUCTION NOTICE D Remember that battery and ignition cables carry high currents or voltages. Be careful of accidentally causing a short circuit. D Before closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. D Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, or excessive engine wear could result.
Page 644: Parts And Tools
Checking the engine coolant level D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Parts (if level is low): Checking battery condition D “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, Tools: and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid D Warm water technology.
Page 645: Positioning The Jack
INTRODUCTION Checking and replacing the blade type fuses POSITIONING THE JACK Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Fuse with same amperage rating as original Checking the cartridge type fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent with same amperage rating as original Adding washer fluid Parts:...
Page 646 INTRODUCTION CAUTION When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury: D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack. Otherwise, personal injury may occur.
Page 647 INTRODUCTION D When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath the jack. D Vehicles with electronically modulated suspension: When jacking up, be sure to turn off the height control and stop the engine. Otherwise, the vehicle height may change in the automatic leveling function, resulting in an unexpected accident.
Page 648 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Engine Specifications ..............Fuel .
Page 649: Specifications
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS — GENERAL Model 3MZ-FE Type 6 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline Bore and stroke 83 mm (3.62 3.27 in.) Displacement 3311 cm (202.1 cu.in.) Valve clearance (engine cold) Intake 0.15 — 0.25 mm (0.006 — 0.010 in.) Exhaust 0.25 —...
Page 650 Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): 62Z005 Outside temperature NOTE: “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the above grade and viscosity. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Page 651 NOTE: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at factory fill. In order to avoid technical problems, only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
Page 652: Fuel
ENGINE FUEL At a minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada. Fuel type Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline. To help prevent gas station mixups, your Lexus has a smaller fuel tank opening.
Page 653 ENGINE Octane rating Quality gasoline Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or Automotive manufacturers in the U.S., Europe and Japan higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of have developed a specification for quality fuel named premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 World-W ide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended.
Page 654 ENGINE Oxygenates in gasoline Gasoline quality Lexus allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline In a very few cases, you may experience driveability problems where the oxygenate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% caused by the particular gasoline that you are using. If you MTBE.
Page 655: Fuel Pump Shut Off System
ENGINE FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SYSTEM FACTS ABOUT ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION The fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the engine to minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine Functions of engine oil stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision. To restart the engine after the fuel pump shut off system activates, turn the ignition Engine oil has the primary function of lubricating and cooling switch to “ACC”...
Page 656: Used Engine Oil
ENGINE The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the Importance of engine oil level check viscosity of the oil, the quality of the oil and the way the One of the most important points in proper vehicle vehicle is driven. maintenance is to keep the engine oil at the optimum level so More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high that oil function will not be impaired.
Page 657: Checking The Engine Oil Level
ENGINE CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL CAUTION D Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Page 658 ENGINE 4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level while holding a rag under the end. If it is between the low level mark ( ) and the full level mark ( ), it is O.K. " Add oil O.K.
Page 659 ENGINE Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil a little at a time, checking the dipstick. We recommend that you use a funnel when adding oil. The approximate quantity of oil needed to fill between the low level mark and the full level mark on the dipstick is indicated below for reference.
Page 660 ENGINE NOTICE D Be careful not to spill the engine oil on the vehicle components. D Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged. Check the oil level on the dipstick once again after adding the oil.
Page 661 ENGINE Engine oil selection Oil identification marks “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity. Oil grade: API grade SL “Energy-Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Page 662: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
ENGINE To ensure excellent lubrication performance for your engine, CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is available, which has been LEVEL specifically tested and approved for all Lexus engines. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details about “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
Page 663 Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high If you can find no leak, have your Lexus dealer test the radiator quality ethylene glycol based non- silicate, non- amine, cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.
Page 664: Checking The Radiator And Condenser
CONDENSER result in malfunction of your engine coolant system with proper usage. “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is formulated with If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure long- life hybrid organic acid technology and has been of their condition, take your vehicle to a Lexus dealer.
Page 665: Spark Plugs
ENGINE SPARK PLUGS Your engine is fitted with iridium-tipped spark plugs. NOTICE Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs and do not adjust gaps for your engine performance and smooth drivability.
Page 666 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Chassis Specifications ..............Checking brake fluid .
Page 667: Specifications
Below -18_C (0_F) SAE 80W or 80W-90 NOTE: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Page 668 CHASSIS NOTICE Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Page 669 CHASSIS — TRANSFER Oil capacity 0.9 L (1.0 qt., 0.8 Imp. qt.) Oil type Hypoid gear oil API GL-5 Recommended oil viscosity Above -18_C (0_F) SAE 90 Below -18_C (0_F) SAE 80W or 80W-90 — BRAKES Pedal clearance 80 mm (3.1 in.) Min. * Pedal free play 2 —...
Page 670 CHASSIS — TIRES AND WHEELS (type A) Tire size 225/65R17 101S Tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm or bar, 30 psi) pressure For sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in countries where such speeds are permitted by law, add 10 kPa (0.1 kgf/cm or bar, 1.5 psi) to the front tires and rear tires, but never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure...
Page 671 CHASSIS NOTE: For complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see “Checking tire inflation pressure” through “Aluminum wheel precautions” on pages 657 through 677.
Page 672: Checking Brake Fluid
CHASSIS CHECKING BRAKE FLUID CAUTION Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets in your hands or eyes, flush them with clean water immediately. If you still feel uncomfortable with your hands or eyes, go to the doctor.
Page 673 CHASSIS NOTICE If you spill some of the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from damaging the parts or paintwork.
Page 674: Checking Power Steering Fluid
CHASSIS CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID The power steering fluid reservoir is located under the engine compartment cover. Before checking the power steering fluid, remove the cover. (For details, see “Removing the engine compartment cover” on page 620.) " If cold O.K. If cold add If hot O.K.
Page 675 CHASSIS CAUTION The reservoir may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself. NOTICE Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be damaged.
Page 676: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
CHASSIS CHECKING TIRE INFLATION The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the combined weight of occupants PRESSURE and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are described on pages 651 and 712. They are also described on the tire and loading information label as shown.
Page 677 CHASSIS Inspection and adjustment procedure If the gauge and the air pump are not available, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. CAUTION Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage.
Page 678 CHASSIS CAUTION Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following conditions may occur and cause an accident resulting in death or serious injuries. Low tire pressure (underinflation) — D Excessive wear D Uneven wear D Poor handling D Possibility of blowouts from overheated tire D Poor sealing of the tire bead D Wheel deformation and/or tire separation D A greater possibility of tire damage from road...
Page 679: Tire Information
CHASSIS TIRE INFORMATION Tire symbols ill-full " The illustration indicates typical tire symbols.
Page 680 CHASSIS Tire size: For details, see “Tire size” on page Uniform tire quality grading — For details, see 662. “Uniform tire quality grading” that follows. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN): For Summer tire or all season tire: An all season details, see “DOT and Tire Identification Number tire has “M+S”...
Page 681 CHASSIS DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire size " The illustration indicates typical DOT and Tire " The illustration indicates typical tire size. Identification Number (TIN). Tire use (P=Passenger car, T=Temporary “DOT” symbol use) Tire Identification Number (TIN) Section width (in millimeters) Tire manufacturer’s identification mark Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) Tire size code...
Page 682 CHASSIS Name of each section of tire " Section width Tire height " Bead Wheel diameter Sidewall Shoulder Tread Belt Inner liner Reinforcing rubber Carcass Rim lines Bead wires Chafer...
Page 683 CHASSIS Uniform tire quality grading Traction AA, A, B, C — The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C, and they This information has been prepared in accordance represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement with regulations issued by the National Highway as measured under controlled conditions on specified Traffic...
Page 684 CHASSIS Tire related terms Cold tire inflation Tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked at least 3 hours or pressure more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile under that condition Maximum inflation The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and shown pressure on the sidewall of the tire...
Page 685 CHASSIS Normal occupant 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column of weight Table 1 that follows Production options The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 weight kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim Vehicle capacity...
Page 686 CHASSIS A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Rim diameter (Wheel Nominal diameter of the bead seat diameter) Rim size designation Rim diameter and width Rim type designation The industry of manufacturer’s designation for a rim by style or code Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges...
Page 687 CHASSIS Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Vehicle normal load, number of Occupant distribution in a number of occupants occupants normally loaded vehicle 2 through 4 2 in front 5 through 10 2 in front, 1 in second seat...
Page 688: Types Of Tires
CHASSIS TYPES OF TIRES CAUTION Determine what kind of tires your vehicle is originally D Do not mix summer and all season tires on equipped with. your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of 1. Summer tires control.
Page 689: Rotating Tires
CHASSIS ROTATING TIRES Before storing radial, snow or studded tires, mark the direction of rotation and be sure to install them in the same direction when using them again. Tires should be stored in a cool dry place. Initial adjustment of the tire pressure warning system is necessary after you have rotated your tires.
Page 690: Checking And Replacing Tires
CHASSIS CHECKING AND REPLACING TIRES The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.). When to replace your tires If you have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to expose the fabric, or bulges indicating internal damage, the tire should be replaced.
Page 691 CHASSIS Tire selection CAUTION When replacing a tire, use a tire of the same size Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, and construction, and the same or greater an accident may occur resulting in death or maximum load as the originally installed tires. serious injuries.
Page 692: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
CHASSIS INSTALLING SNOW TIRES AND CAUTION CHAINS Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious When to use snow tires or chains injuries. Snow tires or chains are recommended when driving on D Do not use snow tires other than the manufacturer’s snow or ice.
Page 693 CHASSIS Snow tire installation Tire chain selection Snow tires should be installed on all wheels. Installing snow tires on the front wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle control. CAUTION D Snow tires should be inflated to the same pressure as the original tires.
Page 694 CHASSIS Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road. Always check the local regulations before installing chains. NOTICE If the wrong combination of tire and chain is used, the chains could damage the vehicle body. Chain installation D When driving with chains installed, be sure to drive carefully.
Page 695: Replacing Wheels
CHASSIS REPLACING WHEELS CAUTION When to replace your wheels Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious If you have wheel damage such as bending, cracks or injuries. heavy corrosion, the wheel should be replaced. D Do not use wheels other than the manufacturer’s If you fail to replace a damaged wheel, the tire may slip off the recommended size, as this may cause dangerous...
Page 696: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
CHASSIS ALUMINUM WHEEL PRECAUTIONS SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS D When installing aluminum wheels, check that the wheel nuts are tight after driving your vehicle the first 1600 km (1000 CAUTION miles). Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, D If you have rotated, repaired, or changed your tires, check spacers, springs, etc.
Page 697 CHASSIS...
Page 698 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Electrical components Specifications ..............Checking battery condition .
Page 699: Specifications
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SPECIFICATIONS — FUSES — FUSE LOCATIONS " Engine compartment (with electronically modulated air suspension) " Engine compartment Driver’s side instrument panel...
Page 700 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 64RY043 " Driver’s side instrument panel " Engine compartment (without electronically modulated air suspension)
Page 701 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT Electronically modulated air AIRSUS suspension All components in “HEATER”, “H-LP CLN”, “TAIL”, “PANEL”, “FR FOG”, “CIG”, “RADIO NO. 2”, “ECU-ACC”, “PWR OUTLET NO. 1”, “GAUGE NO. 1”, “ECU-IG NO. 1”,“ FR WIP”, “RR WIP”, “WASHER”, “SEAT HTR”, INP-J/B “ECU-IG NO.
Page 702 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT All components in “INP-J/B”, “AIRSUS” (60 A), “ABS NO. 1”, “ABS NO. 2”, “RDI FAN”, “RR DEF”, “HEATER”, “PBD”, “H-LP CLN/MSB”, “H-LP CLN”, “PWR OUTLET NO. 2”, “TOWING”, “TAIL”, “PANEL”, “FR FOG”, “CIG”, “RADIO NO. 2”, “ECU-ACC”, “PWR OUTLET NO.
Page 703 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT Anti-lock brake system, vehicle stability control system, traction ABS NO. 1 control system, brake assist system RR DEF Rear window defogger Air conditioning system, rear HEATER window defogger Daytime running light system H-LP L Left-hand headlight (low beam) H-LP L Left-hand headlight (high beam) H-LP R...
Page 704 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ALT-S Charging system Multiport fuel injection ETCS system/sequential multiport fuel injection system HORN Horns Daytime running light system, left-hand headlight, right-hand headlight, all components in MAIN “H-LP R LWR”, “H-LP R UPR”, “H-LP L UPR”, “H-LP L LWR” and “DRL”...
Page 705: Fuel Filler Door Opener
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Gauge and meters, personal lights, vanity lights, door courtesy lights, inside door DOME handle lights, ignition switch light, foot lights, scuff plate lights, luggage compartment light, interior light Lexus Link System Car audio system DOOR Multiplex communication system NO.
Page 706 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FR FOG Front fog lights On-board diagnosis system Windshield wiper deicer and all FR DEF components in “MIR HTR” fuse FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT Tail lights, high mounted stoplight, rear light failure warning light, anti-lock brake system, vehicle stability control system, traction control system, STOP brake assist system,...
Page 707 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT Glove box light, instrument cluster lights, instrument panel lights, console box light, car audio system, power outlet, garage door opener switch, PANEL electronically controlled automatic transmission system, headlight cleaner, electronically controlled air suspension, seat heaters, steering switches, power back door Power rear view mirror control, moon roof, multiplex...
Page 708 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Electric cooling fan, air conditioning system, rear HEATER window defogger, ignition switch, windshield wiper deicer WASHER Windshield washer SEAT HTR Seat heaters Instrument cluster lights, instrument panel lights, emergency flashers, seat belt, GAUGE power outlet, rear light failure NO.
Page 709 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT Power outlet OUTLET NO. 1 Instrument cluster lights, RADIO instrument panel lights, navigation system, car audio NO. 2 system, Lexus Link System Outside rear view mirror MIR HTR defogger P/SEAT Power seats Power window, multiplex communication system (power door lock system, wireless remote control system), outside...
Page 710: Checking Battery Condition
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION CAUTION Precautions BATTERY PRECAUTIONS The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas. D Do not cause a spark by contacting the battery terminals with tools. D Do not smoke or light a match near the battery. The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Page 711 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS D If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contacted area. If you feel a pain or burn, get medical attention immediately. D If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin, so immediately take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above, if necessary.
Page 712 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Checking battery exterior Check the battery for corroded or loose connections, cracks, or loose hold-down clamps. 1. If the battery is corroded, wash it off with a solution of warm water and baking soda. Coat the terminals with grease to prevent further corrosion.
Page 713 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS NOTICE D Make sure the engine and all accessories are turned off before performing maintenance. D When checking the battery, remove the ground cable first and reinstall it last. D Be careful not to cause a short circuit with tools. D Take care no solution gets into the battery when washing it.
Page 714 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Checking by indicator Check the battery condition by the indicator color. Type A — BLUE — Good condition WHITE — Charging necessary. Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer. RED — Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer. Type B —...
Page 715 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS NOTICE Do not refill the battery with water.
Page 716: Battery Recharging Precautions
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS BATTERY RECHARGING CAUTION PRECAUTIONS D Always charge the battery in an unconfined area. Do During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen not charge the battery in a garage or closed room gas. where there is not sufficient ventilation. D Only do a slow charge (5 A or less).
Page 717: Checking And Replacing The Blade Type Fuses
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BLADE TYPE FUSES " Driver’s side instrument panel 1. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the fuse box lid. Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of " Engine compartment Pull-out tool Spare fuses the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse.
Page 718 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS " Good " Blown 2. Make sure the inoperative component is turned off. Pull the suspected fuse straight out with the pull-out tool and 1. Look carefully at the fuse. If the thin wire is broken, the fuse check it.
Page 719: Checking The Cartridge Type Fuses
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE in your vehicle for emergencies. FUSES If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical system. Have your Lexus dealer correct it as soon as possible.
Page 720 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the blade type fuses are O.K., check the cartridge type fuses. If any of the cartridge type fuses are blown, they must be replaced. If there is an overload in the circuits from the battery, the fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.
Page 721 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS NOTICE Before replacing the fuses, have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer.
Page 722: Adding Washer Fluid
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ADDING WASHER FLUID You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.
Page 723: Checking The Headlight Aim
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT AIM Adjusting the vertical aiming (vehicles with discharge headlight) 1. Turn the Phillips-head screwdriver to either direction in order to turn the vertical movement adjusting screw ( 1 ). " Vertical movement adjusting screw Remember the number of times you turn the screwdriver and Vertical movement adjusting bolt the turning direction.
Page 724: Replacing Light Bulbs
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS REPLACING LIGHT BULBS The illustration on the following pages show the locations of light bulbs. If it is necessary to replace a bulb, take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Use bulbs with the bulb numbers and wattage ratings given in the table.
Page 725 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Vehicles with discharge headlights — D Do not touch the high voltage socket when the low beam headlight turns on. 20000 V is momentarily generated and may cause severe injury by electric shock. D Do not disassemble, repair or take apart the low beam headlight bulbs, connector, power supply circuits and rotated components.
Page 726 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Headlights (high beam) 9005 Fog lights 9006...
Page 727 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Light Bulbs Bulb No. Type Rear turn signal lights Tail lights License plate lights Back-up lights Rear side marker lights...
Page 728 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Light Bulbs Bulb No. Type Vanity lights Personal lights Interior lights Luggage compartment lights Door courtesy lights Glove box light A: HB3 halogen bulbs B: D2S discharge bulbs C: H11 halogen bulbs D: HB4 halogen bulbs E: Single end bulbs F: Wedge base bulbs (clear) G: Double end bulbs H: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
Page 729 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS...
Page 730 SECTION – SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Body Specifications ..............Protecting your vehicle from corrosion .
Page 731 BODY SPECIFICATIONS — DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length 4730 mm (186.2 in.) Overall width 1845 mm (72.6 in.) Overall height* Two-wheel drive models 1670 mm (65.7 in.)* 1710 mm (67.3 in.)* 1725 mm (67.9 in.)* Four-wheel drive models — With electronically modulated air 1670 mm (65.7 in.)* suspension 1710 mm (67.3 in.)*...
Page 732 BODY — DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Wheelbase 2715 mm (107 in.) Tread Two-wheel drive models — Front 1580 mm (62.2 in.) — Rear 1565 mm (61.6 in.) Four-wheel drive models — Front 1575 mm (62.0 in.) — Rear (with electronically 1560 mm (61.4 in.) modulated air suspension) —...
Page 733 BODY PROTECTING YOUR VEHICLE To help prevent corrosion on your Lexus, follow these guidelines: FROM CORROSION Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing. In addition, Proper care of your Lexus can help ensure long-term observe the following points. corrosion prevention. D If you drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live near The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle the ocean, you should hose off the undercarriage at least...
Page 734: Washing And Waxing
BODY Check the interior of your vehicle. Water and dirt can WASHING AND WAXING accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Occasionally check under the mats to make sure the area is Washing your Lexus dry. Be particularly careful when transporting chemicals, cleansers, fertilizers, salt, etc.
Page 735 BODY Fuel filler door: Do not apply water (high-pressure car wash, CAUTION for example) at or near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler door opened. If the water enters the air vent, you may experience Do not attach the heavily damaged plastic wheel trouble with refueling or rough engine idling.
Page 736 BODY NOTICE Do not use organic substances (gasoline, kerosene, benzine or strong solvents), which may be toxic or cause damage. 3. Rinse thoroughly — dried soap can cause streaking. In hot Automatic car wash weather you may need to rinse each section right after you wash it.
Page 737 BODY 2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become 3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but extremely weathered, use a car-cleaning polish, followed by remains on the surface in large patches. a separate wax.
Page 738: Cleaning The Interior
BODY CLEANING THE INTERIOR Leather Interior The selected leather is used in your Lexus. Due to characteristics of leather products, some parts of leather may CAUTION be rough, uneven or scratched originally. D Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the To keep good appearance, we recommend you to clean it floor.
Page 739 BODY NOTICE D Dirt or sand adhered to the leather may damage the treated surface and cause it to wear earlier. Remove dirt or sand using a vacuum cleaner. D If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent.
Page 740 BODY Synthetic Leather Areas First vacuum over the upholstery to remove loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the The synthetic leather areas may be easily cleaned with a synthetic leather. After allowing it to soak in for a few minutes mild soap or detergent and water.
Page 741 BODY Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which you mix with water to produce a foam. To shampoo the carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam.
Page 742 BODY NOTICE D Use a good foam-type shampoo to clean the carpets. D Do not use dye or bleach on the belts — it may weaken them. D Do not use the belts until they become dry. D The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner.
Page 743 BODY Air Conditioning Control Panel, Car Audio, Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning. Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Soak a clean soft cloth in water or lukewarm water then lightly Switches wipe off any dirt. NOTICE D Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
Page 744 SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..........
Page 745 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll- free at 1- 800- 424- 9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C.
Page 746 WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU − PLEASE BUCKLE UP Lexus has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts. Lexus belts are: Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.
Page 747: Gas Station Information
9.6 (10.1, 8.4) Without transmission oil cooler 9.4 (9.9, 8.3) Coolant type — “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non- nitrite, and non- borate coolant with long- life hybrid organic acid technology...
Page 748 You should know as much about the quality and importance of proper maintenance of your new vehicle as the people who built it. The Lexus authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance. The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor.
Page 749 Maintenance procedures for the engine, chassis, body, electrical system, and more, are clearly explained and illustrated. Periodic maintenance and tune-up Where to obtain the Repair Manual Periodic maintenance and tune-up helps to prevent small problems from growing into larger ones later on. The repair manual outlines exactly what maintenance is required and clearly explains how to do the work yourself step-by-step.

Toyota Lexusc Owner's Handbook Manual

How to Use this Manual

Instrument Panel (Vehicles with Navigation System)

1 2 Section -

1 3 Section -

1 4 Section -

1 5 Section -

1 6 Section -

1 7 Section -

2 2 Section -

3 1 Section -

3 2 Section -

4 Section

6 2 Section -

6 3 Section -

Quick Links

Chapters

Related Manuals for Toyota Lexusc

Summary of Contents for Toyota Lexusc