Lexus Es300h 2018 Owner's Manual

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Pictorial index

For safety

and security

Search by illustration

Make sure to read through them

Instrument cluster

Operation of each

component

Driving

Lexus Display

Audio system

Interior features

Maintenance

and care

When trouble

arises

Vehicle

specifications

How to read the gauges and meters, the variety of warning lights and indicators, etc.

Opening and closing the doors and windows, adjustment before driving, etc.

Operations and advice which are necessary for driving

Operating the Lexus Display Audio system

Usage of the interior features, etc.

Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures

What to do in case of malfunction or emergency

Vehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.

For owners

Index

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Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners

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TABLE OF CONTENTS2

For your information................................... 8

Reading this manual...................................14

How to search..............................................15

Pictorial index...............................................16

For safety and security

1-1. For safe use

Before driving ................................ 28

For safe driving ..............................30

Seat belts.......................................... 32

SRS airbags..................................... 37

Front passenger occupant

classification system ................. 46

Safety information

for children ................................... 52

Child restraint systems............... 53

Installing child restraints............. 57

Exhaust gas precautions............ 66

1-2. Hybrid system

Hybrid system features ...............67

Hybrid system precautions.........71

1-3. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system.......................76

Alarm................................................. 78

Operation of each

component

3-1. Key information

Keys.................................................. 104

3-2. Opening, closing and locking

the doors and trunk

Doors............................................... 108

Trunk.................................................. 114

Smart access system

with push-button start.............. 121

3-3. Adjusting the seats

Front seats ......................................129

Driving position memory......... 130

Head restraints.............................135

3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel

and mirrors

Steering wheel............................. 138

Inside rear view mirror ............. 140

Outside rear view mirrors .......142

3-5. Opening, closing the windows

and moon roof

Power windows............................145

Moon roof...................................... 148

Instrument cluster

2. Instrument cluster

Warning lights

and indicators.............................. 82

Gauges and meters..................... 86

Multi-information display ............91

Energy monitor/

consumption screen................. 96

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Driving

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle ......................154

Cargo and luggage ....................162

Vehicle load limits .......................165

Trailer towing ................................166

Dinghy towing...............................167

4-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch............. 168

EV drive mode..............................173

Hybrid transmission....................175

Turn signal lever.......................... 180

Parking brake.................................181

4-3. Operating the lights

and wipers

Headlight switch ......................... 182

Automatic High Beam.............. 185

Fog light switch............................ 189

Windshield wipers

and washer ................................. 190

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap .......194

4-5. Using the driving support

systems

Lexus Safety System+............... 198

PCS

(Pre-Collision System).........205

LDA (Lane Departure Alert

with steering control)..............216

Dynamic radar

cruise control............................ 225

Intuitive parking assist.............. 237

Lexus parking assist

monitor........................................ 246

Driving mode select

switch........................................... 262

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..... 264

•Blind Spot Monitor

function .....................................267

• Rear Cross Traffic Alert

function ....................................269

Driving assist systems ...............272

4-6. Driving tips

Hybrid vehicle driving tips..... 278

Winter driving tips.....................280

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Lexus Display Audio system

5-1. Basic Operations

Lexus Display Audio

system..........................................286

Steering wheel audio

switches ...................................... 292

Mobile Assistant ........................ 293

USB/AUX ports........................ 295

5-2. Setup

Setup menu ..................................298

General settings......................... 299

Voice settings.............................. 302

Display settings...........................303

5-3. Using the audio system

Selecting the audio

source..........................................304

Optimal use of the audio

system..........................................305

Audio settings .............................306

Audio menu screen

operation....................................309

5-4. Using the radio

Radio operation............................312

5-5. Playing an audio CD and

MP3/WMA/AAC discs

CD player operation................. 318

5-6. Using an external device

Listening to an iPod ..................325

Using USB memory

device .......................................... 329

Using the AUX port................. 333

5-7. Connecting Bluetooth

Steps for using Bluetooth®

devices ........................................334

Registering a Bluetooth

device ..........................................336

Selecting a Bluetooth

device .......................................... 337

Connecting a Bluetooth

audio player ..............................338

Connecting a Bluetooth

phone........................................... 339

Displaying a Bluetooth

device details............................340

Detailed Bluetooth

settings ..........................................341

5-8. Bluetooth® Audio

Listening to Bluetooth

Audio ...........................................344

5-9. Bluetooth

Using a Bluetooth

Phone

Phone........................................... 345

Making a call................................ 347

Receiving a call...........................350

Speaking on the phone .............351

Using a Bluetooth

phone message .......................353

Using the steering wheel

switches ......................................355

Bluetooth

phone

settings ........................................356

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5-10. Phonebook

Contact settings.........................358

Messaging setting .......................361

5-11. Bluetooth

What to do if...

(Troubleshooting)................... 362

Bluetooth

................................... 366

5-12. Other function

“Information” screen ................ 372

USB photo.................................... 374

Weather information................ 376

Voice command system ..........377

Interior features

6-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger

Automatic air conditioning

system..........................................384

Heated steering wheel/

seat heaters/seat

ventilators................................... 394

6-2. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list .........................396

• Interior lights.......................... 397

• Personal lights....................... 397

6-3. Using the storage features

List of storage features............ 399

• Glove box...............................400

• Console box ..........................400

• Cup holders ............................ 401

• Auxiliary box.......................... 402

Trunk features............................. 403

6-4. Using the other interior

features

Other interior features............405

• Sun visors................................405

• Vanity mirrors .......................405

• Clock ........................................406

• Power outlets ........................406

• Armrest.................................... 407

• Rear sunshade/rear door

sunshades ...............................408

• Coat hooks.............................. 410

• Assist grips .............................. 410

Garage door opener ..................411

Compass........................................ 418

LEXUS Enform Safety

Connect...................................... 422

LEXUS Enform Remote..........427

LEXUS Enform Service

Connect...................................... 428

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Maintenance and care

7-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior ................430

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior.................. 433

7-2. Maintenance

Maintenance

requirements ............................436

General maintenance.............. 439

Emission inspection

and maintenance (I/M)

programs.................................... 442

7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service

precautions................................ 443

Hood...............................................445

Positioning a floor jack ............446

Engine compartment ............... 447

12-volt battery ............................. 457

Tires...................................................461

Tire inflation pressure ................471

Wheels........................................... 474

Air conditioning filter ............... 476

Electronic key battery.............. 478

Checking and replacing

fuses..............................................480

Light bulbs ....................................483

When trouble arises

8-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers.................. 496

If your vehicle has to be

stopped in an emergency ... 497

8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs

to be towed ...............................498

If you think

something is wrong................ 502

If a warning light turns on or

a warning buzzer sounds ....503

If a warning message

is displayed ................................509

If you have a flat tire ....................513

If the hybrid system will not

start............................................... 523

If the electronic key does not

operate properly..................... 525

If the 12-volt battery is

discharged................................. 527

If your vehicle overheats...........531

If the vehicle becomes

stuck.............................................535

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For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the equipment listed below.

• Navigation system

• Lexus parking assist monitor

• Audio/video system

• Lexus Enform

Vehicle specifications

9-1. Specifications

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.)..................538

Fuel information ......................... 547

Tire information..........................550

9-2. Customization

Customizable features............560

9-3. Initialization

Items to initialize...........................571

For owners

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners .................................... 574

Seat belt instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French).............................................. 575

SRS airbag instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French).............................................. 576

Index

What to do if...

(Troubleshooting)...............................584

Alphabetical index ............................... 588

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For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

The Owner’s Manual provides instructions on the proper operation of this vehicle. The driver should read the Owner’s Manual prior to driving the vehicle. Failure to follow the instructions in the Owner’s Manual could lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

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.

All specifications provided 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.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system

Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as:

● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system

● Dynamic radar cruise control system

● Anti-lock brake system

● SRS airbag system

● Seat belt pretensioner system

● Lexus Safety System+

Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.

High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.

Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.

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Vehicle data recordings

Your Lexus is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record certain data, such as:

• Engine speed

• Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)

• Accelerator status

•Brake status

• Vehicle speed

•Shift position

• Hybrid battery (traction battery) status The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options with which it is equipped. These computers do not record conversations or sounds, and only record images outside of the vehicle in certain situations.

● Data Transmission

Your vehicle may transmit the data recorded in these computers to Lexus without notification to you.

● Data usage

Lexus may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.

Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:

• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle

is leased

• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government

agency

• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit

• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle

owner

● Usage of data collected through Lexus Enform (U.S. mainland only)

If your Lexus has Lexus Enform and if you have subscribed to those services, please refer to the Lexus Enform Telematics Subscription Service Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.

● To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Lexus,

please visit www.lexus.com/privacyvts/.

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Event data recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.

The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

● Disclosure of the EDR data

Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when:

• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is

obtained

• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government

agency

• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit

However, if necessary, Lexus may:

• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance

• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing informa-

tion about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner

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WARNING

Scrapping of your Lexus

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners not deployed, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may

include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

■ General precautions while driving

● Obey all traffic laws

● The driver is responsible for the proper operation of the vehicle, including evaluation

of weather conditions and road conditions.

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision causing death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.

■ General precaution regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key.

Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Reading this manual

WARNING: Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause death or serious injury to people.

NOTICE: Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause damage to or a malfunction in the vehicle or its equipment.

Indicates operating or working procedures. Follow the steps in numerical order.

Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices.

Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).

Indicates the component or position being explained.

Means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

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How to search

■ Searching by name

• Alphabetical index...............P. 588

■ Searching by installation position

• Pictorial index.............................P. 16

■ Searching by symptom or sound

• What to do if...

(Troubleshooting)................P. 584

■ Searching by title

• Table of contents.........................P. 2

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Pictorial index

■ Exterior

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 108

Locking/unlocking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 108

Opening/closing the door glasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 145

Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 525

Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509

Trunk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 114

Opening from inside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 114

Opening from outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 114

Opening by using the mechanical key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 525

Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509

Outside rear view mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 142

Adjusting the mirror angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 142

Folding the mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 142

Driving position memory

Defogging the mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 388

* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 130

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Pictorial index

Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 190

Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 280

To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)

Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 431

Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 194

Refueling method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 194

Fuel type/fuel tank capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 540

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 461

Tire size/inflation pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 545

Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 280

Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 461

Coping with flat tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 513

Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 445

Opening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 445

Engine compartment cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 448

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 541

Coping with overheat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 531

Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509

Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving

(Replacing method: P. 483, Watts: P. 546)

*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 389

Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182

Parking lights/daytime running lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182

Fog lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 189

Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 180

Stop/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182

License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182

Back-up lights

Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 175

Side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182

*: If equipped

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Pictorial index

■ Instrument panel

Power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 168

Starting the hybrid system/changing the modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 168

Emergency stop of the hybrid system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 497

When the hybrid system will not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 523

Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509

Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 175

Changing the shift position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 175

Precautions against towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 498

When the shift lever does not move. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 178

Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 86

Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 86

Warning lights/indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 82

When the warning lights come on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 503

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Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 91

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 91

Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 96

When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509

Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 181

Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 181

Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 281

Warning buzzer/message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 181, 509

Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 180

Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182

Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182

Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 189

Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 190

Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 190

Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 456

Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509

Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 496

Fuel filler door opener. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 196

Refueling method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 194

Fuel type/fuel tank capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 540

Trunk opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 114

Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 445

Tilt and telescopic steering control switch

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 138

Driving position memory*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 130

Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 138

Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 384

Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 384

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 388

Audio system*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 286

Hands-free system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 345

: If equipped

: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to

“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Outside rear view mirror switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 142

Instrument panel light control switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 87

Odometer/trip meter and trip meter reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 87

Automatic High Beam switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 185

Intuitive parking assist switch

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch

* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 237

*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 264

Tire pressure warning reset switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 463

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Driving position memory switches*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 130

Door lock switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 110

Power window switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 145

Window lock switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 145

Trunk opener main switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 115

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Audio remote control switches*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 292

Talk switch

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) switch . . . . . . . . . P. 216

Meter control switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 92

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 225

Cruise control switch

Dynamic radar cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 225

Telephone switches*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 355

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 355

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Seat heater and ventilator switches*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 395

Heated steering wheel switch

Rear sunshade switch*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 408

Driving mode select switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 262

EV drive mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 173

VSC OFF switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 273

Remote Touch

Lexus Display Audio controller*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 288

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 395

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: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to

“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

: If equipped

■ Interior

Pictorial index

SRS airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 37

Floor mats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 28

Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 129

Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 135

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 32

Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 400

Inside lock buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 110

Cup holders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 401

Assist grips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 410

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Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 140

Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 405

Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 405

Interior lights

Personal lights

Moon roof switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 148

“SOS” button

Garage door opener switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 411

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 397

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 397

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 422

: The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear.

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Before driving................................. 28

For safe driving ..............................30

Seat belts ..........................................32

SRS airbags .....................................37

Front passenger occupant

classification system.................. 46

Safety information

for children ...................................52

Child restraint systems ...............53

Installing child restraints............. 57

Exhaust gas precautions............ 66

1-2. Hybrid system

Hybrid system features............... 67

Hybrid system precautions.........71

1-3. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system ......................76

Alarm .................................................78

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Before driving

Floor mat

Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet.

Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into the floor mat eyelets.

Turn the upper knob of each retaining hook (clip) to secure the floor mats in place.

*: Always align the marks.

The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may differ from that shown in the illustration.

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WARNING

● Check that the floor mat is securely fixed in

the correct place with all the provided retaining hooks (clips). Be especially careful to perform this check after cleaning the floor.

● With the hybrid system stopped and the shift

lever in P, fully depress each pedal to the floor to make sure it does not interfere with the floor mat.

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may become difficult to stop the vehicle. This could lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

■ When installing the driver’s floor mat

● Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year vehicles,

even if they are Lexus Genuine floor mats.

● Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seating position.

● Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) provided.

● Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.

● Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.

■ Before driving

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For safe driving

For safe driving, adjust the seat and mirror to an appropriate position before driving.

Correct driving posture

Adjust the angle of the seatback so that you are sitting straight up and so that you do not have to lean forward to steer. (→P. 129)

Adjust the seat so that you can depress the pedals fully and so that your arms bend slightly at the elbow when gripping the steering wheel. (→P. 129)

Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears. (→P. 135)

Wear the seat belt correctly. (→P. 32)

Correct use of the seat belts

Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. (→P. 32) Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (→P. 53)

Adjusting the mirrors

Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside and outside rear view mirrors properly. (→P. 140, 142)

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving.

Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.

A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt, head restraint and other safety systems, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the occupant.

● Do not place anything under the front seats.

Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an accident and the adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.

● Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.

● When driving over long distances, take regular breaks before you start to feel tired.

Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while driving, do not force yourself to continue driving and take a break immediately.

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Seat belts

Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle.

Correct use of the seat belts

● Extend the shoulder belt so that it

comes fully over the shoulder, but does not come into contact with the neck or slide off the shoulder.

● Position the lap belt as low as possi-

ble over the hips.

● Adjust the position of the seatback.

Sit up straight and well back in the seat.

● Do not twist the seat belt.

Fastening and releasing the seat belt

To fasten the seat belt, push the plate into the buckle until a click sound is heard.

To release the seat belt, press the release button.

Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height (front seats)

Push the seat belt shoulder anchor down while pressing the release button.

Push the seat belt shoulder anchor up.

Move the height adjuster up and down as needed until you hear a click.

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Seat belt pretensioners (front and outboard rear seats)

The pretensioners help the seat belts to quickly restrain the occupants by retracting the seat belts when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal collision or a vehicle rollover.

The front seat belt pretensioners also activate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe side collision.

The pretensioners do not activate in the event of a minor frontal impact, a minor side impact or a rear impact.

■ Emergency locking retractor (ELR)

The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend so that you can move around fully.

■ Automatic locking retractor (ALR)

When a passenger’s shoulder belt is completely extended and 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 (CRS) firmly. To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more. (→P. 57)

■ Child seat belt usage

The seat belts of your vehicle were principally designed for persons of adult size.

● Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child becomes large

enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (→P. 53)

● When the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt, follow

the instructions regarding seat belt usage. (→P. 32)

■ Replacing the belt after the pretensioner has been activated

If the vehicle is involved in multiple collisions, the pretensioner will activate for the first collision of sufficient severity, but will not activate for the second or subsequent collisions. The seat belt must be replaced if the pretensioner has been activated.

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Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (→P. 32)

Women who are pregnant should position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occupants, extending the shoulder belt completely over the shoulder and avoiding belt contact with the rounding of the abdominal area.

If the seat belt is not worn properly, not only the pregnant woman, but also the fetus could suffer death or serious injury as a result of sudden braking or a collision.

■ Seat belt extender

1-1. For safe use

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.

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.

■ Wear a seat belt

● Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.

● Always wear a seat belt properly.

● Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt for more

than one person at once, including children.

● Lexus recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always use a seat belt

and/or an appropriate child restraint system.

● To achieve a proper seating position, do not recline the seat more than necessary. The

seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up straight and well back in the seats.

● Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.

● Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.

■ Pregnant women

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WARNING

■ People with medical conditions

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (→P. 32)

■ When children are in the vehicle

Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious injuries that could result in death. If this occurs and the child cannot be released from the seat belt, scissors should be used to cut the belt.

■ Seat belt pretensioners

● Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger’s seat. Doing so will

disperse the passenger’s weight, which prevents the sensor from detecting the passenger’s weight properly. As a result, the seat belt pretensioner for the front passenger’s seat may not activate in the event of a collision.

● If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS warning light will come on. In that case, the

seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at your Lexus dealer.

■ Adjustable shoulder anchor

Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt shoul d 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 death or serious injuries in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident. (→P. 32)

■ Seat belt damage and wear

● Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate, or buckle to be jammed in

the door.

● Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Do

not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat belts cannot protect an occupant from death or serious injury.

● Ensure that the belt and plate are locked and the belt is not twisted.

If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact your Lexus dealer.

● Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been involved in a

serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.

● Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the seat belts.

Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Lexus dealer. Inappropriate handling may lead to incorrect operation.

■ Using a seat belt extender

● Do not wear the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without the extender.

● Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system because the

belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident.

● The personalized extender may not be safe on another vehicle, when used by another

person, or at a different seating position other than the one originally intended.

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■ When using a seat belt extender

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When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and the extender itself.

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SRS airbags

The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.

For safety and security

◆ SRS front airbags

SRS driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components

SRS knee airbags Can help provide driver and front passenger protection

◆ SRS side and curtain shield airbags

SRS front side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants

SRS rear side airbags Can help protect the torso of occupants in the rear outer seats

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SRS curtain shield airbags

● Can help protect primarily the head of occupants in the outer seats

● Can prevent the occupants from being thrown from the vehicle in the

event of vehicle rollover

SRS airbag system components

Front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors)

Side impact sensors (front doors) Knee airbags Front passenger airbag Curtain shield airbags “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG

OFF” indicator lights

Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters

Side impact sensors (front) Front side airbags SRS warning light Driver airbag Rear side airbags Side impact sensors (rear) Driver’s seat belt buckle switch Airbag sensor assembly Front passenger’s seat belt buckle

switch Front impact sensors

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WARNING

Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on the US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sensor assembly (ECU) controls airbag deployment based on information obtained from the sensors etc. shown in the system components diagram above. This information includes crash severity and occupant information. As the airbags deploy, a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occupants.

■ SRS airbag precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the SRS airbags. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.

● The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly.

The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.

● The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or seri-

ous injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advises:

Since the risk zone for the driver’s airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm) of inflation, placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 10 in. (250 mm) away now, you can change your driving position in several ways:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

• Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 10 in. (250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, non-slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.

• If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the airbag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.

The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls.

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● If the seat belt extender has been connected

to the front seat belt buckle but the seat belt extender has not also been fastened to the latch plate of the seat belt, the SRS front airbags will judge that the driver and front passenger are wearing the seat belt even though the seat belt has not been connected. In this case, the SRS front airbags may not activate correctly in a collision, resulting in death or serious injury in the event of a collision. Be sure to wear the seat belt with the seat belt extender.

● Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean

against the dashboard.

● Do not allow a child to stand in front of the

SRS front passenger airbag unit or sit on the knees of a front passenger.

● Do not allow the front seat occupants to hold

items on their knees.

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● The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with considerable force, and can cause

death or serious injury especially if the front passenger is very close to the airbag. The front passenger seat should be as far from the airbag as possible with the seatback adjusted, so the front passenger sits upright.

● Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed or seriously

injured by a deploying airbag. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seats are safer for infants and children than the front passenger seat. (→P. 53)

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■ SRS airbag precautions

● Do not lean against the door, the roof side rail

or the front, side and rear pillars.

● Do not allow anyone to kneel on the passen-

ger seats toward the door or put their head or hands outside the vehicle.

● Do not attach anything to or lean anything

against areas such as the dashboard, steering wheel pad, lower portion of the instrument panel and door of the glove box. These items can become projectiles when the SRS driver, front passenger and knee airbags deploy.

● Do not attach anything to areas such as a

door, windshield glass, side door glass, front or rear pillar, roof side rail and assist grip.

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● Do not hang coat hangers or hard objects on the coat hooks. All of these items could

become projectiles and may cause death or serious injury, should the SRS curtain shield airbags deploy.

● If a vinyl cover is put on the area where the SRS knee airbag will deploy, be sure to

remove it.

● Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the SRS side airbags inflate

as they may interfere with inflation of the airbags. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from activating correctly, disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate accidentally, resulting in death or serious injury.

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● Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS airbag compo-

nents. Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.

● Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS airbags have

deployed (inflated) as they may be hot.

● If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbags have deployed, open a door or

window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do so. Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation.

● If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and

front and rear pillar garnishes are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Lexus dealer.

■ Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components

Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without consulting your Lexus dealer. The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.

● Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags

● Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument

panel, dashboard, glove box, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side rails

● Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the occupant

compartment

● Installation of a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.), snow plows, winches or

roof luggage carrier

● Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system

● Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios and CD players

● Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability

■ If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)

● Slight abrasions, burns, bruising etc., may be sustained from SRS airbags, due to the

extremely high speed deployment (inflation) by hot gases.

● A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.

● Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as well as the

seats, parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof side rails may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.

● The windshield may crack.

● For Lexus Enform Safety Connect subscribers, if the SRS airbags deploy or in the event

of a severe rear-end collision, the system is designed to send an emergency call to the response center, notifying them of the vehicle’s location (without needing to push the “SOS” button) and an agent will attempt to speak with the occupants to ascertain the level of emergency and assistance required. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emergency and helps to dispatch the necessary emergency services. (→P. 422)

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■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)

● The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds the set thresh-

old level (the level of force corresponding to an approximately 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision with a fixed wall that does not move or deform).

However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher in the following situations:

• If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact

• If the vehicle is involved in an underride collision, such as a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck

● Depending on the type of collision, it is possible that only the seat belt pretensioners will

activate.

● The SRS front airbags for the front passenger will not activate if there is no passenger

sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS front airbags for the front passenger may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. (→P. 46)

■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS side and curtain shield airbags)

● The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that

exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to the impact force produced by an approximately 3300 lb. [1500 kg] vehicle colliding with the vehicle cabin from a direction perpendicular to the vehicle orientation at an approximate spe ed of 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h]).

● The SRS curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of vehicle rollover.

● The SRS side and curtain shield airbags may also deploy in the event of a severe frontal

collision.

■ Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other than a collision

The SRS front airbags and SRS curtain shield airbag may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.

● Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard sur-

face

● Falling into or jumping over a deep hole

● Landing hard or falling

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The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy under the situations shown in the illustration.

● The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal.

● The vehicle skids and hits a curb stone.

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The SRS front airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes sufficient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front airbags may occur.

● Collision from the side

● Collision from the rear

● Vehicle rollover

■ Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbags (SRS side and curtain shield air-

bags)

The SRS side and curtain shield airbags may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment.

● Collision from the side to the vehicle body

other than the passenger compartment

● Collision from the side at an angle

The SRS side airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed side or low-speed frontal collision.

● Collision from the rear

● Vehicle rollover

The SRS curtain shield airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a rear collision, if it pitches end over end, or if it is involved in a low-speed side or low-speed frontal collision.

● Collision from the rear

● Pitching end over end

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■ When to contact your Lexus dealer

In the following cases, the vehicle will require inspection and/or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

● Any of the SRS airbags have been inflated.

● The front of the vehicle is damaged or

deformed, or was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS front airbags to inflate.

● A portion of a door or its surrounding area is

damaged or deformed, or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side and curtain shield airbags to inflate.

● The pad section of the steering wheel, dash-

board near the front passenger airbag or lower portion of the instrument panel is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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● The surface of the seats with the side airbag is

scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

● The portion of the front pillars, rear pillars or

roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags inside is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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Front passenger occupant classification system

Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger.

Seat belt reminder light

SRS warning light

“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light

“AIR BAG ON” indicator light

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Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system

■ Adult*

Indicator/

warning light

Devices

■ Child*

Indicator/

warning light

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

SRS warning light Off

Seat belt reminder light Off*2 or flashing*

Front passenger airbag

Side airbag

on the front passenger seat

Curtain shield airbag

in the front passenger side

Front passenger knee airbag

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

SRS warning light Off

Seat belt reminder light Off*2 or flashing*

“AIR BAG ON”

Activated

“AIR BAG OFF” or

“AIR BAG ON”

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Front passenger airbag

Side airbag

on the front passenger seat

Curtain shield airbag

in the front passenger side

Front passenger knee airbag

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated

Deactivated or

activated

Activated

Deactivated or

activated

■ Child restraint system with infant*

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Indicator/

warning light

Devices

■ Unoccupied

Indicator/

warning light

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

“AIR BAG OFF”*

SRS warning light Off

Seat belt reminder light Off*2 or flashing*

Front passenger airbag Deactivated

Side airbag

on the front passenger seat

Activated

Curtain shield airbag

in the front passenger side

Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

“AIR BAG OFF”

SRS warning light

Off

Seat belt reminder light

Devices

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Front passenger airbag Deactivated

Side airbag

on the front passenger seat

Activated

Curtain shield airbag

in the front passenger side

Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated

■ There is a malfunction in the system

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“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

Indicator/

warning light

Devices

Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated

: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in

the front passenger seat, the system may not recognize him/her as an adult depending on his/her physique and posture.

: In the event the front passenger is wearing a seat belt.

: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt

: For some children, child in seat, child in booster seat or child in convertible seat,

the system may not recognize him/her as a child. Factors which may affect this can be the physique or posture.

: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. A for-

ward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 53)

: In case the indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual on how to install the

child restraint system properly. (→P. 57)

SRS warning light

Seat belt reminder light

Front passenger airbag Deactivated

Side airbag

on the front passenger seat

Curtain shield airbag

in the front passenger side

Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated

“AIR BAG OFF”

Activated

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Observe the following precautions regarding the front passenger occupant classification system. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.

● Wear the seat belt properly.

● Make sure the front passenger’s seat belt plate has not been left inserted into the

buckle before someone sits in the front passenger seat.

● Make sure the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is not illuminated when using the seat

belt extender for the front passenger seat. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle, and reconnect the seat belt. Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the “AIR BAG ON” indicator light is illuminated. If you use the seat belt extender while the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, the SRS airbags for front passenger will not activate, which could cause death or serious injury in the event of a collision.

● Do not apply a heavy load to the front passenger seat or equipment (e.g. seatback

pockets).

● Do not put weight on the front passenger seat by putting your hands or feet on the

front passenger seat seatback from the rear passenger seat.

● Do not let a rear passenger lift the front passenger seat with their feet or press on the

seatback with their legs.

● Do not put objects under the front passenger seat.

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■ Front passenger occupant classification system precautions

● Do not recline the front passenger seatback so far that it touches a rear seat. This may

cause the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light to be illuminated, which indicates that the SRS airbags for front passenger will not activate in the event of a severe accident. If the seatback touches the rear seat, return the seatback to a position where it does not touch the rear seat. Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of the seat belt system.

● If an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the “AIR BAG ON” indicator light is illumi-

nated. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator is illuminated, ask the passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and with the seat belt worn correctly. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator still remains illuminated, either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat, or if that is not possible, move the front passenger seat fully rearward.

● When it is unavoidable to install a forward-facing child restraint system on the front

passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the proper order. (→P. 57)

● Do not modify or remove the front seats.

● Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Otherwise, the

SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction of the front passenger occupant classification system. In this case, contact your Lexus dealer immediately.

● Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat should not contact the front seat-

backs.

● Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion and seat cover, that covers the seat

cushion surface.

● Do not modify or replace the upholstery of the front seat.

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Safety information for children

Observe the following precautions when children are in the vehicle. Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.

● It is recommended that children sit in the rear seats to avoid accidental con-

tact with the shift lever, wiper switch etc.

● Use the rear door child-protector lock or the window lock switch to avoid

children opening the door while driving or operating the power window accidentally. (→P. 111, 145)

● Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or pinch body

parts, such as the power window, hood, trunk, seats etc.

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key.

Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the windows, the moon roof or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Child restraint systems

A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with the LATCH anchors or the lap portion of the lap/ shoulder belt.

The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems.

Points to remember

Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is much safer than installing one on the front passenger seat.

● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to

the age and size of the child.

● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint

system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 57)

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Types of child restraints

Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child:

 Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convert-

ible seat

 Booster seat

 Forward facing ⎯ Convertible

seat

■ Selecting an appropriate child restraint system

● Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large

enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.

● If the child is too large for a child restraint system, sit the child on a rear seat and use the

vehicle’s seat belt. (→P. 32)

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■ Child restraint precautions

● For effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be

properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle’s interior.

● Lexus strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that conforms to the

size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

● Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat even if

the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear-facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat.

● A forward-facing child restraint system may be installed on the front passenger seat

only when it is unavoidable. A child restraint system that requires a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat since there is no top tether strap anchor for the front passenger seat. Adjust the seatback as upright as possible and always move the seat as far back as possible even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.

● Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the front

or rear passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.

● 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 and rear pillars or roof side rails from which the SRS side airbags or SRS curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

● Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child

restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.

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■ When the child restraint system is not in use

● Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is not in use. Do

not store the child restraint system unsecured in the passenger compartment.

● If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or

store it securely in the trunk. This will prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.

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Installing child restraints

Follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system.

Child restraint LATCH anchors

LATCH anchors are provided for the outboard rear seats. (Buttons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.)

Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mechanism (ALR/ ELR belts except driver’s seat belt) (→P. 33)

For safety and security

Anchor brackets (for top tether strap)

An anchor bracket is provided for each rear seat.

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Installation with LATCH system

Lower the head restraint in place at the lowest position.

Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback slightly.

 Type A

Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor.

For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

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Canada only

Latch the buckles onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor.

For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

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Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt)

■ Rear-facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat

Place the child restraint system on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle.

Run the seat belt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended.

While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.

After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.

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Lower the head restraint in place at the lowest position.

Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

Run the seat belt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

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Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended.

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While pushing the child restraint system into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.

After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.

If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (→P. 63)

■ Booster seat

Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

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Sit the child in the child restraint system. Fit the seat belt to the child restraint system according to the manufacturer’s instructions and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Check that the shoulder belt is correctly positioned over the child’s shoulder and that the lap belt is as low as possible. (→P. 32)

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Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt

Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt.

Child restraint systems with a top tether strap

Lower the head restraint in place at the lowest position.

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Secure the child restraint system using the seat belt or LATCH anchors.

Open the anchor bracket cover, latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.

Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched.

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● If the driver’s seat interferes with the child

restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly, attach the child restraint system to the right-hand rear seat.

● Adjust the front passenger seat so that it does

not interfere with the child restraint system.

● Only put a forward-facing child restraint sys-

tem on the front seat when unavoidable. When installing a forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury if the airbags deploy (inflate).

■ Laws and regulations pertaining to anchorages

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The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to the SAE J1819.

■ When installing a booster seat

To prevent the belt from going into ALR lock mode, do not fully extend the shoulder belt. ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only. This could cause injury or discomfort to the child. (→P. 33)

■ When installing a child restraint system

Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual and fix the child restraint system securely in place. If the child restraint system is not correctly fixed in place, the child or other passengers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

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WARNING

■ When installing a child restraint system

● When a booster seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is positioned

across the center of the child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the child’s neck, but not so that it could fall off the child’s shoulder. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

● Ensure that the belt and plate are securely locked and the seat belt is not twisted.

● Shake the child restraint system left and right, and forward and backward to ensure

that it has been securely installed.

● If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the security of the child restraint system.

● Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer.

● When securing some types of child restraint systems in rear seat, it may not be possi-

ble to properly use the seat belts in positions next to the child restraint without interfering with it or affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be sure your seat belt fits snugly across your shoulder and low on your hips. If it does not, or if it interferes with the child restraint, move to a different position. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

■ Do not use a seat belt extender

If a seat belt extender is used when installing a child restraint system, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

■ To correctly attach a child restraint system to the anchors

When using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child restraint system. Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached, or it may cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

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Exhaust gas precautions

Harmful substance to the human body is included in exhaust gases if inhaled.

Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases enter the vehicle and may lead to an accident caused by light-headedness, or may lead to death or a serious health hazard.

■ Important points while driving

● Keep the trunk lid closed.

● If you smell exhaust gases in the vehicle even when the trunk lid is closed, open the

windows and have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.

■ When parking

● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area or a closed area, such as a garage, stop the

hybrid system.

● Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system on for a long time.

If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and ensure that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

● Do not leave the hybrid system operating in an area with snow build-up, or where it is

snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the hybrid system is operating, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.

■ Exhaust pipe

The exhaust system needs to be checked periodically. If there is a hole or crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Lexus dealer.

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Hybrid system features

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate it with care.

The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.

For safety and security

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Gasoline engine

Electric motor (traction motor)

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◆ When stopped/during start off

The gasoline engine stops electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped (traction motor) is used.

When the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) is not being charged.

* when the vehicle is stopped. During start off, the

* and the electric motor

*: When the hybrid battery (traction battery) requires charging or the engine is

warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will not automatically stop. (→P. 69)

◆ During normal driving

The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery) as necessary.

◆ When accelerating sharply

When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily, the power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added to that of the gasoline engine via the electric motor (traction motor).

◆ When braking (regenerative braking)

The wheels operate the electric motor (traction motor) as a power generator, and the hybrid battery (traction battery) is charged.

Vehicle proximity notification system

When driving with the gasoline engine stopped, a sound, which changes in accordance with the driving speed, will be played in order to warn people nearby of the vehicle’s approach. The sound will stop when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 15 mph (25 km/h).

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■ Regenerative braking

In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (traction battery).

● The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift lever in D or S.

● The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift lever in D or S.

■ EV indicator

The EV indicator comes on when the vehicle is driven using only the electric motor (traction motor) or the gasoline engine is stopped.

■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop

The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop automatically in the following conditions:

● During gasoline engine warm-up

● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging

● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low

● When the heater is switched on

■ Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)

As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery (traction battery) will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to start the hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.

■ Charging the 12-volt battery

→P. 529

■ After the 12-volt battery has discharged or when the terminal has been removed and

installed during exchange, etc.

The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Lexus dealer.

For safety and security

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■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

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There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift lever to P when parked.

The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating and are not a malfunction:

● Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.

● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind the rear seats

when the hybrid system starts or stops.

● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery), behind the rear seats, when the hybrid system is started or stopped.

● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.

● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine starts or stops,

when driving at low speeds, or during idling.

● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.

● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is depressed

or as the accelerator pedal is released.

● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.

● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent on rear left seat.

■ Vehicle proximity notification system

In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification system may be difficult for surrounding people to hear.

● In very noisy areas

● In the wind or the rain

Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of the vehicle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle compared to the front.

■ If “Proximity Notification System Malfunction” is displayed on the multi-information

display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal

Contact your Lexus dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

■ Customization

Settings (e.g. on/off operation of the EV indicator) can be changed. (Customizable features: →P. 560)

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Hybrid system precautions

Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high voltage system (about 650 V at maximum) as well as contains parts that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.

For safety and security

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Air conditioning compressor

Power control unit

High voltage cables (orange)

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

Service plug Electric motor (traction motor) Warning label

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Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent

There is an air intake vent beside the rear left seat for the purpose of cooling the hybrid battery (traction battery). If the vent becomes blocked, the hybrid battery may overheat, leading to a reduction in hybrid battery output.

Emergency shut off system

When a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor, the emergency shut off system blocks the high voltage current and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel leakage. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.

Hybrid warning message

A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted.

If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

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WARNING

● Never try to open the service plug access

hole located behind the rear seats. The service plug is used only when the vehicle is serviced and is subject to high voltage.

■ If a warning light comes on, a warning message is displayed, or the 12-volt battery is dis-

connected

The hybrid system may not start. In this case, try to start the system again. If the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Lexus dealer.

■ Running out of fuel

When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light (→P. 504) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount of fuel is about 3.0 gal. [11.3 L, 2.5 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined.)

■ Electromagnetic waves

● High voltage parts and cables on hybrid vehicles incorporate electromagnetic shield-

ing, and therefore emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances.

● Your vehicle may cause sound interference in some third party-produced radio parts.

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)

The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving style and driving conditions.

■ High voltage precautions

This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe burns and electric shock that may result in death or serious injury.

● Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts, cables or their

connectors.

● The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high voltage. Be

careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and always obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.

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■ Road accident cautions

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Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:

● Pull your vehicle off the road, apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, and

turn the hybrid system off.

● Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.

● If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric shock may

occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.

● If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte

from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.

● If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicles, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never use

a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even a small amount of water may be dangerous.

● If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the wheels con-

nected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause a fire. (→P. 498)

● Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has leaked onto

the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as soon as possible.

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)

● Never resell, hand over or modify the hybrid battery. To prevent accidents, hybrid

batteries that have been removed from a disposed vehicle are collected through Lexus dealer. Do not dispose of the battery yourself.

Unless the battery is properly collected, the following may occur, resulting in death or serious injury:

• The hybrid battery may be illegally disposed of or dumped, and it is hazardous to the environment or someone may touch a high voltage part, resulting in an electric shock.

• The hybrid battery is intended to be used exclusively with your hybrid vehicle. If the hybrid battery is used outside of your vehicle or modified in any way, accidents such as electric shock, heat generation, smoke generation, an explosion and electrolyte leakage may occur.

When reselling or handing over your vehicle, the possibility of an accident is extremely high because the person receiving the vehicle may not be aware of these dangers.

● If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been removed, there is

a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connectors are touched. In the event that your vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid battery must be disposed of by your Lexus dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, it may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent

● Do not place objects that will block the air intake vent. The hybrid battery (traction

battery) may overheat and be damaged.

● Clean the air intake vent regularly to prevent the hybrid battery (traction battery)

from overheating.

● Do not get water or foreign materials in the air intake vent as this may cause a short

circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery).

● Do not carry large amounts of water such as water cooler bottles in the vehicle. If

water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery may be damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

For safety and security

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Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

The indicator light flashes after the power switch has been turned off to indicate that the system is operating.

The indicator light stops flashing after the power switch has been turned to ACCESSORY or ON mode to indicate that the system has been canceled.

■ System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.

■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

● If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object

● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a

built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

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WARNING

NOTICE

■ Certifications for the immobilizer system

 For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii, NATO Germany, Guam and Puerto Rico

 For vehicles sold in Canada

For safety and security

■ Certifications for the immobilizer system

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

■ To ensure the system operates correctly

Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Alarm

The alarm

The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is detected. The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is set:

● A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry

function, wireless remote control or mechanical key. (The doors will lock again automatically.)

● A locked trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry

function or wireless remote control.

● The hood is opened.

Setting the alarm system

Close the doors, trunk and hood, and lock all the doors. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds.

The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is set.

Deactivating or stopping the alarm

Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:

● Unlock the doors or open the trunk using the entry function or wireless

remote control.

● Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY or ON mode, or start the hybrid sys-

tem. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)

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■ System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.

■ Items to check before locking the vehicle

To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the following:

● Nobody is in the vehicle.

● The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.

● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.

■ Triggering of the alarm

The alarm may be triggered in the following situations: (Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)

● The trunk is unlocked using the mechanical

key.

● A person inside the vehicle opens a door, the

trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using an inside lock button.

For safety and security

● The 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced

when the vehicle is locked. (→P. 529)

■ Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, the door may automatically lock:

● When a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door and the alarm is activated.

● While the alarm is activated, a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.

● When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery.

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■ To ensure the system operates correctly

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Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Instrument cluster

2. Instrument cluster

Warning lights

and indicators.............................. 82

Gauges and meters..................... 86

Multi-information display ............91

Energy monitor/

consumption screen................. 96

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Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster and center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems. For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all warning lights and indicators illuminated.

The units used on the speedometer and some indicators may differ depending on the target region or grade/type.

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Warning lights

Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s systems.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light (→P. 503)

Malfunction indicator lamp (→P. 503)

SRS warning light (→P. 503)

ABS warning light (→P. 503)

1, 2

PCS warning light (→P. 504)

1, 3

(if equipped)

Electric power steering system warning light (→P. 504)

Slip indicator light (→P. 504)

Brake system warning light (→P. 503)

Low fuel level warning light (→P. 504)

Seat belt reminder light (→P. 504)

Master warning light (→P. 504)

Tire pressure warning light (→P. 505)

“AFS OFF” indicator

P. 505)

(→

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: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a

system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

: The light flashes or illuminates to indicate a malfunction.

: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.

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Indicators

The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Turn signal indicator (→P. 180)

Headlight indicator (→P. 182)

Tail light indicator (→P. 182)

Headlight high beam indicator (→P. 183)

Automatic High Beam indicator (→P. 185)

Fog light indicator (→P. 189)

“READY” indicator (→P. 168)

(if equipped)

1, 2

1, 3

4, 5

(if equipped)

1, 6

Intuitive parking assist indicator (→P. 237)

Slip indicator light (→P. 273)

VSC OFF indicator (→P. 274)

PCS warning light (→P. 208)

BSM outside rear view mirror indicators (→P. 264)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indicator (→P. 46)

EV indicator (→P. 69)

Radar cruise control indicator (→P. 225)

Cruise control “SET” indicator (→P. 225)

LDA indicator (→P. 216)

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(Canada)

Parking brake indicator (→ P. 181)

Parking brake indicator (→P. 181)

Low outside temperature indicator (→P. 91)

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WARNING

: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a

: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.

: The light turns on when the system is turned off.

: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate

in the following situations:

• When the power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch is set to ON.

• When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the power switch is in ON mode.

If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will turn off after a few seconds.

If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off, there may be a malfunction with the system. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.

: This light illuminates on the center panel.

: When the outside temperature is approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, the indicator

will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.

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■ If a safety system warning light does not come on

Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Gauges and meters

The units used on the speedometer may differ depending on the target region.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Tachometer/Hybrid System Indicator

Tachometer: Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Hybrid System Indicator: Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level. (→P. 88)

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or lower.

Clock

Time can be adjusted or a clock format can be set from (settings display) of the multi-information display. (→P. 91)

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (→P. 91) Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (→P. 509)

Speedometer

Displays the vehicle speed

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Shift position and shift range

Displays the selected shift position or selected shift range (→P. 175)

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Odometer, trip meter and maintenance required information display

Odometer: Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven

Trip meter: Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different distances independently.

Maintenance required information:

• Displays the maintenance required information when the power switch is in ON mode.

• It can be reset from (settings display) of the multi-information display. (→P. 91)

Background color of drive mode

Background color changes according to the drive mode. (→P. 262)

•Sport mode: Red

• Eco drive mode: Blue

When in Normal mode, the background color is Black.

Changing the display

Switches between odometer, trip meter and maintenance required information displays. When the trip meter is displayed, pressing and holding the button will reset the trip meter.

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Instrument panel light control

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.

Darker

Brighter

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■ The meters and display illuminate when

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The power switch is in ON mode.

■ Instrument panel brightness adjustment

The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be adjusted individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail lights will not change the instrument panel brightness. At this time, any adjustments made to the instrument panel brightness levels will be applied to both settings at once.

■ Limitation of brightness adjustment

The brightness of the instrument panel lights is automatically adjusted based on the light sensor detecting how bright the surroundings are. However, if the instrument panel brightness has been manually set to either the brightest or darkest setting, the automatic adjustment will not be performed.

■ Hybrid System Indicator

Power area Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is

being exceeded (during full power driving etc.)

Eco area Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an

Eco-friendly manner.

Hybrid Eco area Shows that gasoline engine power is not

being used very often. The gasoline engine will automatically stop

and restart under various conditions.

Charge area Shows regenerative charging.

● Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than the sport

mode.

● By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be

achieved.

● Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to

charge the battery.

*: When used in this manual, “regeneration” refers to the conversion of energy created

by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.

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■ Tachometer

Hybrid System Indicator switches to the tachometer when driving mode is in sport mode. The settings of the tachometer display can be changed on the multi-information display. (→P. 91)

■ Engine speed

Engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc. There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.

■ Outside temperature display

● In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the

display may take longer than normal to change.

• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)

• When the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight

● When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.

Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

■ Pop-up display

In some situations, a pop-up display will be temporarily displayed on the multi-information display or the odometer/trip meter/maintenance required information screen. The pop-up display function can be set on/off. (→P. 562)

■ Liquid crystal display

Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.

■ Customization

The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. (Customizable features →P. 560)

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■ The information display at low temperatures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed. For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear number appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to downshift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in personal death or injury.

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■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components

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● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates

the maximum engine speed.

● The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red

zone (H); or “Engine Coolant Temp High” is shown on the multi-information display. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (→P. 531)

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Multi-information display

Display contents

The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data. Displays the following information

when an icon is selected. (→P. 92)

Drive information

Select to display various drive data. (→P. 92)

Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)

Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.

•Route guidance

• Compass display (north-up display/heading-up display)

Audio system-linked display

Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the display using the meter control switches.

Driving assist information

Select to display the dynamic radar cruise control/LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) information, when the system is used. (→P. 216, 225)

Warning message display

Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a malfunction is detected. (→P. 509)

Settings display

Instrument cluster

Select to change the meter display settings. (→P. 562)

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Operating the meter control switches

The multi-information display is operated using the meter control switches.

Select an item/change pages Enter/Set Return to the previous screen Press:

Displays the screen registered to

When no screen has been registered, the drive information screen will be displayed.

Press and hold: Registers the currently displayed screen to (→P. 562)

The registration confirmation screen is displayed. If the selected screen cannot be registered, a registration failure message will be shown.

Drive information

Items displayed can be switched by pressing or of the meter control switches to select and pressing or .

■ Current fuel consumption*

Displays the current rate of fuel consumption

■ Average fuel economy (after reset*

Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset, the hybrid system was started, and the vehicle was refueled, respectively

Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

/after start/after refuel)*

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■ Average speed (after reset*

/after start)*

Displays the average vehicle speed since the function was reset and the hybrid system was started, respectively

■ Elapsed time (after reset*

/after start)*

Displays the elapsed time since the function was reset and the hybrid system was started, respectively

■ Distance (range/after start)*

Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remaining and the distance driven after the hybrid system was started respectively.

• This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.

• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be updated. When refueling, turn the power switch off. If the vehicle is refueled without turning the power switch off, the display may not be updated.

■ Energy monitor

→P. 96

■ Tire inflation pressure

Displays inflation pressure of each tire.

The inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be displayed.

■ LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) vehicle sway warning

→P. 216

■ Display off

A blank screen is displayed

: Displayed when the item is set in “Drive Info 1”, “Drive Info 2” or “Drive Info 3”.

(→P. 562)

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: The function can be reset by pressing the of the meter control switches for lon-

ger than 1 second when the item to reset is displayed. If there is more than one item that can be reset, the item selection screen will appear.

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Settings display

The settings of the following items can be changed, refer to P. 560

For functions that can be enabled or disabled, the function switches between on and off each time is pressed.

● (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (→P. 216)

● (Pre-Collision System) (→P. 205)

● AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped) (→P. 183)

● Clock

Adjusts the hour and minute of the clock on the multi-information display.

● Ambient illumin.

Select to turn the ornament lights on and off.

● Vehicle Settings

• Scheduled Maintenance (→P. 437)

• Oil Maintenance (→P. 451)

● Meter Settings

• Language Select to change the language on the display.

•Units Select to change the unit of measure.

•EV indicator Select to activate/deactivate the EV indicator.

• switch Displays a procedure to register a desired screen to .

You can register 1 screen as a shortcut, which can be displayed by pressing .

• Drive information 1/2/3 Select to select up to 2 items that will be displayed on a Drive information

screen, up to 3 Drive information screens can be set.

•Pop-up display Select to set the pop-up displays, which may appear in some situations, on/off.

• Accent color Select to change the accent colors on the screen, such as the cursor color.

•Tachometer Select to set the tachometer display.

• Default settings Registered or changed meter settings will be deleted or returned to their

default setting.

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WARNING

NOTICE

■ System check display

After turning the power switch to ON mode, opening image is displayed while system operation is checked. When the system check is complete, the normal screen will return.

■ Suspension of the settings display

In the following situations, the settings display using the meter control switches will be suspended.

● When a warning message appears on the multi-information display

● When the vehicle begins to move

■ Tire inflation pressure

● It may take a few minutes to display the tire inflation pressure after the power switch is

turned to ON mode. It may also take a few minutes to display the tire inflation pressure after inflation pressure has been adjusted.

● “---” may be displayed if the tire information cannot be determined due to unfavorable

radio wave conditions.

● Tire inflation pressure changes with temperature. The displayed values may also be dif-

ferent from the values measured using a tire pressure gauge.

■ When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals

The drive information will be reset.

■ Liquid crystal display

→P. 89

Instrument cluster

■ Caution for use while driving

For safety, avoid operating the meter control switch while driving as much as possible, and do not look continuously at the multi-information display while driving. Stop the vehicle and operate the meter control switch. Failure to do so may cause a steering wheel operation error, resulting in an unexpected accident.

■ Cautions during setting up the display

As the hybrid system needs to be operating during setting up the display, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.

■ During setting up the display

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is operating while setting up the display features.

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Energy monitor/consumption screen

You can view the status of your hybrid system on the multi-information display and the navigation system screen or Lexus Display Audio system screen.

Navigation system screen or Lexus Display Audio system screen

Multi-information display

Meter control switches

 Navigation system

“MENU” button

Remote Touch knob

For use of Remote Touch, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

 Lexus Display Audio system

“MENU” button Lexus Display Audio controller

(→P. 288)

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Energy monitor

 Navigation system screen

Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select on the “Menu” screen, and then select “Fuel Consumption”.

If the “Trip Information” or “Past Record” screen is displayed, select “Energy”.

 Lexus Display Audio screen

Press the “MENU” button on the Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Info” on the “Menu” screen, and then select “Fuel Consumption”.

If the “Energy Monitor” screen does not appear, move the controller to the right and select “Energy”.

 Multi-information display

Press or of the meter control switches and select , and then press or to select the energy monitor display.

Instrument cluster

When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor)

When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor)

When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine

Navigation system screen or

Lexus Display Audio screen

Multi-information display

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When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)

When there is no energy flow

Hybrid battery (traction battery) status

Navigation system screen or

Lexus Display Audio screen

Low Full Low Full

Multi-information display

These images are examples only.

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Fuel consumption

■ Trip information

 Navigation system screen

Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select on the “Menu” screen, and then select “Fuel Consumption”.

If the “Trip Information” screen does not appear, select “Trip Information”.

Resetting the consumption data Fuel consumption in the past 15

minutes Current fuel consumption Regenerated energy in the past

15 minutes One symbol indicates 50 Wh.

Up to 5 symbols are shown. Average vehicle speed since hybrid system was started

Elapsed time since the hybrid system was started

Cruising range (→P. 102)

Instrument cluster

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 Lexus Display Audio screen

Press the “MENU” button on the Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Info” on the “Menu” screen, and then select “Fuel Consumption”.

If the “Trip Information” screen does not appear, move the controller to the right and select “Trip Information”.

Fuel consumption in the past 15 minutes

Current fuel consumption

Regenerated energy in the past 15 minutes

One symbol indicates 50 Wh. Up to 5 symbols are shown.

Average vehicle speed since the hybrid system was started

Elapsed time since the hybrid system was started

Cruising range (→P. 102)

Average fuel consumption for the past 15 minutes is divided by color into past averages and averages attained since the power switch was last turned to ON mode. Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

The image is an example only.

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Lexus Es300h 2018 Owner's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

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