Lexus ES Hybrid (2021) Owner’s Manual

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For safety and security

Vehicle status information and indicators

Before driving

Driving

Interior features

Maintenance and care

When trouble arises

Vehicle specifications

Make sure to read through them (Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)

Reading driving-related information (Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)

Opening and closing the doors and windows, adjustment before driving (Main topics: Keys, doors, seats, power windows)

Operations and advice which are necessary for driving (Main topics: Starting hybrid system, refueling)

Usage of the interior features (Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)

Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures (Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)

What to do in case of malfunction and emergency (Main topics: Battery discharge, flat tire)

Vehicle specifications, customizable features (Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)

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ES300h_OM_OM06209U_(U)

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

For your information ......................................6

Reading this manual.................................... 10

How to search .................................................11

Pictorial index .................................................12

For safety and security

1-1. For safe use

Before driving....................................22

For safe driving..................................23

Seat belts .............................................24

SRS airbags ....................................... 28

Front passenger occupant classifi-

cation system ................................. 37

Exhaust gas precautions ...............42

1-2. Child safety

Riding with children........................ 43

Child restraint systems ................. 43

1-3. Lexus Enform

Lexus Enform Safety Connect .. 55

1-4. Hybrid system

Hybrid system features...................61

Hybrid system precautions......... 64

1-5. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system ........................ 69

Alarm......................................................71

Before driving

3-1. Key information

Keys...................................................... 98

3-2. Opening, closing and locking the

doors and trunk

Doors .................................................. 101

Trunk .................................................. 105

Smart access system with push-

button start......................................112

3-3. Adjusting the seats

Front seats..........................................119

Driving position memory........... 120

Head restraints ...............................123

3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and

mirrors

Steering wheel ................................125

Inside rear view mirror ................126

Outside rear view mirrors..........127

3-5. Opening and closing the windows

and moon roof

Power windows .............................130

Moon roof.........................................132

Driving

Vehicle status information and

indicators

2-1. Instrument cluster

Warning lights and indicators.....74

Gauges and meters ....................... 78

Multi-information display.............. 81

Head-up display .............................. 86

Energy monitor/consumption

screen ............................................... 90

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle........................ 136

Cargo and luggage........................141

Vehicle load limits..........................143

Trailer towing...................................144

Dinghy towing.................................144

4-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch............... 145

EV drive mode............................... 150

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Hybrid transmission .....................152

Turn signal lever............................. 156

Parking brake ................................. 157

Brake Hold....................................... 159

4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Headlight switch............................. 161

Automatic High Beam................ 164

Windshield wipers and washer167

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap......... 172

4-5. Using the driving support systems

Lexus Safety System + 2.0........ 174

PCS (Pre-Collision System).....180

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).........187

RSA (Road Sign Assist).............. 196

Dynamic radar cruise control with

full-speed range..........................198

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .......208

Driving Mode Select switch ..... 213

PKSA (Parking Support Alert) 215

Intuitive parking assist ................. 216

RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)

function.......................................... 222

RCD (Rear Camera Detection)

function.......................................... 227

PKSB (Parking Support Brake)

........................................................... 229

Parking Support Brake function

(static objects) ............................235

Parking Support Brake function

(rear-crossing vehicles)........... 241

Parking Support Brake function

(rear pedestrians) ..................... 245

Driving assist systems................. 248

4-6. Driving tips

Hybrid vehicle driving tips........ 252

Winter driving tips....................... 254

Interior features

5-1. Remote Touch

Remote Touch............................... 258

5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge

Lexus Climate Concierge........ 263

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

Automatic air conditioning system

.......................................................... 265

Heated steering wheel/seat heat-

ers/seat ventilators................... 273

5-4. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ............................277

5-5. Using the storage features

List of storage features ..............280

Trunk features ............................... 283

5-6. Using the other interior features

Other interior features ..............284

Garage door opener ................. 296

Compass ......................................... 302

Maintenance and care

6-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the vehi-

cle exterior................................... 306

Cleaning and protecting the vehi-

cle interior.................................... 309

6-2. Maintenance

Maintenance requirements

.....

..312

General maintenance................. 313

Emission inspection and mainte-

nance (I/M) programs............. 316

TABLE OF CONTENTS

6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service precautions

............................................................ 317

Hood................................................... 319

Positioning a floor jack................ 319

Engine compartment................... 321

12-volt battery................................ 326

Tires ................................................... 329

Tire inflation pressure.................339

Wheels............................................... 341

Air conditioning filter.................. 342

Cleaning the hybrid battery (trac-

tion battery) air intake vent and fil-

ter..................................................... 344

Electronic key battery................ 347

Checking and replacing fuses 349

Headlight aim.................................. 351

Light bulbs....................................... 352

When trouble arises

7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers.....................358

If your vehicle has to be stopped in

an emergency.............................358

If the vehicle is trapped in rising

water............................................... 359

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs to be towed

............................................................ 361

If you think something is wrong

........................................................... 364

If a warning light turns on or a warn-

ing buzzer sounds..................... 365

If a warning message is displayed

........................................................... 375

If you have a flat tire.....................379

If the hybrid system will not start

.......................................................... 386

If you lose your keys....................388

If the fuel filler door cannot be

opened ..........................................388

If the electronic key does not oper-

ate properly................................. 389

If the 12-volt battery is discharged

........................................................... 391

If your vehicle overheats........... 396

If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 399

Vehicle specifications

8-1. Specifications

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level,

etc.) ................................................. 402

Fuel information............................ 409

Tire information ...............................411

8-2. Customization

Customizable features ..............420

8-3. Items to initialize

Items to initialize.............................431

For owners

9-1. For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S.

owners........................................... 434

Seat belt instructions for Canadian

owners (in French) ................... 434

SRS airbag instructions for Cana-

dian owners (in French) ......... 436

Headlight aim instructions for

Canadian owners (in French)44

Index

What to do if... (Troubleshooting)

........................................................... 446

Alphabetical index ...................... 449

TABLE OF CONTENTS

For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

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.

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:

 Hybrid system  Multiport fuel injection sys-

tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system

 Lexus Safety System + 2.0  Anti-lock brake system  SRS airbag system  Seat belt pretensioner 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.

Vehicle data recording

The vehicle is equipped with sophisticated computers that will record certain data, such as:

• Engine speed/Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)

• Accelerator status

•Brake status

• Vehicle speed

• Operation status of the driving assist systems

• Images from the cameras Your vehicle is equipped with cameras. Contact your Lexus dealer for the location of recording cameras

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 this computer 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

 Recorded image information can be

erased by your Lexus dealer.

The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the function is disabled, data from when the system operates will not be available.

 To learn more about the vehicle

data collected, used and shared by Lexus, please visit www.lexus.com/privacyvts/

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/

Event data recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main pur-

pose 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 pas-

senger 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 information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner

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

WARNING

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

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 with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.

■ General precaution regarding chil-

dren’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.

Reading this manual

Explains symbols used in this manual

Symbols in this manual

Symbols Meanings

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.

Symbols in illustrations

Symbols Meanings

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

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

Symbols Meanings

Indicates the component or position being explained.

Means Do not, Do not do

this, or Do not let this happen.

How to search

■ Searching by name

 Alphabetical index: P.449

■ Searching by installation position

 Pictorial index: P.12

■ Searching by title

 Table of contents: P.2

■ Searching by symptom or sound

 What to do if... (Troubleshooting):

P.446

Pictorial index

■Exterior

Doors ...........................................................................................................................P.101

Locking/unlocking..............................................................................................................P.101

Opening/closing the side windows...........................................................................P.130

Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key................................................P.389

Warning buzzer .................................................................................................................P.104

Trunk ...........................................................................................................................P.105

Opening from inside the cabin ....................................................................................P.107

Opening from outside ..................................................................................................... P.107

Opening by using the mechanical key ....................................................................P.389

Warning buzzer .................................................................................................................P.104

Outside rear view mirrors .................................................................................... P.127

Adjusting the mirror angle..............................................................................................P.127

Folding the mirrors............................................................................................................P.128

Driving position memory

Defogging the mirrors....................................................................................................P.266

Windshield wipers .................................................................................................. P.167

..............................................................................................P.120

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Precautions against winter season............................................................................P.256

To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)

.................................................P.270

Precautions against car wash ......................................................................................P.307

Fuel filler door .......................................................................................................... P.172

Refueling method ...............................................................................................................P.172

Fuel type/fuel tank capacity .........................................................................................P.403

Tires............................................................................................................................P.329

Tire size/inflation pressure ...........................................................................................P.407

Winter tires/tire chain ....................................................................................................P.254

Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system..............................................P.329

Coping with flat tires........................................................................................................P.379

Hood ........................................................................................................................... P.319

Opening ................................................................................................................................ P.319

Engine oil..............................................................................................................................P.404

Coping with overheating...............................................................................................P.396

Warning messages ..........................................................................................................P.375

Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving

(Replacing method: P.352, Watts: P.408)

Headlights/side marker lights/cornering lights............................................. P.161

Turn signal lights ...................................................................................................... P.156

Parking lights/daytime running lights................................................................ P.161

Tail/stop lights........................................................................................................... P.161

License plate lights .................................................................................................. P.161

Back up lights

Shifting the shift lever to R..............................................................................................P.153

:If equipped

Pictorial index

■Instrument panel

Power switch ............................................................................................................ P.145

Starting the hybrid system/changing the mode..........................................P.145, 148

Emergency stop of the hybrid system......................................................................P.358

When the hybrid system will not start ......................................................................P.386

Warning messages ..........................................................................................................P.375

Shift lever................................................................................................................... P.152

Changing the shift position............................................................................................ P.153

Precautions against towing............................................................................................P.361

When the shift lever does not move ..........................................................................P.153

Meters ..........................................................................................................................P.78

Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel lights.................................P.78

Warning lights/indicator lights ...................................................................................... P.74

When the warning lights come on.............................................................................P.365

Multi-information display ........................................................................................P.81

Display....................................................................................................................................... P.81

Energy monitor.....................................................................................................................P.90

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When the warning messages are displayed..........................................................P.375

Parking brake switch ............................................................................................. P.157

Applying/releasing ............................................................................................................P.157

Precautions against winter season............................................................................P.255

Warning buzzer/message............................................................................................P.375

Turn signal lever ...................................................................................................... P.156

Headlight switch....................................................................................................... P.161

Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights.............................P.161

Automatic High Beam......................................................................................................P.164

Windshield wiper and washer switch ................................................................ P.167

Usage.......................................................................................................................................P.167

Adding washer fluid.........................................................................................................P.325

Warning messages ..........................................................................................................P.375

Emergency flasher switch .................................................................................. P.358

Hood lock release lever ........................................................................................ P.319

Tilt and telescopic steering control switch/

tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever................................................ P.125

Adjustment ........................................................................................................................... P.125

Driving position memory

Air conditioning system .......................................................................................P.265

.............................................................................................P.120

Usage.....................................................................................................................................P.265

Rear window defogger...................................................................................................P.266

Audio system

Trunk opener main switch ...................................................................................... P.111

: If equipped

: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■Switches

Pictorial index

Camera switch

Head-up display switch*1........................................................................................P.86

Instrument panel light control switches ............................................................ P.80

*1, 2

Odometer/trip meter/trip meter reset button .............................................. P.80

VSC OFF switch.....................................................................................................P.249

Driving Mode Select switch ................................................................................ P.213

Trunk opener switch............................................................................................... P.107

Fuel filler door opener switch.............................................................................. P.173

: If equipped

: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Pictorial index

Driving position memory switches*................................................................... P.120

Outside rear view mirror switches .................................................................... P.127

Door lock switches .................................................................................................P.103

Window lock switch ................................................................................................ P.131

Power window switches ........................................................................................P.130

:If equipped

Meter control switches .......................................................................................... P.82

Paddle shift switches .............................................................................................. P.154

TEL switch

Pictorial index

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ....................................................................... P.187

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ................................................................. P.203

Cruise control switches

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..........................................P.198

Audio remote control switches

Talk switch

: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Seat ventilator switches

Seat heater switches

Heated steering wheel switch

Rear sunshade switch ...........................................................................................P.293

Remote Touch........................................................................................................ P.258

..................................................................................... P.273

........................................................................................... P.273

..........................................................................P.273

EV drive mode switch ............................................................................................P.150

Brake hold switch .................................................................................................... P.159

:If equipped

■Interior

Pictorial index

SRS airbags................................................................................................................ P.28

Floor mats ....................................................................................................................P.22

Front seats .................................................................................................................. P.119

Head restraints ........................................................................................................ P.123

Seat belts .....................................................................................................................P.24

Inside lock buttons ..................................................................................................P.103

Console box..............................................................................................................P.281

Cup holder ................................................................................................................P.281

Assist grips ...............................................................................................................P.293

■Ceiling

Pictorial index

Interior lights ...........................................................................................................P.278

Personal lights.........................................................................................................P.278

Moon roof switches

“SOS” button

.............................................................................................. P.132

............................................................................................................P.55

Door-linked personal light switch ..................................................................... P.278

Vanity mirrors ........................................................................................................ P.284

Sun visors................................................................................................................. P.284

Inside rear view mirror .......................................................................................... P.126

Garage door opener buttons .............................................................................P.296

:If equipped

For safety and security

1-1. For safe use

Before driving.................................22

For safe driving.............................. 23

Seat belts ..........................................24

SRS airbags .................................... 28

Front passenger occupant classifi-

cation system .............................. 37

Exhaust gas precautions ............42

1-2. Child safety

Riding with children..................... 43

Child restraint systems .............. 43

1-3. Lexus Enform

Lexus Enform Safety Connect 55

1-4. Hybrid system

Hybrid system features............... 61

Hybrid system precautions...... 64

1-5. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system ..................... 69

Alarm...................................................71

For safety and security

WARNING

1-1.For safe use

1-1. For safe use

Before driving

Observe the following before starting off in the vehicle to ensure safety of driving.

Installing floor mats

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.

1 Insert the retaining hooks (clips)

into the floor mat eyelets.

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 seat.

● 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.

2 Turn the upper knob of each retain-

ing 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.

■ Before driving

● 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.

1-1. For safe use

WARNING

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.119)

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.119)

Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears. (P.123)

Wear the seat belt correctly. (P.25)

● 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 and head restraint.

● 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.

Correct use of the seat belts

Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. (P.25) Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P.43)

For safety and security

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

Adjusting the mirrors

Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside and outside rear view mirrors properly. (P.126, 127)

WARNING

1-1. For safe use

Seat belts

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

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.

■ Wearing 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.

■ Pregnant women

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P.25)

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.

● 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.

■ People suffering illness

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P.25)

■ When children are in the vehicle

P.43

■ Seat belt damage and wear

● Do not damage the seat belts by allow-

ing the belt, plate, or buckle to be jammed in the door.

● Inspect the seat belt system periodi-

cally. 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.

WARNING

● Ensure that the belt and plate are

WARNING

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.

Correct use of the seat belts

1-1. For safe use

● Use a child restraint system appropriate

for the child, until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P.43)

● When the child becomes large enough to

properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt, follow the instructions regarding seat belt usage. (P.24)

■ Seat belt extender

If your seat belts cannot be fastened securely because they are not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available from your Lexus dealer free of charge.

■ Rear seat belt

Use the seat belt after passing it through the guide if the seat belt comes free from the guide.

For safety and security

 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.

■ Child seat belt usage

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

■ Using a seat belt extender

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.

● Do not wear the seat belt extender if

you can fasten the seat belt without the extender.

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NOTICE

WARNING

● Do not use the seat belt extender

● The personalized extender may not be

■ When using a seat belt extender

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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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.

safe on another vehicle, when used by another person, or at a different seating position other than the one originally intended.

Fastening and releasing the seat belt

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 a child restraint system (CRS) firmly. To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more.

Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height (front seats)

1 Push the seat belt shoulder anchor

down while pressing the release button .

2 Push the seat belt shoulder anchor

up while pressing the release button .

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

1 To fasten the seat belt, push the

plate into the buckle until a click sound is heard.

2 To release the seat belt, press the

release button .

■ Emergency locking retractor (ELR)

The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop o r on impa ct. It ma y also lock if y ou lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy

■ Adjustable shoulder anchor

Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause death or serious injuries in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.

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WARNING

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 or side collision or a vehicle rollover.

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

■ Replacing the belt after the preten-

sioner has been activated

If the vehicle is involved in multiple collisions, the pretensioner will activate for the first collision, but will not activate for the second or subsequent collisions.

● Do not place anything, such as a cush-

ion, 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.

For safety and security

■ Seat belt pretensioners

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.

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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.

SRS airbag system

■ Location of the SRS airbags

 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 help prevent the occupants from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of vehicle rollover

■ SRS airbag system components

For safety and security

Front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors) Knee airbags Front passenger airbag Curtain shield airbags Side impact sensors (front door) Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters Side impact sensors (front) Front side airbags Side impact sensors (rear) Rear side airbags Driver airbag SRS warning light Driver’s seat position sensor

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Driver’s seat belt buckle switch Airbag sensor assembly “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch Front impact sensors

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.

■ 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 front 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.

● The hybrid system will be stopped and

fuel supply to the engine will be stopped. (P.67)

● All of the doors will be unlocked.

(P.102)

● The brakes and stop lights will be con-

trolled automatically. (P.248)

● The interior lights will turn on automati-

cally. (P.278)

● The emergency flashers will turn on auto-

matically. (P.358)

● For Lexus Enform Safety Connect sub-

scribers, if any of the following situations occur, 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.55)

• An SRS airbag is deployed.

• A seat belt pretensioner is activated.

• The vehicle is involved in a severe rearend collision.

■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS

front airbags)

● The SRS front airbags will deploy in the

event of an impact that exceeds the set threshold 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 pas-

senger 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.

■ 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 speed of 12 - 18 mph [20 30 km/h]).

● Both SRS curtain shield airbags may

deploy in the event of a severe side collision.

● Both SRS curtain shield airbags will

deploy in the event of vehicle rollover.

● Both SRS curtain shield airbags may also

deploy in the event of a severe frontal collision.

■ Conditions under which the SRS air-

bags may deploy (inflate), other than a collision

The SRS front airbags and SRS curtain shield airbags 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

surface

● 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.

■ Types of collisions that may not deploy

the SRS airbags (SRS front airbags)

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

For safety and security

■ Types of collisions that may not deploy

the SRS airbags (SRS side and curtain shield airbags)

The SRS side and curtain shield airbags may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles,

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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 frontal or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed side collision.

● Collision from the front

● Collision from the rear

● Vehicle rollover

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, deformed or has had a hole made in it, 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 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 lowspeed frontal collision.

● Collision from the rear

● Pitching end over end

■ When to contact your Lexus dealer

In the following cases, the vehicle will

● The pad section of the steering wheel,

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

● The surface of the seats with the SRS side

airbag is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

● The portion of the front pillars, rear pillars

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

■ 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.

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● The SRS driver airbag deploys with

considerable force, and can cause death or serious 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.

For safety and security

WARNING

● If the seat belt extender has been con-

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nected to the driver’s seat belt buckle but the seat belt extender has not also been fastened to the latch plate of the driver’s seat belt, the SRS front airbags for the driver will judge that the driver is wearing the seat belt even though the seat belt has not been connected. In this case, the SRS front airbags for the driver 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.

● 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.43)

● Do not allow the front seat occupants

to hold items on their knees.

● 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

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

WARNING

● Do not attach anything to or lean any-

thing against areas such as the dashboard, steering wheel pad and lower portion of the instrument panel. 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, side window, front or rear pillar, roof side rail and assist grip.

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● Do not strike or apply significant levels

of force to the area of the SRS airbag components or the front doors. 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.

● Do not place anything, such as a cush-

ion, 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 SRS front airbags for the front passenger may not deploy in the event of a collision.

For safety and security

● Do not hang coat hangers or other

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 SRS 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.

■ Modification and disposal of SRS air-

bag 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, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars, roof side rails, front door panels, front door trims or front door speakers

● Modifications to the front door panel

(such as making a hole in it)

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● Repairs or modifications of the front

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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 suspen-

sion system

● Installation of electronic devices such

as mobile two-way radios and CD players

● Modifications to your vehicle for a per-

son with a physical disability

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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 front passenger airbag, and front passenger knee airbag.

System components

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light SRS warning light

 For the U.S.A.

“AIR BAG ON” indicator light “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light

 For Canada

For safety and security

“AIR BAG ON” indicator light “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light

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■ Front passenger occupant classifica-

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tion system precautions

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” indi-

cator 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 the 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 pocket).

● Do not put weight on the front passen-

ger 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 pas-

senger seat.

● 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 the 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 illuminated. 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 for-

ward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the proper order. (P.45)

● 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 seatbacks.

● Do not use a seat accessory, such as a

cushion and seat cover, that covers the seat cushion surface.

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● Do not modify or replace the uphol-

stery of the front seat.

● Do not place anything between the

console box and front passenger seat. Otherwise, the system may not detect the front passenger properly, leading to improper operation of the airbags.

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● Adjust the front passenger seat so that

the head restraint does not touch the ceiling. If the head restraint is left in contact with the ceiling, the system may not detect the front passenger properly, leading to improper operation of the airbags.

Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system

■ Adult

■ Child

Indicator/warning

light

Devices

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

SRS warning light Off

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt

reminder light

Front passenger airbag

Front passenger knee airbag

“AIR BAG ON”

Off*2 or flashing

Activated

For safety and security

Indicator/warning

light

Devices

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

SRS warning light Off

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt

reminder light

Front passenger airbag

Front passenger knee airbag

“AIR BAG OFF” or

“AIR BAG ON”

Off*2 or flashing

Deactivated or acti-

vated

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■ Child restraint system with infant

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

Indicator/warning

light

SRS warning light Off

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt

reminder light

Front passenger airbag

Devices

Front passenger knee airbag

■ Unoccupied

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

Indicator/warning

light

SRS warning light

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt

reminder light

Front passenger airbag

Devices

Front passenger knee airbag

■ There is a malfunction in the system

“AIR BAG OFF”

Off*2 or flashing

Deactivated

“AIR BAG OFF”

Off

Deactivated

Indicator/warning

light

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

SRS warning light

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt

“AIR BAG OFF”

reminder light

Front passenger airbag

Devices

Deactivated

Front passenger knee airbag

: 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 sys-

tem 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 forward-

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facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (P.45)

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

restraint system properly. (P.43)

For safety and security

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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 vehi-

cle 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.

■ 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.

● Do not leave the vehicle with the

hybrid system operating 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 oper-

ating 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.

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WARNING

Riding with children

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Child restraint systems

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 contact 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.104, 131)

 Do not let small children operate

equipment which may catch or pinch body parts, such as the power window, hood, trunk, seats etc.

Before installing a child restraint system in the vehicle, there are precautions that need to be observed, different types of child restraint systems, as well as installation methods, etc., written in this manual.

Use a child restraint system when riding with a small child that cannot properly use a seat belt. For the child’s safety, install the child restraint system to a rear seat. Be sure to follow the installation method that is in the operation manual enclosed with the restraint system.

Table of contents

Points to remember: P.43 Child restraint system: P.44 When using a child restraint system:

P.45

For safety and security

■ When children are in the vehicle

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.

Child restraint system installation method

• Fixed with a seat belt: P.47

• Fixed with a child restraint LATCH anchor: P.50

• Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap): P.53

Points to remember

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

 Prioritize and observe the warnings,

as well as the laws and regulations

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for child restraint systems.

 Use a child restraint system until the

child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.

 Choose a child restraint system that

suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child.

■ When a child is riding

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

● For effective protection in automobile

accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system which is correctly installed. For installation details, refer to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system. General installation instruction is provided in this manual.

● Lexus strongly urges the use of a

proper child restraint system that conforms to the weight and 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.

● Holding a child in your or someone

else’s arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield or between the holder and the interior of the vehicle.

■ Handling the child restraint system

If the child restraint system is not properly 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.

● If the vehicle were to receive a strong

impact from an accident, etc., it is possible that the child restraint system has damage that is not readily visible. In such cases, do not reuse the restraint system.

● Make sure you have complied with all

installation instructions provided with the child restraint system manufacturer and that the system is properly secured.

● Keep the child restraint system prop-

erly 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.

Child restraint system

■ Types of child restraint system installation methods

Confirm with the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system about the installation of the child restraint system.

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Installation method Page

Seat belt attachment P.47

For safety and security

Child restraint LATCH

anchors attachment

Anchor brackets (for top

tether strap) attachment

When using a child restraint system

■ When installing a child restraint

system to a front passenger seat

For the safety of a child, install child restraint systems to a rear seats. When installing child restraint system to a front passenger seat is unavoidable, adjust the seat as follows and install the child restraint system.

P.50

P.53

 Move the front seat fully rearward.  Adjust the seatback angle to the

most upright position.

When installing a forward-facing child seat, if there is a gap between the child seat and the seatback, adjust the seatback angle until good contact is achieved.

 Adjust the front of the seat cushion

to the uppermost position.

 Adjust the seat height to the upper-

most position.

WARNING

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 Adjust the lumbar support to the

lowest position.

 Adjust the pelvic support

to the

lowest position.

 If the head restraint interferes with

the child restraint system installation and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. Otherwise, put the head restraint in the upper most position.

:If equipped

● A forward-facing child restraint sys-

tem 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.

● A forward-facing child restraint sys-

tem may be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. When installing a forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, adjust the seatback angle to the most upright position, move the seat to the rearmost position, and raise the seat to the upper most position, even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated.

■ When using a child restraint system

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

● 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.

● Do not allow the child to lean his/her

head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear 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 and curtain shield airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

WARNING

● 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.

● Use child restraint system suitable to

the age and size of the child and install it to the rear seat.

● 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 righthand rear seat.

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■ Rear-facing  Infant seat/con-

vertible seat

1 Place the child restraint system on

the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle.

2 Run the seat belt through the child

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

For safety and security

● Adjust the front passenger seat so that

it does not interfere with the child restraint system.

Child restraint system fixed with a seat belt

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

■ Installing child restraint system

using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt)

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

3 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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4 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.

5 After installing the child restraint

system, rock it back and forth to ensure that it is installed securely. (P.50)

■ Forward-facing  Convertible

seat

1 Adjust the seat

When using the front passenger seat: If installing the child restraint system to the front passenger seat is unavoidable, refer to P.45 for front passenger seat adjustment.

2 Place the child restraint system on

the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

3 Run the seat belt through the child

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

4 Fully extend the shoulder belt and

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

5 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

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extended.

6 If the child restraint has a top tether

strap, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s operation manual regarding the installation, using the top tether strap to latch onto the top tether strap anchor. (P.53)

7 After installing the child restraint

system, rock it back and forth to ensure that it is installed securely. (P.50)

■ Booster seat

1 If installing the child restraint sys-

tem to the front passenger seat is unavoidable, refer to P.45 for front passenger seat adjustment.

 High back type

For safety and security

3 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.24)

2 Place the child restraint system on

the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

 Booster type

■ Removing a child restraint system

installed with a seat belt

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

When releasing the buckle, the child restraint system may spring up due to the rebound of the seat cushion. Release the buckle while holding down the child restraint system.

Since the seat belt automatically reels itself, slowly return it to the stowing position.

WARNING

1-2. Child safety

● When securing some types of child

restraint systems in rear seats, it may not be possible 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.

■ When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

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

● 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 buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut the belt.

● 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.

● After securing a child restraint system,

never adjust the seat.

● When a booster seat is installed,

■ 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.26)

■ 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.

Child restraint system fixed with a child restraint LATCH anchor

■ Child restraint LATCH anchors

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

● Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system manufacturer.

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■ When installing in the rear out-

board seats

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

1 Remove the cover.

 With flexible lower attachments

2 Latch the hooks of the lower

attachments onto the LATCH anchors. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint sys-

tem indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

For safety and security

Canada only

 With rigid lower attachments

2 Latch the buckles onto the LATCH

anchors. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint sys-

WARNING

1-2. Child safety

tem indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

Canada only

3 If the child restraint has a top tether

strap, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s operation manual regarding the installation, using the top tether strap to latch onto the top tether strap anchor. (P.53)

4 After installing the child restraint

system, rock it back and forth to ensure that it is installed securely. (P.50)

■ When installing in the rear center

seat

There are no LATCH anchors behind the rear center seat. However, the inboard LATCH anchors of the outboard seats, which are 16.9 in. (430 mm) apart, can be if the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions permit use of those anchors with the

anchor spacing stated. Child restraint systems with rigid lower

attachments cannot be installed in the center seat. This type of child restraint system can only be installed in the outboard seat.

■ Laws and regulations pertaining to

anchors

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 SAE J1819.

■ When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

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

● 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.

● Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system manufacturer.

● Never attach two child restraint sys-

tem attachments to the same anchor. In a collision, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child restraint system attachments and may break. If the LATCH anchors are already in use, use the seat belt to install a child restraint system in the center seat.

WARNING

● When securing some types of child

● If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap)

■ Anchor brackets (for top tether

strap)

Anchor brackets are provided for each rear seat.

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 Rear center seat

Anchor bracket Top tether strap

■ Fixing the top tether strap to the

anchor bracket

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

1 Remove the head restraint.

For safety and security

Use anchor brackets when fixing the top tether strap.

 Outboard rear seats

Anchor brackets Top tether strap

2 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. (P.50)

WARNING

NOTICE

1-2. Child safety

 Outboard rear seats

Hook Top tether strap

 Rear center seat

● Firmly attach the top tether strap and

make sure that the belt is not twisted.

● Do not attach the top tether strap to

anything other than the anchor bracket.

● After securing a child restraint system,

never adjust the seat.

● Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system manufacturer.

■ Anchor brackets (for top tether

strap)

When not in use, make certain to close the lid. If it remains open, the lid may be damaged.

Hook Top tether strap

■ Laws and regulations pertaining to

anchors

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 SAE J1819.

■ When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

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

1-3.Lexus Enform

Lexus Enform Safety Con-

nect

:If equipped

Safety Connect is a subscriptionbased telematics service that uses Global Positioning System (GPS) data and embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security features to subscribers. Safety Connect is supported by Lexus’ designated response center, which operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Safety Connect service is available by subscription on select, telematics hardware-equipped vehicles.

By using the Safety Connect service, you are agreeing to be bound by the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and its Terms and Conditions, as in effect and amended from time to time, a current copy of which is available at Lexus.com. All use of the Safety Connect service is subject to such then-applicable Terms and Conditions.

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System components

“SOS” button LED light indicators Microphone

For safety and security

■ Certification for Lexus Enform

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

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 For vehicles sold in Canada

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For safety and security

Services

Subscribers have the following Safety

Connect services available:

 Automatic Collision Notification

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Helps drivers receive necessary response from emergency service providers.

P.59)

(

: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2

 Stolen Vehicle Location

Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft.

P.59)

(

 Emergency Assistance Button

(“SOS”)

Connects drivers to response-center support. (

P.59)

 Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Provides drivers various on-road assistance. (

P.59)

Subscription

After you have signed the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and are enrolled, you can begin receiving services.

A variety of subscription terms is available for purchase. Contact your Lexus dealer, call the following or push the “SOS” button in your vehicle for further subscription details.

 The United States

1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987)

 Canada

1-800-26-LEXUS (1-800-265-3987)

 Puerto Rico

1-877-539-8777

Fall 2009 on select Lexus models (in the contiguous United States only). Contact with the Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the telematics device being in operative condition, cellular connection availability, and GPS satellite signal reception, which can limit the ability to reach the response center or receive emergency service support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscription Service Agreement required. A variety of subscription terms is available; charges vary by subscription term selected and location.

● Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Location will function in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, Puerto Rico and in Canada, and Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United States, Puerto Rico and in Canada.

● Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle and Enhanced Road Assistance will not function in the United States Virgin Islands. For vehicles first sold in the USVI, no Safety Connect services will function in and outside the United States Virgin Islands.

● Safety Connect services are not subject

to section 255 of the Telecommunications Act and the device is not TTY compatible.

■ Languages

The Safety Connect response center will offer support in multiple languages. The Safety Connect system will offer voice prompts in English, Spanish, and French. Please indicate your language of choice when enrolling.

■ When contacting the response center

You may be unable to contact the response center if the network is busy.

■ Safety Connect Services Information

● Phone calls using the vehicles

Bluetooth ble during Safety Connect.

● Safety Connect is available beginning

technology will not be possi-

Safety Connect LED light Indicators

When the power switch is turned to

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ON mode, the red indicator light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off. Afterward, the green indicator light comes on, indicating that the service is active.

The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage conditions:

 Green indicator light on = Active

service

 Green indicator light flashing =

Safety Connect call in process

 Red indicator light (except at vehi-

cle start-up) = System malfunction (contact your Lexus dealer)

 No indicator light (off) = Safety

Connect service not active

Safety Connect services

■ Automatic Collision Notification

In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the system is designed to automatically call the response center. The responding agent receives the vehicle’s location and attempts to speak with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emergency. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services provider to describe the situation, and requests that assistance be sent to the location.

■ Stolen Vehicle Location

If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect can work with local authorities to assist

them in locating and recovering the vehicle. After filing a police report, call the Safety Connect response center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-

3987) in the United States, 1-877-

539-8777 in Puerto Rico or 1-800265-3987 in Canada, and follow the prompts for Safety Connect to initiate this service.

In addition to assisting law enforcement with recovery of a stolen vehicle, Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle location data may, under certain circumstances, be shared with third parties to locate your vehicle. Further information is available at Lexus.com.

■ Emergency Assistance Button

(“SOS”)

In the event of an emergency on the road, push the “SOS” button to reach the Safety Connect response center. The answering agent will determine your vehicle’s location, assess the emergency, and dispatch the necessary assistance required.

If you accidentally press the “SOS” button, tell the response-center agent that you are not experiencing an emergency.

■ Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds GPS data to the already included warranty-based Lexus roadside service.

Subscribers can press the “SOS” button to reach a Safety Connect response-center agent, who can help with a wide range of needs, such as: towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a description of the Roadside Assistance

For safety and security

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services and their limitations, please see the Safety Connect Terms and Conditions, which are available at Lexus.com.

Safety information for Safety Connect

Important! Read this information about exposure to radio frequency signals before using Safety Connect;

The Safety Connect system installed in your vehicle is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. It receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.

In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for mobile wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by the following U.S. and international standards bodies.

reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1).

The design of Safety Connect complies with the FCC guidelines in addition to those standards.

 ANSI (American National Stan-

dards Institute) C95.1 [1992]

 NCRP (National Council on Radia-

tion Protection and Measurement) Report 86 [1986]

 ICNIRP (International Commission

on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection) [1996]

Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. Over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, and government health agencies and industries

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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.

System components

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

Gasoline engine Electric motor (traction motor)

For safety and security

■ When stopped/during start off

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

engine is stopped

and the electric

motor (traction motor) is used. When the shift lever is in N, the hybrid

battery (traction battery) is not being

when the

charged.

: When the hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery) requires charging or the engine is warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will not automatically stop.

■ During normal driving

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

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■ 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 brak-

ing)

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

■ 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 driv-

ing 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 auto-

matically in the following conditions

● During gasoline engine warm-up

● During hybrid battery (traction battery)

charging

● When the temperature of the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery) is high or low

● When the heater is switched on

: Depending on the circumstances, the

gasoline engine may also not stop automatically in other situations.

■ 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.393

■ 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.

■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a

hybrid vehicle

There may be no engine sound or vibration even thou gh th e veh icle is ab le 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

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soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid battery (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 transmis-

sion 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 regenera-

tive 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 under the rear seat.

■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and dis-

posal

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.420)

■ Acoustic vehicle alerting system

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

● In very noisy areas

● In the wind or the rain

For safety and security

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting 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. This sound may be heard inside the vehicle. The sound will stop when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 22 mph (35 km/h).

1-4. Hybrid system

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.

System components

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

Warning label Service plug Hybrid battery (traction battery) High voltage cables (orange) Electric motor (traction motor) Power control unit Air conditioning compressor

■ 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.368) 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 2.4gal. [9.0 L, 2.0 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

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WARNING

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

● Your vehicle may cause sound interfer-

ence 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.

■ Starting the hybrid system in an

extremely cold environment (for vehicles sold in except Canada)

When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is extremely cold (below approximately 22°F [-30°C]) under the influence of the outside temperature, it may not be possible to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to start the hybrid system again after the temperature of the hybrid battery increases due to the outside temperature increase etc.

● Never try to open the service plug

access hole located under the rear seat (right side). The service plug is used only when the vehicle is serviced and is subject to high voltage.

For safety and security

■ Road accident cautions

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

● Stop the vehicle in a safe place to pre-

vent subsequent accidents. While depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P to stop the hybrid system. Then, slowly release the brake pedal.

● Do not touch the high voltage parts,

cables and connectors.

■ 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.

● If electric wires are exposed inside or

outside your vehicle, an electric shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.

● For vehicles sold in Canada: 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.

WARNING

● For vehicles sold in except Canada:

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Do not touch the battery if liquid is leaking from or adhering to it. If electrolyte (carbonic-based organic electrolyte) from the hybrid battery (traction battery) comes into contact with the eyes or skin, it could cause blindness or skin wounds. In the unlikely event that it comes into contact with the eyes or skin, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water, and seek immediate medical attention.

● If electrolyte is leaking from the hybrid

battery (traction battery), do not approach the vehicle. Even in the unlikely event that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is damaged, the internal construction of the battery will prevent a large amount of electrolyte from leaking out. However, any electrolyte that does leak out will give off a vapor. This vapor is an irritant to skin and eyes and could cause acute poisoning if inhaled.

● Do not bring burning or high-tem-

perature items close to the electrolyte. The electrolyte may ignite and cause a fire.

● If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle,

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 connected 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.361)

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)

● Your vehicle contains a sealed lithium-

ion 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.

● 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.

NOTICE

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)

NOTICE

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.

Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent

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● When dust etc. has accumulated in the

air intake vent, periodically clean it with a vacuum cleaner to prevent the vent from clogging.

● A filter is installed to the air intake vent.

When the filter remains noticeably dirty even after cleaning the air intake vent, filter cleaning or replacement is recommended. When cleaning or replacing the filter, contact your Lexus dealer. Refer to P.344 for details on how to clean the filter.

For safety and security

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

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery) air

intake vent

● Make sure not to block the air intake

vent with anything, such as a seat cover, plastic cover, or luggage. If the vents become blocked, the hybrid battery (traction battery) input and output may be restricted, leading to a reduction in hybrid battery (traction battery) output and a malfunction.

● 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.

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

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message and follow the instructions.

■ If a warning light comes on, a warning

message is displayed, or the 12-volt battery is disconnected

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.

1-5.Theft deterrent system

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.

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ACCESSORY or ON mode to indicate that the system has been canceled.

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.

Operating the system

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

■ Certifications for the immobilizer system

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

■ 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 touch-

ing a key registered to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

For safety and security

NOTICE

 For vehicles sold in Canada

■ To ensure the system operates cor-

1-5. Theft deterrent system

rectly

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 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.

:Except for Canada

Setting/canceling/stopping the 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.

■ Setting

Close the doors, trunk and hood, and lock all the doors using the entry func-

tion or wireless remote control. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds.

Except for Canada, the alarm can also be set using the mechanical key.

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

■ Canceling or stopping

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

 Except for Canada: Unlock the

doors using the entry function, wireless remote control or mechanical key.

 For Canada: Unlock the doors using

the entry function or wireless remote control.

 Turn the power switch to ACCES-

SORY or ON mode, or start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)

■ System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.

■ Triggering of the alarm

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

For safety and security

NOTICE

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● For Canada: The doors are unlocked

using the mechanical key.

● The trunk is unlocked using the mechani-

cal key.

● A person inside the vehicle opens a door,

the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using a door lock switch.

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

■ To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

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

● The 12-volt battery is recharged or

replaced when the vehicle is locked. (P.393)

■ Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, depending on the situation, the door may automatically lock to prevent improper entry into the vehicle:

● When a person remaining in the vehicle

Vehicle status information

and indicators

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Warning lights and indicators. 74

Gauges and meters ....................78

Multi-information display........... 81

Head-up display ........................... 86

Energy monitor/consumption

screen ............................................ 90

Vehicle status information and indicators

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Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, center panel and outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.

Warning lights and indicators displayed on the instrument cluster

The image may differ from the actual condition.

Warning lights

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

Brake system warning light*1

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(yellow)

(P.365)

Brake system warning light*1 (P.365)

(red)

Brake system warning light*1 (P.365)

High coolant temperature warning light

(P.365)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(U.S.A.)

Charging system warning

(P.366)

light Low engine oil pressure warn-

ing light

Malfunction indicator lamp

(P.366)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(P.366)

SRS warning light

ABS warning light

(P.366)

(P.367)

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WARNING

(Canada)

(red)

(yellow)

(orange)

(flashes)

ABS warning light

(P.367)

Brake Override System warning light/Drive-Start Control

warning light

(P.367)

Electric power steering system

warning light

(P.367)

Electric power steering system

warning light

(P.367)

Low fuel level warning light (P.368)

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (P.368)

Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (P.368)

Tire pressure warning light*1 (P.369)

LTA indicator*2 (P.369)

Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-

(if equipped) (P.369)

cator

Parking brake indicator

(flashes)

(U.S.A.)

(P.371)

Parking brake indicator

(flashes)

(Canada)

(P.371)

Brake hold operated indica-

(P.372)

(flashes)

tor Hybrid system overheat warn-

ing light Master warning light

(P.372)

: These lights come on when the power

switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will go off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not come on, or go off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

Vehicle status information and indicators

(flashes)

(flashes or

illuminates)

RCTA OFF indicator*1 (if equipped) (P.370)

RCD OFF indicator (if equipped) (P.370)

PKSB OFF indicator*1 (if equipped) (P.370)

PCS warning light*1 (P.371)

Slip indicator

(P.371)

■ 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.

Indicators

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

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systems.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(white)

(green)

Turn signal indicator (P.156)

Headlight indicator (P.161)

Tail light indicator (P.161)

Headlight high beam indicator (P.163)

Automatic High Beam indicator (P.164)

PCS warning light

*1, 2

(P.180) Cruise control indicator

(P.198) Dynamic radar cruise control

indicator (P.198) Cruise control “SET” indicator

(P.198)

LTA indicator (P.192)

(flashes)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

RCD OFF indicator*2 (if equipped) (P.227)

*1, 2

PKSB OFF indicator

(if

equipped) (P.230)

Slip indicator*1 (P.248)

*1, 2

VSC OFF indicator (P.249)

Smart access system with pushbutton start indicator (P.145)

“READY” indicator (P.145)

AGC indicator

(P.214)

EV drive mode indicator (P.150)

Parking brake indicator (P.157)

Brake hold standby indicator

(P.159) Brake hold operated indica-

(P.159)

tor

(orange) (flashes)

LTA indicator (P.192)

BSM outside rear view mirror indicators

*1, 3

(if equipped)

(P.208, 222) BSM indicator (if equipped)

(P.208) Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-

*1, 2

cator

(if equipped)

(P.216)

*1, 2

RCTA OFF indicator

(if

equipped) (P.223)

(U.S.A.)

EV indicator (P.62)

Low outside temperature indi-

(P.78)

cator

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indica-

*1, 6

tor

(P.37)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indica-

*1, 6

(P.37)

tor

(Canada)

Traction battery status indica-

tor

(P.90)

 Drive mode indicators

Eco drive mode indicator (P.213)

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Sport mode indicator (P.213)

: These lights come on when the power

: This light comes on when the system is

turned off.

: This light illuminates on the outside rear

view mirrors.

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

: When the outside temperature is

approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, this indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.

: This light illuminates on the center

panel.

Vehicle status information and indicators

DEF

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Gauges and meters

Meter display

■ Locations of gauges and meters

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (P.81) Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (P.375)

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

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (P.79) This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (P.84, 213)

Speedometer Clock

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (P.284)

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Shift position and shift range (P.152)

WARNING

Odometer and trip meter display (P.80)

■ Hybrid System Indicator

Charge area

Shows regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to

charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).

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.

Eco area

Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an Eco-friendly manner.

By keeping the bar display within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can be achieved.

Power area

Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceeded (during full power driving etc.)

: When used in this manual, regeneration

refers to the conversion of energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.

■ Engine speed

On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is pre-

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cisely 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.

■ Hybrid System Indicator is displayed

when

The Hybrid System Indicator is displayed in the following situations:

● The shift lever is in D or S.

● The hybrid system is started.

■ 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 “--” or “E” is displayed, the system

may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

■ Liquid crystal display

P.82

■ Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized on of the multi-information display.

(P.84)

■ The information display at low tem-

peratures

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.

Vehicle status information and indicators

WARNING

NOTICE

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 death or injury.

■ To prevent damage to the engine and

● Do not let the indicator needle of the

● The engine may be overheating if the

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its components

tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates the maximum engine speed.

engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P.396)

Odometer and trip meter display

■ Display items

 Odometer

Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

 Trip meter A/trip meter B

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.

 Distance until next engine oil

change

Displays the distance the vehicle can be driven until an oil change is necessary.

■ Changing the display

Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is pressed, the displayed item will be

changed. When the trip meter is displayed, pressing and holding the switch will reset the trip meter.

■ Pop-up display

Distance until the next engine oil change will be displayed when a warning message indicating that oil maintenance should be performed soon or is required is displayed.

Changing the instrument panel light brightness

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.

1 Darker 2 Brighter

■ Brightness of the meter lights (day mode

and night mode)

The brightness of the meter lights can be adjusted individually.

In the following situations, the meters

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changes between day mode and night mode.

● Day mode: When the tail lights are off or

when the tail lights are on but the surrounding area is bright

● Night mode: When the tail lights are on

and the surrounding area is dark

Multi-information display

Display and menu icons

■ Display

By selecting menu icons on the multiinformation display, a variety of driving-related information can be displayed. The multi-information display can also be used to change display settings and other vehicle settings.

Warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displays are also displayed in certain situations.

Vehicle status information and indicators

■ Menu icons

The menu icons will be displayed by pressing or of the meter con-

trol switches.

Driving information display (P.82)

Navigation system-linked display (if equipped) (P.83)

Audio system-linked display (P.83)

Driving support system information display (P.83)

Warning message display (P.375)

Settings display (P.84)

WARNING

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■ 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.

■ Caution for use while driving

● When operating the multi-information

display while driving, pay extra attention to the safety of the area around the vehicle.

● Do not look continuously at the multi-

information display while driving as you may fail to see pedestrians, objects on the road, etc. ahead of the vehicle.

■ The information display at low tem-

peratures

P.79

Changing the meter display

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

Call sending/receiving and history display Linked with the hands-free system, sending or receiving call is displayed. For details regarding the hands-free system, refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Content of driving information

■ Display items

Press or of the meter control switches and select . Then press

or to display the following

items:

 Drive information 1  Drive information 2  Energy monitor (P.90)  Tire pressure (P.331)

/ : Select menu icons

/ : Change displayed content, scroll up/down the screen and move the cursor up/down

Press: Enter/Set Press and hold: Reset

Return to the previous screen

 Display off

■ Drive information 1/Drive informa-

tion 2

Displays drive information such as the following:

Use the displayed values as a reference only.

 Drive information 1

• Current fuel consumption

• Average fuel economy (after reset)

 Drive information 2

• Distance (driving range)

• Average vehicle speed (after reset)

Displayed items (listed below) can be

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changed on . (P.84)  Current fuel consumption

Bar type: Displays instantaneous current fuel consumption

 Average fuel economy

After reset: Displays average fuel consumption since the display was reset

After start: Displays average fuel consumption since hybrid system start

After refuel: Displays average fuel consumption since refuel

 Average vehicle speed

After reset: Displays average vehicle speed since the display was reset

After start: Displays average vehicle speed since hybrid system start

 Elapsed time

After reset: Displays elapsed time since the display was reset

After start: Displays elapsed time since hybrid system start

 Distance

Driving range: Displays driving range with remaining fuel

After start: Displays the distance driven since hybrid system start

*2, 3

 Other

Blank: No item

: To reset, display the desired item and

press and hold “OK” of the meter control switches.

: 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.

Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)

Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.

 Route guidance to destination  Compass display (heading-up dis-

play)

■ Route guidance to destination display

When the route guidance to destination display is enabled on the head-up display, it will not be displayed on the multi-information display. (P.87)

Audio system-linked display

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

Driving support system information display

Select to display the operational status of the following systems:

 LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

(P.187)

 Dynamic radar cruise control with

full-speed range (P.198)

 RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if

equipped) (P.196)

Vehicle status information and indicators

WARNING

NOTICE

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Settings display

■ Meter display settings that can be

changed

 Language

Select to change the language displayed.

 Units

Select to change the units of measure displayed.

 Speedometer display

Select to set the display of the speedometer to digital or analog.

 Drive information 1/Drive informa-

tion 2

Select to select up to 2 items (P.82) that will be displayed on each Drive information screen (Drive information 1 screen and Drive information 2 screen) respectively.

 Clock

Select to switch between 12-hour display and 24-hour display.

 Pop-up display

Select to enable/disable some pop-up displays for each relevant system.

 Accent color

Select to change the accent color on the screen, such as the cursor color.

 Tachometer setting

Select to set the display of the Hybrid System Indicator or tachometer for each driving mode.

 EV indicator

Select to enable/disable the EV indicator.

 Default setting

Select to reset the meter display settings to the default setting.

■ Vehicle functions and settings that

can be changed

P.420

■ Suspension of the settings display

● Some settings cannot be changed while

driving. When changing settings, park the vehicle in a safe place.

● If a warning message is displayed, opera-

tion of the settings display will be suspended.

■ Cautions during setting up the dis-

play

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.

Suggestion function

Displays suggestions to the driver in the following situations. To select a response to a displayed suggestion, use the meter control switches.

■ Suggestion to turn off the head-

lights

If the headlights are left on for a certain amount of time with the headlight

switch in after the power switch has been turned off, a suggestion mes-

sage will be displayed asking if you wish to turn the headlights off.

To turn the headlights off, select “Yes”.

If a front door is opened after the power switch is turned off, this suggestion message will not be displayed.

■ Customization

Some functions can be customized. (P.420)

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Vehicle status information and indicators

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Head-up display

:If equipped

The head-up display projects a variety of driving-related information and the operating state of the driving support systems on the windshield.

System components

Illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and may differ from the image that is actually displayed by the head-up display.

Driving support system display area (P.88) Navigation system-linked display area (if equipped)

Displays the following items which are linked to the navigation system:

• Route guidance to destination

•Street name

• Compass (heading-up display)

Driving information display area

Displays the following items:

• Speed limit of the current road (linked to the navigation system) (U.S.A. only)

• RSA (Road Sign Assist) display (if equipped) (P.196)

• Speedometer

• Shift position and shift range (P.152)

Hybrid System Indicator/tachometer display area (P.89)

Head-up display switch

WARNING

NOTICE

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■ Head-up display will operate when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■ When using the head-up display

The head-up display may seem dark or hard to see when viewed through sunglasses, especially polarized sunglasses. Adjust the brightness of the head-up display or remove your sunglasses.

■ Street name display

Only street names which are included in the map data will be displayed.

■ When using the head-up display

● Check that the position and brightness

of the head-up display image does not interfere with safe driving. Incorrect adjustment of the image’s position or brightness may obstruct the driver’s view and lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

● Do not continuously look at the head-

up display while driving as you may fail to see pedestrians, objects on the road, etc. ahead of the vehicle.

● Do not place anything on or put stick-

ers onto the head-up display projector. Doing so could interrupt head-up display indications.

● Do not touch the inside of the head-up

display projector or thrust sharp edges or the like into the projector. Doing so could cause mechanical malfunctions.

Using the head-up display

■ Enabling/disabling the head-up

display

Press the Head-up display switch.

■ Changing settings of the head-up

display

Vehicle status information and indicators

■ Head-up display projector

● Do not place any drinks near the head-

up display projector. If the projector gets wet, electrical malfunctions may result.

The following settings can be changed on of the multi-information display.

(P.81)  Brightness and vertical position of

the head-up display

Select to adjust the brightness or vertical position of the head-up display.

 Hybrid System Indicator/tachome-

ter

Select to display the Hybrid System Indicator, tachometer or no content.

 Display content

WARNING

NOTICE

Select to enable/disable the following items:

• Route guidance to destination/street name

• Driving support system display

• Compass (heading-up display)

• Audio system operation status

: Make sure to enable this display when

using the driving support systems

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 Display angle

Select to adjust the angle of the head-up display.

■ Enabling/disabling of the head-up dis-

play

If the head-up display is disabled, it will remain disabled when the power switch is turned off then back to ON mode.

■ Display brightness

The brightness of the head-up display can be adjusted on of the multi-information

display. Also, it is automatically adjusted according to the ambient brightness.

■ Head-up display automatic position

adjustment

If the display position is recorded into memory, the head-up display will be automatically adjusted to the desired position. (P.120)

■ When the 12-volt battery is discon-

nected

The customize settings of the head-up display will be reset.

■ Caution for changing settings of the

head-up display

As the hybrid system needs to be operating while changing the settings of the head-up 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.

■ When changing the settings of the

head-up display

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is operating while the changing the settings of the head-up display.

Driving support system display area

Displays the operational status of the following systems:

 LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

(P.187)

 Dynamic radar cruise control with

full-speed range (P.198)

Details of content displayed on the headup display may differ from that displayed on the multi-information display. For details, refer to the explanation of each system.

Pop-up display

Pop-up displays for the following systems will be displayed when necessary.

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■ Driving support systems

Displays a warning/suggestion/advice message or the operating state of a relevant system.

 PCS (Pre-Collision System)

(P.180)

 Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)

(P.216)

 Parking Support Brake function

(static objects) (if equipped) (P.235)

 Brake Override System (P.136)  Drive-Start Control (P.137)

Details of content displayed on the headup display may differ from that displayed on the multi-information display. For details, refer to the explanation of each system.

■ / icons

These icons are linked to the multiinformation display

■ Audio system operation status

Displayed when an audio remote control switch on the steering wheel is operated.

■ Hands-free system status

Displayed when the hands-free system is operated.

■ When a pop-up display is displayed

When a pop-up display is displayed, a current display may no longer be displayed. In this case, the display will return after the pop-up display disappears.

Hybrid System Indicator/tachometer display area

■ Hybrid System Indicator

Vehicle status information and indicators

: Master warning icon

Displayed when a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display. (P.375)

: Information icon

Displayed when a suggestion pop-up display (P.84) or advice pop-up display is displayed on the multi-information display.

■ Warning message

Some warning messages are displayed when necessary, according to certain conditions.

Details of content displayed on the headup display may differ from that displayed on the multi-information display.

Charge area Hybrid Eco area Eco area Power area

Displayed content is the same as that displayed on the meter (Hybrid System Indicator). For details, refer to P.79.

■ Tachometer

Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

2-1. Instrument cluster

Energy monitor/consumption screen

You can view the status of your hybrid system and fuel consumption information on the multi-information display and Center Display.

12.3-inch display model: The energy monitor or consumption screen can be displayed on the side display.

System components

Multi-information display Center Display Meter control switches “MENU” button Touchpad

Energy monitor

 Center Display

Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, and then select on the menu screen.

If the “Trip Information” or “History” screen is displayed, select “Energy”.

 Multi-information display

Press or of the meter control switches and select , and then press or

to select the energy monitor display.

2-1. Instrument cluster

When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor)

Center Display

When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor)

Center Display

When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine Center Display

Multi-information display

Vehicle status information and indicators

When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)

2-1. Instrument cluster

Center Display

When there is no energy flow Center Display

Multi-information display

These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)

Low

status

High

 Center Display

2-1. Instrument cluster

ABC

CDE

 Multi-information display

Low High

These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

Consumption

Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select on the

screen, and then select “Trip Information” or “History”.

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

Average fuel consumption for the past 15 minutes is divided by color into past averages and averages attained since the power switch w as last turned to O N mode. Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

■ History

If a screen other than “History” is displayed, select “History”.

Vehicle status information and indicators

■ Trip information

If a screen other than “Trip Information” is displayed, select “Trip Information”.

Resetting the consumption data Fuel consumption in the past 15

minutes Current fuel consumption

Best recorded fuel consumption Latest fuel consumption Previous fuel consumption record Resetting the history data Updating the latest fuel consump-

tion data

The average fuel consumption history is divided by color into past averages and the

average fuel consumption since the last updated. Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

■ Updating the history data

Update the latest fuel consumption by selecting “Update” to measure the current fuel consumption again.

■ Resetting the data

The fuel consumption data can be deleted by selecting “Clear”.

■ Cruising range

Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remaining.

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.

2-1. Instrument cluster

The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

■ Trip information (type B)

Displays the cruising range, latest fuel consumption and the amount of time elapsed since the hybrid system was started.

Using the side display (12.3-inch display model)

Display the vehicle information on the side display (P.261), and then select

or to display the desired

screen.

■ Trip information (type A)

Displays the average fuel consumption and regenerated energy for the past 10 minutes in 1 minute intervals, as well as the cruising range.

The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

■ History

Displays the average fuel consumption and highest fuel consumption.

The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

■ Energy monitor

Displays the hybrid system operation and energy recovery states.

Displayed content is the same as that displayed on the multi-information display. (P.90)

2-1. Instrument cluster

Vehicle status information and indicators

The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

2-1. Instrument cluster

Before driving

3-1. Key information

Keys ................................................... 98

3-2. Opening, closing and locking the

doors and trunk

Doors................................................ 101

Trunk................................................105

Smart access system with push-

button start.................................. 112

3-3. Adjusting the seats

Front seats...................................... 119

Driving position memory ........120

Head restraints............................ 123

3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and

mirrors

Steering wheel............................. 125

Inside rear view mirror............. 126

Outside rear view mirrors...... 127

3-5. Opening and closing the win-

dows and moon roof

Power windows........................... 130

Moon roof ..................................... 132

Before driving

3-1.Key information

3-1. Key information

Keys

Key types

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Electronic keys

• Operating the smart access system with push-button start (P.112)

• Operating the wireless remote control function

Mechanical keys Key number plate

■ When riding in an aircraft

When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.

■ Electronic key battery depletion

● The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.

● If the battery becomes low, an alarm will

sound in the cabin when the hybrid system is stopped.

● Battery-saving mode can reduce the

power consumption of electronic keys that are not used for long periods of time. (P.113)

● As the electronic key always receives

radio waves, the battery will become depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indicate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P.347)

• The smart access system with push-button start or the wireless remote control does not operate.

• The detection area becomes smaller.

• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.

You can replace the battery by yourself (P.347). However, as there is a danger that the electronic key may be damaged, it is recommended that replacement be carried out by your Lexus dealer.

● To avoid serious deterioration, do not

leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:

•TVs

• Personal computers

• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers

• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones

•Table lamps

• Induction cookers

■ Replacing the battery

P.347

■ Confirmation of the registered key

number

The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.

■ If “A New Key has been Registered

Contact Your Dealer for Details” is shown on the multi-information display

This message will be displayed each time the driver’s door is opened when the doors are unlocked from the outside for approximately 10 days after a new electronic key has been registered. If this message is displayed but you have not had a new electronic key registered, ask your Lexus dealer to check if an unknown electronic key (other than those in your

3-1. Key information

NOTICE

possession) has been registered.

■ To prevent key damage

● Do not drop the keys, subject them to

strong shocks or bend them.

● Do not expose the keys to high tem-

peratures for long periods of time.

● Do not get the keys wet or wash them

in an ultrasonic washer etc.

● Do not attach metallic or magnetic

materials to the keys or place the keys close to such materials.

● Do not disassemble the keys.

● Do not attach a sticker or anything else

to the surface of the electronic key.

● Do not place the keys near objects that

produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, audio systems and induction cookers.

● Do not place the keys near medical

electrical equipment such as low-frequency therapy equipment or microwave therapy equipment, and do not receive medical attention with the keys on your person.

■ Carrying the electronic key on your

person

Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appliances that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances within 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, causing the key to not function properly.

Wireless remote control

The electronic keys are equipped with the following wireless remote control:

Locks the doors (P.101) Unlocks the doors (P.101) Opens the windows and moon

roof

(P.101) Opens the trunk (P.107) Sounds the alarm (P.99)

: This setting must be customized at your

Lexus dealer.

■ Theft deterrent panic mode

When is pressed for longer than about one second, an alarm will sound intermittently and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle.

To stop the alarm, press any button on the electronic key.

Before driving

■ In case of a smart access system with

push-button start malfunction or other key-related problems

P.389

■ When an electronic key is lost

P.388

100

3-1. Key information

Using the mechanical key

To take out the mechanical key, push the release button and take the key out.

The mechanical key can only be inserted in one direction, as the key only has grooves on one side. If the key cannot be inserted in a lock cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt to insert it.

After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted or the entry function does not operate properly, you will need the mechanical key. (P.389)

■ When required to leave the vehicle’s

key with a parking attendant

Turn the trunk opener main switch off (P.111), lock the glove box (P.281) and armrest door (P.294) as circumstances demand. Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the electronic key only.

■ If you lose your mechanical keys

P.388

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