Lexus Lx470 2006 Owner's Manual

GAS STATION INFORMATION

D Fuel selection:

Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended.

D Fuel tank capacity:

96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 lmp.gal.)

D Engine oil:

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent

Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil.

Recommended oil viscosity − SAE 5W−30 if normal temperatures are below 38_C (100_F)

Oil capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) Drain and refill

with filter 6.8 (7.2, 6.0) without filter 6.4 (6.8, 5.6)

See page 410 for detailed information.

D Engine coolant:

Capacity: L (qt., lmp.qt.) 15.4 (16.3, 13.6)

Coolant type− “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant with long−life hybrid organic acid technology (Coolant with long−life hybrid organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic acids.)

Do not use plain water alone.

For checking the engine coolant, see page 413.

D Automatic transmission:

Fluid type − “Toyota Genuine ATF Type WS”

D Tire information:

See page 424 through 443 for detailed information.

D Tire inflation pressure:

Tire size: P275/60R18 111H

cold tires

kPa (kgf/cm

or bar, psi)

Normal driving Trailer towing

Front tires 200 (2.0, 29) 220 (2.2, 32). . . . . .

Rear tires 220 (2.2, 32) 240 (2.4, 35). . . . . .

FOREWORD

Congratulations on your selection of this Lexus. In Lexus vehicles we have invested all our engineering and design resources; all the know−how we have gained in over 60 years of making automobiles; the highest motivation of our most talented employees; and our tradition of incessant striving toward ever greater quality.

This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Lexus. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.

When it comes to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle very well and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.

If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, please call the following number:

U.S. OWNERS

If you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number: D When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada:

Lexus Roadside Assistance Toll−free: 1−800−25−LEXUS or 1−800−255−3987

D HAWAII:

Servco Automotive Roadside Assistance/Customer Services Toll−free: 1−800−25−LEXUS or 1−800−255−3987

CANADIAN OWNERS

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

Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service Toll−free: 1−800−26−LEXUS or 1−800−265−3987

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

All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

Please access our websites for further information.

D The U.S. mainland www.lexus.com D Hawaii www.servcolexus.com D Canada www.lexus.ca

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT

THIS MANUAL

Safety symbol

In this manual, you will also see a circle with a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

In this manual you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings. These are used in the following ways:

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT

YOUR LEXUS

Occupant restraint systems

Lexus encourages you and your family to take the time to read Section 1−6 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of helping you understand how you can receive the maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides, Section 1−6 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important section for you and your family to read.

Section 1−6 describes the function and operation concerning seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint systems of this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware of. These systems work together along with the overall structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced when it is used properly and together with other systems. No single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or your family with the equal level of restraint which these systems can provide when used together. That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other.

The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a collision. None of these systems, either individually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of collision. However, the more you know about these systems and how to use them properly, the greater your chances become of surviving an accident without death or serious injury.

Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags can be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with interior portions of the vehicle.

In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an object or some part of his or her body has been placed between the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. This is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1−6 of this Owner’s Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can provide to you and your family in the event of an accident.

Lexus recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1−6 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

Event data recorder

Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event Data Recorder (EDR).

The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the following information:

D Engine speed

D Whether the brake pedal was applied or not

D Vehicle speed

D To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed

D Position of the transmission selector lever

D Whether the driver and front passenger wore the seat belts

or not

D Driver’s seat position

D Front passenger’s occupant classification

D SRS airbag deployment data

D SRS airbag system diagnostic data

If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC) system, its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may contain another EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include activating the VSC under which the VSC EDR will record certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of the following information:

D Behavior of the vehicle

D Steering wheel angle

D Vehicle speed

D To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed

D To what extent the brake pedal was applied

D To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4

wheels

D Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data

The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

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

D An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing

company for a leased vehicle) is obtained

D Officially requested by the police or other authorities

D Used as a defense for Lexus in a law suit

D Ordered by the court

However, if necessary Lexus will:

D Use the data for research on Lexus vehicle safety

performance

D Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes

without disclosing details of the vehicle owner, and only when it is deemed necessary

D Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identification

information to a non−Lexus organization for research purposes

New vehicle warranty

Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited warranties:

D New vehicle warranty

D Emission control systems warranty

D Others

For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.

Your responsibility for maintenance

It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified maintenance is performed. Section 5 of this Owner’s Manual gives details of these maintenance requirements. Included in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance”.

Important health and safety information about your Lexus

CAUTION

D WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,

and a wide variety of automobile components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

D Battery posts, terminals and related accessories

contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

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.

If you install any Genuine Accessories such as a bull−bar, winch, etc., consult your Lexus dealer.

Spark ignition system of your Lexus

The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equipment Standard.

Installation of a mobile two−way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two−way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti−lock brake system, active traction control system, vehicle stability control system, active height control system, adaptive variable suspension system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Tires and loading on your Lexus

Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the excess load may result in the deterioration of steering ability and braking ability, leading to an accident. Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner’s Manual. For details about tire inflation pressure and load limits, see pages 424 and 328.

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 left as they are, this may cause an accident such as a 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.

Leak detection pump

This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This check is done several hours after the engine is turned off. So you may hear sound coming from underneath the luggage compartment for several minutes. It does not indicate a malfunction.

On−pavement and off−road driving tips

This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it is designed for off−road use also. In addition, this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than that of an ordinary passenger car. This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to rollover. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, accidents or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. Be sure to read “Off−road vehicle precautions” on page 310 and “Off−road driving precautions” on page 313.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please read this page and the rest of the Owner’s Manual carefully to make sure you fully understand the operation of your vehicle.

This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy reference to the appropriate pages.

BASIC OPERATION − QUICK REFERENCE

Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily understandable way for quick reference.

SECTION 1 − INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points you should pay particular attention to.

1. Keys and doors

2. Switches

3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators

4. Interior equipment

5. Exterior equipment

6. Occupant restraint systems

7. Steering wheel and mirrors

SECTION 2 − AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO

The features of the vehicle’s air conditioning and audio are explained in detail. Be sure to read this section so that you can make full use of them.

SECTION 3 − STARTING AND DRIVING

Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything in this section, and remember − drive safely!

SECTION 4 − IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

This section explains what to do in the event of an urgent situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc. If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this Owner’s Manual and follow the instructions given.

SECTION 5 − MAINTENANCE

This section explains the importance of regular maintenance. Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your Lexus will help to keep your vehicle in its best condition.

SECTION 6 − SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

Simple maintenance procedure and service data are provided here for your reference should you wish to perform inspection and maintenance yourself.

INDEX

The page number is listed for each item in the Owner’s Manual so that you can rapidly find the item and page you are searching for.

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GAS STATION INFORMATION

The information you need to know for appropriate servicing at the gas station is provided here.

QUICK INDEX

This is designed so that you can quickly find the needed information when an urgent situation arises.

Your Lexus Owner’s Manual provides you with a considerable amount of information. To use this information most effectively, please take the time to familiarize yourself with the contents and use of the manual.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

INSTRUMENT PANEL (Vehicles with navigation system)

PX602c

PICTORIAL INDEX

1 Power window switches 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Power door lock switch 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Window lock switch 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Driving position memory switch 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 Power quarter window switches 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Power rear view mirror control switches 194. . . . . .

7 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off

switch 45, 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Headlight and turn signal switch 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 Windshield wiper and washer switch 33. . . . . . . . . .

10 Center differential lock switch 266. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 Power antenna switch 222. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 Emergency flasher switch 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 Security indicator light 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 Outside temperature display 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15 Clock 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 Navigation system including air conditioning

controls (See the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.)

17 Front passenger occupant classification

indicator light 157. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 55. . . . .

19 Audio system 218. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20 Glove box 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.

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21 Tire pressure warning select switch 307. . . . . . . . . .

22 Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 38. . . . . .

23 Rear air conditioning switch 210. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

24 Power outlet 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25 Cigarette lighter 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26 Four−wheel drive control lever 266. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27 Seat heater switches 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28 Rear window defogger switch 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

29 Ashtray 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 Automatic transmission selector lever 259. . . . . . . .

31 Damping mode select switch 287. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32 Active height control switch 279. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33 Driving pattern selector switch 261. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34 Second start mode selector switch 266. . . . . . . . . . .

35 Cruise control switch 275. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36 Telephone switches and speech command switch

(See the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.)

37 Audio remote controls (Steering switches) 243. . . .

38 Lexus night view system on−off knob 272. . . . . . . .

39 Hood lock release lever 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 Fuel filler door opener 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

41 Tire pressure warning reset switch 305. . . . . . . . . . .

INSTRUMENT PANEL (Vehicles without navigation system)

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PICTORIAL INDEX

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PICTORIAL INDEX

1 Power window switches 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Power door lock switch 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Window lock switch 40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Driving position memory switch 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 Power quarter window switches 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Power rear view mirror control switches 194. . . . . .

7 Roll sensing of curtain shield

airbags off switch 45, 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Headlight and turn signal switch 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 Windshield wiper and washer switch 33. . . . . . . . . .

10 Center differential lock switch 266. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 Power antenna switch 222. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 Emergency flasher switch 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 Trip information display 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 Clock 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15 Outside temperature display 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 Security indicator light 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17 Audio system 218. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 Front passenger occupant classification

indicator light 157. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 55. . . . .

20 Automatic air conditioning controls 202. . . . . . . . . .

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21 Glove box 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22 Tire pressure warning select switch 307. . . . . . . . . .

23 Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 38. . . . . .

24 Rear air conditioning switch 210. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25 Power outlet 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26 Cigarette lighter 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27 Four−wheel drive control lever 266. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28 Seat heater switches 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

29 Rear window defogger switch 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 Ashtray 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

31 Automatic transmission selector lever 259. . . . . . . .

32 Damping mode select switch 287. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33 Active height control switch 279. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34 Driving pattern selector switch 261. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35 Second start mode selector switch 266. . . . . . . . . . .

36 Cruise control switch 275. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

37 Audio remote controls (Steering switches) 243. . . .

38 Lexus night view system on−off knob 272. . . . . . . .

39 Hood lock release lever 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 Fuel filler door opener 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

41 Tire pressure warning reset switch 305. . . . . . . . . . .

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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Vehicles sold in U.S.A.)

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PICTORIAL INDEX

1 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags

off indicator light 45, 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Voltmeter 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Fuel gauge 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Odometer and trip meter 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 “PWR” mode indicator light 261. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Driver’s seat belt reminder light 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 Turn signal indicator light 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Headlight high beam indicator light 32. . . . . . . . . . .

9 Headlight indicator light 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 Open door warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 Cruise control indicator light 276. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 Automatic transmission second start

indicator light 266. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 Tachometer 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 Engine coolant temperature gauge 48. . . . . . . . . . . .

15 Engine oil pressure gauge 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 Lexus night view system warning light 275. . . . . . .

17 Brake system warning light 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 Charging system warning light 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 Automatic transmission fluid temperature

warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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20 SRS warning light 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21 Variable gear ratio steering

system warning light 294. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22 Unengaged “Park” warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

23 Active height control indicator lights 284. . . . . . . . .

24 Low washer fluid warning light 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25 Engine oil replacement reminder light 56. . . . . . . . .

26 Vehicle stability control system OFF

indicator light 291. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27 Vehicle stability control system and active traction

control system warning light 289, 291. . . . . . . . . . . . .

28 Slip indicator light 290. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

29 Center differential lock indicator light 266. . . . . . . .

30 Active traction control system indicator light 288.

31 Automatic transmission indicator lights 259. . . . . .

32 Odo/Trip knob 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33 Tire pressure warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34 Malfunction indicator lamp 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35 Anti−lock brake system warning light 58. . . . . . . . . .

36 Instrument panel light control dial 66. . . . . . . . . . . . .

37 Low fuel level warning light 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38 Fuel filler door indicator 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Vehicles sold in Canada)

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PICTORIAL INDEX

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1 Roll sensing of curtain shield

airbags off indicator light 45, 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Voltmeter 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Fuel gauge 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Odometer and trip meter 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 “PWR” mode indicator light 261. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Driver’s seat belt reminder light 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 Turn signal indicator light 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Headlight high beam indicator light 32. . . . . . . . . . .

9 Tail light indicator light 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 Open door warning light 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 Cruise control indicator light 276. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 Automatic transmission second start

indicator light 266. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 Tachometer 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 Engine coolant temperature gauge 48. . . . . . . . . . . .

15 Engine oil pressure gauge 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 Lexus night view system warning light 275. . . . . . .

17 Brake system warning light 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 Discharge warning light 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 Automatic transmission fluid temperature

warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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20 SRS warning light 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21 Variable gear ratio steering system

warning light 294. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22 Unengaged “Park” warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

23 Active height control indicator lights 284. . . . . . . . .

24 Low washer fluid warning light 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25 Vehicle stability control system

OFF indicator light 291. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26 Vehicle stability control system and active traction

control system warning light 289, 291. . . . . . . . . . . . .

27 Slip indicator light 290. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28 Center differential lock indicator light 266. . . . . . . .

29 Active traction control system indicator light 288.

30 Automatic transmission indicator lights 259. . . . . .

31 Odo/Trip knob 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32 Tire pressure warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33 Malfunction indicator lamp 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34 Anti−lock brake system warning light 58. . . . . . . . . .

35 Instrument panel light control dial 66. . . . . . . . . . . . .

36 Low fuel level warning light 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

37 Fuel filler door indicator 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.

PICTORIAL INDEX

SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL

00X003i

Page

1 Tilt and telescopic steering

adjustment switch 192. . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Seat position, seat cushion angle

and height control switch 105, 106. .

3 Seatback angle control

switch 105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Lumbar support control

switch 106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.

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PICTORIAL INDEX

EXTERIOR VIEW

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Page

1 Rear window defogger 37. . . . . . . . . .

2 Back door 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Fuel filler door 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Moon roof 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 Windshield wiper

and washer 33, 458. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Outside rear view mirror 193. . . . . . .

7 Side door 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Tire and wheel 424. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 Headlights 30, 458. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 Hood 92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.

PICTORIAL INDEX

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BASIC OPERATION

QUICK REFERENCE

Driver’s seat 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steering wheel 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Headlight and turn signal switch 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiper switch 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

QUICK REFERENCE

1. DRIVER’S SEAT

Seat adjustment

Seat

position

Seat

cushion

angle

00X005c

Seat cushion

height

Seatback

angle

Lumbar support

Head restraint

height

Head restraint

angle

2. STEERING WHEEL

D TILT STEERING COLUMN

00X016f

To tilt the steering column up or down to the desired angle, push the control switch in the required direction and release the button when the steering column reaches the desired angle.

D TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN

00X015f

To move the steering column to the desired position, push the control switch away from you or pull it toward you until the steering column reaches the desired position.

3. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

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SELECTOR LEVER POSITION

P: Parking, engine starting and key removal

position

R: Reverse position

N: Neutral position

D: Normal driving position (Shifting into

overdrive possible)

4: Position for engine braking (Shifting into

overdrive not possible)*

3, 2: Position for more powerful engine braking

L: Position for maximum engine braking

QUICK REFERENCE

OPERATION OF SELECTOR LEVER

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K Shift while pressing the brake pedal. (Ignition

switch must be in the “ON” position.)

*When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from “D” to “4”, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For the operation to decrease the vehicle speed, see page 278.

QUICK REFERENCE

4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL

SWITCH

D HEADLIGHT SWITCH

With the ignition OFF

Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn on.

00X017a

Headlights also turn on.

Automatic light control

Headlight flasher

With the engine started and parking brake released

Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights turn on.

00X017a

Headlights also turn on at full intensity.

Automatic light control

High beam

00X008a

Headlight flasher

QUICK REFERENCE

D TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Right or left turn

00X010a

Lane change (Right or left)

5. WIPER SWITCH

D Front

00X009e

D Rear

00X011e

Automatic operation

Low speed operation

High speed operation

Washer on

Wiper on

(Intermittent operation)

Wiper on

(Normal operation)

Washer also on

Washer on

QUICK REFERENCE

SECTION 1 – 1

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Keys and doors

Keys 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine immobilizer system 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wireless remote control 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side doors 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Back door 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Theft deterrent system 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

KEYS AND DOORS

KEYS

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Master keys (black) − The master keys work in every lock. For your Lexus dealer to make you a new key with a built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need it.

Valet key (gray) − The valet key will not open the glove box.

Key number plate − Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.

A transponder chip for the engine immobilizer system has been placed in the head of the master and valet keys. These chips are required for the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose these keys. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine.

To protect items locked in the glove box when using valet parking, leave the valet key with the attendant.

Since the side doors and back door can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle.

If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Lexus dealer using the key number.

We recommend writing down the key number and storing it in a safe place.

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