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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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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 af fect 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.
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 twoway 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, 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 366 and 292.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your
Lexus contain explosive c hemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped
with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are,
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.

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Door lock switch and power window
switches 25, 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Driving position memory switches 165
. . . . . . . . . . .
3Power rear view mirror control switches 172 . . . . . .
4Side vents 192
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Instrument panel light control dial 70
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 32, 34, 37, 38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Audio remote control switches 215, 246
. . . . . . . . . . .
8Ignition switch 257
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Speech command switch See the separate . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
10Multiinformation display control button 67 . . . . . . . .
11Windshield wiper and washer switches 38
. . . . . . . . .
12Seat ventilator/heater switches 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Emergency flasher switch 47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Clock 74
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. . . .
15Audio system or navigation system
including audio system
(For the navigation system, see the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.) 198, 222 . . .
16Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 60 . . . . . .
17“AIRBAG OFF” indicator light 140
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18“AIRBAG ON” indicator light
140
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Security indicator light 14, 27
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20Glove box 77
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21Front passenger seat position
memory switches 167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic air conditioning controls 182
. . . . . . . . . .
23Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch 43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Grocery bag hook 86
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25Automatic transmission selector lever 260 . . . . . . . .
26Rear electric sunshade switch 87
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 269 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Cigarette lighter and ashtray 75
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Traction control system off switch 270
. . . . . . . . . . .
30Cruise control switch 266
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Power adjustable pedals switch 170
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32Parking brake pedal 258
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33Auxiliary box 84
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34Hood lock release lever 90
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Trunk lid opener 91
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Fuel filler door opener 94
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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Tachometer
56
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light 270 . . . .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Engine oil replacement reminder light 62
. . . . . . . . . .
5Headlight indicator light 32
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight high beam indicator light 37
. . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Fog light indicator light 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Cruise control indicator light 266
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Slip indicator light 270, 273
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light 66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Low fuel level warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic transmission indicator lights 260 . . . . . .
14Engine coolant temperature gauge 55
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15Odometer and trip meter
56
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16Trip meter reset knob 56
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17Fuel gauge 54
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18Low washer fluid warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Low engine oil level warning light 62
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Multiinformation display 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Rear light failure warning light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Low engine oil pressure warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . .
23Brake system warning light 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Antilock brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . .
25Driver’s seat belt reminder light 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Discharge warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27SRS warning light 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Open door warning light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Malfunction indicator lamp 63
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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Tachometer
56
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Traction control system off indicator light 270 . . . .
3Vehicle stability control system/traction control
system warning light 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Tail light indicator light 34
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Headlight high beam indicator light 37
. . . . . . . . . . . .
6Turn signal indicator light 37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Fog light indicator light 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Cruise control indicator light 266
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Slip indicator light 270, 273
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Automatic headlight leveling system
warning light 66 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Low fuel level warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Automatic transmission indicator lights 260 . . . . . .
13Engine coolant temperature gauge 55
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14Odometer and trip meter
56
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Trip meter reset knob 56
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Fuel gauge 54
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Low washer fluid warning light 66
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Low engine oil level warning light 62
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Multiinformation display 67
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Rear light failure warning light 65
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Low engine oil pressure warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . .
22Brake system warning light 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Antilock brake system warning light 64
. . . . . . . . . . .
24Driver’s seat belt reminder light 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Discharge warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26SRS warning light 60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Open door warning light 65
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28Malfunction indicator lamp 63
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL
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1Tilt steering lock release
lever 170. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Seat position, seat cushion
angle and height
control switch 105, 106 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Seatback angle control
switch 105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Lumbar support control
switch 106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each Section.

KEYS AND DOORS
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KEYS
1Master keys (black) — These keys work in every lock.
For your Lexus dealer to make a new key with a
builtin transponder chip, your dealer will need one
of them.
2Valet key (gray) — This key will not open the glove
box and rear armrest door in the rear seat.
3Key number plate — Keep the plate in a safe place
such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been
placed in the head of the master and valet keys. These chips
are needed to enable 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 trunk or glove box when using
valet parking, leave the valet key with the attendant.
The trunk lid can be opened using a loop of wire in the trunk
even with the trunk lid opener main switch in the glove box
turned off.
When keeping items in the trunk, be sure to turn off
the trunk lid opener main switch and lock the glove box and rear
armrest door. To turn off the main switch in the glove box, see
page 92. For locking the glove box, see page 77. For locking
the rear armrest door, see page 85.
Since the doors can be locked without a key, you should always
carry the flat key or 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.

KEYS AND DOORS
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Flat key
As a transponder chip is built in its key case, you can start
the engine with this key.
The flat key works in every lock.
A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been
placed in the key case of the flat key. This chip is needed to
enable the system to function correctly, so be careful not to lose
this key. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be
able to cancel the system or start the engine.
Insert your key plate in its key case as shown. We recommend
that you always carry this with you for emergency use. Do not
leave it in your vehicle.
Starting the engine using a flat key
1. Remove the key plate from the key case.
2. Insert the key plate into the ignition switch. The indicator
light keeps flashing.
3. Bring the key case closer to the ignition switch within 10
seconds as indicated by the arrow head. The indicator light
goes out. This means the engine immobilizer system is
automatically canceled. (For details, see “Engine immobilizer
system” on page 14.) You can put the key case away then. You
cannot cancel the engine immobilizer system if 10 seconds
have past after you inserted the key plate. You need to remove
the key plate from the ignition switch and try it again from the
step 2.
4. Start the engine within 20 seconds after the security
indicator light goes out. You cannot start the engine if 20
seconds have past after the security indicator went off. You
need to remove the key plate from the ignition switch and try
it again from the step 2.

KEYS AND DOORS
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WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
1Locking the doors and sounding an alarm
2Indicator light
3Unlocking the trunk lid
4Unlocking the doors
When you operate any button on the key, push it slowly and
surely. At this time, the indicator light on the key grip flashes
once.
The operational range of the wireless remote control is
approximately 1 meter (3 ft.). The effective range may vary
with different conditions. To activate the wireless remote
control without fail, do it approximately 1 meter (3 ft.) from your
Lexus. In the following cases, the battery in the key may be
discharged. If this is the case, replace it using a special
screwdriver.

The remote control does not work.
 The operational range of wireless remote control becomes
extremely short.
 The indicator light on the key is dimmed or does not come
on.
For the replacement of the battery, see “Replacing the battery”
on page 21. You can also have the battery of the key replaced
by your Lexus dealer.
If you lose the wireless key, contact your Lexus dealer as soon
as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See
“If you lose your keys or lock yourself out” on page 323.)
You can use up to 4 wireless remote control keys for the same
vehicle. Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information.
The wireless remote control key is an electronic
component. Observe the following instructions in order
not to cause damage to the key.
 Do not leave the wireless remote control key in places
where the temperature becomes high such as on the
dashboard.
 Do not disassemble it.
 Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping it.
 Avoid putting it in water.

KEYS AND DOORS
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Locking/unlocking the doors
When you push the “LOCK” button on the key briefly, all
the doors can be locked from outside the vehicle.
At this time, one beep sounds and the turn signal lights flash
once.* However, when you push the “LOCK” button with any
door not closed securely, the buzzer sounds for 10 seconds.**
To stop the buzzer, close all the doors securely or push the
“UNLOCK” button. If the key is in the ignition switch, locking
cannot be done.
Make sure all the doors are locked when you leave the vehicle.
Push the “LOCK” button once again.
NOTE:
* The turn signal lights can be set not to flash and the beep
volume can be changed.
** The buzzer can be set not to sound if a door is not closed
securely.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
NOTICE
Do not push the “LOCK” button any longer than 2 to 3
seconds. Pushing the button longer activates an alarm.
For details, see page 19.
When you push the “UNLOCK” button, the driver’s door
is unlocked. Pushing that button once again within 3
seconds from the first push, all other doors are also
unlocked.*
NOTE:
* The 2step unlocking function can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
At this time, two beeps sound and the turn signal lights flash
twice.* Together with the activation of unlocking, the interior
light comes on for 15 seconds if the interior light switch is in
“DOOR” position.** However, this function does not work
when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. For\
further information, see “Illuminated entry system” on page 73.
You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless
remote unlock feature.*** If a door is not opened by then, all
the doors will be automatically locked again.
Even if the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button is kept pressed in, the
locking or unlocking operation is not repeated. Release the
button and then push again.
NOTE:
* The turn signal lights can be set not to flash and the beep
volume can be changed.
** The duration of lighting can be changed.
*** The time before automatic relocking can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.

KEYS AND DOORS
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1Off2Louder
When you push any button on the key, the vehicle sounds one
beep when the doors are locked by remote control, and sounds
two beeps when the doors are unlocked.
You can adjust the beep loudness with the knob under the
instrument panel. Turning the knob clockwise increases the
volume and turning it counterclockwise until it stops turns the
buzzer off.
Unlocking the trunk lid
When you keep the button pushed for about 1 second, you
can unlock the trunk lid.* One beep sounds.
This function does not work when the ignition key is in the “ON”
position.
NOTE:
* The operation method can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.