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If the engine doesn't start
Make sure that the correct operating procedures have been followed.
Make sure that the brake pedal is firmly
depressed when attempting to start the engine.
Make sure that the steering wheel lock is
released.
To release it, press the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch while gently turning the wheel left or right.
Brake pedal
Steering wheel lock
If the engine still does not start, see the Owner's Manual for more information or contact
your Lexus dealer.

What to do if ...
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Electronic Key Alarm
The electronic key alarm uses an alarm and warning messages to indicate that the electronic
key has been used improperly. Take appropriate measure in response to any warning mes-
sages that are displayed. In some cases, an alarm may sound without an accompanying
warning message. If so, follow the correction procedure in the table below.
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Exterior alarm sounds
once for 10 seconds.
An attempt was made to
lock the vehicle while a
door was open.
Close all of the doors and
lock the doors again.
Interior alarm pings
continuously.
The “ENGINE START
STOP” switch was turned
to ACCESSORY mode
while the driver's door was
open (or the driver's door
was opened while the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch was in ACCES-
SORY mode).
Close the driver's door.
The “ENGINE START
STOP” switch was turned
off while the driver's door
was open.
Close the driver's door.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and care
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arises
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1.Key information
Keys ...................................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart access system with
push-button start ........................... 31
Wireless remote control .............. 43
Side doors .......................................... 47
Back door .......................................... 50
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................................... 61
Rear seats ........................................... 66
Driving position memory ............. 70
Head restraints................................. 73
Seat belts ............................................ 75
Steering wheel................................. 83
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror ............................................... 85
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 87
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows............................... 90
Moon roof .......................................... 93
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 97
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ........ 101
Alarm.................................................. 103
Theft prevention labels
(for U.S.A.) .................................... 106
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ............. 107
SRS airbags ..................................... 109
Front passenger occupant
classification system .................. 122
Child restraint systems ................ 127
Installing child restraints ............... 131
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ........................ 144
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 153
Automatic transmission.............. 159
Turn signal lever............................. 163
Parking brake ................................. 164
Horn.................................................... 165
1Before driving
2When driving

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2-2.Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ..................... 166
Indicators and warning
lights................................................. 168
Multi-information display........... 173
Head-up display ............................ 179
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 184
Automatic High Beam ................ 189
Fog light switch .............................. 195
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................. 197
Rear window wiper and
washer............................................ 202
Headlight cleaner switch ......... 203
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ............................... 204
Dynamic radar cruise
control........................................... 208
Intuitive parking assist ................ 220
Rear view monitor system
(rear view mirror-attached
type) ................................................ 227
Driving assist systems.................. 231
All-wheel drive lock switch
(AWD models) .......................... 237
Hill-start assist control............... 238
Pre-Collision System.................. 240
2-5. Driving information
Utility vehicle precautions ........ 244
Cargo and luggage ..................... 249
Vehicle load limits ........................ 253
Winter driving tips ....................... 254
Trailer towing ................................ 258
Dinghy towing ............................... 270
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................................ 274
Rear window defogger
switch .............................................. 281
Windshield wiper de-icer ......... 282
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system ................................. 283
Using the radio.............................. 287
Using the CD player................... 297
Playing MP3 and
WMA discs.................................. 307
Operating an iPod........................ 317
Operating a USB memory....... 325
Optimal use of the
audio system ............................... 334
Using the AUX port ................... 337
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............................ 339
3Interior features

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Driving position memory switches ∗ P. 70
Door lock switches P. 47
Window lock switch P. 90
Power window switches P. 90
Inside lock buttons P. 47
Outside rear view mirror
switches P. 87
∗: If equipped

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Pictorial indexInterior
C
Cup holders P. 402
Remote Touch ∗, *2
All-wheel drive lock switch ∗ P. 237
VSC off switch P. 233
Seat heater switches ∗ /
Seat heater and ventilator switches ∗ P. 416
Automatic transmission shift lever P. 159
Shift lock override button P. 579
∗: If equipped
*2: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Rear window wiper and washer switch
P. 202
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
P. 184
P. 163
P. 195
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 83
Parking brake pedal P. 164
Engine (ignition) switch P. 153
Hood lock release lever P. 460
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
P. 166
P. 173
Windshield wiper and washer switch
P. 197
Glove box P. 400
Power back door main
switch ∗ P. 52
∗: If equipped

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Without navigation system
Security indicator
P. 101, 103
Audio system
P. 283
Emergency
flasher switch
P. 524
Multi-display
lOutside temperature
display
lClock
lAir conditioning
display
lAudio display
P. 411
P. 410
P. 274
P. 283
Air conditioning
system P. 274
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
P. 281
*2: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Multi-display light
control switch P. 412

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B
APower back door switch ∗ P. 50
∗: If equipped
Luggage
compartment
lights P. 53
Rear seatback
lock release
levers P. 67