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2-4. Using other driving systems
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CAUTION
■When the radar sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary when any of the following types of vehicles are in
front of you.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the prox-
imity alarm (→P. 386) will not be activated, and an accident may result.
●Vehicles that cut in suddenly
●Vehicles traveling at low speeds
●Vehicles that are not moving
●Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
●Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
■Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control may not function
correctly
Apply the brakes as necessary in the following conditions as the radar sensor may
not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, and an accident may result.
●When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the function-
ing of the sensor
●When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the trunk, etc.)
●When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow
●When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable
■To ensure the radar sensor functions correctly
Do not do the following to the sensor or grille cover as doing so may cause the sen-
sor not to function correctly and could result in an accident.
●Stick or attach anything to them
●Leave them dirty
●Disassemble, subject them to strong shocks
●Modify or paint them
●Replace them with non-genuine parts

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes and starting the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and apply the brakes.Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
electronic key that is touched to
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch if any of the doors is opened
and closed while the key is touched
to the switch.
To change “ENGINE START ST OP” switch modes: Within 10
seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can be
changed each time the switch is pressed.
(→ P. 1 1 6 )
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake
pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact your Lexus dealer.
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STEP2
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is the temporary measure, it is recommend that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes. ( →P. 3 4 2 )
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .............................................................188
ABS................................................................ 161
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 136
AFS .............................................................. 136
Air conditioning filter ..........................340
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................340
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................... 188
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 79
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 83
Airbag warning light ........................ 376
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 83
Front passenger occupant classification system.........................88
General airbag precautions ........... 83
Locations of airbags............................. 77
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 87
Proper driving posture ............. 75, 83
Side airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Side airbag precautions .................... 83
SRS airbags .............................................. 77 Alarm.............................................................72
Antenna .................................................... 202
Anti-lock brake system ......................... 161
Armrest .................................................... 273
Ashtray...................................................... 266
Audio input.............................................. 222
Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 202
Audio input............................................ 222
AUX adapter ....................................... 222
CD player/changer ......................... 205
MP3/WMA disc................................... 211
Optimal use ........................................... 219
Portable music player ...................... 222
Radio .........................................................198
Steering wheel audio switch.........223
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................... 188
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................... 137
Automatic light control system........ 135
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ..................... 119
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 409
S mode ..................................................... 120
AUX adapter ......................................... 222
Auxiliary box .......................................... 262A

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Shift leverAutomatic transmission......................119
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 409
Shift lever lighting................................. 253
Shift lock system ................................... 409
Side airbags ................................................ 77
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 357
Switch ........................................................ 135
Wattage ................................................... 431
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 58
Mirror position memory ....................44
Smart access system with push-button start
Entry function .......................................... 22
Starting the engine................................116
Spare tire Inflation pressure ............................... 334
Storage location................................. 397
Spark plug ................................................426
Specifications..........................................422
Speech command switch*
Speedometer........................................... 125
Steering wheel
Audio switches ....................................223
Power adjustment ................................ 56
Steering wheel position memory ..................................................44
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 354
Wattage ................................................... 431
Storage feature ..................................... 256 Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 419
Sun visors ................................................. 263
Sunshade Rear........................................................... 274
Roof..............................................................65
Switch Emergency flasher switch .............364
Engine switch .......................................... 116
Fog light switch .................................... 138
Hazard light switch ...........................364
Ignition switch ......................................... 116
Light switches ....................................... 135
Power door lock switch .................... 37
Power window switch ........................60
Window lock switch............................60
Wipers and washer switch ............ 139
Tachometer.............................................. 125
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ........................354
Switch........................................................ 135
Wattage ................................................... 431
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm........................................................... 72
Engine immobilizer system.............. 70
Theft prevention labels .......................... 74
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 334
Tire information Glossary ................................................ 440
Size............................................................ 437
Tire identification number.............. 437
Uniform tire quality grading ........ 438
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 3 9 7If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 0 7If the engine will not start
P. 7 0Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 1 1If the electronic key does not operate
properly
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 0 9If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 4 1 6If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 1 0If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 1 3If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 3 7Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 7 2Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 1 9If the vehicle becomes stuck