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Regulations on the use of tire chains● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location
and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing
chains.
● Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains, with the exception of radial
cable chains or V-bar type chains.
• Install the chains on the rear tires.
• Refer to the explanation that comes with the tire chains for installa-
tion instructions.
● Retighten the chains after driving 1 /4 - 1 /2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
■When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable
to road conditions.
■ When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to “P” without setting the
parking brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from
being released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inadvert-
ent sliding or creeping.
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Shifting the windshield wiper position
You can shift the wipers to the rest position manually. (In heavy snow or
icy condition etc.)
Grip the wiper arm firmly when shifting the wiper position. To r e s t p o s i t i o n
Raise the wiper in line with the
windshield.
You can stand the wipers up for the
rest position.
*:More than 3.9 in. (10 cm)
To retract positionLower the wipers by pressing on
the wiper arm.
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■Snow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
●Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on front tires.
●Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious
injury.
●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
●Maintain the specified level of tire inflation pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■Driving with snow chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used,
or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle
handling.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.
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NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Lexus dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of
the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when
tire chains are fitted.
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Trailer towing
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also
does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch
carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your Lexus is not designed
for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.
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Dinghy towing
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground.
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the
ground) behind a motor home.
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3-1. Using the touch screenTouch screen ........................... 228
Setting the touch screen ..... 235
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................... 246
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .............................. 255
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 256
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3-3. Using the audio systemAudio system type.................. 257
Using the radio........................ 260
Using the CD/DVD player ...................................... 269
Playing an audio CD ............. 272
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................. 276
Playing DVD video/audio (with DVD player) .............. 280
Playing a video CD
(with DVD player) ............... 294
CD/DVD player and DVD video disc information ....... 297
Listening to Bluetooth
®
audio....................................... 308
Listening to a USB memory/
iPod
®....................................... 316
Optimal use of the audio/ video system ......................... 326
Using the AUX port ............. 328
Using the steering switches.................................. 329 3-4. Using the hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 332
Using a Bluetooth
®
phone ...................................... 338
Setting the hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 353
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list .................... 382
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features......... 385
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ................................. 393
Vanity mirrors ......................... 394
Clock ......................................... 395
Outside temperature
display..................................... 396
Ashtrays.................................... 397
Cigarette lighter .................... 398
Power outlet ............................ 399
Seat heaters/ventilators ...... 400
Armrest .................................... 402
Rear sunshade ........................ 403
Floor mats ................................ 406
Trunk features ......................... 408
Garage door opener .............. 411
Compass .................................... 417
Safety Connect ....................... 421
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3-1. Using the touch screen
Touch screen
By touching the screen with your finger, you can control the audio system
and air conditioning system, and adjust the screen display etc.
Press or to display the following screen.
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
The illustrations below are for vehicles with navigation system.
The display and button positions will differ depending on the type of the sys-
tem.
■ Display
“Setup” screen
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“Information” screen
■ Reference
Display buttons
ButtonPa g e
“CLIMATE”P. 2 4 6
“A U D I O ”P. 2 5 7
“MAP VOICE”/”DEST”Navigation System Owner’s Manual
“INFO PHONE” (Displaying the
“Information” screen)P. 2 2 8
“DISP” (Adjusting the display)P. 2 3 2
“SETUP”
(Displaying the “Setup” screen)P. 2 3 5
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