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5-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
■Inputting tones
When using phone services such as an answering service or a bank,
you can store phone numbers and code numbers in the phonebook.
Select “0-9” on the “Call” screen.
Input the number.
If repeated tone symbols* are
stored in the phonebook, “Send”
and “Clear” are displayed on the
right side of the screen.
*: Repeated tone symbols are sym- bols or numbers displayed as p or
w, that come after the phone num-
ber.
(e.g. 056133w0123p#1 ✽)
Confirm the number displayed on the screen, and select “Send”.
If you select “Clear”, this function will end.
■To transfer a call
Select “Handset Mode” to change from hands-free call to cellular
phone call. Select “Handsfree Mode” to change from cellular phone
call to hands-free call.
■To hang up
Select or press on the steering wheel.
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Select the desired message.
Select “Send”.
While the message is being sent, a
sending message screen is dis-
played.
■To check the message
●Messages are displayed in the appropriate connected Bluetooth® phone’s regis-
tered mail address folder. Select the tab of the desired folder to be displayed.
●Only received messages on the connected Bluetooth® phone can be displayed.
●When the received message is an e-mail and “Update Message Read Status on
Phone” is set to “On”, “Mark as Unread” or “Mark as Read” can be selected. Select
“Mark as Unread” to mark mails that have been read on the Bluetooth
® phone as
unread. Conversely, select “Mark as Read” to mark mails that have not been read
on the Bluetooth
® phone as read. ( P. 5 2 8 )
■Calling using SMS/MMS message
You can call using the SMS (Short Mess age Service)/MMS (Multimedia Messaging
Service) message sender’s phone number. ( P. 5 0 3 )
■If the message delivery failed
If message delivery has failed, a notification will be displayed on the screen.
Select “Retry” to attempt to send the message again or select “Cancel” to cancel.
■Editing a quick reply message
You can edit the “Quick Reply Messages”. ( P. 5 3 0 )
■New message notification
If “New Message Pop-up” and “New Message Voice Notification” are set to “On”, a
notification appears on the screen and a voice notification will be heard when a new
message arrives, select “Read” to check the message, also to check the message
later, select “Ignore”. When “Automatic Message Readout” is set to “On”, the mes-
sage will be automatically read out. ( P. 5 2 8 )
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Safety Connect
“SOS” button
LED light indicators
Microphone
: If equipped
Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses
Global Positioning System (GPS ) data and embedded cellular technol-
ogy to provide safety and security fe atures to subscribers. Safety Con-
nect is supported by Lexus’ designated response center, which
operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Safety Connect service is available by subscription on select, telemat-
ics hardware-equipped vehicles.
By using the Safety Connect servic e, you are agreeing to be bound by
the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and its Terms and
Conditions, as in effect and amen ded from time to time, a current copy
of which is available at Lexus.co m. All use of the Safety Connect ser-
vice is subject to such then-applicable Terms and Conditions.
System components
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Subscribers have the following Safety Connect services available:
●Automatic Collision Notification*
Helps drivers receive necessary response from emergency service
providers. ( P. 589)
*: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2
●
Stolen Vehicle Location
Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft. ( P. 590)
●Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)
Connects drivers to response-center support. ( P. 5 9 0 )
●Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Provides drivers various on-road assistance. (P. 590)
After you have signed the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement
and are enrolled, you can begin receiving services.
A variety of subscripti on terms is available for purchase. Contact your
Lexus dealer, call 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) or push the
“SOS” button in your vehicle for further subscription details.
Services
Subscription

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■Safety Connect Services Information
●Phone calls using the vehicles Bluetooth® technology will not be possible during
Safety Connect.
●Safety Connect is available beginning Fall 2009 on select Lexus models. Contact
with the Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the telematics device
being in operative condition, cellular conn ection availability, and GPS satellite sig-
nal reception, which can limit the ability to reach the response center or receive
emergency service support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscription Service
Agreement required. A variety of subscription terms is available; charges vary by
subscription term selected.
●Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Loca-
tion will function in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, and in Canada,
and Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United States (except
Hawaii) and in Canada. No Safety Connect services will function outside of the
United States in countries other than Canada.
●Safety Connect services are not subject to section 255 of the Telecommunications
Act and the device is not TTY compatible.
■Languages
The Safety Connect response center will offer support in multiple languages. The
Safety Connect system will offer voice prompts in English and Spanish. Please indi-
cate your language of choice when enrolling.
■When contacting the response center
You may be unable to contact the response center if the network is busy.

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When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the red indi-
cator light comes on for 2 seconds th en turns off. Afterward, the green
indicator light comes on, indicat ing that the service is active.
The following indicator light patter ns indicate specific system usage con-
ditions:
●Green indicator light on = Active service
●Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process
●Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)
●No indicator light (off) = Safety Connect service not active
■Automatic Collision Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the
system is designed to automatically call the response center. The
responding agent receives the vehicl e’s location and attempts to speak
with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emergency. If the occu-
pants are unable to communicate, th e agent automatically treats the
call as an emergency, contacts th e nearest emergency services pro-
vider to describe the situation, and re quests that assistance be sent to
the location.
Safety Connect LE D light Indicators
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■Stolen Vehicle Location
If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect can work with local authorities
to assist them in locating and recov ering the vehicle. After filing a police
report, call the Safety Connect response center at 1-800-25-LEXUS
(1-800-255-3987) and follow the pr ompts for Safety Connect to ini-
tiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforcemen t with recovery of a stolen vehi-
cle, Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle location data may, under certain
circumstances, be shared with third parties to locate your vehicle. Fur-
ther information is available at Lexus.com.
■Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)
In the event of an emergency on th e road, push the “SOS” button to
reach the Safety Connect response center. The answering agent will
determine your vehicle’s location, assess the emergency, and dispatch
the necessary assistance required.
If you accidentally press the “SOS” button, tell the response-center agent that
you are not experiencing an emergency.
■Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds GPS data to the already included
warranty-based Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” button to reach a Safety Connect
response-center agent, who can help with a wide range of needs, such
as: towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a description of the Roadside
Assistance services and their limitati ons, please see the Safety Connect
Terms and Conditions, which are available at Lexus.com.

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6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................. 594
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................598
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .... 601
General maintena nce ..............604
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ................................... 608
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................609
Hood ................................................. 612
Positioning a floor jack ...............613
Engine compartment .................615
Tires .................................................. 629
Tire inflation pressure ............... 639
Wheels ........................................... 642
Air conditioning filter ............... 644
Electronic key battery .............. 646
Checking and replacing fuses ..............................................648
Headlight aim ................................661
Light bulbs..................................... 663

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Maintenance and care
Maintenance requirements
General maintenance should be performed on a daily basis. This can be
done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer.
Scheduled maintenance should be performed at specified intervals
according to the maintenance schedule.
For details about maintenance items and schedules, refer to the “Warranty and
Service Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
You can perform some maintenance procedures by yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-yourself maintenance may affect warranty cov-
erage.
The use of Lexus repair manuals is recommended.
For details about warranty coverage, refer to the separate “Owner’s Guide”,
“Warranty and Service Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty
Booklet”.
To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular
maintenance are essential. It is the owner’s responsibility to perform
regular checks. Lexus recommends performing the following mainte-
nance:
General maintenance
Scheduled maintenance
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6-2. Maintenance
■Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts be used for repairs to ensure perfor-
mance of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used in replacement or if a repair shop
other than a Lexus dealer performs repairs, confirm the warranty coverage.
■Reset the maintenance data (U.S.A. only)
After the required maintenance is performed according to the maintenance sched-
ule, please reset the maintenance data.
To reset the data, follow th e procedure described below:
Switch the display to the trip meter “A” ( P. 80) when the engine is running.
Turn the engine switch off.
While pressing the “ODO TRIP” button ( P. 80), turn the engine switch to the
IGNITION ON mode (do not start the engine because otherwise the reset mode
will be canceled).
■Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Lexus dealer
●Lexus technicians are well-trained specialist s and are kept up to date with the latest
service information. They are well informed about the operations of all systems on
your vehicle.
●Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has been per-
formed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise while your vehicle
is under warranty, your Lexus dealer will promptly take care of it. The message shown in the illustration will
appear on the display.
Continue to press and hold the button until
the trip meter displays “000000”.
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