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If the hybrid system will not start
If the hybrid system will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed (
→P. 148), consider each of the following points.
■The hybrid system will not start even if you are carrying the cor-
rect electronic key
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The electronic key battery may be discharged. ( →P. 5 5 0 )
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
(→ P. 9 6 )
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 553)
● The 12 volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the 12 volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 553)
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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If you lose your keys
New genuine Lexus keys can be made by your Lexus dealer using one of
the other keys and the key number stamped on your key number plate.
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key linked
functions
Doors Using the mechanical key (
→P. 36)
in order to perform the following
operations:
Locks all doors
Closes the windows/moon roof
(turn and hold)
Unlocks the door
Tu r n i n g t h e k e y r e a r w a r d u n l o c k s
the driver’s door.
Turning the key once again unlocks
the other doors.
Opens the windows/moon roof
(turn and hold)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
(
→P. 43) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be
opened or the hybrid system can be started by following the procedure
below.
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Tr u n kTurn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
Changing “POWER” switch modes and starting the hybrid system
Put the shift lever in “P” and apply the brakes. Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
electronic key that is touched to
the “POWER” switch if any of the
doors is opened and closed while
the key is touched to the switch.
STEP1
STEP2
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To change the “POWER” switch modes: Within 10 seconds of the
buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the
“POWER” switch. Modes can be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (
→P. 1 4 9 )
To start the hybrid system: Press the “POWER” switch within 10
seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal
depressed.
If the “POWER” switch still cannot be operated, contact your Lexus
dealer.
■Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to “P” and press the “POWER” switch as you normally do when
stopping the hybrid system.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
( → P. 4 7 2 )
STEP3
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If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if the 12
volt battery is discharged.
You can call your Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12 volt battery, you can jump start your Lexus following the steps
below.
Open the trunk using the mechanical key. (
→P. 5 5 1 )
Remove the left-hand cover in
the trunk.
Connect the jumper cables.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Door lock
(
→P. 5 4 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver’s door
unlocked in 1-
step, all doors
unlocked
in 2-step
All doors
unlocked in 1-step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock functionOFFON
Opening driver’s door
unlocks all doors OFFON
Shifting the shift lever to
“P” unlocks all doorsONOFF
Shifting the shift lever to
position other than “P”
locks all doors
ONOFF
Power win-
dows
(
→P. 8 5 )
Linked door key opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Wireless remote control
linked operationONOFF
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Vehicle specifications
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*: Vehicles sold outside Canada
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Moon roof
(
→P. 8 8 )
Linked door key opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Linked operation of com-
ponents when door key is
used
Slide onlyTilt only
Wireless remote control
linked operationONOFF
Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control used
Slide onlyTilt only
Automatic
light control
system
(
→P. 1 6 9 )
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Levels 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Daytime running lightONOFF*
Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
→P. 1 7 3 )
Switching operation when
the vehicle is stationaryONOFF
Drip prevention functionONOFF
Time elapsed before the
drip prevention function
operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on
the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
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Alphabetical index
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CareExterior ................................................... 420
Interior..................................................... 423
Seat belts ................................................424
Cargo capacity ...................................... 227
Cargo hooks .......................................... 392
CD player/changer ............................. 274
Chains....................................................... 233
Child-protectors ..................................... 55
Child restraint system Definition.................................................... 121
Installation................................................ 125
Installing CRS with lower anchors ................................................. 126
Installing CRS with seatbelts ......... 128
Installing CRS with top straps ....... 133
Child safety Airbag precautions ............................. 110
Battery precautions..............449, 556
Child restraint system ......................... 121
Child-protectors................................... 55
How your child should wear
the seatbelt ............................................ 77
Installing child restraints ................... 125
Moon roof precautions ..................... 90
Power window lock switch ............. 85
Power window precautions............ 87
Removed electronic key battery
precautions ........................................473
Seat belt comfort guide......................75
Seat belt precautions.......................... 78
Seat heater precautions ................ 387
Trunk precautions .................................. 61
Cigarette lighter ................................... 384 Cleaning
Exterior....................................................420
Interior ..................................................... 423
Seat belts ................................................ 424
Clock .......................................................... 381
Coin holder ............................................. 377
Compass ................................................. 400
Condenser .............................................. 445
Console box ........................................... 374
Cooling system Engine overheating...........................557
Cruise control
Cruise control........................................179
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 183
Cup holders ............................................ 377
Curtain shield airbags.......................... 103
Customizable features ...................... 590
Daytime running light system ........... 170
Defogger Rear window ........................................256
Side mirror.............................................256
Dimension................................................ 564
Dinghy towing ........................................ 237
Display Energy flow .............................................. 29
Multi-information display ................ 166
Touch screen .......................................240
Trip information ....................................167
Warning message.............................. 519
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 432
Door courtesy lights ............................ 369
Door pocket............................................ 378C
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DoorsDoor lock.................................. 39, 51, 54
Rear door child protector ................ 55
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ...... 512
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 66
Driving
Correct posture .................................... 101
Procedures ............................................ 138
DVD player/changer..........................283
Electric power steering ....................... 214
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ................... 550
Replacing battery ...............................472
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ............... 510
If a warning message is displayed ............................................. 519
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ................... 550
If the hybrid system
will not start ....................................... 547
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P”................................548
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged .......................................553
If you have a flat tire ............ 536, 546
If you lose your keys.........................549
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 507
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 560
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................................... 501
If your vehicle overheats ................ 557
Energy monitor......................................... 29 Engine
ACCESSORY mode .....................149
Compartment ..................................... 438
Hood ....................................................... 435
How to start the hybrid system..................................... 148
If the hybrid system will not start ........................................547
Overheating ........................................ 557
Power (ignition) switch .................... 148
Engine compartment cover ............. 439
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................................... 159
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................................ 569
Checking................................................444
Preparing and checking before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 567
Checking............................................... 440
Preparing and checking
before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 442
Enhanced vehicle stability control .....................................................214
Event data recorder ............................508
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 392
Floor mats ..................................................391
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 446
Washer..................................................... 451
Fog lights
Switch .........................................................172
Wattage ..................................................573
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