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■When the switch is disabled (vehicles with rear control panel)
When the rear control panel switch cannot be operated even though the button lock
function is released, check whether the switch is disabled due to selecting
on Remote Touch screen. (P. 3 4 8 )
■Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. ( P. 3 5 9 )
■Customization
The automatic mode settings for the front seat heaters and ventilators or the rear
seat heaters can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 599)
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following pers ons in a seat with the seat heater on
to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the
seat and may lead to overheating.
●Do not use seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor burns or
overheating.

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Interior features
Rear sunshade/rear door sunshades
The rear sunshade can be raised an d lowered by operating the button
shown below.
■From the front seats
Pull up the lever to release the
lock.
Slide the armrest.
Raise/lower
■From the rear seats (if equipped)
Raise/lower
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: If equipped
Rear sunshade
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■Button lock function (vehicles with rear control panel)
To prevent inadvertent operation, some buttons on the rear armrest can be locked.
(  P. 3 5 9 )
■Rear control panel illumination off function (vehicles with rear control panel)
Control panel illumination on the rear armrest can be turned off. ( P. 3 5 9 )
■Customization
Time elapsed before the reverse operation feature activates can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 5 9 9 )
CAUTION
■When the rear sunshade is being operated
Do not place fingers or other objects in the fastener section or in the opening.
They may get caught, causing injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not operate the rear sunshade when the hybrid system is off.
■To ensure normal operation of the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades
Observe the following precautions.
●Do not place excessive load on the moto r or other components of the rear sun-
shade.
●Do not place objects where they may hinder opening and closing operations.
●Do not attach items to the rear sunshade and rear door sunshades.
●Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions.
●Do not operate the rear sunshade cont inuously for long periods of time.

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Interior features
Garage door opener
The garage door opener (HomeLink® Universal Transceiver) is manufac-
tured under license from HomeLink
®.
The HomeLink
® compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons
which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the
programming method below appropriate for the device.
Indicator light
Buttons
The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage doors,
gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, security systems,
and other devices.
Programming the HomeLink® (for U.S.A. owners)
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Press and hold the vehicle’s programmed HomeLink® button for
2 seconds and release it. Repeat th is step once again. The garage
door may open.
If the garage door opens, the progra mming process is complete. If the door
does not open, press and release the button a third time. This third press and
release will complete the programming process by opening the garage door.
The ceiling mounted garage door open er motor should now recognize the
HomeLink
® signal and operate the garage door.
Repeat the steps above to program another rolling code system for
any of the remaining HomeLink
® buttons.
■Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming a
devices in the Canadian market
Place the remote control transmitter 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm) away
from the HomeLink
® buttons.
Keep the HomeLink® indicator light in view while programming.
Press and hold the selected HomeLink® button.
Repeatedly press and release (cyc le) the remote control transmitter
for 2 seconds each until step is completed.
When the HomeLink
® indicator light starts to flash rapidly, release
the buttons.
Test the HomeLink
® operation by pressing the newly programmed
button. Check to see if the gate/device operates correctly.
Repeat the steps above to progra m another device for any of the
remaining HomeLink
® buttons.
■Programming other devices
To program other devices such as home security systems, home door
locks and lighting, contact your Lexus dealer for assistance.
■Reprogramming a button
The individual HomeLink
® buttons cannot be erased but can be repro-
grammed. To reprogram a button, follow the “Reprogramming a
HomeLink
® button” instructions.
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Maintenance and care
■High-pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the win-
dows.
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
■Notes for a smart access system with push-button start
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effective range,
the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the following correc-
tion procedures to wash the vehicle:
●Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the
vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
●Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. ( P. 1 2 9 )
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving for
long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Front side windows water-repellent coating (if equipped)
●The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-
ing.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.
Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the win-
dows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance ha s become insufficient, the coating can
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Head restraints•Do the head restraints movesmoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers func-tion properly?
Lights
• Do all the lights come on?
• Are the headlights aimed correctly? ( P. 4 7 7 )
Parking brake
• Moves smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the
parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Seat belts
• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be dam-aged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate prop-erly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotatesmoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds coming from the steering
wheel.
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Ve h i c l e e x t e r i o r
ItemsCheck points
Doors/trunk• Do the doors/trunk operatesmoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock systemwork properly?
Fluid leaks
• There should not be any signs of fluidleakage after the vehicle has been
parked.
Ti r e s
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged orexcessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated accord- ing to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Wi n dsh iel d wi pers
• The wiper blades should not show any signs of cracking, splitting, wear,
contamination or deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield without streaking or skip-
ping.
CAUTION
■If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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Hood
Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the auxiliary catch lever
and lift the hood.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
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■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and
cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

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■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as that already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be cons umed while driving. In the following situa-
tions, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example direct ly after purchasing the vehicle or after
replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving while
accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
Engine oil selection P. 5 7 7
Oil quantity (Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
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