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●In the situations below, the system may not be able to correctly detect the sur-
rounding brightness levels, and may flash or expose nearby pedestrians to the
high beam. Therefore, you should consider turning the high beam on or off
manually rather than relying on the Automatic High Beam system.
• In bad weather (rain, snow, fog, sandstorms etc.)
• The windshield is obscured by fog, mist, ice, dirt etc.
• The windshield is cracked or damaged.
• The inside rear view mirror or camera sensor is deformed or dirty.
• Surrounding brightness levels are equal to those of headlights, tail lights orfog lights.
• Vehicles ahead have headlights that are either switched off, dirty, are chang-
ing color, or are not aimed properly.
• When driving through an area of intermittently changing brightness and darkness
• When frequently and repeatedly driving ascending/descending roads, or roads with rough, bumpy or uneven surfaces (such as stone-paved roads,
gravel tracks etc.)
• When frequently and repeatedly taking curves or driving on a winding road
• There is a highly reflective object ahead of the vehicle, such as a sign or a mir- ror.
• The vehicle’s headlights are damaged or dirty.
• The vehicle is listing or tilting, due to a flat tire, a trailer being towed etc.
• The Automatic High Beam indicator is flashing.
• The high beam and low beam are repeatedly being switched between in an abnormal manner.
• The driver believes that the high beam may be causing problems or distress to other drivers or pedestrians nearby.
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Fog light switch
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving conditions, such
as in rain or fog.
Ty p e ATurns the fog lights off
Turns the fog lights on
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Ty p e BTurns the fog lights off
Turns the fog lights on
Ty p e C Turns the fog lights off
Turns the fog lights on
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■Fog lights can be used when
The head lights are on in low beam.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
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NOTICE
■In the following situations, the LDA will not work, or will not perform reliably
●When the lane markers are interrupted or are not present, such as before a toll-
booth.
●When the lane markers are only on one side of the road.
●When driving on a sharp curve.
●When lanes are extremely narrow or extremely wide.
●When the vehicle leans to one side an unusual amount due to a heavy load or
improper tire inflation pressure.
●When the following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is
extremely short.
●When the lane markers are broken or when “Botts’ dots” or “Raised pavement
markers” can be seen.
●When the lane markers are obscured or partially obscured by sand, dirt, etc.
●When driving on a particularly bright road surface, such as concrete.
●When driving on a road surface that is bright due to reflected light.
●When driving in a location where the light level changes rapidly, such as the
entrance to or exit from a tunnel.
●When sunlight or the headlights of oncoming vehicles are shining directly into the
camera lens.
●When pavement lane markers are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, etc.
●When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, standing water, etc.
●When the vehicle experiences strong up-and-down motion such as when driving
on an extremely rough road or on a seam in the pavement.
●When driving on roads that are branching or merging.
●When headlight brightness is reduced due to dirt on the lenses, or when the
headlights are misaligned.
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■Situations in which the pre-collision system does not function properly
The system may not function effectively in situations such as the following:
●On roads with sharp bends or uneven surfaces
●If a vehicle suddenly moves in front of your vehicle, such as at an intersection
●If a vehicle suddenly cuts in front of your vehicle, such as when overtaking
●In inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or sand storms
●When your vehicle is skidding with the VSC system off
●When an extreme change in vehicle height occurs
●When the axis of the radar is out of adjustment
■Automatic cancelation of the pre-collision system
When a malfunction occurs due to sensor contaminations, etc. that results in the
sensors being unable to detect obstacles, the pre-collision system will be automati-
cally disabled. In this case, the system will not activate even if there is a collision pos-
sibility.
■Obstacles not detected
The system cannot detect plastic obstacles such as pylons. There may also be occa-
sions when the system cannot detect pedestrians, animals, bicycles, motorcycles,
trees, or snowdrifts.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. (→P. 6 9 3 , 7 0 5 )
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■When the “A/C ON” in the multi-information display (accessory meter) flashes
Press
the “A/C” button and turn off the cooling and dehumidification function and
turn it on again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indica-
tor light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected
by your Lexus dealer.
■Air conditioning odors
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be
emitted from the vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditio ning system be set to outside air mode
prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in AUTO mode.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. enable/disable automatic operation of the air conditioning compres-
sor when the “AUTO” switch ON) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 788)
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can
cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine
is stopped.
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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle inte-
rior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkalineor acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
• Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior
part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park
the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as
they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to
the rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with
lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes
running parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
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23HTR50 AAir conditioning system
24WIP WSH RR30 ARear window wipers and washer
25H-LP CLN30 AHeadlight cleaner
26ST30 ASTARTER MTR
27H-LP HI25 ADIM relay, headlights, daytime run-
ning light system
28ALT-S7. 5 AALT
29TURN & HAZ15 A
Front turn signal light, rear turn signal
light, side turn signal light, meter turn
signal light
30D/ L N O.125 ADoor lock motor, glass hatch opener
31ETCS10 AEFI ECU
32FUEL PMP15 AFPC
33TOW I N G30 ATo w i n g
34ALT140 A
Air conditioning system, AIR SUS,
headlight cleaner, towing, folding seat,
STOP, rear window defogger, MIR
HTR, CDS FAN, RR FOG, DEICER,
MG-CLT, RR SEAT HTR, STRG HTR,
J/B, INV, RR WIP, RR WSH
35P/ I - B80 AInjector, ignition, meter, EFI, A/F
heater, horn
FuseAmpereCircuit
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74WD20 A4WD system, rear differential lock
8P/ S E AT F L30 AFront power seat (left)
9D/ L N O. 225 ADoor lock motor, glass hatch
opener, BODY ECU
10PSB30 APSB ECU
11TI & TE15 ATilt and telescopic steering
12FOG FR15 AFront fog lights
13OBD7. 5 ADLC 3
14A/C7. 5 AAir conditioning system
15AM17. 5 AStarting system
16DOOR RL25 ARear power window (left)
17ECU-IG NO.110 A
Shift lock ECU, VSC ECU, steering
sensor, yaw rate sensor, sequential
switch, auto wiper ECU, back up
relay, tilt & telescopic steering, PSB
ECU, DSS#1 ECU, front radar sensor,
AFS ECU, TIRE PRESS ECU,
DRIVER MON ECU
18IG17. 5 A
Front turn signal light, rear turn signal
light, side turn signal light, meter turn
signal light, trailer light, ALT, VSC, C/
C switch
FuseAmpereCircuit
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