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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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IMPORTANT INFORMATIONABOUT YOUR LEXUS
Occupant restraint systems
Lexus encourages you and your family to take the time to read
Section 1 −6 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of
helping you understand how you can receive the maximum
benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides,
Section 1 −6 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important
Section for you and your family to read.
Section 1 −6 describes the function and operation concerning
seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint systems of
this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware
of. These systems work together along with the overall
structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint
in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced
when it is used properly and together with other systems. No
single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or
your family with the equal level of restraint which these
systems can provide when used together. That is why it is
important for you and your family to understand the purpose
and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate
to each other. The purpose of all occupant
restraint systems is to help reduce
the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a
collision. None of these systems, either individually or
together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of
collision. However, the more you know about these systems
and how to use them properly, the greater your chances
become of surviving an acci dent without death or serious
injury.
Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the
vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat
belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured
in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and
size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as
their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental
to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags
can be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest
injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with
interior portions of the vehicle.
In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with
tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags
makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of
serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an
object or some part of his or her body has been placed between
the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. This
is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1 −6 of
this Owner’s Manual will help ensure proper use of the
occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can
provide to you and your family in the event of an accident.
Lexus recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1− 6
carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of
ownership of this vehicle.

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Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain
aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and
maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing
data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data
in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event
Data Recorder (EDR).
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a
crash or a near car crash event, this device may record some
or all of the following information:
 Engine speed
 Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
 Vehicle speed
 To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
 Position of the transmission selector lever
 Whether the driver and front passenger wore the seat belts
or not
 Driver’s seat position
 Front passenger’s occupant classification
 SRS airbag deployment data
 SRS airbag system diagnostic data If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC)
system,
its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may contain another
EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include
activating the VSC under wh ich the VSC EDR will record
certain information. The VSC EDR may record some or all of
the following information:
 Behavior of the vehicle
 Steering wheel angle
 Vehicle speed
 To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
 To what extent the brake pedal was applied
 To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4
wheels
 Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose
of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data
recorders, the EDR does not record sound data such as
conversation between passengers.

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Important health and safety information about
your Lexus
CAUTION
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and a wide variety of automobile components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects and
other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and
fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste
produced by component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
 Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands
after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals
that have caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with
soap and water.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of
your Lexus
A wide variety of non −genuine spare parts and accessories for
Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You
should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and
is not responsible for their performance, repair, or
replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non −genuine Lexus
products. Modification with non −genuine Lexus products
could af fect its performance, safety or durability, and may even
violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or
performance problems resulting from the modification may not
be covered under warranty.
If you install any Genuine Accessories such as a bull −bar,
winch, etc., consult your Lexus dealer.
Spark ignition system of your Lexus
The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference− Causing
Equipment Standard.
Installation of a mobile twoway radio system
As the installation of a mobile two −way radio system in your
vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system,
cruise control system, anti −lock brake system, SRS airbag
system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check
with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation.

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Tires and loading on your Lexus
Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the
excess load may result in the deterioration of steering
ability and braking ability, leading to an accident.
Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be
sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner’s
Manual. For details about tire inflation pressure and
load limits, see pages 523 and 418.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your
Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped
with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are,
this may cause an accident such as a fire. Be sure to have the
systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed
and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Onpavement and offroad driving tips
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility vehicles
have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles. This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently
from an ordinary passenger car because it is designed for
off−road use also. In addition, this vehicle has a higher ground
clearance and center of gravity than that of an ordinary
passenger car. This vehicle design feature causes this type of
vehicle to be more likely to rollover. Failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, accidents or
vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. Be sure to read
“Off −road vehicle precautions” on page 398 and “Off −road
driving precautions” on page 402.
Leak detection pump
This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This
check is done approximately five hours after the engine is
turned off. So you may hear sound coming from underneath
the luggage compartment for several minutes. It does not
indicate a malfunction.

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
xiiPage
1Driving position memory switches
198
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 22
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 204 . . . . . .
6Side vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 30, 32, 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switches 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 43
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Audio system 232
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Multiinformation display 63
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls 214
. . . . . . . . . .
14Rear window defogger switch 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 55 . . . . . .
16“AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF”
indicator lights 169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Glove box 83
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Ashtray 80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. .
19Cigarette lighter 80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Seat heater switches 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
21Fourwheel drive control lever
356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic transmission selector lever 349 . . . . . . . .
23Parking brake lever 347
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock switch 356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Power outlet (12 VDC) 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control switch 377
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Rear height control air suspension
switches 366. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Ignition switch 345
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30“2nd STRT” (second start) switch 355
. . . . . . . . . . . .
31Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 393 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Cruise control switch 362
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Audio remote control switches 250
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Instrument panel light control dial 74
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Hood lock release lever 100
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Fuel filler door opener 101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37“RSCA OFF” (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 174 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 39 . . . . . . .
39Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 82
. . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
xivPage
1Driving position memory switches
198
. . . . . . . . . . .
2Power window switches 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Power door lock switch 22
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Window lock switch 41
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Power rear view mirror control switches 204 . . . . . .
6Side vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 30, 32, 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Wiper and washer switches 33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Center vents 225
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Emergency flasher switch 43
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11Rear view monitor/navigation system display
including air conditioning controls and audio
system
(For the navigation system, see the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.) 358 . . . . . . .
12Multiinformation display 63
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Automatic air conditioning controls
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
14Rear window defogger switch 38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 55 . . . . . .
16“AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF”
indicator lights 169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Glove box 83
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Audio system
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
19Ashtray 80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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20Cigarette lighter
80
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Seat heater switches 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Fourwheel drive control lever 356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Automatic transmission selector lever 349 . . . . . . . .
24Parking brake lever 347
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Center differential lock switch 356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Power outlet (12 VDC) 81
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Downhill assist control switch 377
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Electronic modulated suspension
control switch 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Rear height control air suspension
switches 366. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Ignition switch 345
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31“2nd STRT” (second start) switch 355
. . . . . . . . . . . .
32Tire pressure warning system
selector switch 393 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Cruise control switch 362
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Speech command switch
See the separate
. . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
35Audio remote control switches 250
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Instrument panel light control dial 74
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37Hood lock release lever 100
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38Fuel filler door opener 101
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
39“RSCA OFF” (roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off) switch 174 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
40Outside rear view mirror defogger switch 39 . . . . . . .
41Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 82
. . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Automatic transmission second start
indicator light 355
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged “Park” warning light 58
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 349 . . . . . .
6Driver’s seat belt reminder light 54
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 32
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 32
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Antilock brake system warning light 57
. . . . . . . . . . .
11Open door warning light 58
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Tachometer 50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Headlight indicator light 30
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Cruise control indicator light 362
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Engine oil replacement reminder light 60
. . . . . . . . . .
16Slip indicator light 373, 375, 378, 381
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
17Low engine oil pressure warning light 60
. . . . . . . . . .
18Charging system warning light 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
19Engine coolant temperature gauge
49
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Malfunction indicator lamp 56
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 376 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Center differential lock indicator light 356
. . . . . . . .
25Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 59 . . . . . . . . . . .
26Downhill assist control system
indicator light 378. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Height control indicator lights 370
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Security indicator light 12, 27
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29SRS warning light 55
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Trip meter reset knob 50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Odometer and trip meter 50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Low fuel level warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Low tire pressure warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Fuel gauge 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Automatic transmission second start
indicator light 355
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Unengaged “Park” warning light 58
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Low washer fluid warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Automatic transmission indicator lights 349 . . . . . .
6Driver’s seat belt reminder light 54
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Turn signal indicator light 32
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8Brake system warning light 53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlight high beam indicator light 32
. . . . . . . . . . . .
10Antilock brake system warning light 57
. . . . . . . . . . .
11Open door warning light 58
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12Tachometer 50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Tail light indicator light 30
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Cruise control indicator light 362
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Slip indicator light 373, 375, 378, 381
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Low engine oil pressure warning light 60
. . . . . . . . . .
17Charging system warning light 59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18Engine coolant temperature gauge 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
19Malfunction indicator lamp
56
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Vehicle stability control system off
indicator light 376 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off
indicator light 174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Kinetic dynamic suspension system
warning light 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Center differential lock indicator light 356
. . . . . . . .
24Vehicle stability control system and active
traction control system warning light 59 . . . . . . . . . . .
25Downhill assist control system
indicator light 378. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Height control indicator lights 370
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Security indicator light 12, 27
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28SRS warning light 55
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Trip meter reset knob 50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Odometer and trip meter 50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Low fuel level warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32Low tire pressure warning light 61
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Fuel gauge 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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(c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
The light acts as a reminder to have the front passenger buckle
up the seat belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the
reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front passenger
seat and does not fasten the seat belt.
If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat,
depending on its weight, the reminder light may flash.
(d) SRS Warning Light
The indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to
the “ON” position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This
means the SRS airbags and seat belt pretensioners are
operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor
assembly, front airbag sensors, side and curtain shield airbag
sensor assemblies, curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies,
driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch,
front pas senger occupant classification system, “AIRBAG ON”
indicator light, “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s
seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies,
inflators, warning light, “RSCA OFF” indicator light,
interconnecting wiring and power sources.
If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a
malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
 The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned
to the “ON” position or remains on for more than 6 seconds
or flashes.
 The light comes on or starts flashing while driving.
The SRS warning light and “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light will
be illuminated if there is a malfunction in the front passenger
occupant classification system.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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In the luggage compartment (without third seats)
To use the coat hook, push the hook.
CAUTION
Do not hook a hanger, heavy or sharp pointed object on
the coat hook. If the curtain shield airbag inflates, those
items will be hurled away with great force or the curtain
shield airbag may not activate correctly. When you
hang clothes, hang them on the coat hook directly.
LUGGAGE COVER
Using luggage cover
To use the luggage cover, pull out the luggage cover and
hook it on the anchors.
CAUTION
Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such items
may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the
vehicle during sudden braking or an accident.