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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS
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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.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this
page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please
read this page and the rest of the Owner’s Manual
carefully to make sure you fully understand the operation
of your vehicle.
This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy
reference to the appropriate pages.
BASIC OPERATION — QUICK REFERENCE
Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily
understandable way for quick reference.
SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed
below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points
you should pay particular attention to.
1. Keys and doors
2. Switches
3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
4. Interior equipment
5. Exterior equipment
6. Occupant restraint systems
7. Steering wheel and mirrors
SECTION 2 — AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
The features of the vehicle’s air conditioning and audio are
explained in detail. Be sure to read this Section so that you can
make full use of them.
SECTION 3 — STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features
affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe
driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything
in this Section, and remember — drive safely!

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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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
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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
. . . . . . . . . . . .

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
 Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine
load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle
and allow the engine to cool.
Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,
such as:
 Driving up a long hill on a hot day.
 Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.
 Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in
stop−and−go traffic.
 Towing a trailer.
NOTICE
Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling
system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The
thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant
to keep the temperature of the engine within the
specified operating range.
 Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
See “If your vehicle overheats” on page 431.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
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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.

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(m) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pressure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road
to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Lexus
dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.
The light may occasionally flicker when the engine is idling or
it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for
concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated
slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It
is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must
be checked using the oil level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on —
even for one block. It may ruin the engine.
(n) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)
This light acts as a reminder to replace the engine oil.
This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”
and will go off after about a few seconds.
When you drive for about 7200 km (4500 miles) after the
engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3
seconds and then flashes for about 12 seconds with the
ignition key turned to “ON” position. If you continue driving
without the engine oil replacement, and if the driving range
exceeds 8000 km (5000 miles), the light will come on after the
ignition key is turned to “ON” position. The light will remain on\
thereafter.
If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the
engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and
road condition. If the light comes on, replace it as soon as
possible.
You need to reset the light after the engine oil replacement.
Reset the light by following the procedure below:
1. Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position with
the odometer reading shown. (For details, see “Odometer and
trip meter” on page 50.)
2. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position while holding down
the trip meter reset knob.
Hold down the knob until the light goes off. Before the light
goes off, it illuminates for 3 seconds, flashes for 2 seconds and
illuminates for 1 second.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
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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.
 If either front seat belt does not retract or cannot be pulled
out due to a malfunction or activation of the relevant front
seat belt pretensioner.
 The seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding area
has been damaged.
In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible:
The front of the vehicle (shaded in the illustration) was
involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause
the front seat belt pretensioners to operate.
 The front seat belt pretensioner assembly is scratched,
cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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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 front airbags 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 passenger 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. (For details, see
“Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page
51.) 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.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
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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.
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