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Center Differential Lock Switch
To lock the center differential, push the switch.
The center differential lock and “VSC OFF”
indicator lights come on.
To unlock the center differential, push the switch
again.
Cigarette Lighter
To use, push in the cigarette lighter. When it has
heated sufficiently, it will automatically pop out
ready for use.
Use the center differential lock function if the vehicle’s wheels become stuck, or when driv-
ing on a slippery or bumpy surface.

Rain and Night DrivingTopic 4
Headlights................................................................ 31
Fog Lights ................................................................. 31
Windshield Wipers and Washers .................... 32
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ................... 32
Rear Window and Outside Rear View
Mirror Defoggers................................................. 33
Instrument Panel Light Control ....................... 33

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Headlights
The side marker, parking, tail, license plate and
instrument panel lights turn on.
The headlights and all lights listed above turn on.
The headlights and parking lights turn on/off
automatically in accordance with ambient light
levels.
To engage the high beams, push the lever forward.
To flash the high beams, pull the lever and hold.
Fog Lights
The fog lights can be used only when the head-
lights (low beam) are on.
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Rear Window and Outside Rear View
Mirror Defoggers
■Rear window defogger switch
To defog the rear window, push the switch.
Push the switch again to turn the rear window
defogger off.
■Outside rear view mirror defogger switch
To defog the outside rear view mirrors, push the
switch.
Push the switch again to turn the outside rear
view mirror defoggers off.
Instrument Panel Light Control
Brighter
Darker1
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With the dial fully turned to brighter, the instrument panel lights will not be reduced when
the headlight switch is on.

Driving ComfortTopic 5
Air Conditioning System .................................... 35
Audio System ......................................................... 37
Rear Seat Entertainment System .................... 39
Ashtrays................................................................... 40
Seat Heaters .......................................................... 40
Console Box ............................................................ 41
Glove Box ................................................................ 41
Cup Holders........................................................... 42
Personal Lights ...................................................... 43
Compass.................................................................. 43
Lexus Link System ................................................ 44

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Pe r s o n a l L i g h t s
ON
OFF
The light comes on if a door is opened.
Compass
To display the compass, press the button.
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●Stolen vehicle location assistance
If your vehicle is stolen, call the Lexus Link Call Center and then select the option for
Lexus Link.
●Remote horn/lights and remote door lock/unlock
The remote operations are performed by contacting the Lexus Link Call Center from the
outside of the vehicle. When necessary, call the Lexus Link Call Center and then select
the option for Lexus Link.
●Advisor record
You can record a conversation with the Lexus Link Advisor.
●Personal calling
A hands-free personal calling feature can be added to the Lexus Link System as an
option.
●Other services
Press the “SERVICES” button in the vehicle or call the Lexus Link Call Center and then
select the option for Lexus Link. The services provided will depend on the service plan
level.
The system is only operational in GPS (Global Positioning System) and cellular coverage
areas.

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List of Warning/Indicator Lights
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
(Canada)
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Charging system warning lightLow engine oil pressure warn-
ing light
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
(U.S.A.)Malfunction
indicator lampVSC/TRAC warning light
(Canada)Automatic transmission fluid
temperature warning light
SRS warning lightUnengaged “Park” warning
light
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
Kinetic dynamic suspension
system warning light
(if equipped)
(Canada)
For further information, refer to the Owner's Manual.

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Have the malfunction repaired immediately.
Open door warning lightTire pressure warning light
Low fuel level warning lightLow washer fluid warning light
aDriver’s seat belt
reminder lightEngine oil replacement
reminder light
(On the cen-
ter panel)
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
See the Owner's Manual
Tu r n s i g n a l i n d i c a t o r“RSCA OFF” indicator
Headlight high beam indicatorCruise control indicator
Headlight indicator (U.S.A.)Downhill assist control system
indicator
Tail light indicator (Canada)“VSC OFF” indicator
Security indicatorCenter differential lock
indicator
Automatic transmission
second start indicatorSlip indicator
Shift position indicators
“A I R B A G O N ” i n d i c a t o r
“AIRBAG OFF” indicator
Height control indicator
For further information, refer to the Owner's Manual.

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Lower the spare tire completely to the ground.
Pull out the spare tire and remove the holding
bracket.
If the ignition switch does not turn easily
Turn the ignition switch while moving the steering
wheel slightly left and right.