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Driving Comfort
Topic 5
Opening and Closing
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Customizing Your LexusResponding to warning/indicator lights
and other problems that may arise.
A list of features that can be customized.
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●HeadlightsP. 3 1
●Fog LightsP. 3 1
●Windshield Wipers and
Wa s h e r sP. 3 2
●Rear Window Wiper and
Wa s h e rP. 3 2
●Cup HoldersP. 4 2
●Pe r s o n a l L i g h t sP. 4 3
●CompassP. 4 3
●Lexus Link SystemP. 4 4
●Door LocksP. 4 7
●Back DoorP. 4 8
●Po w e r Wi n d o w sP. 4 8
●Moon RoofP. 4 8
●Fuel Tank CapP. 4 9
●HoodP. 5 0
●Air Conditioning SystemP. 3 5
●Audio SystemP. 3 7
●Rear Seat Entertainment
SystemP. 3 9
●AshtraysP. 4 0
●Seat HeatersP. 4 0
●Console BoxP. 4 1
●Glove BoxP. 4 1
●Rear Window and Outside Rear
View Mirror DefoggersP. 3 3
●Instrument Panel Light ControlP. 3 3
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may
differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

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Theft Deterrent System
■Engine immobilizer system
The engine immobilizer system prevents the
engine from being started if an unregistered key
is used.
■Alarm
When forcible entry is detected, the alarm
attracts attention to the vehicle by sounding the
horn and flashing the exterior lights.
When all the doors are locked, the security indi-
cator light comes on and begins to flash after
approximately 30 seconds to indicate that the
theft deterrent system is armed.
■Steering lock
The steering lock is engaged when the ignition
key is turned to the “LOCK” position.
The theft deterrent system includes the following features to help protect your vehicle from
theft.
To stop the alarm, start the engine or unlock the doors using the ignition key or wireless
remote control. (The alarm will stop after several seconds.)

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Tu r n S i g n a l L e v e r
Left turn signal
Right turn signal
Emergency Flasher Switch
Engaging the emergency flasher switch causes all
the turn signal lights to flash.
The emergency flasher switch will work even if
the engine is off.
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To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and hold.

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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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●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.