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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the power
Press when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding down for 1 second or
more.
Changing the audio source
Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time is pressed. If no discs are inserted in
the player, that mode will be skipped.
FM1 FM2 CD changer AUXAM SAT1 SAT2 SAT3
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volu me and “-” to decrease the vol-
ume.
Hold down to continue increa sing or decreasing the volume.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Turns the power on, select
audio source
Vo l u m e
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files (MP3
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Selecting a radio stationPress to select the radio mode.
Press “”or “ ” on to select a radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold until you hear a
beep.
Selecting a track/file
Press to select the CD mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select the desired track/file.
Selecting a disc in the CD changer
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until a beep is heard.
■Canceling automatic selection of a radio station
Push the same switch.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Your Lexus is equipped with the illuminated entry system to assist in enter-
ing the vehicle. Owing to the function of the system, the lights shown in the
following illustration automatically turn on/off according to the presence of
the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, whether the
doors are opened/closed, and the “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode.
Front personal lights ( P. 225)
Shift lever light (when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode)
Front overhead courtesy light
Front interior light ( P. 225)
Rear personal lights ( P. 225)
Rear overhead courtesy light
Rear interior light
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■To prevent battery discharge
If the overhead courtesy lights and interior lights remain on when the door is not
fully closed and the interior light switch (door position on/off) is on, the lights will go
off automatically after 20 minutes.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features
P. 4 2 4 )
Front foot well lights
Outer foot lights
Turning the instrument panel light contro l knob fully to the left disables the
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Interior lightsModels without a moon roof Door position on/off
On/off
Models with a moon roof Door position on/off
On/off
Personal lights
Front (models without a moon roof) On/off
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Front (models with a moon roof)On/off
Rear On/off
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3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features
Glove boxOpen (push button)
Lock with the mechanical key
Unlock with the mechanical key
Overhead console
Glove box
Bottle holders/door pockets
Cup holders
Console box/cup holder
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Console boxPull up the knob to release the
lock.
Slide the armrest.
Pull up the knob to release the
lock.
Lift the armrest to open.
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode.
■Trunk opener main switch
The trunk opener main switch is located in the glove box. (  P. 4 1 )
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the glove box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
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Overhead consolePress the overhead console.
The overhead console is useful for
temporarily storing sunglasses and
similar small items.
■Console box light
The console box light turns on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
IGNITION ON mode.
■Using the console box to store CD cases
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Store a CD case with the hinged portion fac-
ing either the front or back of the console
box.
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Cup holdersFront (type A) Press down and release the front
of the cup holder lid.
Front (type B) Pull up the knob to release the
lock.
Slide the armrest.
CAUTION
■Items that should not be left in the overhead console
Do not leave glasses or lighters in the console.
If the interior of the vehicle becomes hot, lighters may explode and glasses may
warp or become cracked.
■Caution while driving
Do not leave the overhead console open while driving.
Items may fall out and cause death or serious injury in case of an accident or sudden
stop.
Overhead console and cup holders