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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows.............................177
Moon roof ....................................... 181
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ...................... 186
Cargo and luggage .................... 194
Trailer towing (vehicles without
a towing package) ................... 195
Trailer towing (vehicles with a towing package).......... 196
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ...........204
Automatic transmission...........209
Turn signal lever .......................... 216
Parking brake ................................217
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 218
Automatic High Beam .............. 221
Fog light switch ...........................225
Windshield wipers and washer.......................................... 226 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap...... 234
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Lexus Safety System+ ..............238
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 246
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ............260
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........... 269
Dynamic radar cruise control.......................................... 274
Cruise control .............................286
Stop & Start system ...................290
Lexus parking assist-sensor.............................. 299
Lexus parking assist monitor ........................... 308
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 324 • BSM function ........................ 330
• RCTA function ......................333
Driving mode select switch .......................................... 338
Driving assist systems...............340
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .....................346
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14Pictorial index
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■Instrument panel (Left-hand drive vehicles)
Engine switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 204
Starting the engine/changing the modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 204
Emergency stop of the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 545
When the engine will not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 613
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 580
Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 209
Changing the shift position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 209
Precautions against towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 546
When the shift lever does not move. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 214
Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 93
Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 93
Warning lights/indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 88
When the warning lights come on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 554
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■Instrument panel (Right-hand drive vehicles)
Engine switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 204
Starting the engine/changing the modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 204
Emergency stop of the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 545
When the engine will not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 613
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 580
Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .P. 209
Changing the shift position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 209
Precautions against towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 546
When the shift lever does not move. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 214
Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 93
Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 93
Warning lights/indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 88
When the warning lights come on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 554
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1753-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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When either “L” or “R” of the mirror select switch is selected, the outside rear
view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle is reversing in
order to give a better view of the ground.
To disable this function, select neither “L” nor “R”.
■Adjusting the mirror angle when the vehicle is reversing
With the shift lever in R, adjust the mirror angle at a desired position.
The adjusted angle will be memorized and the mirror will automatically tilt to
the memorized angle whenever the shift lever is shifted to R from next time.
The memorized downward tilt position of the mirror is linked to the normal position
(angle adjusted with the shif t lever in other than R). Therefore, if the normal posi-
tion is changed after adjustment, th e tilt position will also change.
When the normal position is changed, readjust the angle in reversing.
■Mirror angle can be adjusted when
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The automatic folding/extending mirror function will return to off as default. To turn the
function on, press the switch again to select on.
■When the mirrors are fogged up
The outside rear view mirrors can be clea red using the mirror defoggers. Turn on the
rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defoggers. ( P. 458)
■Automatic adjustment of the mirror angle (if equipped)
A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by the
driving position memory. ( P. 161)
■Auto anti-glare function (if equipped)
When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to automatic mode, the outside rear
view mirrors will activate in co njunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to
reduce reflected light. ( P. 172)
■Using automatic mode in cold weather
When automatic mode is used in cold weat her, the door mirror could freeze up and
automatic stowing and return may not be possible. In this case, remove any ice and snow
from the door mirror, then either operate the mirror using manual mode or move the mir-
ror by hand.
■Customization
The automatic mirror folding and extending operation can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 641)
Linked mirror function when reversing (if equipped)

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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle...................... 186
Cargo and luggage .................... 194
Trailer towing (vehicles without
a towing package) ................... 195
Trailer towing (vehicles with a towing package) ................... 196
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ...........204
Automatic transmission...........209
Turn signal lever .......................... 216
Parking brake ................................217
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 218
Automatic High Beam .............. 221
Fog light switch ...........................225
Windshield wipers and washer ......................................... 226
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap...... 234 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Lexus Safety System+ ..............238
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 246
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ............ 260
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .......... 269
Dynamic radar cruise control ......................................... 274
Cruise control ............................. 286
Stop & Start system................... 290
Lexus parking assist-sensor.............................. 299
Lexus parking assist monitor....................................... 308
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 324 • BSM function .........................330
• RCTA function...................... 333
Driving mode select switch ...........................................338
Driving assist systems ..............340
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 346

1884-1. Before driving
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■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system
needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have any au thorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer, perform the bedding down operation.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the cor-
rect fuel. ( P. 632)
■Idling time before engine stop
To prevent damage to the turbocharger, allow the engine to idle immediately after high-
load driving.
■If the steering wheel is turned shortly after the engine has started (vehicles with a Stop
& Start system)
P. 294
Driving conditionIdling time
Normal city driving or high-spe ed driving (at the highway speed
limit or recommended speed)
Not necessary
Steep hill driving, continuous driv ing (race track driving etc.), or
towing a trailer or another vehicle (vehicles with towing pack-
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Approximately 1 minute

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Trailer towing (vehicles without a towing package)
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also does
not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier
for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer
towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

1964-1. Before driving
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◆Weight limits
Check the allowable towing capacity, GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass), MPAC
(Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity), and permissible draw bar load before
towing. (P. 630)
◆Towing hitch/bracket
Lexus recommends the use of the Lexus hi tch/bracket for your vehicle. Other
products of a suitable nature and comparable quality may also be used.
◆To prevent an accident
The handling of the vehicle will feel different when towing a trailer. Beware of
the 3 most common causes of towing-rel ated accidents: driver error, exces-
sive speed, and overloading.
Trailer towing (vehicles with a towing package)
The strain of towing a trailer will have a negative impact on the running perfor-
mance, handling, fuel consumption and endurance of your vehicle. Use the
vehicle features in the correct manner and operate the vehicle with care for
safer driving and optimal comfort. Damage and/or malfunctions that occur as
a result of towing performed for commercial purposes are not covered by the
Lexus warranty.
Ask your local authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer for further details before towing, as there are additional legal
requirements in some countries.

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■Total trailer weight and permissible drawbar loadTotal trailer weight
Weight of the trailer itself plus the
trailer load should be within the max-
imum towing capacity. Exceeding
this weight is dangerous. ( P. 630)
When the total trailer weight is
greater than the vehicle weight, we
recommend the use of a friction sta-
bilizer (sway control device).
Permissible drawbar load
Allocate the trailer load so that the drawbar load is greater than 25 kg (55.1 lb.) or
4% of the towing capacity. Do not let the drawbar load exceed the indicated
weight. ( P. 630)
■Information tag (manufacturer’s label)
Gross vehicle mass
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, luggage, towing hitch, total curb
mass and drawbar load should not exceed the gross vehicle mass by more than
100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceedin g this weight is dangerous.
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum permissible
rear axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing conducted at sea level.
Take note that engine output and towing capacity will be reduced at high altitudes.
Important points regarding trailer loads
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■When the gross vehicle mass or maximum permissible axle capacity is exceeded
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious
injury.
●Add an additional 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended tire infla-
tion pressure value. (P. 638)
●Do not exceed the established speed limit for towing a trailer in built-up areas or 100
km/h (62 mph), whichever is the lower.