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2-4. Using other driving systems
CAUTION
■Handling the radar sensor
Observe the following to ensure the pre-collision system can function effectively.
●Keep the sensor and front grille clean at all times.
Clean the sensor and front grille with a soft cloth so you do not mark or damage
them.
●Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system may malfunction. If the
sensor or surrounding area are subject to a strong impact, always have the area
inspected and adjusted by a Lexus dealer.
●Do not disassemble the sensor.
●Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor, grille guard or surrounding
area.
■Limitations of the pre-collision system
Do not rely on the pre-collision system. Always drive safely, taking care to observe
your surroundings and checking for any obstacles or other road hazards.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ........... 162
Automatic air conditioning system .......................................... 162
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers........... 170
3-2. Using the audio system .......... 171 Audio system type ....................... 171
Using the radio ............................. 174
Using the CD player .................. 181
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs................................ 187
Optimal use of the audio system .......................................... 195
Using the AUX adapter .......... 198
Using the steering wheel audio switches .......................... 199
3-3. Using the interi or lights ......... 201
Interior lights list.......................... 201
• Interior lights and personal lights......................... 203
3-4. Using the storage features ................................. 205
List of storage features........... 205
• Glove box ................................ 205 • Console boxes ........................ 206
• Overhead console ................ 207
• Cup holders ............................. 208
• Bottle holders/door
pockets ....................................... 209
3-5. Other interior features.......... 211 Sun visors ........................................ 211
Vanity mirror ................................. 212
Clock............................................... 213
Satellite switch es ......................... 214
Ashtrays .......................................... 217
Cigarette lighter ......................... 218
Power outlet ................................. 219
Seat heaters ................................ 220
Seat heaters and ventilators .................................. 222
Armrest ......................................... 224
Rear sunshade............................ 225
Extended trunk .......................... 227
Coat hooks .................................. 228
Floor mat ...................................... 229
Trunk features ............................. 230
Garage door opener............... 233
Compass ...................................... 238

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and
ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
●The system may switch automatically to recirculated mode when the coolest
temperature setting is selected in summer.
●Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm
or cool air is ready to flow.
●Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period.
■Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to
(outside air) mode in situ-
ations where the windows need to be defogged.
■Outside air temperature approaches 32 F (0C).
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
■When the indicator light on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once
more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light
continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Automatic mode for air intake control
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
■Micro dust and pollen removal mode
●When the outside air is cold, the following may occur.
• Outside air mode does not switch to .
• The air conditioning syst em operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute.
●In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .

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3-2. Using the audio system
NOTICE
■CD player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious damage to the CDs or
the player itself.
●Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
●Do not apply oil to the CD player.
●Store CDs away from direct sunlight.
●Never try to disassemble any part of the CD player.
●Do not insert more than one CD at a time.

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3-2. Using the audio system
NOTICE
■CD player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the CDs or the
player itself.
●Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
●Do not apply oil to the CD player.
●Store CDs away from direct sunlight.
●Never try to disassemble any part of the CD player.
●Do not insert more than one CD at a time.

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Interior features
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Front personal lights (P. 203)
Front interior light ( P. 2 0 3 )
Front overhead courtesy light
Rear personal lights ( P. 203)
Rear interior light
Rear overhead courtesy light
Shift lever lighting (when engine switch is in ACC or IG-ON mode)
Front foot well lighting
Front door courtesy lighting
Front scuff lighting (if equipped)
Outer foot lights
Turning the instrument panel light contro l knob fully to the left disables the
shift lever lighting and front foot well lighting.

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3-3. Using the interior lights
■Illuminated entry system
The following interior lights come on automatically when you approach the vehicle
with the electronic key on your person. Note that the illuminated entry system oper-
ates only when the interior light switch (door position ON/OFF) is ON.
●Front overhead courtesy light
●Rear overhead courtesy light
●Outer foot light
The following lights turn on when any of the doors is unlocked or opened.
●Front interior light
●Rear interior lights
●Front foot well lighting
●Front door courtesy lighting
●Front scuff lighting
The following lights turn on for approximately 15 seconds when the engine switch is
turned to OFF from the IG-ON or ACC mo de. (The lights turn off immediately if
the doors are locked or the engine switch is set to ACC or IG-ON mode.)
●Front overhead courtesy light
●Rear overhead courtesy light
■To prevent the battery from being discharged
If the overhead courtesy lights and interior lights remain ON when the door is not
fully closed or the interior light switch (door position ON/OFF) is ON, the lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■Customization
Setting (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. (
P. 3 9 5 )

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Interior features
Interior lightsDoor position ON/OFF
ON/OFF
Models without an electric moon roof
Models with an electric moon roof
Personal lights ON/OFF
Front (models without an electric moon roof)
Interior lights and personal lights

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3-3. Using the interior lights
Front (models with an electric moon roof)
Rear
Pe r s o n a l l i g h t s

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3-4. Using the storage features
Console boxesFront
Pull up the knob to release the
lock.
Slide armrest.
Pull up the knob to release the
lock.
Lift the armrest to open.
Rear (if equipped)
Press the button to release the
lock.
Lift the armrest to open.
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the engine switch is in the IG-ON mode.
■Trunk opener main switch
The a trunk opener main switch located in the glove box. ( P. 1 9 )
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the glove box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Glove box and console boxes