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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
■Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wiper will operate once to show
that auto mode is activated.
●If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 194°F (90°C) or higher, or -22°F
(-30°C) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the
wipers in any mode other than “AUTO”.
■Outside rear view mirror defogger activa tion linked to windshield wiper opera-
tion
The outside rear view mirror defogger au tomatically turns on when you operate the
windshield wipers.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. drip prevention function) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 5 4 0 )
CAUTION
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode (vehicles with
rain-sensing windshield wipers)
The windshield wipers may operate unexpect edly if the sensor is touched or the
windshield is subjected vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your fingers etc.
do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
●The sensor judges the amount of rain-
drops.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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When driving
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight cleaner switch
■The headlight cleaner can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the headlight
switch is turned on.
■Windshield washer linked operation
Only for the first time when the windshield washer is operated with the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode and the headlights on, the headlight
cleaner will operate once. (P. 1 6 9 )
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not use this function when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause the
washer fluid pump to overheat.
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
Press the switch to clean the
headlights.
: If equipped

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4-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (alu-
minum wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead in sects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron
powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with
low humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from th e windshield, pull the driver side wiper
arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning the wipers to
their original position, do so from the passenger side first.
■When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers
only)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers
may operate and the wiper blades may be
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
14RR DOOR LH20 APo w e r w i n d o w s
15FR DOOR LH20 APower windows, outside rear view
mirror
16SECURITY7. 5 ASmart access system with push-button
start
17H-LP LVL7. 5 AAutomatic headlight leveling system
18LH-IG10 A
Charging system, headlight cleaner,
rear window defogger, electric cool-
ing fans, emergency flashers, turn sig-
nal lights, back-up lights, stop lights,
mirror heaters, rear sun shade, seat
belts, intuitive parking assist, cruise
control, air conditioning system, PTC
heater, manual transmission, wind-
shield wiper de-icer
19FR WIP30 AWindshield wipers
FuseAmpereCircuit

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6-2. Customization
Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
P. 1 6 9 )
Switching operation when
the vehicle is stationaryOnOff
Drip prevention functionOnOff
Time elapsed before the
drip prevention function
operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on
the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
Intuitive park-
ing assist
(
P. 1 7 9 )
Back sensor operation
display and buzzerOnOff
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Distance which a sensor
detects4.9 ft. (150 cm)2.0 ft. (60 cm)
Illumination
(
P. 3 1 5 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff
Operation after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned OFF
OnOff
Front footwell lightsOnOff
Shift lever lightOnOff
Outer foot lightOnOff
Seat belt
reminder
(
P. 4 6 3 )
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzerOnOff
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ......................................... 461
Open door .......................................... 463
Seat belt reminder ............................ 463
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .................. 462
Brake assist system .......................... 462
Brake system ......................................... 461
Charging system ............................... 462
Electric power steering warning light ..................................... 462
Low fuel level....................................... 463
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 462
Master warning light ........................ 463
Open door ........................................... 463
Pretensioners ...................................... 462
Seat belt reminder light .................. 463
SRS airbags .......................................... 462
Tire pressure warning light........................................................ 463
Warning messages AWD system ......................................... 471
Engine oil level .....................................473
Engine oil maintenance...................473
Engine oil pressure........................... 470
Hood ........................................................473
Intuitive parking assist ........... 471, 473
Moon roof ..............................................473
Open door ............................................473
Parking brake .......................................473 Smart access system with
push-button start ............................ 477
Steering lock...........................................471
Tire pressure warning system...................... 471, 473
Trunk ........................................................ 473
Washer fluid ......................................... 473
Washer Checking .............................................. 399
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 195
Switch........................................................ 169
Washing and waxing ...........................368
Weight Cargo capacity ...................................... 191
Load limits .............................................. 194
Weight.................................................... 508
Wheels ....................................................... 416
Window glasses ...................................... 75
Window lock switch ............................... 75
Windows Power windows ..................................... 75
Rear window defogger.....................214
Washer .................................................... 169
Windshield wipers................................. 169
Windshield wiper de-icer................... 215
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.........................421
WMA disc ............................................... 234W