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Driving The vehicle height may not increase, if the
vehicle height already reaches the
selected height.
The vehicle will return to its normal height
when the vehicle speed reaches approxi-
mately 12 mph (20 km/h).
When access mode control is disabled, the
parking height control will also be disabled.
 Parking height control (“Select
Parking Height”) When “High” is selected, the vehicle height
will automatically increase when the P shift
position is selected and a door is opened.
The vehicle height will increase by approxi-
mately 0.4 in. (10 mm) from its normal
position.
The vehicle height may not increase, if the
vehicle height already reaches the
selected height.
The vehicle will return to its normal height
when the vehicle speed reaches approxi-
mately 12 mph (20 km/h).
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When the vehicle height has been
increased by the access mode control
function
Press the vehicle height adjustment switch
with the engine switch in any mode to return
the vehicle to its previous vehicle height. ■
Situations in which the access mode
control function will not operate
The access mode cont rol function will not
operate if the vehicle is not parked on a
level road surface.
The vehicle height control functions
can be disabled using the meter con-
trol switches. ( → P.77)
1 Press or to select . 2 Press or to select “Vehicle
Settings” and then press .
3 Press or to select
and then press .
4 Press or to select “Height
Control” and then press . This setting is memorized even if the
engine switch is turned off.
Even if the vehicle height control func-
tions are disabled, they will be enabled
automatically when the vehicle speed
reaches approximately 19 mph (30
km/h). ■
When “Check Air Suspension System”
is displayed on th e multi-information
display
The system may not operate properly. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( → P.468)
Disabling the vehicle height con-
trol functions

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Driving ■
Adaptive Variable Suspension Sys-
tem (if equipped)
By independently controlling the
damping force of the shock absorbers
for each of the 4 wheels according to
the road and driving conditions, this
system helps riding comfort with supe-
rior vehicle stabilit y, and helps good
vehicle posture.
Also, the damping force changes
depending on the selected driving
mode. ( → P.289)■
LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling
system) (if equipped)
Provides integrated control of the
VGRS, DRS and EPS. Contributes to
turning characteristics at low speeds,
responsiveness at medium speeds and
safety at high speeds by controlling the
steering angle of the front and rear
wheels in accordance with the steering
wheel operation and vehicle speed. ■
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Inte-
grated Management)
Provides integrated control of the
ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC,
hill-start assist control, EPS, VGRS (if
equipped), DRS (if equipped), active
stabilizer suspension system (if
equipped) and Adaptive Variable Sus-
pension System (if equipped)
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when
swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes, engine output,
steering assist, and steering ratio ■
When the TRAC/VSC systems are
operating (vehicles without Lexus
Safety System+A)
The slip indicator light will flash while the
TRAC/VSC systems are operating.
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When the TRAC/VSC/ABS systems are
operating (vehicles with Lexus Safety
System+A)
The slip indicator light will flash while the
TRAC/VSC/ABS systems are operating.
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Disabling the TRAC system
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow,
the TRAC system may reduce power from
the engine to the wheels. Pressing the
switch to turn the system off may make it
easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to
free it.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly press
and release the switch.
The “Traction Co ntrol Turned Off” will be
shown on the multi-information display.
Press the switch ag ain to turn the sys-
tem back on.

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Disabling both TRAC and VSC systems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off,
press and hold the switch for more
than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on
and the “Traction Cont rol Turned Off” will
be shown on the mult i-information display. *
Press the switch again to turn the sys-
tem back on. *
: On vehicles with PCS (Pre-Collision
System), PCS will also be disabled (only
Pre-Collision warning is available). The
PCS warning light will come on and a
message will be displayed on the
multi-information display. ( → P.210, 217)■
When the message is displayed on the
multi-information display showing that
TRAC has been disabled even if the
switch has not been pressed
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your
Lexus dealer. ■
Operating conditions of hill-start assist
control
When the following four conditions are met,
the hill-start assist control will operate:
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The shift position is in a position other
than P or N (when stating off for-
ward/backward on an upward incline)
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The vehicle is stopped
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The accelerator pedal is not depressed
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The parking brake is not engaged
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Automatic system cancelation of
hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any
of the following situations: ●
Shift the shift position to P or N ●
The accelerator pedal is depressed ●
The parking brake is engaged ●
2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the
brake pedal is released ■
VGRS is disabled when
VGRS may stop operat ing in the following
situations.
In this event, the steering wheel may move
from its straight forward position, but it will
return when the system restarts. ●
When the steering wheel is operated for
an extended period of time while the
vehicle is stopped or is moving very
slowly (on vehicles with LDH, DRS is dis-
abled together with VGRS) ●
When the steering wheel has been held
fully to the left or right
The center position of the steering wheel
may change when VGRS is disabled. How-
ever, the position will return to normal after
VGRS is reactivated. ■
When the battery is disconnected (vehi-
cles with VGRS)
The steering wheel may move from its
straight forward position, but this will be
corrected automatically when driving. ■
Sounds and vibrations caused by the
ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC, hill-start
assist control and VGRS systems ●
A sound may be heard from the engine
compartment when the brake pedal is
depressed repeatedly, when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to
move. This sound does not indicate that a
malfunction has occurred in any of these
systems.
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Any of the following conditions may
occur when the above systems are oper-
ating. None of these indicates that a mal-
function has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle
body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after
the vehicle comes to a stop.
• Vehicles without Lexus Safety Sys-
tem+A: The brake pedal may pulsate
slightly after the ABS is activated.

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Driving • Vehicles without Lexus Safety Sys-
tem+A: The brake pedal may move down
slightly after the ABS is activated.■
ECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard in the
following cases, but it does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred. ●
Operating sound heard from the engine
compartment when the brake pedal is
operated.●
Motor sound of the brake system heard
from the front part of the vehicle when
the driver’s door is opened.●
Operating sound heard from the engine
compartment when one or two minutes
passed after the stop of the engine.■
EPS, VGRS and DRS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a
motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction. ■
Automatic reactivation of TRAC and
VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems
off, the systems will be automatically
re-enabled in the following situations: ●
When the engine switch is turned off●
If only the TRAC system is turned off, the
TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed
increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are
turned off, automatic re-enabling will not
occur when vehicle speed increases.■
Reduced effectiveness of the EPS sys-
tem
The effectiveness of the EPS system is
reduced to prevent the system from over-
heating when there is frequent steering
input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, re frain from excessive
steering input or stop the vehicle and turn
the engine off. The EPS system should
return to normal within 10 minutes.
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Secondary Collision Brake operating
conditions
The vehicle speed is approximately 6 mph
(10 km/h) or more and the airbag sensor detects a collision. (The Secondary Colli-
sion Brake will not operate when the vehicle
speed is below approximately 6 mph [10
km/h].) ■
Secondary Collision Brake automatic
cancellation
The Secondary Collision Brake is automati-
cally canceled in the following situations: ●
The vehicle speed drops below approxi-
mately 6 mph (10 km/h) ●
A certain amount of time elapses during
operation ●
The accelerator pedal is depressed a
large amount ■
When “Check VGRS System” or
“CHECK DRS” is displayed on the
multi-information display
The VGRS or DRS may not operate prop-
erly. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
WARNING■
The ABS does not operate effectively
when ●
The limits of tire gripping performance
have been exceeded (such as exces-
sively worn tires on a snow covered
road).
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The vehicle hydroplanes while driving
at high speed on wet or slick roads.
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Stopping distance when the ABS is
operating may exceed that of normal
conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the
vehicle’s stopping di stance. Always main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you, especially in the following
situations:
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When driving on dirt, gravel or
snow-covered roads
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When driving with tire chains
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When driving over bumps in the road
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When driving over roads with potholes
or uneven surfaces

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Interior features Interior features .
5-1. Remote Touch/Display
Remote Touch ............................ 304
Center Display ........................... 306
Rear Multi Operation Panel
........................................................ 308
5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge
Lexus Climate Concierge ....... 311
5-3. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning
system .......................................... 313
Rear air conditioning system
........................................................ 323
Heated steering wheel/seat heat-
ers/seat ventilators ................ 326
5-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list......................... 330
5-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features............ 334
Trunk features............................. 339
5-6. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ........... 342
Garage door opener............... 349
Lexus Enform Safety Connect
........................................................ 355

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Switches
“MAP” buttonVehicles with navigation function:
Press this button to display the vehicle’s
current position.
Vehicles without navigation function:
Press this button to display the compass
mode screen.
“MENU” buttonPress this button to display the menu
screen.
Back buttonPress this button to display the previous
screen.
TouchpadSlide your finger on the touchpad and
move the pointer to select a function, letter
and screen button.
Press the touchpad to enter the selected function, letter or screen button. Certain
finger movements on the touchpad can
perform functions, su ch as changing map
scalings and scrolling list screens.
Sub function button When is displayed on the screen, a
function screen assigned to the screen can
be displayed. ■
Using the touchpad
1 Select: Touch the touchpad to
select the desired button on the
screen.
2 Enter: Buttons on the screen can be
selected by either depressing or
double tapping the touchpad.
Once a button has been selected,
the screen will change. ■
Touch operation
Operations are performed by touching
the touchpad with your finger.
 Trace Trace the pad surface while maintaining
contact with the touchpad. Moving the
cursor and the pointer.Remote Touch The Remote Touch can be used to
operate the Center Display.
For details on the Remote touch,
refer to “NAVIGATION AND
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Remote Touch operation
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Interior features  Double tap Tap the touchpad twice, quickly. Select the
button on the screen.
 Flick Quick and short movement along the
touchpad with you finger. Move the list
screen.
 Pinch in/Pinch out Slide fingers toward each other or apart on
the touchpad. Change the scale of the
map. NOTICE■
To prevent damage to the Remote
Touch
Observe the following precautions. Fail-
ure to do so may cause damage to the
Remote Touch. ●
Do not allow food, liquid, stickers or lit
cigarettes to contact the Remote
Touch. ●
Do not subject the Remote Touch to
excessive pressure or strong impact. ●
Do not push the touchpad with a
strong force or use a sharp pointed
object to operate the pad.

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Menu screen
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch to display the menu
screen.
The displays shown in the illustrations
are used for example only and may dif-
fer from the actual vehicle. *1
: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”. *2
: This function is not available on some
models.
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Split-screen display
Different information can be displayed on the left and right sides of the screen. For
example, air conditioning system screen can be displayed and operated while the
fuel consumption information screen is be ing displayed. The large screen on the
left of the display is called the main display, and the small screen to the right is
called the side display.Center Display
Center Display overview
Switch Function
Select to display the
“Destination”
screen. *1
Select to display the
radio control
screen. *1 Select to display the
media control
screen. *1
Select to display the
hands-free control
screen. *1
Select to display the
“Apps” screen. *1, 2
Select to display the
information screen. *1

( → P.87)
Select to display the
setup screen. *1
Select to display the
air conditioning con-
trol screen.
( → P.316)Switch Function

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Main display
For details about the functions and
operation of the main display, refer to
the respective section and “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”. ■
Side display
The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.
Select or to display the desired
screen.
Navigation system *
Audio *
Vehicle information ( → P.89)
Air conditioning system ( → P.319) Show/hide the side display **
: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
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Screen display during low temperatures
When the ambient temperature is
extremely low, screen response may be
delayed even if the Remote Touch is oper-
ated.
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Home screen
Touch to display the audio control
screen.
Refer to “NAVIGATION AND
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Touch to display the rear air condi-
tioning control screen. ( → P.324)
Touch to display the rear seat
adjustment screen. ( → P.124)
Touch to display the relaxation seat
(if equipped) control screen.
( → P.126)
Touch to display the rear sunshade (if equipped)/rear interior light con-
trol screen. ( → P.346)
Touch to display the Rear Multi
Operation Panel settings screen.
( → P.308)
Show the progress of unlocking the
Rear Multi Operation Panel.
Touch and hold to unlock the Rear
Multi Operation Panel.
Shortcut button Shortcut screen is displayed. Touch to dis-
play/hide commonly used buttons for a
selected mode on the bottom portion of
the screen.
buttonPress to display the home screen. ■
Rear Multi Operation Panel set-
tings screen
Screen operation settings and the
brightness of the screen can be
changed.Rear Multi Operation Panel *
The Rear Multi Operation Panel
built-into the rear armrest can be
used to operate the rear audio sys-
tem, air conditioning system, etc.
Rear Multi Operation Panel
overview
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