ignition LEXUS LX570 2014 User Guide
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1051-3. Adjustable components (s eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Mirror angle can be adjusted when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. ■
When the mirrors are fogged up
The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn on
the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defoggers.
( P. 4 5 6 )■
Auto anti-glare function
When the anti-glare inside rear view mirr or is set to auto mode, the outside rear
view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to
reduce reflected light. ( P. 1 0 2 )■
Linked mirror function when reversing
When the mirror select switch is in the “L ” or “R” position, the outside rear view mir-
rors will automatically angle downwards wh en the vehicle is reversing in order to
give a better view of the ground. To disa ble this function, move the mirror select
switch to the neutral position (between “L” and “R”). ■
Automatic adjustment of the mirror angle
A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automatically
by the driving position memory. ( P. 8 3 )
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Before driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 1-4. Opening and closing th e windows and moon roof
Power windows
Lock switch
Press the switch down to lock pas-
senger window switches. Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.The power windows can be opened and closed using the following
switches.
Closing
One-touch closing
*Opening
One-touch opening
*
*: To s t o p t h e w i n d o w p a r t w a y ,
operate the switch in the oppo-
site direction.
■
The power windows can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
Door lock linked window operation
The following functions can be used if customized at your Lexus dealer. ●
The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.
( P. 8 6 7 )●
The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control.
( P. 4 8 )●
The power windows can be closed using the entry function. ( P. 3 6 )
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1081-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
Operating the power windows after turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
OFF
The power windows can be operated for ap proximately 45 seconds even after the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned OFF.
They cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened. ■
Jam protection function
If an object becomes caught between th e window and the window frame, window
travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly. ■
When the power window does not close normally
If the jam protection function is oper ating abnormally and a window cannot be
closed, perform the following operations using the power window switch on the rel-
evant door. ●
After stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power win-
dow switch in the one-touch closin g position while the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode. ●
If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation
explained above, initialize the function by performing the following procedure.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position. Con-
tinue holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has
closed.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening position. Con-
tinue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has
opened completely.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position once
again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the win-
dow has closed.
If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the beginning.
If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after performing the
above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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1111-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
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Before driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) ■
The moon roof can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
Door lock linked moon roof operation
The following functions can be used if customized at your Lexus dealer. ●
The moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key. ( P. 8 6 7 )●
The moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control. ( P. 4 8 )●
The moon roof can be closed using the entry function. ( P. 3 6 )■
Operating the moon roof after turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF
The moon roof can be operated for ap proximately 45 seconds even after the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned OFF. It
cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.■
Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing or tilting
down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly. ■
If the moon roof cannot be closed automatically
Keep the switch depressed. ■
To reduce moon roof wind noise
When the moon roof is opened automatically, it will stop slightly before the fully
open position. Driving with the moon roof in this position can help reduce wind
noise. ■
Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will
open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
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1161-5. Refueling
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) CAUTION■
Refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle.
Failure to do so, may result in death or serious injury. ●
Touch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static electricity.
Sparks resulting from discha rging static electricity may cause the fuel vapors to
ignite. ●
Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until
the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap.
In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out of the filler neck and cause injury. ●
Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their bodies to
come close to an open fuel tank. ●
Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled. ●
Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire. ●
Do not return to the vehicle or touch an y person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up , resulting in a possible ignition hazard.■
When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle.
Failure to do so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in death or seri-
ous injury.
NOTICE■
Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Failure to do so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the exhaust systems to
operate abnormally or damaging fuel syst em components or the vehicle’s painted
surface.
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Before driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
■
System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system. ■
Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction ●
If the key is in contact with a metallic object ●
If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicleThe vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s
on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned OFF to
indicate that the system is oper-
ating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
to ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.
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11911-6. Theft deterrent system
Before driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Alarm The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is
detected.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the follow ing situations when the alarm is
set:
● A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than by
using the entry function, the wire less remote control or using the
mechanical key. (The doors wi ll lock again automatically.)
● The hood is opened.
■ Setting the alarm system
Close the doors and hood, and
lock all doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds. The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
■ Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
● Unlock the doors.
● Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode, or start the engine. (The alarm will be
deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
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1371-7. Safety information
1
Before driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Deactivating the curtain shield airbags in a vehicle rollover
ON/OFF (hold for a few seconds) The RSCA OFF indicator turns on
(only when the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.)
The roll sensing function for the
curtain shield airbags and seat belt
pretensioners will turn back on
automatically each time the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode.■
This switch only should be used
In a situation where the inflation is not desired (such as during extreme off road driv-
ing). ■
Operating conditions when the RSCA OFF indicator is on ●
The curtain shield airbag and seat belt pretensioner will not activate in a vehicle
rollover. ●
The curtain shield airbag will activate in a severe side impact. ●
The pretensioner will activate in a severe frontal collision.
CAUTION■
While normal driving
Make sure the RSCA OFF indicator is not turned on. If it is left on, the curtain shield
airbag will not activate in the event of an accident, which may result in death or seri-
ous injury.
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When driving
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163
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) 2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle.................. 164
Engine (ignition) switch ......... 175
Automatic transmission ........ 179
Turn signal lever ....................... 187
Parking brake .......................... 188
Horn ............................................ 189
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ................ 190
Indicators and warning
lights ......................................... 194
Multi-information
display ...................................... 198
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch..................... 206
Automatic High Beam ............ 211
Fog light switch ........................ 218
Windshield wipers and
washer ................................... 220
Rear window wiper and
washer .................................... 226
Headlight cleaner
switch ...................................... 229 2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control......................... 230
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 234
Intuitive parking assist .......... 249
Rear view monitor system ... 260
Lexus parking assist
monitor................................... 268
Wide view front &
side monitor ........................... 301
4-Wheel AHC (Active
Height Control
Suspension) ........................... 318
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system) ............ 329
Four-wheel drive system...... 330
Crawl Control (with Turn
Assist function) .................... 335
Multi-terrain Select .............. 342
Driving assist systems ........... 347
Pre-Collision System ............ 355
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ............ 361
Cargo and luggage ............... 366
Vehicle load limits .................. 373
Winter driving tips .................. 374
Trailer towing .......................... 379
Dinghy towing ......................... 399
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1752-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L21U_(U) Engine (ignition) switch Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on
your person starts the engine or changes “ENGINE START STOP” switch
modes.
■ Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch. The engine can be started from
any “ENGINE START STOP”
switch mode.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started. The engine will
crank until it starts or for up to
30 seconds, whichever is less.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4