LEXUS LX570 2015 Owners Manual

2612-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
When using the intuitive parking assist
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely and possi-
bly cause an accident. ●
Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h). ●
The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When moving for-
ward or reversing, check the areas surro unding the vehicle (especially the sides
of the vehicle) for safety, and drive slowly, using the brake to control the vehicle’s
speed. ●
Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.
NOTICE■
When using intuitive parking assist
In the following situations, the system ma y not function correctly due to a sensor
malfunction etc. Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer. ●
A beep does not sound when you turn the main switch on. ●
The intuitive parking assist operation disp lay flashes, and a beep sounds when no
obstacles are detected. ●
If the area around a sensor collides with something, or is subjected to strong
impact. ●
If the bumper collides with something. ●
If the display shows continuously without a beep. ●
If a display error occurs, first check the sensor.
If the error occurs even if there is no ice, snow or mud on the sensor, it is likely
that the sensor is malfunctioning.■
Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of wa ter or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.

2622-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Rear view monitor system 
 : If equippedThe rear view monitor sy stem assists the driver by displaying an image of
the view behind the vehicle while ba cking up, for example while parking.
The screen illustrations used in this te xt are intended as examples, and may
differ from the image that is actually displayed on the screen.
The rear view monitor system
will activate when the shift lever
is in “R”. If you move the lever out of “R”,
the rear view monitor system
will be deactivated.
When the shift lever is shifted to
the “R” position and any mode
button (such as “MAP/
VOICE”) is pressed, the rear
view monitor system is can-
celled, and the screen is
switched to the mode of the but-
ton that was pressed.

2632-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Using the rear view monitor system
■ Screen display
The rear view monitor system screen will be displayed if the shift lever
is shifted to the “R” position while the “ENGINE ST ART STOP” switch
is in IGNITION ON mode. The rear view monitor system displa ys the last-used parking mode first.
Intuitive parking assist display If an obstacle is detected while the
Intuitive parking assist is on, a dis-
play is shown in the top right cor-
ner of the screen.

2642-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Rear view monitor system precautions
■ Area displayed on screen
The rear view monitor system dis-
plays an image of the view from
the bumper of the rear area of the
vehicle.
To adjust the image on the rear
view monitor system screen.
(  P. 406)
• The area displayed on the
screen may vary according to
vehicle orientation condi-
tions.
• Objects which are close to
either corner of the bumper
or under the bumper cannot
be seen on the screen.
• The camera uses a special
lens. The distance of the
image that appears on the
screen differs from the actual
distance.
• Items which are located
higher than the camera may
not be displayed by the moni-
tor.Corners of bumper

2652-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) ■ Rear view monitor system camera
The camera for the rear view mon-
itor system is located above the
license plate.
● Using the camera
If dirt or foreign matter (such as water droplets, snow, mud etc.) is
adhering to the camera, it cannot tra nsmit a clear image. In this case,
flush it with a large quantity of water. After that, rinse the camera lens
with water and wipe it clean with a soft and wet cloth.

2662-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Things you should know
■ If you notice any symptoms
If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the likely cause
and the solution, and re-check.
If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer. Symptom Likely cause Solution
The image is difficult to
see • The vehicle is in a dark
area
•The temperature
around the lens is either
high or low
• The outside tempera-
ture is low
• There are water drop-
lets on the camera
• It is raining or humid
• Foreign matter (mud
etc.) is adhering to the
camera
• There are scratches on
the camera
• Sunlight or headlights
are shining directly into
the camera
• The vehicle is under flu-
orescent lights, sodium
lights, mercury lights
etc. If this happens due to
these causes, it does not
indicate a malfunction.
Back up while visually
checking the vehicle’s
surroundings. (Use the
monitor again once con-
ditions have been
improved.)
To adjust the image on
the rear view monitor
system screen. (  P.
406)

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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) The image is blurry Dirt or foreign matter
(such as water droplets,
snow, mud etc.) is adher-
ing to the camera. Flush the camera with a
large quantity of water.
After that, rinse the cam-
era lens with water and
wipe it clean with a soft
and wet cloth.
A vertical white streak is
on the screen When a bright spot (such
as sunlight reflecting off
the body of another vehi-
cle) is received by the
camera, a vertical streak
may be left above and
below the bright spot
(smear effect). If this happens due to
these causes, it does not
indicate a malfunction.
Back up while visually
checking the vehicle’s
surroundings. (Use the
monitor again once con-
ditions have been
improved.)
The image is out of align-
ment The camera or surround-
ing area has received a
strong impact. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus
dealer.Symptom Likely cause Solution

2682-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) CAUTION■
When using the rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system is a suppleme ntal device intended to assist the driver
when backing up. When backing up, be sure to check visually behind and all
around the vehicle before proceeding.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or
serious injuries. ●
Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when backing up. The
image and the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may differ from
the actual state.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle. ●
When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will accommodate your
vehicle before maneuvering into it. ●
Be sure to back up slowly, depressing the brake pedal to control vehicle speed.●
In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become faint. The
image could distort when the vehicle is moving, or you may become unable to
see the image on the screen. Be sure to check direct visually and with the mirrors
all around the vehicl e before proceeding.●
The camera uses a special lens. The di stances between objects and pedestrians
that appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ from the actual dis-
tances. (  P. 292)

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When driving
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) NOTICE■
How to use the camera ●
The rear view monitor system may not operate properly in the following cases.
• If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the camera
may change.
• As the camera has a water proof constr uction, do not detach, disassemble or
modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
• Do not strongly rub the camera lens. If the camera lens is scratched, it cannot
transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to
adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the
vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the cam-
era or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunctioning.●
Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunction. If
this happens, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer as soon as possi-
ble.

2702-4. Using other driving systems
LX570_OM_OM60L96U_(U) Lexus parking assist monitor 
The parking assist monitor system assist s the driver by displaying an image
of the view behind the vehicle while backing up, for example while parking.
The parking assist monitor system assists with the following 2 backing-
up operations:
• Perpendicular parking (parking in a garage, etc.)
• Parallel parking (parking at the side of the road, etc.) The screen illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and
may differ from the image that is actually displayed on the screen.
The parking assis t monitor sys-
tem will activate when the shift
lever is in “R”. If you move the lever out of “R”,
the parking assist monitor sys-
tem will be deactivated.
When the shift lever is shifted to
the “R” position and any mode
button (such as “MAP/
VOICE”) is pressed, the park-
ing assist monitor system is can-
celled, and the screen is
switched to the mode of the but-
ton that was pressed.