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4198-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications 8-2.Customization
When customizing vehicle features,
ensure that the vehicle is parked in a
safe place with the shift lever in P and
the parking brake set. ■
Changing using the Remote Touch
1 Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch.
2 Select “Setup” on the menu screen
and select “Vehicle”.
3 Select “Vehicle Customization”.
Various setting can be changed. Refer
to the list of settings that can be
changed for details. ■
Changing using the multi-informa-
tion display
1 Press or of the meter con-
trol switches and select .
2 Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the item, and
then press .
3 Press or of the meter con-
trol switches, select the desired set-
ting, and then press .
To go back to the previous screen or
exit the customize mode, press .
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being cus-
tomized. Contact your Lexus dealer.
Settings that can be changed using the Remote Touch
Settings that can be changed us ing the multi-information display
Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer
Settings that can be changed using the vehicle switchCustomizable features Your vehicle includes a variety of
electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to suit your preferences.
The settings of these features can
be changed using the multi-infor-
mation display, the Remote Touch,
or at your Lexus dealer.
Customizing vehicle features WARNING■
Cautions during customization
As the hybrid system needs to be operat-
ing during customizatio n, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with ade-
quate ventilation. In a closed area such as
a garage, exhaust gases including harm-
ful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect
and enter the vehicle. This may lead to
death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■
During customization
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge,
ensure that the hybrid system is operat-
ing while customizing features.
Customizable Features
A
B
C
D

444 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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al_USA_OM78212U 0-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)  If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( → P.386)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( → P.386)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( → P.347)
 Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the
power switch off. ( → P.168)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure
that you have the electronic key on
your person.
 The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( → P.169)  Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened
from inside the vehicle when the
lock is set. Open the rear door from
outside and then unlock the child-
protector lock. ( → P.109)
 Did you press the power switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( → P.168)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( → P.168)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( → P.122)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( → P.169)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can
be started in a temporary way.
( → P.388)
 Is the 12-volt battery discharged?
( → P.390)
 Is the power switch in ON mode?If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked The rear door cannot be opened
If you think something is wrong The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever ca nnot be shifted
from P even if you depress the
brake pedal

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If you cannot release the shift lever
by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON mode
( → P.174)
 It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( → P.169)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the
one at the driver’s seat cannot be
operated if the window lock switch
is pressed. ( → P.145)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the
hybrid system is not operating) for a
period of time. ( → P.170)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the front passen-
ger wearing the seat belts?
( → P.369)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( → P.177)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( → P.365, 374)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm
sounds. ( → P.71)
To stop the alarm, turn the power
switch to ON mode or start the hybrid
system.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-
information display. ( → P.374)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.365, 374.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
replace the flat tire with the spare The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred If you have a flat tire

447What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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al_USA_OM78212U 447Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index A
A/C ................................................................... 268
Air conditioning filter ............................... 346
Automatic air conditioning system ...268
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 273
S-FLOW mode.......................................... 273
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 250
Function ..........................................................250
Warning light ............................................... 367
Active Sound Control (ASC) ................... 181
Air conditioning filter ................................. 346
Air conditioning system ............................ 268
Air conditioning filter ............................... 346
Automatic air conditioning system ...268
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 273
S-FLOW mode.......................................... 273
Airbags ............................................................... 32
Airbag operating conditions................... 34
Airbag precautions for your child .........37
Airbag warning light ................................366
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-
tions .................................................................. 34
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........37
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................... 41
General airbag precautions ....................37
Locations of airbags.....................................32
Modification and disposal of airbags . 40
Seat cushion airbag ......................................32
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 34
Side airbag precautions .............................37
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions...................................................... 34
Side and curtain shield airbags precau-
tions ...................................................................37
SRS airbag instruct ions for Canadian
owners ......................................................... 434
SRS airbags ......................................................32
SRS warning light ......................................366
Alarm ..................................................................... 71 Alarm..................................................................... 71
Warning buzzer ......................................... 372
Anchor brackets ..................................... 55, 57
Antenna (Smart access system with push-
button start) ................................................. 122
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ............... 250
Function ......................................................... 250
Warning light ............................................... 367
Approach warning...................................... 223
Armrest............................................................ 297
ASC (Active Sound Control) ................... 181
Assist grips ..................................................... 297
Automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter................................346
Automatic air conditioning system .. 268
Micro dust and pollen filter ................... 273
S-FLOW mode .......................................... 273
Automatic headlight leveling system ... 184
Automatic High Beam ............................... 186
Automatic light control system............... 184
B
Back door .......................................................... 110
Wireless remote control ........................... 113
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb ..................................353
Battery (12-volt battery)
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ... 390
Preparing and checking before winter
.......................................................................... 257
Replacing .......................................................392
Warning light .............................................. 365
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 64
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
Blind Spot Monitor function ................. 243
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ....... 246
Bottle holders ................................................ 282

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al_USA_OM78212U Brake
Brake Hold .................................................... 180
Fluid ..................................................................405
Parking brake ................................................ 177
Regenerative braking ................................. 62
Warning light ...............................................366
Brake assist .................................................... 250
Brake Hold ...................................................... 180
Break-in tips...................................................... 151
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ................ 84
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................... 241
Blind Spot Monitor function................. 243
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function....... 246
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch241
C
Card key ...........................................................102
Care
Aluminum wheels ........................................314
Exterior ............................................................. 314
Interior ............................................................... 314
Seat belts.......................................................... 317
Cargo capacity...................................155, 400
Cargo hooks ................................................. 284
Cargo net hooks .......................................... 284
Chains .............................................................. 258
Child restraint system....................................47
Booster seats installation .......................... 53
Convertible seats installation.................. 52
Front passenger occupa nt classification
system ............................................................... 41
Infant seats definition................................... 49
Infant seats installation .................................. 51
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors . 55
Installing CRS with seat belts.................... 51
Installing CRS with top tether strap..... 57
LATCH anchors ........................................... 55
Child safety ....................................................... 46
12-volt battery precautions .......334, 393
Airbag precautions.......................................37
Back door precautions.............................. 110 Child restraint system ................................. 47
How your child should wear the seat belt
............................................................................. 28
Installing child restraints............................. 47
Moon roof precautions............................ 148
Power window lock switch .................... 145
Power window precautions .................. 145
Rear door child-protectors ................... 109
Removed key battery precautions... 348
Seat belt extender precautions.............. 28
Seat belt precautions .................................. 46
Seat heater precautions.......................... 275
Child-protectors........................................... 109
Cleaning .................................................. 314, 317
Aluminum wheels ........................................314
Exterior..............................................................314
Interior ...............................................................317
Seat belts ..........................................................317
Clock ................................................................288
Compass ......................................................... 303
Condenser .......................................................331
Console box .................................................. 282
Consumption screen .................................... 94
Coolant
Capacity ........................................................ 403
Checking ...................................................... 330
Preparing and checking before winter
.......................................................................... 257
Warning light .............................................. 366
Cooling system............................................. 330
Hybrid system overheating ..................394
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ............................................... 217
Cup holders ................................................... 282
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 32
Customizable features ................................419
D
Daytime running light system .................. 184
Deck board .................................................... 285
Deck under tray ........................................... 285

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449Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors .................... 269
Rear window ................................................ 269
Windshield .................................................... 269
Differential ...................................................... 405
Dimension ......................................................400
Dinghy towing................................................. 167
Display
Drive information .......................................... 86
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ................................................ 217
Energy monitor.............................................. 94
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ..........................................................210
Multi-information display .......................... 85
Warning messages .................................. 375
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 324
Doors
Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ........................................................... 109
Back door......................................................... 110
Door glasses .................................................. 144
Door lock........................................................ 106
Outside rear view mirrors ...................... 142
Rear door child-protectors ................... 109
Side doors ...................................................... 106
Drive information ........................................... 86
Drive-start control ............................... 151, 173
Driver’s seat belt remi nder light ............ 369
Driver’s seat position memory .................134
Driving
Break-in tips .................................................... 151
Correct posture ............................................ 25
Driving mode select switch .................. 249
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................... 255
Procedures .................................................... 150
Winter drive tips......................................... 257
Driving position memory............................134
Memory recall function ............................135
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range
Function ............................................................ 217 Warning message ..................................... 374 E
E-Four .............................................................. 250
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys-
tem) ................................................................ 250
Eco mode........................................................ 249
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................7
Electric motor
Location ...............................................................61
Specification .................................................. 401
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Function ......................................................... 250
Warning light ............................................... 367
Electronic key
Battery-saving function.............................123
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .......................................................387
Replacing the battery ............................... 347
Electronically Controlled Brake System
(ECB) ............................................................ 250
Emergency flashers ....................................358
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds.................. 365
If a warning light turns on...................... 365
If a warning message is displayed ..... 374
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ... 390
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .......................................................387
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
..........................................................................387
If the hybrid system will not start ....... 385
If you have a flat tire .................................. 377
If you lose your keys ....................... 103, 105
If you think something is wrong..........363
If your vehicle becomes stuck ............. 397
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 358
If your vehicle needs to be towed .... 360
If your vehicle overheats ........................394
Energy monitor ............................................... 94
Engine

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al_USA_OM78212U Accessory mode .........................................170
Compartment ............................................. 327
Engine switch................................................ 168
Hood................................................................ 325
How to start the hybrid system ........... 168
Identification number ................................ 401
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ............................................... 358
Ignition switch (power switch) ............. 168
Overheating................................................. 394
Power switch ................................................ 168
Engine compartment cover .................... 328
Engine coolant
Capacity .........................................................403
Checking .......................................................330
Preparing and checking before winter
......................................................................... 257
Warning light ...............................................366
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........79
Engine oil
Capacity ......................................................... 402
Checking ....................................................... 328
Warning light ...............................................366
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 329
Engine switch ................................................. 168
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)
Function ..........................................................250
Warning light ............................................... 367
EV drive mode................................................. 171
EV indicator ...................................................... 62
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7 F
Flat tire ..............................................................377
Tire pressure warning system ............ 338
Floor mats .......................................................... 24
Fluid
Brake ............................................................... 405
Transmission................................................ 404
Washer ........................................................... 332
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ................................353
Switch................................................................ 189
Front passenger occupant classification
system ................................................................ 41
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
.......................................................................... 369
Front seats ........................................................128
Adjustment ..................................................... 128
Cleaning ...........................................................317
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving position memory .........................134
Head restraints..............................................137
Power easy access system .....................134
Seat heaters .................................................. 276
Seat position memory ...............................134
Front side marker lights
Light switch .................................................... 183
Replacing light bulbs ................................354
Wattage ..........................................................407
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ................... 353, 354
Turn signal lever ...........................................176
Wattage ..........................................................407
Fuel
Capacity .......................................................... 401
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 79
Gas station information ......................... 460
Information ................................................... 408
Refueling.......................................................... 196
Type ................................................................... 401
Warning light .............................................. 369
Fuel filler door .................................................196

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453M
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ................. 324
General maintenance ...............................319
Maintenance data..................................... 400
Maintenance requirements ....................319
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................... 366
Meter
Head-up display ........................................... 90
Indicators ...........................................................74
Instrument panel light control ................ 84
Meters ................................................................ 79
Multi-information display .......................... 85
Warning lights .............................................365
Warning messages .................................. 374
Micro dust and pollen filter ..................... 273
Microphone ................................................... 306
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror............................. 140
Outside rear view mirror defoggers269
Outside rear view mirrors ...................... 142
Vanity mirrors..............................................288
Moon roof
Jam protection function............................ 147
Operation........................................................146
Warning message...........................148, 374
Multi-information display
Drive information .......................................... 86
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ................................................ 217
Energy monitor.............................................. 94
Language....................................................... 422
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ..........................................................210
Warning messages .................................. 374
N
Noise from under vehicle ...............................6 O
Odometer ..........................................................79
Oil
Engine oil........................................................402
Rear differential oil......... .......... ........... ...... 405
Opener
Back door ......................................................... 113
Fuel filler door ............................................... 196
Hood ................................................................325
Outside rear view mirrors ......................... 142
Adjusting and folding.................................142
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)......................241
Linked mirror functi on when reversing
............................................................................142
Mirror position memory ...........................134
Outside rear view mirror defoggers269
Outside temperature display .....................79
Overheating .................................................. 394
P
Paddle shift switches .................................... 175
Panic mode ..................................................... 104
Parking brake
Operation ........................................................ 177
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer/
message ........................................................ 177
Warning light .............................................. 369
Parking lights
Light switch .................................................... 183
Replacing light bulb ..................................353
Parking Support Brake fu nction (for static
objects) ......................................................... 232
Indicator............................................................. 75
Warning light .............................................. 368
Warning messages...................................238
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
Function ..........................................................203
PCS switch................................................... 205
Warning light ............................................... 367
Warning message ..................................... 374
Personal lights............................................... 278

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al_USA_OM78212U Steering wheel
Adjustment......................................................139
Heated steering wheel............................ 275
Power easy access system .....................134
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs................................ 353
Storage feature ..............................................281
Storage precautions.....................................281
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck................ 397
Sun visors ........................................................288
Sunglass holder ............................................ 283
Switch
ASC (Active Sound Control) dial ....... 181
Automatic High Beam switch .............. 186
Brake hold switch....................................... 180
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch
........................................................................... 241
Cruise control switch ................................ 217
Door lock switch......................................... 108
Driving mode select switch .................. 249
Driving position memory switches .....134
Emergency flashers switch .................. 358
EV drive mode switch ................................171
Fog light switch ............................................ 189
Garage door opener switches ..........298
Heated steering wheel............................ 275
HUD (Head-up display) switches ....... 90
Ignition switch............................................... 168
Intuitive parking assist switch................227
LDA switch .....................................................210
Light switches ............................................... 183
Meter control switches ..............................85
Moon roof switches ...................................146
Outside rear view mirror switches ..... 142
Paddle shift switches .................................. 175
Parking brake switch ................................. 177
PCS switch ...................................................205
Power back door opener and closer
switch............................................................... 113
Power switch ................................................ 168
Power window switch ............................... 144 Rear window and outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers switch ............................269
Rear window wiper and washer switch
........................................................................... 194
Seat heater switches................................. 275
“SOS” button............................................... 306
Tire pressure warning reset switch.....341
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button .... 217
VSC off switch ............................................. 251
Window lock switch.................................. 145
Windshield wipers and washer switch
........................................................................... 189 T
Tachometer........................................................79
Tail lights
Light switch .................................................... 183
Replacing light bulbs ................................353
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................................................... 71
Immobilizer system ......................................69
Tire inflation pressure
Maintenance data ..................................... 406
Warning light ...............................................370
Tire information ............................................. 410
Glossary ...........................................................414
Size ......................................................................412
Tire identification number......................... 411
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..............412
Tire pressure warning system
Function ......................................................... 338
Initializing..........................................................341
Installing tire pres sure warning valves
and transmitters...................................... 340
Registering ID codes ...............................343
Warning light ...............................................370
Tires................................................................... 336
Chains ............................................................ 258
Checking .......................................................336
Glossary ...........................................................414
If you have a flat tire .................................. 377
Inflation pressure ........................... 343, 406

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457Replacing ........................................................377
Rotating tires ................................................ 337
Size....................................................................406
Snow tires ...................................................... 257
Spare tire............................................ 377, 406
Tire identification number .........................411
Tire pressure warning system .............338
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..............413
Warning light ............................................... 370
Tools.................................................................. 378
Top tether strap................................................57
Total load capacity ......................................400
Towing
Dinghy towing ............................................... 167
Emergency towing ...................................360
Towing eyelet .............................................. 362
Trailer sway control ..................................250
Trailer towing ...................................... 159, 167
TRAC (Traction Control) ........................ 250
Traction battery (Hybrid battery) ............ 64
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air
intake and discharge vents................... 66
Location............................................................. 64
Specification .................................................. 401
Warning messages ..................................... 67
Traction motor (electric motor) ................. 61
Trailer sway control .................................... 250
Trailer towing ........................................ 159, 167
Transmission
Hybrid transmission ................................... 173
Selecting a driving mode....................... 249
Trip meters .........................................................79
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs....................353, 354
Turn signal lever ........................................... 176
Wattage.......................................................... 407
V
Vanity lights
Vanity lights ..................................................288
Wattage.......................................................... 407
Vanity mirrors ...............................................288 Vanity lights ................................................. 288
Vehicle data recordings ..................................7
Vehicle identification number ................400
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ........... 250
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ........... 250 W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning.................................... 223
Downshifting ..................................................176
Intuitive parking assist .............................. 232
Light reminder .............................................. 184
Open door ..................................................... 107
Seat belt reminder ........................ 369, 370
Vehicle sway warning ................................ 211
Warning lights
ABS ................................................................... 367
Brake hold operated indicator .......... 368
Brake Override System ...........................371
Brake system............................................... 365
Charging system....................................... 365
Drive-Start Control.....................................371
Electric power steering........................... 367
High coolant temperature.................... 366
LDA indicator ............................................. 368
Low engine oil pressure........................ 365
Low fuel level .............................................. 369
Malfunction indicator lamp .................. 366
Master warning light.................................370
Parking brake indicator ......................... 369
PCS warning light ..................................... 367
PKSB OFF indicator ............................... 368
Seat belt reminder light.............. 369, 370
Slip indicator ................................................ 368
SRS ................................................................... 366
Tire pressure ................................................370
Warning messages ..................................... 374
Washer
Checking ....................................................... 332
Low washer fluid warning message332,
374
Preparing and checking before winter