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For your information ......................................
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Reading this manual .................................... 10
How to search ................................................. 11
Pictorial index ................................................. 12
1-1. For safe use Before driving .................................... 24
For safe driving.................................. 25
Seat belts ............................................. 26
SRS airbags ........................................ 32
Front passenger occupant classifi- cation system ................................... 41
Safety information for children .. 46
Child restraint systems .................. 47
Exhaust gas precautions .............. 60
1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features ................... 61
Hybrid system precautions ......... 64
1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer sy stem ........................ 69
Alarm...................................................... 71
2-1. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators ..... 74
Gauges and meters ....................... 79
Multi-information display............. 84
Head-up display .............................. 89
Energy monitor/fuel consumption screen ............................................... 933-1. Key information
Keys .................................................... 100
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Side doors ........................................ 104
Back door......................................... 108
Smart access system with push-but- ton start .......................................... 120
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................................... 126
Rear seats.......................................... 127
Driving position memory ............ 132
Head restraints .............................. 135
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................................ 137
Inside rear view mirror ............... 138
Outside rear view mirrors......... 140
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .............................. 142
Moon roof ......................................... 144
1For safety and security
2Vehicle status information and
indicators
3Before driving

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For safety and security
For safety and security
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ................................. 24
For safe driving.............................. 25
Seat belts ......................................... 26
SRS airbags .................................... 32
Front passenger occupant classifi- cation system ................................ 41
Safety information for children 46
Child restraint systems .............. 47
Exhaust gas precautions ........... 60
1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features ............... 61
Hybrid system precautions ...... 64
1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer sy stem ..................... 69
Alarm................................................... 71

691-3. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
1-3.Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after the
power switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the power switch has been turned to ACCESSORY or ON mode to indi-
cate that the system has been can-
celed.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type
immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to
malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact
with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touch-
ing a key registered to the security sys-
tem (key with a built-in transponder chip)
of another vehicle
■Certification for the immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
Immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in tran-
sponder chips that prevent the
hybrid system from starting if a 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.
This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not guar-
antee absolute security against all
vehicle thefts.
Operating the system

701-3. Theft deterrent system
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For vehicles sold in Canada
WARNING
■Certifications for the immobilizer
system
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates cor-
rectly
Do not modify or remove the system. If
modified or removed, the proper opera-
tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Before driving
■When “Smart Access System Malfunc-
tion See Owner’s Manual” will be dis-
played on the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
■Battery-saving function
The battery-saving fu nction will be acti-
vated in order to prevent the electronic key
battery and the 12-volt battery from being
discharged while the vehicle is not in opera-
tion for a long time.
●In the following situations, the smart
access system with pu sh-button start may
take some time to unlock the doors.
• The electronic key has been left in an area of approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of the
outside of the vehicle for 10 minutes or
longer.
• The smart access system with push-but- ton start has not been used for 5 days or
longer.
●If the smart access system with push-but-
ton start has not been used for 14 days or
longer, the doors cannot be unlocked at
any doors except the driver’s door. In this
case, take hold of the driver’s door han-
dle, or use the wireless remote control or
the mechanical key, to unlock the doors.
■Turning an electronic key to battery-
saving mode
When battery-saving mode is set, battery
depletion is minimized by stopping the elec- tronic key from receiving radio waves.
Press twice while pressing and
holding .
Confirm that the electronic key indicator
flashes 4 times. While the battery-saving
mode is set, the smart access system with
push-button start cannot
be used. To cancel
the function, press any of the electronic key
buttons.
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart access system with push-button
start, wireless remote control and immobi-
lizer system use weak radio waves. In the
following situations, the communication
between the electronic key and the vehicle
may be affected, preventing the smart
access system with push-button start, wire-
less remote control and immobilizer system
from operating properly. (Ways of coping:
 P.389)
●When the electronic key battery is
depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant,
gas station, radio stat ion, large display,
airport or other fac ility that generates
strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When the electronic key is in contact
with, or is covered by the following metal-
lic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio
waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key
together with the following devices that
SituationCorrection proce-
dure
The power switch was turned to
ACCESSORY mode while the
driver’s door was
open (The driver’s door was opened when the power switch was in
ACCESSORY mode).
Turn the power
switch off and close the driver’s door.

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4-2.Driving procedures
1Check that the parking brake is set.
2 Check that the shift lever is in P.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system can-
not be started.
4 Press the power switch shortly and
firmly.
When operating the power switch, one
short, firm press is enough.
It is not necessary to press and hold the
switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the
hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until
the “READY” indicator is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started from any
power switch mode.
5Check that the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.
The vehicle will not move when the
“READY” indicator is off.
■If the hybrid system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have
been deactivated. ( P.69)
Contact your Lexus dealer.
●Check that the shift leve r is securely set in
P. The hybrid system may not start if the
shift lever is displaced out of P. “To Start
Vehicle, Put Shift Lever into P” will be dis-
played on the multi-information display.
●The smart access system with push-but-
ton start may not be operating prop-
erly.( P.390)
■When the ambient temperature is low,
such as during winter driving conditions
When starting the hybrid system, the flash-
ing time of the “READY” indicator may be
long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the
“READY” indicator is steady on, as steady
means the vehicle is able to move.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a
hybrid vehicle
 P.63
■Electronic key battery depletion
 P.100
■Conditions affecting operation
 P.121
■Note for the entry function
 P.122
■Steering lock function
●After turning the power switch off and
opening and closing the doors, the steer-
ing wheel will be lock ed due to the steer-
ing lock function. Operating the power
switch again automatically cancels the
steering lock.
●When the steering lock cannot be
released, “Steering Wheel Lock Press
Power Switch while Turning Wheel” will
be displayed on the multi-information dis-
play.
Power (ignition) switch
Performing the following opera-
tions when carryin g the electronic
key on your person starts the hybrid
system or changes power switch
modes.
Starting the hybrid system

3877-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 The electronic key may not be func-
tioning properly. ( P.389)
 There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P.64)
 There may be a malfunction in the
immobilizer system. ( P.69)
 There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
 The hybrid system may be malfunc-
tioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunc-
tion, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system.
( P.387) One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:

The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.392)
 The 12-volt battery terminal con-
nections may be lo ose or corroded.
( P.334)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 The 12-volt battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.392)
 One or both of the 12-volt battery
terminals may be disconnected.
( P.334)
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem
cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the hybrid syst em does not start,
the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the hybrid sys-
tem if the power switch is functioning
normally.
Do not use this starting procedure
except in cases of emergency.
If the hybrid system will not
start
Reasons for the hybrid system not
starting vary depending on the situ-
ation.
Check the following and perform
the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start
even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed.
(  P.168)
The interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
The interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Starting the hybrid system in an
emergency

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Hybrid System Indicator.............................. 82
Hybrid transmission...................................... 173
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I/M test ............................................................ 322
Identification Engine .............................................................403
Vehicle ............................................................ 402
Ignition switch (Power switch) ................ 168
Illuminated entry system ............................276
Immobilizer system ........................................ 69
Indicators ............................................................76
Initialization Items to initialize .........................................430
Inside rear view mirror ............................... 138
Instrument panel light control ................... 83
Interior lights...................................................276
Intuitive parking assist Function ...........................................................227
Warning message..................................... 228
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JackPositioning a floor jack............................ 326
Vehicle-equipped jack .......................... 380
Jack handle ....................................................380
Jam protection function Moon roof .......................................................145
Power back door closer ............................114
Power windows............................................ 142
Rear seats ......................................................... 131
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Keyless entrySmart access system with push-button start ................................................................. 120
Wireless remote control ........................... 101
Keys.................................................................... 100 Battery-saving function.............................. 121
Electronic key ...............................................100
Engine switch ................................................ 168
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 389
If you lose your keys ................................ 388
Key number plate .......................................100
Keyless entry .......................................104, 120
Mechanical key ............................................ 100
Power switch................................................. 168
Replacing the battery ...............................349
Warning buzzer .......................................... 120
Wireless remote control key .................. 101
Knee airbags .................................................... 32
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Lane Departure Alert with steering control (LDA) ............................................................ 209
Language (multi-information display) 424
LATCH anchors ............................................. 55
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................................................... 209
Lever Auxiliary catch lever .................................326
Hood lock release lever .........................326
Shift lever ..........................................................173
Turn signal lever ...........................................176
Wiper lever .................................................... 188
Lexus Enform Remote............................... 309
Lexus Enform Safety Connect............... 304
Lexus Enform Service Connect ............. 310

457What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Light switches ................................................182
Meter control switches .............................. 84
Moon roof switches ................................... 144
Outside rear view mirror switches .... 140
Paddle shift switches .................................. 175
Parking brake switch ................................. 177
PCS switch ................................................... 204
Power back door opener and closer switch................................................................. 111
Power switch ................................................ 168
Power window switch ............................... 142
Rear window and outside rear view mir- ror defoggers switch ............................ 267
Rear window wiper and washer switch ...........................................................................193
Seat heater switches ................................ 273
“SOS” button ...............................................304
Tire pressure warning reset switch .. 343
Vehicle-to-vehicle di stance switch .... 217
VSC off switch ............................................250
Window lock switch ..................................143
Windshield wipers and washer switch ................................................................188, 193
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Tachometer........................................................79
Tail lights Light switch .....................................................182
Replacing light bulbs................................355
Theft deterrent system Alarm .................................................................... 71
Immobilizer system...................................... 69
Tire inflation pressure Maintenance data..................................... 408
Warning light ............................................... 372 Tire information .............................................. 412
Glossary .......................................................... 416
Size ......................................................................414
Tire identification number........................413
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..............414
Tire pressure warning system Function ..........................................................339
Initializing........................................................343
Installing tire pres sure warning valves
and transmitters....................................... 342
Registering ID codes ............................... 344
Warning light ............................................... 372
Tires................................................................... 337 Chains ............................................................. 257
Checking ....................................................... 337
Glossary .......................................................... 416
If you have a flat tire .................................. 379
Inflation pressure ...........................345, 408
Replacing ....................................................... 379
Rotating tires ............................................... 338
Size ................................................................... 408
Snow tires ......................................................256
Spare tire ........................................... 379, 408
Tire identification number........................413
Tire pressure warning system .............339
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..............414
Warning light ............................................... 372
Tools..................................................................380
Top tether strap............................................... 57
Total load capacity ...................................... 402
Towing Dinghy towing ...............................................167
Emergency towing....................................362
Towing eyelet...............................................364
Trailer Sway Control............................... 250
Trailer towing ...................................... 159, 167