Lexus UX (2022 year). Manual in english — page 9

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3

3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors

Before drivi

ng

Normal position

Anti-glare position



Auto anti-glare inside rear view mir-
ror

Responding to the level of brightness
of the headlights of vehicles behind, the
reflected light is automatically
reduced.
Turn the automatic anti-glare function
mode on/off

When the automatic anti-glare function is
in ON, the indicator

illuminates. The

function will set to ON each time the
power switch is turned to ON.
Pressing the button turns the function to
OFF mode. (The indicator

also turns

off.)

Q

To prevent sensor error (vehicles with

auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror)

To ensure that the sensors operate prop-

erly, do not touch or cover them.

A
B

A

A

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3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors

1

To select a mirror to adjust, press
the switch.

Left

Right

2

To adjust the mirror, press the
switch.

Up

Left

Down

Right

Q

Mirror angle can be adjusted when

The power switch is in ACC or ON.

Q

Defogging the mirrors

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.327)

Q

Auto anti-glare function (if equipped)

When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror

is set to automatic mode, the driver’s side

outside rear view mirror will activate in con-

junction with the anti-glare inside rear view

mirror to reduce reflected light. (



P.160)

Q

Automatic adjustment of the mirror

angle (vehicles with driving position

memory)

A desired mirror face angle can be entered

to memory and recalled automatically by

the driving position memory. (



P.153)

Outside rear view mirrors

The rear view mirror’s position can
be adjusted to enable sufficient
confirmation of the rear view.

WARNING

Q

Important points while driving

Observe the following precautions while

driving.

Failing to do so may result in loss of con-

trol of the vehicle and cause an accident,

resulting in death or serious injury.

O

Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.

O

Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

O

Both the driver and passenger side

mirrors must be extended and prop-

erly adjusted before driving.

Adjustment procedure

A
B

A
B
C
D

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3

3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors

Before drivi

ng

1

Fold

2

Extend

Putting the outside rear view mirror
folding switch in the neutral position
sets the mirrors to automatic mode.
Automatic mode allows the folding or
extending of the mirrors to be linked to
locking/unlocking of the doors.

Q

Using automatic mode in cold weather

(if equipped)

When automatic mode is used in cold

weather, the door mirror could freeze up

and automatic stowing and return may not

be possible. In this event, after removing

any ice and snow from the door mirror,

operate the mirror using manual mode or

move it by hand.

Q

Customization

The automatic mirror folding and extending

operation can be changed. (Customizable

features:



P.482)

When the mirror select switch is in the
“L” or “R” position, the outside rear
view mirrors will automatically angle
downwards when the vehicle is revers-
ing in order to give a better view of the
ground.
To disable this function, move the mir-
ror select switch to the neutral position
(between “L” or “R”)

Q

Adjusting the mirror angle when
the vehicle is reversing

With the shift lever in R, adjust the mir-
ror angle at a desired position.

The adjusted angle will be memorized and
the mirror will automatically tilt to the
memorized angle whenever the shift lever
is shifted to R from next time.
The memorized downward tilt position of
the mirror is linked to the normal position
(angle adjusted with the shift lever in other
than R). Therefore, if the normal position is
changed after adjustment, the tilt position
will also change.
When the normal position is changed,
readjust the angle in reversing.

WARNING

Q

When the mirror defoggers are oper-

ating

Do not touch the rear view mirror sur-

faces, as they can become very hot and

burn you.

Folding and extending the mir-
rors

WARNING

Q

When a mirror is moving

To avoid personal injury and mirror mal-

function, be careful not to get your hand

caught by the moving mirror.

Linked mirror function when
reversing (vehicles with driving
position memory)

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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof

3-5.Opening, closing the windows and moon roof

The power windows can be opened
and closed using the switches.

1

Closing

2

One-touch closing

*

3

Opening

4

One-touch opening

*

*

: To stop the window partway, operate

the switch in the opposite direction.

Q

The power windows can be operated

when

The power switch is in ON.

Q

Operating the power windows after

turning the hybrid system off

The power windows can be operated for

approximately 45 seconds even after the

power switch is turned to ACC or OFF.

They cannot, however, be operated once

either front door is opened.

Q

Jam protection function

If an object becomes jammed between the

window and the window frame while the

window is closing, window movement is

stopped and the window is opened slightly.

Q

Catch protection function

If an object becomes caught between the

door and window while the window is open-

ing, window movement is stopped.

Q

When the window cannot be opened or

closed

When the jam protection function or catch

protection function operates unusually and

the side window cannot be opened or

closed, perform the following operations

with the power window switch of that door.

O

Stop the vehicle. With the power switch

in ON, within 4 seconds of the jam pro-

tection function or catch protection func-

tion activating, continuously operate the

power window switch in the one-touch

closing direction or one-touch opening

direction so that the side window can be

opened and closed.

O

If the side window cannot be opened and

closed even when performing the above

operations, perform the following proce-

dure for function initialization.

1

Turn the power switch to ON.

2

Pull and hold the power window switch

in the one-touch closing direction and

completely close the side window.

3

Release the power window switch for a

moment, resume pulling the switch in

the one-touch closing direction, and

hold it there for approximately 6 sec-

onds or more.

4

Press and hold the power window

switch in the one-touch opening direc-

tion. After the side window is com-

pletely opened, continue holding the

switch for an additional 1 second or

more.

5

Release the power window switch for a

moment, resume pushing the switch in

the one-touch opening direction, and

hold it there for approximately 4 sec-

onds or more.

6

Pull and hold the power window switch

in the one-touch closing direction

again. After the side window is com-

pletely closed, continue holding the

switch for a further 1 second or more.

If you release the switch while the window is

moving, start again from the beginning.

If the window reverses and cannot be fully

Power windows

Opening and closing the power
windows

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3

3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof

Before drivi

ng

closed or opened, have the vehicle

inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer

or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer.

Q

Door lock linked window operation

O

The power windows can be opened and
closed using the mechanical key.

*

(



P.452)

O

The power windows can be opened and

closed using the wireless remote con-
trol.

*

(



P.128)

*

: These settings must be customized at any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

Q

Power windows open warning buzzer

The buzzer sounds and “Window Open” is

shown on the multi-information display in

the instrument cluster when the power

switch is turned off and the driver’s door is

opened with the power windows open.

Q

Customization

Setting (e.g. linked door lock operation)

can be changed. (Customizable features:



P.482)

This function is designed to prevent
children from accidentally opening or
closing a passenger window.
Press the switch.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failing to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

Q

Closing the windows

O

The driver is responsible for all the

power window operations, including

the operation for the passengers. In

order to prevent accidental operation,

especially by a child, do not let a child

operate the power windows. It is possi-

ble for children and other passengers

to have body parts caught in the power

window. Also, when riding with a child,

it is recommended to use the window

lock switch. (



P.165)

O

Check to make sure that all passen-

gers do not have any part of their body

in a position where it could be caught

when a window is being operated.

O

When using the wireless remote con-

trol or mechanical key and operating

the power windows, operate the

power window after checking to make

sure that there is no possibility of any

passenger having any of their body

parts caught in the window. Also do

not let a child operate window by the

wireless remote control or mechanical

key. It is possible for children and other

passengers to get caught in the power

window.

O

When exiting the vehicle, turn the

power switch off, carry the key and exit

the vehicle along with the child. There

may be accidental operation, due to

mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to

an accident.

Q

Jam protection function

O

Never use any part of your body to

intentionally activate the jam protec-

tion function.

O

The jam protection function may not

work if something gets jammed just

before the window is fully closed. Be

careful not to get any part of your body

jammed in the window.

Q

Catch protection function

O

Never use any part of your body or

clothing to intentionally activate the

catch protection function.

O

The catch protection function may not

work if something gets caught just

before the window is fully opened. Be

careful not to get any part of your body

or clothing caught in the window.

Preventing accidental opera-
tion (window lock switch)

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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof

The indicator

will come on and the

passenger window will be locked.

Q

The power windows can be operated

when

The power switch is in ON.

Q

When the 12-volt battery is discon-

nected

The window lock switch is disabled. If nec-

essary, press the window lock switch after

reconnecting the 12-volt battery.

*

: If equipped

Q

Opening and closing

1

Opens the moon roof

*

The moon roof tilts up and then fully opens.

2

Closes the moon roof

*

*

: Lightly press either side of the moon roof

switch to stop the moon roof partway.

Q

Tilting up and down

1

Tilts the moon roof up

*

2

Tilts the moon roof down

*

*

: Lightly press either side of the moon roof

A

Moon roof

*

Use the overhead switches to open
and close the moon roof and tilt it
up and down.

Operating the moon roof

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3

3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof

Before drivi

ng

switch to stop the moon roof partway.

Q

The moon roof can be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

Q

Operating the moon roof after turning

the hybrid system off

The moon roof can be operated for approx-

imately 45 seconds after the power switch

is turned to ACC or OFF. It cannot, how-

ever, be operated once either front door is

opened.

Q

Jam protection function

If an object is detected between the moon

roof and the frame while the moon roof is

closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and

the moon roof opens slightly.

Q

Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed

manually. However, the sunshade will open

automatically when the moon roof is

opened.

Q

Door lock linked moon roof operation

O

The moon roof can be opened and
closed using the mechanical key.

*

(



P.452)

O

The moon roof can be opened and

closed using the wireless remote con-
trol.

*

(



P.128)

*

: These settings must be customized at any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

Q

When the moon roof does not close nor-

mally

Perform the following procedure:

1

Stop the vehicle.

2

Press and hold the “CLOSE” switch.

*

The moon roof will close, reopen and pause

for approximately 10 seconds. Then it will

close again and stop at the completely

closed position.

3

Check to make sure that the moon roof

is completely closed and then release

the switch.

*

: If the switch is released at the incorrect

time, the procedure will have to be per-
formed again from the beginning.

If the moon roof does not fully close even

after performing the above procedure cor-

rectly, have the vehicle inspected by any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-

rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

Q

If the moon roof does not move normally

If the moon roof does not open or close

normally or the automatic opening function

does not operate, perform the following ini-

tialization procedure.

1

Stop the vehicle.

2

Press and hold the “DOWN” switch.

*

The moon roof will stop at the tilt-up posi-

tion. After that, it will open, close, tilt up, tilt

down, and stop at the fully closed position.

3

Confirm that the moon roof has com-

pletely stopped and release the switch.

*

: If you release the switch while the moon

roof is moving, perform the procedure
again from the beginning.

If, after performing the above procedures

correctly, the moon roof still does not open

or close normally or the automatic opening

function does not operate, have the vehicle

inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer

or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer.

Q

Moon roof open warning buzzer

A buzzer sounds and “Moon Roof Open” is

shown on the multi-information display in

the instrument cluster when the power

switch is turned off and the driver’s door is

opened with the moon roof open.

Q

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.482)

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may cause death or seri-

ous injury.

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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof

WARNING

Q

Opening the moon roof

O

Do not allow any passengers to put

their hands or heads outside the vehi-

cle while it is moving.

O

Do not sit on top of the moon roof.

Q

Opening and closing the moon roof

O

The driver is responsible for moon roof

opening and closing operations.

In order to prevent accidental opera-

tion, especially by a child, do not let a

child operate the moon roof. It is possi-

ble for children and other passengers

to have body parts caught in the moon

roof.

O

Check to make sure that all passen-

gers do not have any part of their body

in a position where it could be caught

when the moon roof is being operated.

O

When using the wireless remote con-

trol or mechanical key and operating

the moon roof, operate the moon roof

after checking to make sure that there

is no possibility of any passenger hav-

ing any of their body parts caught in

the moon roof. Also, do not let a child

operate moon roof by the wireless

remote control or mechanical key. It is

possible for children and other pas-

sengers to get caught in the moon

roof.

O

When exiting the vehicle, turn the

power switch off, carry the key and exit

the vehicle along with the child. There

may be accidental operation, due to

mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to

an accident.

Q

Jam protection function

O

Never use any part of your body to

intentionally activate the jam protec-

tion function.

O

The jam protection function may not

work if something gets caught just

before the moon roof is fully closed.

Also, the jam protection function is not

designed to operate while the moon

roof switch is being pressed. Take care

so that your fingers, etc. do not get

caught.

4

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4

Dr

ivin
g

Driving

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle. . . . . .

170

Cargo and luggage. . . . ...

176

Trailer towing (vehicles without

towing package). . . . . ..

177

Trailer towing (vehicles with tow-

ing package) . . . . . . . .

178

4-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch. . .

184

EV drive mode . . . . . . .

188

Hybrid transmission . . . . ..

190

Turn signal lever . . . . . . .

194

Parking brake . . . . . . . ..

195

Brake Hold. . . . . . . . .

198

ASC (Active Sound Con-

trol/Acceleration Sound Con-
trol). . . . . . . . . . . ...

200

4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Headlight switch. . . . . . .

201

AHS (Adaptive High-beam Sys-

tem). . . . . . . . . . . ..

203

AHB (Automatic High Beam)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

207

Fog light switch . . . . . . ...

210

Windshield wipers and washer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

211

Rear window wiper and washer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

216

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap. ..

218

4-5. Using the driving support sys-

tems

Lexus Safety System +. . .

220

PCS (Pre-Collision System) ..

231

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .

239

RSA (Road Sign Assist) . . ..

249

Dynamic radar cruise control with

full-speed range . . . . . .

253

Cruise control . . . . . . . .

264

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).

266

PKSA (Parking Support Alert)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

279

Lexus parking assist-sensor .

280

RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic

Alert) function . . . . . . .

288

PKSB (Parking Support Brake)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

293

Parking Support Brake function

(static objects). . . . . . ..

297

Parking Support Brake function

(rear-crossing vehicles) . ..

300

Driving mode select switch ...

301

GPF (Gasoline Particulate Filter)

system. . . . . . . . . . .

303

Driving assist systems . . . .

304

4-6. Driving tips

Hybrid vehicle driving tips . .

310

Winter driving tips. . . . . ..

312

Utility vehicle precautions. ..

315

170

4-1. Before driving

4-1.Before driving

Q

Starting the hybrid system



P.184

Q

Driving

1

With the brake pedal depressed,
shift the shift lever to D. (



P.190)

2

If the parking brake is in manual
mode, release the parking brake.
(



P.195)

3

Gradually release the brake pedal
and gently depress the accelerator
pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

Q

Stopping

1

With the shift lever in D, depress
the brake pedal.

2

If necessary, set the parking brake.
(



P.195)

If the vehicle is to be stopped for an

extended period of time, shift the shift lever

to P. (



P.190)

Q

Parking the vehicle

1

With the shift lever in D, depress
the brake pedal.

2

If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake
(



P.195), and shift the shift lever

to P (



P.190).

3

Press the power switch to stop the
hybrid system.

4

Lock the door, making sure that
you have the electronic key on your
person.

If parking on a hill, block the wheels as

needed.

Q

Starting off on a steep uphill

1

Make sure that the parking brake is
set with the brake pedal depressed,
and then shift the shift lever to D.

2

Release the brake pedal and gently
depress the accelerator pedal.

3

Release the parking brake.

Q

When starting off on a uphill

The hill-start assist control will be activated.

(



P.305)

Q

For fuel-efficient driving

Keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are simi-

lar to conventional vehicles, and it is neces-

sary to refrain from activities such as

sudden acceleration. (



P.310)

Q

Driving in the rain

O

Drive carefully when it is raining, because

visibility will be reduced, the windows

may become fogged-up, and the road

will be slippery.

O

Drive carefully when it starts to rain,

because the road surface will be espe-

cially slippery.

O

Refrain from high speeds when driving on

an expressway in the rain, because there

may be a layer of water between the tires

and the road surface, preventing the

steering and brakes from operating

properly.

Q

Restraining the hybrid system output

(Brake Override System)

O

When the accelerator and brake pedals

are depressed at the same time, the

hybrid system output may be restrained.

O

A warning message is displayed on the

multi-information display and head-up

display (if equipped) while the system is

Driving the vehicle

The specified procedures should be
observed to ensure safe driving:

Driving procedure

171

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4-1. Before driving

Dr

ivin
g

operating. (



P.418)

Q

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start

Control)

O

When the following unusual operation is

performed, the hybrid system output may

be restrained.

• When the shift lever is shifted from R to

D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to R (D

includes S) with the accelerator pedal

depressed, a warning message appears

on the multi-information display and

head-up display (if equipped). If a warn-

ing message is shown on the multi-infor-

mation display and head-up display, read

the message and follow the instructions.

• When the accelerator pedal is depressed

too much while the vehicle is in reverse.

O

While Drive-Start Control is being acti-

vated, your vehicle may have trouble

escaping from the mud or fresh snow. In

such case, deactivate TRC (



P.306) to

cancel Drive- Start Control so that the

vehicle may become able to escape from

the mud or fresh snow.

Q

Breaking in your new Lexus

To extend the life of the vehicle, observing

the following precautions is recommended:

O

For the first 300 km (200 miles):

Avoid sudden stops.

O

For the first 2000 km (1200 miles):

• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.

• Avoid sudden acceleration.

• Do not drive continuously in low gears.

• Do not drive at a constant speed for

extended periods.



Vehicles with towing package

O

For the first 800 km (500 miles):

Do not tow a trailer.

Q

Operating your vehicle in a foreign

country

Comply with the relevant vehicle registra-

tion laws and confirm the availability of the

correct fuel. (



P.474)

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

Q

When starting the vehicle

Always keep your foot on the brake

pedal while stopped with the “READY”

indicator is illuminated. This prevents the

vehicle from creeping.

Q

When driving the vehicle

O

Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with

the location of the brake and accelera-

tor pedals to avoid depressing the

wrong pedal.

• Accidentally depressing the accelera-

tor pedal instead of the brake pedal

will result in sudden acceleration that

may lead to an accident.

• When backing up, you may twist your

body around, leading to a difficulty in

operating the pedals. Make sure to

operate the pedals properly.

• Make sure to keep a correct driving

posture even when moving the vehicle

only slightly. This allows you to depress

the brake and accelerator pedals

properly.

• Depress the brake pedal using your

right foot. Depressing the brake pedal

using your left foot may delay

response in an emergency, resulting in

an accident.

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4-1. Before driving

WARNING

O

Vehicles without the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System: The driver should pay

extra attention to pedestrians when

the vehicle is powered only by the

electric motor (traction motor). As

there is no engine noise, the pedestri-

ans may misjudge the vehicle’s move-

ment.

Vehicles with the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System: The driver should pay

extra attention to pedestrians when

the vehicle is powered only by the

electric motor (traction motor). As

there is no engine noise, the pedestri-

ans may misjudge the vehicle’s move-

ment. Even though the vehicle is

equipped with the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System, drive with care as

pedestrians in the vicinity may still not

notice the vehicle if the surrounding

area is noisy.

O

Do not drive the vehicle over or stop

the vehicle near flammable materials.

The exhaust system and exhaust gases

can be extremely hot. These hot parts

may cause a fire if there is any flamma-

ble material nearby.

O

During normal driving, do not turn off

the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid

system off while driving will not cause

loss of steering or braking control,

however, power assist to the steering

will be lost. This will make it more diffi-

cult to steer smoothly, so you should

pull over and stop the vehicle as soon

as it is safe to do so. In the event of an

emergency, such as if it becomes

impossible to stop the vehicle in the

normal way:



P.404

O

Use engine braking (downshift) to

maintain a safe speed when driving

down a steep hill. Using the brakes

continuously may cause the brakes to

overheat and lose effectiveness.

(



P.190)

O

Do not adjust the positions of the

steering wheel, the seat, or the inside

or outside rear view mirrors while driv-

ing.

Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle

control.

O

Always check that all passengers’

arms, heads or other parts of their

body are not outside the vehicle.

O

AWD models: Do not drive the vehicle

off-road.

This is not an AWD vehicle designed

for off-road driving. Proceed with all

due caution if it becomes unavoidable

to drive off-road.

O

Do not drive across a river or through

other bodies of water.

This may cause electric/electronic

components to short circuit, damage

the hybrid system or cause other seri-

ous damage to the vehicle.

Q

When driving on slippery road sur-

faces

O

Sudden braking, acceleration and

steering may cause tire slippage and

reduce your ability to control the vehi-

cle.

O

Sudden acceleration, engine braking

due to shifting, or changes in engine

speed could cause the vehicle to skid,

resulting in an accident.

O

After driving through a puddle, lightly

depress the brake pedal to make sure

that the brakes are functioning prop-

erly. Wet brake pads may prevent the

brakes from functioning properly. If

the brakes on only one side are wet

and not functioning properly, steering

control may be affected.

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ivin
g

WARNING

Q

When shifting the shift lever

O

Do not let the vehicle roll backward

while the shift lever is in a driving posi-

tion, or roll forward while the shift lever

is in R.

Doing so may result in an accident or

damage to the vehicle.

O

Do not shift the shift lever to P while

the vehicle is moving.

Doing so can damage the hybrid

transmission and may result in a loss of

vehicle control.

O

Do not shift the shift lever to R while

the vehicle is moving forward.

Doing so can damage the hybrid

transmission and may result in a loss of

vehicle control.

O

Do not shift the shift lever to a driving

position while the vehicle is moving

backward.

Doing so can damage the hybrid

transmission and may result in a loss of

vehicle control.

O

Shifting the shift lever to N while the

vehicle is moving will disengage the

hybrid system. Engine braking is not

available with the hybrid system disen-

gaged.

O

Be careful not to shift the shift lever

with the accelerator pedal depressed.

Shifting the shift lever to any position

other than P or N may lead to unex-

pected rapid acceleration of the vehi-

cle that may cause an accident and

result in death or serious injury.

Q

If you hear a squealing or scraping

noise (brake pad wear indicators)

Have the brake pads checked and

replaced by any authorized Lexus

retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or

any reliable repairer as soon as possible.

Rotor damage may result if the pads are

not replaced when needed.

Front brakes only (except Azerbaijan,

Kazakhstan, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia

and Israel): Moderate levels of brake pad

and disc wear allow enhanced front

braking power. As a result, the discs may

wear more quickly than conventional

brake discs. Therefore, when replacing

the brake pads, Lexus recommends that

you also have the thickness of the discs

measured.

It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when

the wear limits of the brake pads and/or

those of the brake discs are exceeded.

Q

When the vehicle is stopped

O

Do not depress the accelerator pedal

unnecessarily.

If the shift lever is in any position other

than P or N, the vehicle may acceler-

ate suddenly and unexpectedly, caus-

ing an accident.

O

In order to prevent accidents due to

the vehicle rolling away, always keep

depressing the brake pedal while

stopped with the “READY” indicator is

illuminated, and apply the parking

brake as necessary.

O

If the vehicle is stopped on an incline,

in order to prevent accidents caused

by the vehicle rolling forward or back-

ward, always depress the brake pedal

and securely apply the parking brake

as needed.

O

Avoid revving or racing the engine.

Running the engine at high speed

while the vehicle is stopped may cause

the exhaust system to overheat, which

could result in a fire if combustible

material is nearby.

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WARNING

Q

When the vehicle is parked

O

Do not leave glasses, cigarette light-

ers, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the

vehicle when it is in the sun.

Doing so may result in the following:

• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter

or spray can, and may lead to a fire.

• The temperature inside the vehicle

may cause the plastic lenses and plas-

tic material of glasses to deform or

crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing

the contents to spray over the interior

of the vehicle, and may also cause a

short circuit in the vehicle’s electrical

components.

O

Do not leave cigarette lighters in the

vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a

place such as the glove box or on the

floor, it may be lit accidentally when

luggage is loaded or the seat is

adjusted, causing a fire.

O

Do not attach adhesive discs to the

windshield or windows. Do not place

containers such as air fresheners on

the instrument panel or dashboard.

Adhesive discs or containers may act

as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle.

O

Do not leave a door or window open if

the curved glass is coated with a met-

allized film such as a silver-colored

one. Reflected sunlight may cause the

glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.

O

Always shift the shift lever to P, apply

the parking brake, stop the hybrid sys-

tem and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended

while the “READY” indicator is illumi-

nated.

If the vehicle is parked with the shift

lever in P but the parking brake is not

set, the vehicle may start to move, pos-

sibly leading to an accident.

O

Do not touch the exhaust pipes while

the “READY” indicator is illuminated

or immediately after turning the hybrid

system off.

Doing so may cause burns.

Q

When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the hybrid system off. Oth-

erwise, if you accidentally move the shift

lever or depress the accelerator pedal,

this could cause an accident or fire due

to hybrid system overheating. Addition-

ally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly

ventilated area, exhaust gases may col-

lect and enter the vehicle, leading to

death or a serious health hazard.

Q

When braking

O

When the brakes are wet, drive more

cautiously.

Braking distance increases when the

brakes are wet, and this may cause

one side of the vehicle to brake differ-

ently than the other side. Also, the

parking brake may not securely hold

the vehicle.

O

If the electronically controlled brake

system does not operate, do not follow

other vehicles closely and avoid hills or

sharp turns that require braking.

In this case, braking is still possible, but

the brake pedal should be depressed

more firmly than usual. Also, the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have your

brakes fixed immediately.

O

The brake system consists of 2 or

more individual hydraulic systems; if

one of the systems fails, the other(s)

will still operate. In this case, the brake

pedal should be depressed more

firmly than usual and the braking dis-

tance will increase. Have your brakes

fixed immediately.

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Dr

ivin
g

WARNING

Q

If the vehicle becomes stuck (AWD

models)

Do not spin the wheels excessively when

any of the tires is up in the air, or the vehi-

cle is stuck in sand, mud, etc. This may

damage the driveline components or

propel the vehicle forward or backward,

causing an accident.

NOTICE

Q

When driving the vehicle

O

Do not depress the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time during

driving, as this may restrain the hybrid

system output.

O

Do not use the accelerator pedal or

depress the accelerator and brake

pedals at the same time to hold the

vehicle on a hill.

Q

Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

O

Do not turn the steering wheel fully in

either direction and hold it there for an

extended period of time.

Doing so may damage the power

steering motor.

O

When driving over bumps in the road,

drive as slowly as possible to avoid

damaging the wheels, underside of the

vehicle, etc.

Q

If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the fol-

lowing situations. Hold the steering

wheel firmly and gradually depress the

brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.

O

It may be difficult to control your vehi-

cle.

O

The vehicle will make abnormal

sounds or vibrations.

O

The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat

tire (



P.426, 439, 447)

Q

When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded

after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may cause

the following serious damage to the vehi-

cle:

O

Engine stalling

O

Short in electrical components

O

Engine damage caused by water

immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded

road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure

to have any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer check the following:

O

Brake function

O

Changes in quantity and quality of oil

and fluid used for the engine, hybrid

transmission, etc.

O

Lubricant condition for the bearings

and suspension joints (where possi-

ble), and the function of all joints, bear-

ings, etc.

Q

When parking the vehicle

Always set the parking brake, and shift

the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may

cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle

may accelerate suddenly if the accelera-

tor pedal is accidentally depressed.

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Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following infor-
mation about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:

WARNING

Q

Things that must not be carried in the

luggage compartment

The following things may cause a fire if

loaded in the luggage compartment:

O

Receptacles containing gasoline

O

Aerosol cans

Q

Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals

from being depressed properly, may

block the driver’s vision, or may result in

items hitting the driver or passengers,

possibly causing an accident.

O

Stow cargo and luggage in the lug-

gage compartment whenever possi-

ble.

O

Do not stack cargo and luggage in the

luggage compartment higher than the

seatbacks.

O

When you fold down the rear seats,

long items should not be placed

directly behind the front seats.

O

Never allow anyone to ride in the lug-

gage compartment. It is not designed

for passengers. They should ride in

their seats with their seat belts prop-

erly fastened.

O

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on

the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats

(when stacking items)

• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
• In front of the Center Display

O

Secure all items in the occupant com-

partment.

Q

Load and distribution

O

Do not overload your vehicle.

O

Do not apply loads unevenly.

Improper loading may cause deterio-

ration of steering or braking control

which may cause death or serious

injury.

Q

When using a roof luggage carrier

(vehicles with roof rails)

Observe the following precautions:

O

Place the cargo so that its weight is

distributed evenly between the front

and rear axles.

O

If loading long or wide cargo, never

exceed the vehicle overall length or

width. (



P.464)

O

Before driving, make sure the cargo is

securely fastened on the roof luggage

carrier.

O

Loading cargo on the roof luggage

carrier will make the center of gravity

of the vehicle higher. Avoid high

speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns,

sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers,

otherwise it may result in loss of con-

trol or vehicle rollover due to failure to

operate this vehicle correctly and

result in death or serious injury.