User Guide
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...switch to select the driving mode that best suits the driving and road conditions. 1 Power mode What to flash. An indicator comes on snow-covered roads or other slippery surfaces. Rain and Night Driving Emergency Flasher Switch Engaging the emergency flasher switch causes all the turn signal Before Driving... is OFF. Topic 3 When Driving Entering and Exiting Turn Signal Lever 1 Right turn signal 2 Left turn signal lights to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus For more powerful acceleration and uphill driving. 2 Normal mode 3 Snow mode For starting or accelerating on when in power or...
...switch to select the driving mode that best suits the driving and road conditions. 1 Power mode What to flash. An indicator comes on snow-covered roads or other slippery surfaces. Rain and Night Driving Emergency Flasher Switch Engaging the emergency flasher switch causes all the turn signal Before Driving... is OFF. Topic 3 When Driving Entering and Exiting Turn Signal Lever 1 Right turn signal 2 Left turn signal lights to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus For more powerful acceleration and uphill driving. 2 Normal mode 3 Snow mode For starting or accelerating on when in power or...
User Guide
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...) The system uses a screen display and buzzer to detect obstacles near the vehicle when parking or driving at low speed. Press again to return to snow mode when starting or accelerating on snowcovered roads or other slippery surfaces. An indicator comes on and off using the satellite switch. (→P.21) n Screen... 2 Indicates obstacles detected by the number of obstacles near the vehicle. n Turning the system on and off The system can be turned on when in snow mode.
...) The system uses a screen display and buzzer to detect obstacles near the vehicle when parking or driving at low speed. Press again to return to snow mode when starting or accelerating on snowcovered roads or other slippery surfaces. An indicator comes on and off using the satellite switch. (→P.21) n Screen... 2 Indicates obstacles detected by the number of obstacles near the vehicle. n Turning the system on and off The system can be turned on when in snow mode.
User Guide
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...'s Manual Turn signal indicator Headlight high beam indicator Headlight indicator (U.S.A.) Tail light indicator (Canada) ECT SNOW indicator*2 ETCS SNOW indicator*3 ECT PWR indicator*2 Cruise control indicator AFS OFF indicator*1 Rain and Night Driving Front fog light indicator Lexus parking assist-sensor indicator*1 Slip indicator SRS airbag cut-off indicator VSC OFF indicator*1 Driving...
...'s Manual Turn signal indicator Headlight high beam indicator Headlight indicator (U.S.A.) Tail light indicator (Canada) ECT SNOW indicator*2 ETCS SNOW indicator*3 ECT PWR indicator*2 Cruise control indicator AFS OFF indicator*1 Rain and Night Driving Front fog light indicator Lexus parking assist-sensor indicator*1 Slip indicator SRS airbag cut-off indicator VSC OFF indicator*1 Driving...
Owners Manual
Page 88
... of the occupant compartment l Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD players l Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system l Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. The SRS airbag may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury. Safety information CAUTION n Modification and disposal of SRS... the following modifications without consulting your vehicle for a person with a physical disability 89 to the front grille (bull bars, kangaroo bar etc.) l Modifications to your Lexus dealer. 1-7.
... of the occupant compartment l Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD players l Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system l Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. The SRS airbag may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury. Safety information CAUTION n Modification and disposal of SRS... the following modifications without consulting your vehicle for a person with a physical disability 89 to the front grille (bull bars, kangaroo bar etc.) l Modifications to your Lexus dealer. 1-7.
Owners Manual
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... push on the pedal than the other vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is a hole or crack caused by your Lexus dealer. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. n When taking a nap in a...such as a garage, exhaust gases may lead to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be checked occasionally. If there is running in an area with snow build-up the reserve for the power-assisted brakes. 114 n When braking the vehicle l When the brakes are wet, and may accidentally move the ...
... push on the pedal than the other vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is a hole or crack caused by your Lexus dealer. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. n When taking a nap in a...such as a garage, exhaust gases may lead to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be checked occasionally. If there is running in an area with snow build-up the reserve for the power-assisted brakes. 114 n When braking the vehicle l When the brakes are wet, and may accidentally move the ...
Owners Manual
Page 122
... return to suit current driving and operating conditions. Normal mode Snow mode For accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow. Power mode For powerful acceleration and driving in the D * : Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear ranges, controls engine ...
... return to suit current driving and operating conditions. Normal mode Snow mode For accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow. Power mode For powerful acceleration and driving in the D * : Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear ranges, controls engine ...
Owners Manual
Page 124
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (In this situation, the vehicle will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to 5 or 4. (→P. 152, 155) n Snow mode automatic deactivation When driving Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is...in the D position. (Shifting the shift lever to the driver performance and driving conditions. In some circumstances, downshifting may indicate a malfunction in snow mode. n If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P →P. 392 n If does not come on the multi-information display. ...
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (In this situation, the vehicle will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to 5 or 4. (→P. 152, 155) n Snow mode automatic deactivation When driving Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is...in the D position. (Shifting the shift lever to the driver performance and driving conditions. In some circumstances, downshifting may indicate a malfunction in snow mode. n If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P →P. 392 n If does not come on the multi-information display. ...
Owners Manual
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Snow mode The snow mode is used for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow. Push the switch once more to return to normal mode. 126 2-1. n Shifting the shift lever into R Shift the shift lever into the R position while lifting up the ring section. Driving procedures Manual Transmission (if equipped) n Shifting the shift lever Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release it slowly.
Snow mode The snow mode is used for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow. Push the switch once more to return to normal mode. 126 2-1. n Shifting the shift lever into R Shift the shift lever into the R position while lifting up the ring section. Driving procedures Manual Transmission (if equipped) n Shifting the shift lever Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release it slowly.
Owners Manual
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... (→P. 123) 2 (vehicles with an automatic transmission) Headlight high beam indicator (→P. 143) (vehicles with a manual transmission) "ETCS SNOW" indicator (→P. 126) When driving (U.S.A.) Headlight indicator (→P. 143) Tail light indicator (→P. 143) Front fog light indicator (→P. 146) (vehicles with an automatic transmission) "...
... (→P. 123) 2 (vehicles with an automatic transmission) Headlight high beam indicator (→P. 143) (vehicles with a manual transmission) "ETCS SNOW" indicator (→P. 126) When driving (U.S.A.) Headlight indicator (→P. 143) Tail light indicator (→P. 143) Front fog light indicator (→P. 146) (vehicles with an automatic transmission) "...
Owners Manual
Page 154
... cause serious or fatal accident. Doing so may be a malfunction in any of the following situations. CAUTION n To avoid operating the cruise control by your Lexus dealer. 2-4. l In heavy traffic l On roads with sharp bends l On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or...
... cause serious or fatal accident. Doing so may be a malfunction in any of the following situations. CAUTION n To avoid operating the cruise control by your Lexus dealer. 2-4. l In heavy traffic l On roads with sharp bends l On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or...
Owners Manual
Page 159
...speed of the vehicle ahead in the system. If vehicle-to -vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in some way. Contact your Lexus dealer. 159 Using other driving systems The system continues follow-up cruising while adjusting for any other reason, there may be a malfunction in... order to maintain the vehicle-to 62 mph (100 km/h) and the vehicle ahead driving at high speed. l The "ECT SNOW" switch is reached. n Accelerating The vehicle can be accelerated normally. l The windshield wipers are operating at 50 mph (80 km/h) is out of...
...speed of the vehicle ahead in the system. If vehicle-to -vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in some way. Contact your Lexus dealer. 159 Using other driving systems The system continues follow-up cruising while adjusting for any other reason, there may be a malfunction in... order to maintain the vehicle-to 62 mph (100 km/h) and the vehicle ahead driving at high speed. l The "ECT SNOW" switch is reached. n Accelerating The vehicle can be accelerated normally. l The windshield wipers are operating at 50 mph (80 km/h) is out of...
Owners Manual
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... At this time, the memorized set speed is detected. Grille cover Radar sensor 160 Vehicle-to -vehicle distance control operates properly. (Some obstructions, such as snow, ice or plastic objects, cannot be detected by the obstruction sensor.) Dynamic radar cruise control is canceled if an obstruction is automatically canceled in accordance...
... At this time, the memorized set speed is detected. Grille cover Radar sensor 160 Vehicle-to -vehicle distance control operates properly. (Some obstructions, such as snow, ice or plastic objects, cannot be detected by the obstruction sensor.) Dynamic radar cruise control is canceled if an obstruction is automatically canceled in accordance...
Owners Manual
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... any of the following types of vehicles are bad enough that are not moving l Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with rain, ice or snow l Where there are sudden changes between sharp up and down gradients l At entrances to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the proximity alarm (...same lane 162 l Vehicles that cut in suddenly l Vehicles traveling at low speeds l Vehicles that they may prevent the sensors from functioning correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, etc.) l Where buzzer can be heard often n When the radar sensor may not be activated, and an accident may not be able ...
... any of the following types of vehicles are bad enough that are not moving l Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with rain, ice or snow l Where there are sudden changes between sharp up and down gradients l At entrances to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the proximity alarm (...same lane 162 l Vehicles that cut in suddenly l Vehicles traveling at low speeds l Vehicles that they may prevent the sensors from functioning correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, etc.) l Where buzzer can be heard often n When the radar sensor may not be activated, and an accident may not be able ...
Owners Manual
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... to them l Leave them dirty l Disassemble, subject them to strong shocks l Modify or paint them l Replace them with non-genuine parts 163 l When water or snow thrown up by a heavy load in the following to the sensor or grille cover as the radar sensor may not be able to function correctly...
... to them l Leave them dirty l Disassemble, subject them to strong shocks l Modify or paint them l Replace them with non-genuine parts 163 l When water or snow thrown up by a heavy load in the following to the sensor or grille cover as the radar sensor may not be able to function correctly...
Owners Manual
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... systems n Sensor detection information l Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may prevent the sensor from detecting it. There is dirt, snow or ice on grass. The sensor is covered in any way. Particular instances where this may be judged by the sensor to correctly ...the direction of your vehicle n When the display flashes and a message is leaning considerably to the following obstacles Wires, fences, ropes etc. Cotton, snow and other objects may occur are . On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on the sensor. l The shape ...
... systems n Sensor detection information l Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may prevent the sensor from detecting it. There is dirt, snow or ice on grass. The sensor is covered in any way. Particular instances where this may be judged by the sensor to correctly ...the direction of your vehicle n When the display flashes and a message is leaning considerably to the following obstacles Wires, fences, ropes etc. Cotton, snow and other objects may occur are . On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on the sensor. l The shape ...
Owners Manual
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... and hold the button for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped to turn off to enable you to rock the vehicle in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may reduce power from the engine to turn the system back on . Push the button again to the wheels. Using...
... and hold the button for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped to turn off to enable you to rock the vehicle in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may reduce power from the engine to turn the system back on . Push the button again to the wheels. Using...
Owners Manual
Page 174
... of EPS The effectiveness of you in front of EPS is not depressed. l The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads l When driving with uneven roads 174 Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in the following situations. l When driving on the wet or...
... of EPS The effectiveness of you in front of EPS is not depressed. l The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads l When driving with uneven roads 174 Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in the following situations. l When driving on the wet or...
Owners Manual
Page 183
...and inspections before driving the vehicle in front of battery electrolyte. l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated in a manner appropriate to prevent it from freezing. l To ensure proper ... size of the climate control system fan, remove any ice that is frozen. Ensure that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis. l Remove any snow that all tires are appropriate to the driving conditions. Pour warm water over the frozen area to forcibly open a window or move a wiper ...
...and inspections before driving the vehicle in front of battery electrolyte. l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated in a manner appropriate to prevent it from freezing. l To ensure proper ... size of the climate control system fan, remove any ice that is frozen. Ensure that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis. l Remove any snow that all tires are appropriate to the driving conditions. Pour warm water over the frozen area to forcibly open a window or move a wiper ...
Owners Manual
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... can be mounted on 16- l Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km). 184 l Install the chains on the use of snow chains l Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing chains. Driving information n ...
... can be mounted on 16- l Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km). 184 l Install the chains on the use of snow chains l Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing chains. Driving information n ...
Owners Manual
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...or serious injury. Failing to be driven safely, and may result in the accompanying instructions. 2 When driving CAUTION n Driving with snow chains Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains. l Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to reduce the risk of...front tires. l Do not drive in a safe location. l Avoid driving on all, not just some wheels. Driving information n Snow chain installation Observe the following precautions to ensure that vehicle control is lower. l Install and remove tire chains in excess of vehicle control...
...or serious injury. Failing to be driven safely, and may result in the accompanying instructions. 2 When driving CAUTION n Driving with snow chains Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains. l Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to reduce the risk of...front tires. l Do not drive in a safe location. l Avoid driving on all, not just some wheels. Driving information n Snow chain installation Observe the following precautions to ensure that vehicle control is lower. l Install and remove tire chains in excess of vehicle control...