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If “Smart Access System Malfunction

See Owner’s Manual” is displayed on

the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have

the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer

immediately.

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Electronic key battery

P.332

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Operation of the engine switch

●

If the switch is not pressed shortly and

firmly, the engine switch mode may not

change or the engine may not start.

●

If attempting to restart the engine imme-

diately after turning the engine switch off,

the engine may not start in some cases.

After turning the engine switch off, please

wait a few seconds before restarting the

engine.

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Customizable functions

P.403

Stop the vehicle completely.

Set the parking brake (

P.163),

and shift the shift lever to P
(

P.158).

Press the engine switch.

Release the brake pedal and check
that the display on the instrument
cluster is off.

Modes can be changed by pressing
the engine switch with brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each
time the switch is pressed.)

WARNING

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When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in

the driver’s seat. Do not depress the

accelerator pedal while starting the

engine under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury.

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Caution while driving

If engine failure occurs while the vehicle

is moving, do not lock or open the doors

until the vehicle reaches a safe and com-

plete stop. The steering lock function will

activate and this may lead to an accident,

resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

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When starting the engine

●

Do not race a cold engine.

●

If the engine becomes difficult to start

or stalls frequently, have your vehicle

checked by your Lexus dealer immedi-

ately.

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Symptoms indicating a malfunction

with the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operat-

ing somewhat differently than usual, such

as the switch sticking slightly, there may

be a malfunction. Contact your Lexus

dealer immediately.

Stopping the engine

WARNING

■

Stopping the engine in an emergency

If you want to stop the engine in an emer-

gency while driving the vehicle, press

and hold the engine switch for more than

2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or

more in succession. (

P.342)

However, do not touch the engine switch

while driving except in an emergency.

Turning the engine off while driving will

not cause loss of steering or braking con-

trol, but the power assist to these systems

will be lost. This will make it more difficult

to steer and brake, so you should pull

over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is

safe to do so.

Changing engine switch modes

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Off

The emergency flashers can be used.

ACCESSORY mode

Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the
multi-information display.

IGNITION ON mode

All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the
multi-information display.

: If the shift lever is in a position other than

P when turning off the engine, the
engine switch will be turned to ACCES-
SORY mode, not to off.

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Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode

for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION

ON mode (the engine is not running) for

more than an hour with the shift lever in P,

the engine switch will automatically turn off.

However, this function cannot entirely pre-

vent battery discharge. Do not leave the

vehicle with the engine switch in ACCES-

SORY or IGNITION ON mode for long

periods of time when the engine is not run-

ning.

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When stopping the engine with the shift

lever in a position other than P

If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in

a position other than P, the engine switch

will not be turned off but instead be turned

to ACCESSORY mode. Perform the fol-

lowing procedure to turn the switch off:

Check that the parking brake is set.

Shift the shift lever to P.

Check that “Turn Off Vehicle” is dis-

played on the multi-information display

and then press the engine switch once.

Check that “Turn Off Vehicle” on the

multi-information display is off.

NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

●

Do not leave the engine switch in

ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON

mode for long periods of time without

the engine running.

●

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION

ON” is displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display while the engine is not run-

ning, the engine switch is not off. Exit

the vehicle after turning the engine

switch off.

●

Do not stop the engine when the shift

lever is in a position other than P. If the

engine is stopped in another shift lever

position, the engine switch will not be

turned off but instead be turned to

ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is

left in ACCESSORY mode, battery

discharge may occur.

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: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce

noise, shift the shift lever to D for normal
driving.
You can choose gear range suitable for
your driving situation by operating the
paddle shift switches.

: Any gear range can be fixed when driv-

ing in M mode.

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To protect the automatic transmission

“Transmission Fluid Temp High See

Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-

information display and a function is

adopted that automatically selects a higher

shift range when the fluid temperature is

high. Have the vehicle inspected by your

Lexus dealer.

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When driving with dynamic radar cruise

control with full-speed range activated

Even when performing the following

actions with the intent of enabling engine

braking, engine braking will not activate

because dynamic radar cruise control with

full-speed range will not be canceled.

●

While driving in D position, downshifting

to 5 or 4. (

P.160)

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When switching the driving mode to

Sport mode while driving in D position.

(

P.234)

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Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start

Control)

When the following unusual operation is

performed, the engine output may be

restrained.

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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 M) with the accelerator pedal

depressed, a warning message appears

on the multi-information display. If a

warning message is shown on the multi-

information display, read the message

and follow the instructions.

●

When the accelerator pedal is depressed

too while the vehicle is in reverse.

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If the “M” indicator does not come on or

the “D” indicator is displayed even after

shifting the shift lever to M

This may indicate a malfunction in the auto-

matic transmission system. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Lexus dealer. (In this situ-

ation, the transmission will operate in the

same)

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AI-SHIFT

●

The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the

suitable gear according to driver perfor-

mance and driving conditions.

The AI-SHIFT automatically operates

when the driving mode select switch is

set to Normal mode with the shift lever in

the D position. (The function will be can-

celed, if the driving mode select switch is

set to Sport mode or shift lever is put in

the M position.)

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The G AI-SHIFT is automatically

changed to a suitable gear step while

running in Sport mode according to the

driving operations and running condi-

tions.

The G AI-SHIFT automatically operates

when the driving mode select switch is

set to Sport mode with the shift lever in

the D position. (The function will be can-

celed, if the driving mode is select switch

is set to Normal mode or shift lever is put

Automatic transmission

Select the shift position depending
on your purpose and situation.

Shift position purpose and func-
tions

Shift posi-

tion

Objective or function

Parking the vehicle/starting

the engine

Reversing

Neutral

Normal driving

M mode driving

(

P.160)

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in the M position.)

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Shift lock system

The shift lock system is a system to prevent

accidental operation of the shift lever in

starting.

The shift lever can be shifted from P only

when the engine switch is in IGNITION

ON mode and the brake pedal is being

depressed.

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

First, check whether the brake pedal is

being depressed.

If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your

foot on the brake pedal, there may be a

problem with the shift lock system. Have the

vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer

immediately.

The following steps may be used as an

emergency measure to ensure that the shift

lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:

Set the parking brake.

Turn the engine switch off.

Depress the brake pedal.

Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-

driver or equivalent tool.

To prevent damage to the cover, cover the

tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

Press the shift lock override button.

The shift lever can be shifted while the but-

ton is pressed

WARNING

■

When driving on slippery road sur-

faces

Be careful of downshifting and sudden

acceleration, as this could result in the

vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.

Shifting the shift lever

While the engine switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode, move the shift lever
with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P
and D, make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped.

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P.234

To drive using temporary shift range
selection, operate the “-” paddle shift
switch while the shift lever in D. Chang-
ing the shift range enables the level of
engine braking force to be selected.
The shift range can then be selected by
operating the “-” and “+” paddle shift
switches.

Upshifting

Downshifting

The selected shift range, from 1 to 6,
will be displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display.

The initial shift range when the “-” paddle
shift switch is operated is automatically set
to 2, 3, 4 or 5 according to the vehicle
speed.
To return to normal D position driving, the
“+” paddle shift switch must be held down
for a period of time.

A lower shift range will provide greater
engine braking forces than a higher shift
range.

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Automatic deactivation of shift range

selection in the D position

Shift range selection in the D position will

be deactivated in the following situations:

●

When the vehicle comes to a stop

●

If the accelerator pedal is depressed for

more than a certain period of time

●

When the shift lever is shifted to a posi-

tion other than D

To enter M mode, shift the shift lever to
M. Gears can then be selected by
operating the shift lever or paddle shift
switches, allowing you to drive in the
gear of your choice. The gear can be
selected by operating the shift lever or
the “-” and “+” paddle shift switches.

WARNING

■

To prevent an accident when releas-

ing the shift lock

Before pressing the shift lock override

button, make sure to set the parking

brake and depress the brake pedal.

If the accelerator pedal is accidentally

depressed instead of the brake pedal

when the shift lock override button is

pressed and the shift lever is shifted out

of P, the vehicle may suddenly start, pos-

sibly leading to an accident resulting in

death or serious injury.

Selecting the driving mode

Selecting shift ranges in the D
position

Meter dis-

play

Function

D2 - D6

A gear in the range between 1

and the selected gear is auto-

matically chosen depending

on vehicle speed and driving

conditions

1st gear is set

Selecting gears in the M position

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Upshifting

Downshifting

The gear changes once every time the shift
lever or paddle shift switch is operated.
The selected gear, from 1 to 6, will be fixed
and displayed on the multi-information dis-
play.

When in the M position, the gear will
not change unless the shift lever or
paddle shift switches are operated.
However, even when in the M position,
the gears will be automatically
changed in the following situation:
 When vehicle speed drops (down-

shift only).

 When the accelerator pedal is

depressed further, while driving
(downshift only).

 When the needle of the tachometer

is in the red zone (the range which
exceeds the allowable revs of the
engine).

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Downshifting restriction warning

buzzer

To help ensure safety and driving perfor-

mance, downshifting operation may some-

times be restricted. In some circumstances,

downshifting may not be possible even

when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer

will sound twice.)

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Right turn

Lane change to the right (move the
lever partway and release it)
The right hand signals will flash 3
times.

Lane change to the left (move the
lever partway and release it)
The left hand signals will flash 3
times.

Left turn

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Turn signals can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

If the indicator flashes faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear

turn signal lights has not burned out.

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Customization

P.407

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Turns automatic mode on

While the vehicle is stopped, pull and
hold the parking brake switch until the
automatic mode lamp turns on.

Parking brake indicator (U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator (Canada)
Parking brake lamp
Automatic mode lamp

Turn signal lever

Operating instructions

Parking brake

The parking brake can be set or
released automatically or manually.
In automatic mode, the parking
brake can be set or released auto-
matically according to shift lever
operation. Also, even in automatic
mode, the parking brake can be set
or released manually.

Operating instructions

A
B
C
D

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The parking brake is set or released
automatically according to shift lever
operation.
 When the shift lever is moved out of

P, the parking brake will be released,
and the parking brake indicator light
and parking brake lamp turn off.

 When the shift lever is moved into P,

the parking brake will be set, and the
parking brake indicator light and
parking brake lamp turn on.

Operate the shift lever with the brake
pedal depressed.

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Turns automatic mode off

While the vehicle is stopped, press and
hold the parking brake switch until the
automatic mode lamp turns off.

Parking brake indicator (U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator (Canada)
Parking brake lamp
Automatic mode lamp

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Using the manual mode

The parking brake can be set and
released manually.

Parking brake indicator (U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator (Canada)
Parking brake lamp
Automatic mode lamp

Sets the parking brake

The parking brake indicator light and park-
ing brake lamp will turn on.
Pull and hold the parking brake switch if an
emergency occurs and it is necessary to
operate the parking brake while driving.

Releases the parking brake

Operate the parking brake switch while
depressing the brake pedal. Make sure
that the parking brake indicator light and
parking brake lamp turn off.

If the parking brake indicator light and
parking brake lamp flashes, operate
the switch again. (

P.354)

A
B
C
D

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Parking brake operation

●

When the engine switch is not in IGNI-

TION ON mode, the parking brake can-

not be released using the parking brake

switch.

●

When the engine switch is not in IGNI-

TION ON mode, automatic mode (auto-

matic brake setting and releasing) is not

available.

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If “Parking Brake Overheated Parking

Brake Unavailable” is displayed on the

multi-information display

If the parking brake is operated repeatedly

over a short period of time, the system may

restrict operation to prevent overheating. If

this happens, refrain from operating the

parking brake. Normal operation will return

after about 1 minute.

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Parking brake operation sound

When the parking brake operates, a motor

sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This

does not indicate a malfunction.

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Parking brake indicator light and park-

ing brake lamp

●

Depending on the engine switch mode,

the parking brake indicator light and

parking brake lamp will turn on and stay

on as described below:

IGNITION ON mode: Comes on until

the parking brake is released.

Not in IGNITION ON mode: Stays on

for approximately 15 seconds.

●

When the engine switch is turned off with

the parking brake set, the parking brake

indicator light and parking brake lamp

will stay on for about 15 seconds. This

does not indicate a malfunction.

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Changing the mode

When changing the automatic mode on/off,

the message will be shown on the multi-

information display and the buzzer sounds.

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Parking the vehicle

P.136

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Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven

with the parking brake engaged. “Release

Parking Brake” is displayed on the multi-

information display.

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Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to

indicate a system malfunction or to inform

the driver of the need for caution. If a warn-

ing message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display, read the message and follow

the instructions.

■

If the brake system warning light comes

P.351

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Usage in winter time

 P.242

WARNING

■

When parking the vehicle

Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone.

The parking brake may be released unin-

tentionally and there is the danger of the

vehicle moving that may lead to an acci-

dent resulting in death or serious injury.

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Parking brake switch

Do not set any objects near the parking

brake switch. Objects may interfere with

the switch and may lead the parking

brake to unexpectedly operate.

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

Before you leave the vehicle, shift the

shift lever to P, set the parking brake and

make sure that the vehicle does not

move.

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When the system malfunctions

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and

check the warning messages.

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Turns the brake hold system on

The brake hold standby indicator

(green) comes on. While the system is
holding the brake, the brake hold operated
indicator

(yellow) comes on.

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Brake hold system operating conditions

The brake hold system cannot be turned on

in the following conditions:

●

The driver’s door is not closed.

●

The driver is not wearing the seat belt.

If any of the conditions above are detected

when the brake hold system is enabled, the

system will turn off and the brake hold

standby indicator light will go off. In addi-

tion, if any of the conditions are detected

while the system is holding the brake, a

warning buzzer will sound and a message

will be shown on the multi-information dis-

NOTICE

■

When the parking brake cannot be

released due to a malfunction

Driving the vehicle with the parking

brake set will lead to brake components

overheating, which may affect braking

performance and increase brake wear.

Have the vehicle inspected by contact

your Lexus dealer immediately if this

occurs.

Brake Hold

The brake hold system keeps the
brake applied when the shift lever is
in D, M or N with the system on and
the brake pedal has been
depressed to stop the vehicle. The
system releases the brake when the
accelerator pedal is depressed with
the shift lever in D or M to allow
smooth start off.

Enabling the system

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play. The parking brake will then be set

automatically.

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Brake hold function

●

If the brake pedal is left released for a

period of about 3 minutes after the sys-

tem has started holding the brake, the

parking brake will be set automatically. In

this case, a warning buzzer sounds and a

message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

●

To turn the system off while the system is

holding the brake, firmly depress the

brake pedal and press the button again.

●

The brake hold function may not hold the

vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep

incline. In this situation, it may be neces-

sary for the driver to apply the brakes. A

warning buzzer will sound and the multi-

information display will inform the driver

of this situation. If a warning message is

shown on the multi-information display,

read the message and follow the instruc-

tions.

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When the parking brake is set automati-

cally while the system is holding the

brakes

With the brake pedal depressed, release

the parking brake by operating the parking

brake switch, making sure that the parking

brake indicator light goes off. (

P.162)

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When an inspection at your Lexus

dealer is necessary

When the brake hold standby indicator

(green) does not illuminate even when the

brake hold switch is pressed with the brake

hold system operating conditions met, the

system may be malfunctioning. Have the

vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer.

■

If “Brake Hold Fault Depress Brake to

Deactivate Visit Your Dealer” is dis-

played on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have

the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to

indicate a system malfunction or to inform

the driver of the need for caution. If a warn-

ing message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display, read the message and follow

the instructions.

■

If the brake hold operated indicator

flashes

P.353

WARNING

■

When the vehicle is on a steep incline

When using the brake hold system on a

steep incline, exercise caution. The brake

hold function may not hold the vehicle in

such a situation.

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When stopped on a slippery road

The system cannot stop the vehicle when

the gripping ability of the tires has been

exceeded. Do not use the system when

stopped on a slippery road.

NOTICE

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When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system is not designed

for use when parking the vehicle for a

long period of time. Turning the engine

switch off while the system is holding the

brake may release the brake, which

would cause the vehicle to move. When

operating the engine switch, depress the

brake pedal, shift the shift lever to P and

set the parking brake.

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: If equipped

Louder

Lower

The indicator comes on when the ASC
system is on.
When the dial is turned to the lowest
volume, the ASC system will be turned
off and the indicator will go off.

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Operating conditions

When the driving mode select switch is not

in Eco mode.

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Temporary cancelation of the ASC sys-

tem functions

The ASC system may be temporarily can-

celed depending on the driving conditions,

such as when the tires slip due to sudden

acceleration.

ASC (Active Sound Con-
trol)

The ASC system is an electronic
sound system that generates
engine sound, conveying the
kinetic situations of the vehicle’s
acceleration and deceleration to
the driver through the speakers
inside the instrument panel.
The vehicle’s response to the
driver’s acceleration behavior and
shift operations are also conveyed
in sound.
When Sport mode is selected, the
sound conveyed to the driver will be
louder.

Controlling volume

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Turning the

switch turns on the

lights as follows:



Type A

The side marker, parking, tail,

license plate, instrument panel
lights, and daytime running lights
(

P.169) turn on.

The headlights and all the

lights listed above (except daytime
running lights) turn on.

The headlights, daytime run-

ning lights (

P.169) and all the

lights listed above turn on and off

automatically.

The daytime running lights

turn off.



Type B

The side marker, parking, tail,

license plate, instrument panel
lights, and daytime running lights
(

P.169) turn on.

The headlights and all the

lights listed above (except daytime
running lights) turn on.

The headlights, daytime run-

ning lights (

P.169) and all the

lights listed above turn on and off
automatically (when the engine
switch is in IGNITION ON mode).

The daytime running lights

turn on. (

P.169)

Headlight switch

The headlights can be operated
manually or automatically.

Turning on the headlights

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AUTO mode can be used when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

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Daytime running light system

●

The daytime running lights illuminate

using the same lights as the parking lights

and illuminate brighter than the parking

lights.

●

To make your vehicle more visible to

other drivers during daytime driving, the

daytime running lights turn on automati-

cally when all of the following conditions

are met. (The daytime running lights are

not designed for use at night.)

• The engine is running

• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the

(type

B),

or “AUTO”

position

: When the surroundings are bright

The daytime running lights remain on after
they illuminate, even if the parking brake is
set again.

●

For the U.S.A.: Daytime running lights

can be turned off by operating the switch.

●

Compared to turning on the headlights,

the daytime running light system offers

greater durability and consumes less

electricity, so it can help improve fuel

●

If a turn signal light is in use, the daytime

running light, on the same side, is turned

off. For emergency flashers, both are

turned off.

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Headlight control sensor

The sensor may not function properly if an

object is placed on the sensor, or anything

that blocks the sensor is affixed to the wind-

shield.

Doing so interferes with the sensor detect-

ing the level of ambient light and may cause

the automatic headlight system to malfunc-

tion.

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Automatic light off system

●

When the headlights come on: The head-
lights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds
after a door is opened and closed if the
engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY
mode or turned off. (The lights turn off
immediately if

on the key is

pressed after all the doors are locked.)

●

When only the tail lights come on: The tail

lights turn off automatically if the engine

switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode

or turned off and the driver’s door is

opened.

To turn the lights on again, turn the engine

switch to IGNITION ON mode, or turn the

light switch off once and then back to

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Light reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is

turned off or turned to ACCESSORY

mode and the driver’s door is opened while

the lights are turned on.

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Automatic headlight leveling system (if

equipped)

The level of the headlights is automatically

adjusted according to the number of pas-

sengers and the loading condition of the

vehicle to ensure that the headlights do not

interfere with other road users.

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Battery-saving function

In order to prevent the battery of the vehicle

from discharging, if the headlights and/or

tail lights are on when the engine switch is

turned off the battery saving function will

operate and automatically turn off all the

lights after approximately 20 minutes.

When the engine switch is turned to IGNI-

TION ON mode, the battery-saving func-

tion will be disabled.

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When any of the following are performed,

the battery-saving function is canceled

once and then reactivated. All the lights will

turn off automatically 20 minutes after the

battery-saving function has been reacti-

vated:

●

When the headlight switch is operated

●

When a door is opened or closed

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Customization

Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be

changed. (Customizable features:

P.401)

With the headlights on, push the
lever away from you to turn on the
high beams.

Pull the lever toward you to the center
position to turn the high beams off.

Pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the high beams
once.

You can flash the high beams with the
headlights on or off.

When the following conditions are met,
while the headlights (low beam) are on,
the cornering lights will additionally
turn on and light up the direction of
movement for the vehicle. This is to
ensure excellent visibility when either
driving at intersections or parking at
night.
 The steering wheel is operated
 The turn signal lever is operated
 The shift lever is in R

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Cornering light control

●

However, when vehicle speed is 25 mph

(40 km/h) or above, the cornering lights

do not turn on.

●

After the lights remain illuminated for 30

minutes, they automatically turn off.

AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
secures excellent visibility at intersec-
tions and on curves by automatically
adjusting the direction of the light axis
of the headlights according to vehicle
speed and the degree of the tire’s angle
as controlled by steering input.

AFS operates at speeds of 6 mph (10 km/
h) or higher.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine is off.

Turning on the high beam head-
lights

Cornering lights (if equipped)

AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System) (if equipped)

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Driving

Push the lever away from you with
the headlight switch in

position.

Press the Automatic High Beam
switch.

The Automatic High Beam indicator will

come on when the headlights are turned

on automatically to indicate that the system

is active.

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Operating conditions

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

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High beam automatic turning on or off

conditions

When all of the following conditions are ful-

filled, high beam will be automatically

turned on:

●

Vehicle speed is above approximately 21

mph (34 km/h).

●

The area ahead of the vehicle is dark.

●

There are no oncoming or preceding

vehicles with headlights or tail lights

turned on.

●

There are few streetlights on the road

ahead.

If any of the following conditions are ful-
filled, high beam will be automatically
turned off:

●

Vehicle speed drops below approxi-

mately 17 mph (27 km/h).

●

The area ahead of the vehicle is not dark.

●

Oncoming or preceding vehicles have

headlights or tail lights turned on.

●

There are many streetlights on the road

ahead.

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Camera sensor detection information

●

High beam may not be automatically

turned off in the following situations:

• When oncoming vehicles suddenly

appear from a curve

• When the vehicle is cut in front of by

another

• When oncoming or preceding vehicles

Automatic High Beam

The Automatic High Beam uses an
in-vehicle camera sensor to assess
the brightness of streetlights, the
lights of oncoming and preceding
vehicles, etc., and automatically
turns high beam on or off as neces-
sary.

WARNING

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Limitations of the Automatic High

Beam

Do not rely on the Automatic High

Beam. Always drive safely, taking care to

observe your surroundings and turning

high beam on or off manually if neces-

sary.

Activating the Automatic High
Beam system

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