Lexus RZ450E (2023 year). Manual in english

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3-3. Driving in the rain

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is 194°F (90°C) or higher, or 5°F (-15°C)

or lower, automatic operation may not

occur.

In this case, operate the wipers in any
mode other than AUTO mode.

Pull the lever.

The front wipers and washers will oper-
ate.
The front wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after the
front washers operate.
Vehicles with headlight cleaners:
When the headlights are on and the
lever is pulled and held, the headlight
cleaners will operate once. After this,

the headlight cleaners will operate
every 5th time the lever is pulled.

■

The windshield wipers and washer can

be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

■

Drip prevention wiper sweep

After the washers have operated and the

wipers operate several times, they will oper-

ate one more time after a short delay to

prevent drips.
However, this function will not operate while

driving.

■

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

If there is washer fluid in the washer fluid

tank, check if the washer nozzles are

blocked.

■

Using the voice control system (if

equipped)

The front washer can be operated using the

voice control system. (Operation is possible

only when the vehicle is stopped.)
For details, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Using the front washers

WARNING

When it is cold, do not use the washer

fluid until the windshield is warm.

The fluid may freeze on the windshield,

decreasing visibility, possibly leading to

an accident.

NOTICE

If a washer nozzle is blocked, contact

your Lexus dealer.

Do not try to clear it with a pin or other

object. The nozzle will be damaged.

NOTICE

If washer fluid does not spray, do not

operate the switch continuously as doing

so may damage the washer fluid pump.

Using the rear camera washer (if
equipped)

NOTICE

If a washer nozzle is blocked, contact

your Lexus dealer.

Do not try to clear it with a pin or other

object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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3-3. Driving in the rain

Push the lever.

Clean the camera for Lexus parking
assist monitor and Digital Rear-view
Mirror (if equipped).

■

The rear window wiper and washer can

be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

■

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

If there is washer fluid in the washer fluid

tank, check if the washer nozzles are

blocked.

■

Using the voice control system (if

equipped)

The rear washer can be operated using the

voice control system. (Operation is possible

only when the vehicle is stopped.)
For details, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

NOTICE

If washer fluid does not spray, do not

operate the switch continuously as doing

so may damage the rear washer fluid

pump.

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3-4. Driving when the windows or mirrors are fogged up

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3-4.Driving when the windows or mirrors are fogged up

Press the windshield defogger switch.
The dehumidification function will
operate and the air flow will increase.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode

switch to outside air mode if the recir-
culated air mode is used. (It may switch
automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side
windows quickly, turn the air flow and
temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, press
the windshield defogger switch again
when the windshield is defogged.

■

Fogging up of the windows

●

The windows will easily fog up when the

humidity in the vehicle is high.

Pressing “A/C” button or selecting “A/C”
will dehumidify the air from the outlets and
defog the windshield effectively.

●

If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may fog

up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recircu-

lated air mode is used.

Defog the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the
windshield and front side windows.

WARNING

●

Do not use the windshield defogger in

extremely humid areas when the air

conditioning system is set to a low tem-

perature.

The difference between the temperature

of the outside air and that of the wind-

shield can cause the outer surface of the

windshield to fog up, blocking your

vision.

●

Do not place anything on the instru-

ment panel which may cover the air

outlets.

Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,

preventing the windshield defoggers

from defogging.

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3-4. Driving when the windows or mirrors are fogged up

Press the rear windshield and outside
rear view mirror defogger switch.
The rear window defogger and outside
rear view mirror defoggers will operate
and defog the rear window and outside
rear view mirrors.
The defoggers will automatically turn
off after a period of time.

Defog the rear window

WARNING

Do not touch the surface of the outside

rear view mirrors when the rear window

defogger and outside rear view mirror

defoggers are operating, as the surface

of the mirrors will become extremely hot

and may cause burns.

Defog the outside rear view
mirrors

WARNING

Do not touch the surface of the outside

rear view mirrors when the rear window

defogger and outside rear view mirror

defoggers are operating, as the surface

of the mirrors will become extremely hot

and may cause burns.

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3-5. Driving when it is cold

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3-5.Driving when it is cold



Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures.

• Power control unit coolant
• Heater coolant
• Washer fluid



Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the 12-volt battery.

Have the vehicle fitted with four winter
tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified
size and brand.

Install the tire chains to the front two
tires.

Make sure to use tire chains which
match the tire size.

: Tire chains cannot be mounted on

20-inch tires.

Observe the following precautions when

installing, removing, and handling tire

chains:

●

Install and remove tire chains in a safe

location.

●

Install tire chains to the front tires only.

Do not install tire chains to the rear tires.

●

Install tire chains following the instruc-

tions provided with the tire chains.

●

Install tire chains to the front tires as

tightly as possible. Retighten the chains

after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).

Preparing for cold weather

Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in cold weather. Always
drive the vehicle in a manner
appropriate to the prevailing
weather conditions.

Necessary inspection items

Mounting winter tires

WARNING

Observe the following precautions when

winter tires are mounted to the vehicle.

Failure to do so may lead to loss of con-

trol of the vehicle.

●

Use tires of the specified size.

●

Maintain the recommended level of air

pressure.

●

Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120

km/h), regardless of the type of winter

tires mounted.

●

When using winter tires, mount them

to all four wheels.

NOTICE

When having winter tires repaired or

replaced, contact your Lexus dealer or a

legitimate tire retailer.

This is because the removal and mount-

ing of winter tires affects the operation of

the tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters.

When using tire chains

WARNING

Observe the following precautions when

tire chains are installed to the vehicle.

Failure to do so may lead to the vehicle

not being able to be driven safely.

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3-5. Driving when it is cold

■

Selecting tire chains

Use the correct tire chain size when
mounting the tire chains. Chain size is
regulated for each tire size.



Vehicles with 18-inch tires

Side chain (0.12 in. [3 mm] in diam-
eter)

Side chain (0.39 in. [10 mm] in
width)
Side chain (0.98 in. [25 mm] in
length)
Cross chain (0.16 in. [4 mm] in
diameter)
Cross chain (0.55 in. [14 mm] in
width)
Cross chain (0.98 in. [25 mm] in
length)



Vehicles with 20-inch tires

Tire chains cannot be mounted on the
20-inch tires.
Snow tires should be used instead.

■

Regulations on the use of tire
chains

Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary depending on location and
type of road. Always check local regu-
lations before installing chains.

WARNING

●

Do not drive in excess of the speed

limit specified for the tire chains being

used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-

ever is lower.

●

Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces

or over potholes.

●

Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt

steering, sudden braking and shifting

operations that cause sudden regen-

erative braking.

●

Slow down sufficiently before entering

a curve to ensure that vehicle control is

maintained.

●

Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).

●

Do not use LDA (Lane Departure

Alert).

NOTICE

■

Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters may not function correctly

when tire chains are fitted.

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3-5. Driving when it is cold

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Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:



Do not try to forcibly open a window
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.



To ensure proper operation of the
climate control system fan, remove
any snow that has accumulated on
the air inlet vents in front of the
windshield.



Check for and remove any excess
ice or snow that may have accumu-
lated on the exterior lights, outside
rear view mirrors, windows, vehicle’s
roof, chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.



Remove any snow or mud from the
bottom of your shoes before getting
in the vehicle.



When the outside door opener
switch becomes stiff, it may be diffi-
cult to press on it. Open the door
while pressing the door opener
switch slightly harder.

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a
safe distance between you and the

vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced
speed suitable to road conditions.



Turn automatic mode of the parking
brake off. Otherwise, the parking
brake may freeze and not be able to
be released automatically.

Also, avoid using the following as the park-
ing brake may operate automatically, even
if automatic mode is off.
• Brake hold system



Park the vehicle and shift the shift
position to P without setting the
parking brake. The parking brake
may freeze up, preventing it from
being released. If the vehicle is
parked without setting the parking
brake, make sure to block the
wheels.

Failure to do so may be dangerous
because it may cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly, possibly leading to an acci-
dent.



When the parking brake is in auto-
matic mode, release the parking
brake after change the shift position
to P.



If the vehicle is parked without set-
ting the parking brake, confirm that
the shift position cannot be moved
out of P.



If the vehicle is left parked with the
brakes damp in cold temperatures,
there is a possibility of the brakes
freezing.

Cold weather driving tips

Things to check before driving in
cold weather

Precautions for driving in cold
weather

Precautions for parking in cold
weather

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3-5. Driving when it is cold

■

Linked mirror function when reversing

When used in cold weather during reverse

driving, the door mirror could be frozen and

may not automatically point the mirror sur-

face downward. In this event, remove any

ice and snow from the mirror surface.

Use the windshield wiper de-icer to
help prevent the windshield wiper
blades from freezing to the windshield.
Select the “Deicer” switch on the
option screen.
The windshield wiper de-icer will auto-
matically turn off after a period of time.

Warming the windshield to allow
frozen wipers to be moved (if
equipped)

WARNING

Do not touch the lower part of the wind-

shield or parts along the front pillars

when the windshield wiper de-icer is on,

as they will be hot and may cause burns.

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3-7. Utility vehicle precautions

3-7.Utility vehicle precautions



Specific design characteristics give
it a higher center of gravity than
ordinary passenger cars. This vehi-
cle design feature causes this type
of vehicle to be more likely to roll-
over. Utility vehicles have a signifi-
cantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.



An advantage of the higher ground
clearance is a better view of the
road allowing you to anticipate
problems.



It is not designed for cornering at
the same speeds as ordinary pas-
senger cars any more than
low-slung sports cars designed to
perform satisfactorily under
off-road conditions. Therefore,
sharp turns at excessive speeds may
cause rollover.

Your vehicle is not designed to be
driven off-road. However, in the event
that off-road driving cannot be
avoided, please observe the following
precautions to help avoid the areas
prohibited to vehicles.



Drive your vehicle only in areas
where off-road vehicles are permit-
ted to travel.



Respect private property. Get
owner’s permission before entering

Utility vehicle precautions

This vehicle belongs to the utility
vehicle class, which has higher
ground clearance and narrower
tread in relation to the height of its
center of gravity.

Utility vehicle feature

WARNING

■

Utility vehicle precautions

Always observe the following precau-

tions to minimize the risk of death or seri-

ous injury or damage to your vehicle:

●

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person

is significantly more likely to die than a

person wearing a seat belt. Therefore,

the driver and all passengers should

always fasten their seat belts.

●

Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneu-

vers, if at all possible. Failure to operate

this vehicle correctly may result in loss

of control or vehicle rollover causing

death or serious injury.

●

Vehicles with roof rails: Loading cargo

on the roof luggage carrier will make

the center of the vehicle gravity higher.

Avoid high speeds, sudden starts,

sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt

maneuvers, otherwise it may result in

loss of control or vehicle rollover due

to failure to operate this vehicle cor-

rectly.

●

Always slow down in gusty crosswinds.

Because of its profile and higher cen-

ter of gravity, your vehicle is more sen-

sitive to side winds than an ordinary

passenger car. Slowing down will allow

you to have better control.

●

Do not drive horizontally across steep

slopes. Driving straight up or straight

down is preferred. Your vehicle (or any

similar off-road vehicle) can tip over

sideways much more easily than for-

ward or backward.

Off-road driving

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3-7. Utility vehicle precautions

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private property.



Do not enter areas that are closed.
Honor gates, barriers and signs that
restrict travel.



Stay on established roads. When
conditions are wet, driving tech-
niques should be changed or travel
delayed to prevent damage to
roads.



Avoid driving on very steep, slippery
roads and other surfaces, such as
sand, where the tires are liable to
lose traction. Your vehicle may not
perform as well as conventional
AWD on-road vehicles on these
surfaces.

■

Additional information for off-road driv-

ing

For owners in U.S. mainland and Hawaii:
To obtain additional information pertaining

to driving your vehicle off-road, consult the

following organizations.

●

State and Local Parks and Recreation

Departments

●

State Motor Vehicle Bureau

●

Recreational Vehicle Clubs

●

U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land

Management

WARNING

■

Off-road driving precautions

Always observe the following precau-

tions to minimize the risk of death or seri-

ous injury or damage to your vehicle:

●

Drive carefully when off the road. Do

not take unnecessary risks by driving in

dangerous places.

●

Do not grip the steering wheel spokes

when driving off-road. A bad bump

could jerk the wheel and injure your

hands. Keep both hands and especially

your thumbs on the outside of the rim.

●

Always check your brakes for effec-

tiveness immediately after driving in

sand, mud, water or snow.

●

After driving through tall grass, mud,

rock, sand, water, etc., check that there

is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stone,

sand, etc. adhering or trapped to the

underbody. Clear off any such matter

from the underbody. If the vehicle is

used with these materials trapped or

adhering to the underbody, a break-

down or fire could occur.

●

When driving off-road or in rugged

terrain, do not drive at excessive

speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike

objects, etc. This may cause loss of

control or vehicle rollover causing

death or serious injury. You are also

risking expensive damage to your

vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

NOTICE

■

To prevent water damage

Take all necessary safety measures to

ensure that water damage to the traction

battery, EV system or other components

does not occur.

●

Water entering the motor compart-

ment may cause severe damage to the

EV system.

●

Water entering the transmission will

cause deterioration in transmission

quality. The malfunction indicator may

come on, and the vehicle may not be

drivable.

●

Water can wash the grease from wheel

bearings, causing rusting and prema-

ture failure, and may also enter the

transaxle case, reducing the gear oil’s

lubricating qualities.

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3-7. Utility vehicle precautions

NOTICE

■

When you drive through water

If driving through water, such as when

crossing shallow streams, first check the

depth of the water and the bottom of the

riverbed for firmness. Drive slowly and

avoid deep water.

■

Inspection after off-road driving

●

Sand and mud that has accumulated

around brake discs may affect braking

efficiency and may damage brake sys-

tem components.

●

Always perform a maintenance

inspection after each day of off-road

driving that has taken you through

rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For

scheduled maintenance information,

refer to the “Warranty and Services

Guide” “Owner’s Manual Supple-

ment” “Scheduled Maintenance”.

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3-8. Changing the driving characteristics

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3-8.Changing the driving characteristics

■

Normal mode

Suitable when driving in the city, for
good electricity consumption effi-
ciency, silence, and drive-ability.

■

Eco drive mode

In contrast with Normal mode, torque
generation is slower when stepping on
the accelerator pedal, air conditioning
operations (heating/cooling) are
restrained, and driving becomes suited
for improved electricity consumption.

■

Range mode

When in range mode, the driving con-
trols is changed to those for improved
electric consumption, in terms of the
vehicle speed limits, the maximum
driving force limits, the optimized
front-rear allocation of the driving
force, etc., along with turning off of the
air conditioning system (heating/cool-
ing). This mode is suitable for maximiz-
ing the driving distance.

■

Sport mode

Helps to ensure steering feel and
accelerator response by controlling
the EV system and transmission. Suit-
able for sporty, fun driving, such as
when driving on mountain roads.

■

Custom mode

Driving is possible by setting the
desired function for power train con-
trol, chassis control or air conditioning
operations. Custom mode settings can
only be changed on the drive mode
customization display of the center dis-
play. (



P.594)

■

Operation of the air conditioning sys-

tem in Eco drive mode

●

In the Eco drive mode, the air condition-

ing system is controlled as follows to pri-

oritize electricity consumption efficiency.

• Heating/cooling capacity is restricted

• Fan speed restricted when automatic

mode is selected

●

To improve air conditioning performance,

perform the following operations:

• Adjust the fan speed

• Adjust the temperature setting

• Turn off Eco drive mode

●

When the driving mode is set to Eco

drive mode, the air conditioning system

may automatically change to Eco mode.

To cancel eco mode, press “Eco

heat/cool”.

■

Operation of the air conditioning sys-

tem in range mode

●

In range mode, the air conditioning sys-

tem will turn off automatically.

●

Turning the air conditioning system on

manually will operate it in the setting used

before range mode was selected.

■

Suggestion message to change to range

mode

When the remaining charge of the traction

battery reaches a certain level, a message

suggesting to change drive modes to range

mode will be displayed. (



P.256)

Driving modes

The following driving modes can be
used according to the driv-
ing/usage conditions.

Characteristics of each driving
mode

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3-8. Changing the driving characteristics

Select

on the center display.

Select “Drive mode”.

Select driving mode.

Normal mode

Sport mode

When the Sport mode is selected, Sport
mode indicator will comes on.

Eco drive mode

When the Eco drive mode is selected, Eco
drive mode indicator comes on.

Range mode

When the Range mode is selected, Range
mode indicator comes on.

Custom mode

When the Custom mode is selected, Cus-
tom mode indicator comes on.
To change custom mode settings, select

■

Canceling Range/Sport/Custom mode

●

Range mode, Sport mode and Custom

mode will be canceled automatically

when the power switch is turned off.

●

Normal mode and Eco drive mode will

not be canceled automatically until

another driving mode is selected, even if

the power switch is turned off.

■

Display of the multi-information display

according to selected driving mode

According to the driving mode selected,

the gauges displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display may change.

Changing the driving mode

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3-9. Brake hold system

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3-9.Brake hold system

The brake hold system keeps the brake
applied when the shift position is in D
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 position in D to
allow smooth start off.
Turns the brake hold system on
The brake hold standby indicator
(green) comes on. While the system is

holding the brake, the brake hold oper-
ated indicator (yellow) comes on.

■

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.

●

The parking brake is engaged.

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-

play. The parking brake will then be set

automatically.

■

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 mes-

sage is shown on the multi-information

Brake hold system

WARNING

■

When the vehicle is on a steep incline

Take care when using the brake hold sys-

tem on a steep incline, exercise caution.

The brake hold function may not hold

brakes in such situations. Also, the sys-

tem may not activate depending on the

angle of the slope.

■

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

■

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 power

switch off while the system is holding the

brake may release the brake, which

would cause the vehicle to move. When

operating the power switch, depress the

brake pedal, shift the shift position to P

and set the parking brake.

Turns the brake hold system on

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3-9. Brake hold system

display, read the message and follow the

instructions.

●

When do not wish for the parking brake

to operate automatically, press and hold

the brake hold switch until the standby

indicator (green) turns off, and then turn

the power switch off.

■

When the parking brake is set automati-

cally while the system is holding the

brakes

Perform any of the following operations to

release the parking brake.

●

Depress the accelerator pedal. (The

parking brake will not be released auto-

matically if the seat belt is not fastened.)

●

Operate the parking brake switch with

the brake pedal depressed.

Make sure that the parking brake indicator

light goes off. (



P.154)

■

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 checked by your Lexus

dealer immediately.

■

If “Brake Hold Malfunction” is displayed

on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle checked by your Lexus

dealer immediately.

■

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.482

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Interio

r fe

atures

Interior features

4-1. Favorite settings

My Settings...................................

196

4-2. Adjusting the preferred driving

position

Enabling easier driver entry and

exit (Power easy access system)
.........................................................

198

Driving position registra-

tion/recall/deletion................

199

4-3. Adjusting the temperature/envi-

ronment inside the vehicle

Comfortable condition to be

maintained without adjusting
each system (Lexus Climate
Concierge) ...............................

203

Air conditioning controls.......

204

Heated steering wheel.............

210

Seat heaters/Radiant heaters

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

211

Seat ventilators............................

213

Using the panoramic fixed moon

roof with one-touch frosted glass
control..........................................

214

4-4. Illuminating the interior

Using the interior lights............

216

4-5. Using the interior features

Location of the storage features

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

219

Convenient interior features

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

222

4-6. Using the luggage compartment

Using the cargo hooks............

232

Using the cargo net hooks....

232

Using the grocery bag hooks

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

233

Deck board .................................

233

Stowing the luggage cover...

234

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4-1. Favorite settings

4-1.Favorite settings

: If equipped

An individual can be identified using
the following authentication devices:



Electronic key/Digital key

An individual is identified when the smart
access system with push-button start
detects their electronic key/digital key.
(



P.84, 88)



Face authentication system

An individual is identified at the open-
ing/closing of the door when face informa-
tion registered using the driver monitor
camera is identified. (



P.276)

Individual identification by face authentica-
tion is prioritized than by electronic
key/digital key

, if the latter has identified

with another registered driver.



Bluetooth

devices

An individual can be identified if the same
Bluetooth

device that was used as a

hands-free phone the last time the vehicle
was entered is connected to the audio sys-
tem.
If an individual is identified by detecting an
electronic key, identification by Bluetooth

device will not be performed.

: If equipped

When an individual is identified from
an authentication device, settings for
the following functions are recalled:



Driving position (memory recall
function)

After an individual is identified, the driving
position that was set when driving was last
completed (with shift position set to P) is
recalled when the following operation is
performed.
• When an individual is identified from an

electronic key: Unlocking the doors
using the smart access system with
push-button start or wireless remote
control

• When an individual is identified from a

digital key

: Unlocking the doors using

the smart access system with push-but-
ton start

• When an individual is identified from the

face authentication system

: After the

driver monitor identifies face informa-

My Settings

By identifying an individual through
a device, such as an electronic key,
the driving position and vehicle set-
tings recorded for that driver can
be recalled when the vehicle is
entered.

By assigning an authentication
device to a driver in advance, the
driver can enter the vehicle with
their preferred settings.

Settings for up to 3 drivers can be
recorded by My Settings.

For details on how to assign/delete
electronic keys, set driver names,
perform initialization, change driv-
ers manually, or delete a driver,
refer to the “MULTIMEDIA
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Types of assigned authentication
devices

Recalled functions

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tion, turning the power switch to ACC or
ON.



Meter displays

, head-up dis-

play

*1,2

, and center display

When an individual is identified, the vehicle
settings used when the power switch was
last turned off are recalled.



Safe driving support function

When an individual is identified, the vehicle
settings used when the power switch was
last turned off are recalled.



Vehicle settings available on the
center display

When an individual is identified, the vehicle
settings used when the power switch was
last turned off are recalled.

: If equipped

: Some settings are excluded

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4-2.Adjusting the preferred driving position

: If equipped

When all of the following have been
performed, the driver’s seat and steer-
ing wheel are automatically adjusted to
a position that allows driver to enter
and exit the vehicle easily.



The shift position has been shifted to
P.



The power switch has been turned
off.



The driver’s seat belt has been
unfastened.

When any of the following has been
performed, the driver’s seat and steer-
ing wheel automatically return to their
original positions.



The power switch has been turned
to ACC or ON.



The driver’s seat belt has been fas-
tened.

■

Operation of the power easy access sys-

tem

When exiting the vehicle, the power easy

access system may not operate if the seat is

already close to the rearmost position, etc.

■

Jam protection function

While the power easy access system is

operating, if an object is stuck behind the

front seat, the front seat will stop and then

slightly move forward. When the jam pro-

tection function operates, the seat stops at a

position other than the set seat position.

Check the seat position.

Enabling easier driver entry
and exit (Power easy access
system)

WARNING

Never use any part of your body to inten-

tionally activate the jam protection func-

tion.

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: If equipped

Check that the shift position is in P.

Turn the power switch to ON.

Adjust the driver’s seat, steering
wheel, outside rear view mirrors
and head-up display (if equipped)
to the desired positions.

While pressing the “SET” button, or
within 3 seconds after the “SET”

button is pressed, press button “1”,
“2” or “3” until the buzzer sounds.

If a driving position has already been regis-

tered to the selected button, the previously

registered position will be overwritten.

■

Seat positions that can be memorized

The adjusted positions other than the posi-

tion adjusted by lumbar support switch can

be recorded.

■

In order to correctly use the driving

position memory function

If a seat position is already in the furthest

possible position and the seat is operated in

the same direction, the registered position

may be slightly different when it is recalled.

Check that the shift position is in P.

Turn the power switch to ON.

Driving position registra-
tion/recall/deletion

This feature automatically adjusts
the positions of the driver’s seat,
steering wheel, outside rear view
mirrors and head-up display (if
equipped) to make entering and
exiting the vehicle easier or to suit
your preferences.

Vehicle with the My Settings:

Up to 3 different driving positions
can be recorded for each the driver
and guest that have been regis-
tered for My Settings. When elec-
tronic key (including a card key)
assignment is registered for My
Settings, the driving position for
each driver can be recalled (mem-
ory recall function).

Vehicle without the My Settings:

Up to 3 different driving positions
can be recorded.

Registering a driving position
into memory (position memory
function)

WARNING

Take care during seat adjustment so that

the seat does not contact a rear passen-

ger or squeeze your body against the

steering wheel.

Recalling a driving position
(position memory function)

WARNING

Never use any part of your body to inten-

tionally activate the jam protection func-

tion.

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Press one of the buttons for the
driving position you want to recall
until the buzzer sounds.

■

To stop the position recall operation

part-way through

Perform any of the following:

●

Press the “SET” button.

●

Press button “1”, “2” or “3”.

●

Operate any of the seat adjustment

switches (only cancels seat position

recall).

●

Operate the tilt and telescopic steering

control switch (only cancels steering

wheel position recall).

■

Operating the driving position memory

after turning the power switch off

Registered seat positions can be recalled

up to 180 seconds after the driver’s door is

opened and another 61 seconds after it is

closed again.

■

When the recorded seat position can-

not be recalled

The seat position may not be recalled in

some situations when the seat position is

recorded in a certain range.
For details, contact your Lexus dealer.

■

Jam protection function

While the driving position is recalled or the

power easy access system is operating, if an

object is stuck behind the front seat, the

front seat will stop and then slightly move

forward. When the jam protection function

operates, the seat stops at a position other

than the set seat position. Check the seat

position.

■

Recalling a driving position

Take care so that a head restraint does not

contact the ceiling or a sun visor.

■

Using the voice control system

: If equipped

The following operations can be performed

using the voice control system:

●

Driving position registration

●

Driving position recall (only when the

shift position is in P)

For details, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA

OWNER’S MANUAL”

■

Identifying a driver with the elec-
tronic key assigned and registered
in My Settings

The driving positions can be automati-
cally recalled for each registered
driver by registering electronic key
assignments in My Settings.



Driving position registration proce-
dure

When the shift position is shifted to P after
driving the vehicle, the current driving
position will be recorded.



Driving position recall procedure

Carry only the key that has been
assigned and registered in My Set-
tings, and then unlock and open the
driver’s door using the smart
access system with push-button
start or wireless remote control.

The driving position other than the steering

wheel and head-up display (if equipped)

will move to the recorded position. How-

Registering/canceling/recall a
driving position to an electronic
key (memory recall function)
(driver’s side only)

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ever, the seat will move to a position slightly

behind the recorded position in order to

make entering the vehicle easier.
If the driving position is in a position that

has already been recorded, the driving

position will not move.

Turn the power switch to ACC or
ON.

The seat, steering wheel and head-up dis-

play (if equipped) (only when the power

switch is in ON) will move to the recorded

position.



Memory recall function cancelation
procedure

Initialize the driver registered settings in
My Settings.
For information on initializing driver regis-
tered settings, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■

Identifying a driver with face infor-
mation assigned and registered in
My Settings

The driving positions can be automati-
cally recalled for each registered
driver by registering face information
in the face authentication system and
registering the face information assign-
ment in My Settings.



Driving position registration proce-
dure

When the shift position is shifted to P after
driving the vehicle, the current driving
position will be recorded.



Driving position recall procedure

Turn the power switch to ACC or ON.
After face authentication is performed
successfully, the seat, steering wheel, and
head-up display will move to the registered
driving position (only when the power
switch is turned on). They will not move if

already in the registered driving position.
If the driving position is in a position that
has already been recorded, the driving
position will not move.



Memory recall function cancelation
procedure

Delete face information from the face
authentication system.
For information on deleting fingerprint
information, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■

Vehicles without a My Settings
function

Each electronic key can be registered
to automatically recall your preferred
driving position.



Driving position registration proce-
dure

Record your driving position to button
“1”, “2” or “3” before performing the
following:
Carry only the key you want to register,
and then close the driver’s door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the
driving position cannot be recorded
properly.

Check that the shift position is in P.

Turn the power switch to ON.

Recall the driving position that you
want to record.

While pressing the recalled button,
press and hold the door lock switch
(either lock or unlock) until the
buzzer sounds.

If the button could not be registered, the

buzzer sounds continuously for approxi-

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mately 3 seconds.



Driving position recall procedure

Make sure that the doors are
locked before recalling the driving
position. Carry the electronic key
that has been registered to the driv-
ing position, and then unlock and
open the driver’s door using the
smart access system with push-but-
ton start or wireless remote control.

The driving position will move to the

recorded position (not including the steer-

ing wheel and head-up display [if

equipped]). However, the seat will move to

a position slightly behind the recorded

position in order to make entering the vehi-

cle easier.
If the driving position is in a position that

has already been recorded, the seat and

outside rear view mirrors will not move.

Turn the power switch to ACC or
ON, or fasten a seat belt.

The seat, steering wheel and head-up dis-

play (if equipped) will move to the

recorded position.



Memory recall function cancelation
procedure

Carry only the key you want to cancel
and then close the driver’s door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the
driving position cannot be canceled
properly.

Check that the shift position is in P.

Turn the power switch to ON.

While pressing the “SET” button,
press and hold the door lock switch
(either lock or unlock) until the
buzzer sounds twice.

If it button could not be canceled, the

buzzer sounds continuously for approxi-

mately 3 seconds.

■

Recalling the driving position using the

memory recall function (vehicles with

the My setting)

Different driving positions can be regis-

tered for each electronic key. Therefore, the

driving position that is recalled may be dif-

ferent depending on the key being carried.

■

Recalling the driving position using the

memory recall function (vehicles with-

out the My setting)

●

Different driving positions can be regis-

tered for each electronic key. Therefore,

the driving position that is recalled may

be different depending on the key being

carried.

●

If a door other than the driver’s door is

unlocked with the smart access system

with push-button start, the driving posi-

tion cannot be recalled. In this case, press

the driving position button which has

been set.

■

Jam protection function

While the driving position is recalled or the

power easy access system is operating, if an

object is stuck behind the front seat, the

front seat will stop and then slightly move

forward. When the jam protection function

operates, the seat stops at a position other

than the set seat position. Check the seat

position.

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.587)

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Lexus Climate Concierge operates in
conjunction with AUTO of the air con-
ditioning system.

Select the option screen
switch.



P.205

Select the “Climate concierge”
switch.

Turn the “AUTO” switch on.



Automatic air conditioning sys-
tem



P.204

Operation of the air conditioning system is
performed automatically according to the
temperature setting for the driver's
side/front passenger's side.



Seat heaters



P.211

Operation of the seat heaters is performed
automatically according to the tempera-
ture setting for the driver's side/front pas-
senger's side.

Operation will automatically change
between the seat heaters and seat ventila-
tors according to the temperature setting
of the air conditioning system, outside tem-
perature, etc.



Seat ventilators



P.213

Operation of the seat ventilators is per-
formed automatically according to the
temperature setting for the driver's
side/front passenger's side.
Operation will automatically change
between the seat heaters and seat ventila-
tors according to the temperature setting
of the air conditioning system, outside tem-
perature, etc.



Heated steering wheel



P.210

Operation of the heated steering wheel is
performed automatically according to the
temperature setting of the air conditioning
system, outside temperature, etc.

■

Passenger detection functions

●

When a passenger is detected in the

front passenger seat, the seat heater and

ventilator will operate automatically.

●

When the seat heater/seat ventilator

switch is set to AUTO, the passenger

detection function will not operate.

■

Rear seat heater operation (if

equipped)

The rear seat heaters are not controlled by

the Lexus Climate Concierge.

Comfortable condition to be
maintained without adjust-
ing each system (Lexus Cli-
mate Concierge)

Operation of the seat heaters and
seat ventilators of the front seats
and the heated steering wheel (if
equipped) is performed automati-
cally according to the temperature
setting of the air conditioning sys-
tem, outside temperature, tem-
perature inside the vehicle, etc.

Lexus Climate Concierge

Automatically controllable func-
tions

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4-3. Adjusting the temperature/environment inside the vehicle

■

When the outside temperature exceeds

75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning

system is on

●

In order to reduce the air conditioning

power consumption, the air conditioning

system may switch to recirculated air

mode automatically.

●

Recirculated air mode is selected as a

default mode when the power switch is

turned to ON.

●

It is possible to switch to outside air mode

at any time by pressing the outside/recir-

culated air mode switch.

■

When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the

vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after

closing the windows, it is recommended

that the air intake mode be set to outside air

mode and the fan speed to any setting

except off.

■

When the outside temperature is low

The dehumidification function may not

operate even when “A/C” is selected.

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning

system to the outside air mode.

●

During use, various odors from inside and

outside the vehicle may enter into and

accumulate in the air conditioning sys-

tem. This may then cause odor to be

emitted from the vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from occur-

ring:

• It is recommended that the air condition-

ing system be set to outside air mode

prior to turning the vehicle off.

• The start timing of the blower may be

delayed for a short period of time imme-

diately after the air conditioning system is

started in automatic mode.

●

When parking, the system automatically

switches to outside air mode to encour-

age better air circulation throughout the

vehicle, helping to reduce odors that

occur when starting the vehicle.

■

Air conditioning system refrigerant

●

A label regarding the refrigerant of the

Air conditioning controls

When the “AUTO” switch is on, the
air outlets and fan speed will auto-
matically be changed according to
the set temperature.

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the EV

system is off.

■

When repairing/replacing parts of

the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by

your Lexus dealer.

When a part of the air conditioning sys-

tem, such as the evaporator, is to be

replaced, it must be replaced with a new

one.

■

Humidity sensor

●

In order to detect fog on the wind-

shield, a sensor which monitors the

temperature of the windshield, the sur-

round humidity, etc., is installed.

●

Follow these points to avoid damaging

the sensor:

• Do not disassemble the sensor

• Do not spray the glass cleaner on the

sensor or subject it to strong impacts

• Do not stick anything on the sensor

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air conditioning system is attached to the

hood at the location shown in the follow-

ing illustration.

●

The meaning of each symbol on the label

are as follows:

■

Using the voice control system (if

equipped)

Air conditioning system can be operated

using voice controls. For details, refer to the

“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■

Customization

Functions that are linked to automatic mode

(when the “AUTO” switch is on) can be set

through “Vehicle customize” on the center

display. (



P.595)

Left-hand side temperature control switch
Airflow mode control switch
Option screen switch
Shortcut screen switch

Caution

Air conditioning system

Air conditioning system
lubricant type

Requires registered tech-
nician to service air condi-
tioning system

Flammable refrigerant

Option screen switch

A
B
C
D

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Select to display shortcut icons for various functions.

“Sync” switch
Right-hand side temperature control switch
“A/C” switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
Fan speed control switch
“Off” switch
“AUTO” switch

■

Adjusting the temperature

Turn temperature control dial clock-
wise to increases the temperature and
turn the dial counterclockwise to
decreases the temperature.
When the indicator on the “Sync”
switch is illuminated, the temperature
setting for the front passenger’s side
will match the setting for the driver’s
side.
When the indicator on the “Sync”
switch is off, turning the “Sync” switch
on will illuminate the “Sync” switch indi-
cator and the temperature setting for
the front passenger’s side will become
the same as that for the driver’s side.

When the front passenger’s side tempera-
ture adjustment switch is operated, the
indicator on the “Sync” switch will turn off
and the temperature setting for the front
passenger’s side will be able to be
adjusted.
When the indicator on the “A/C” switch is
off, the blower and heater can be used.

■

Setting the fan speed

To increase the fan speed, select the
“+” fan speed adjustment switch or
slide the icon of the fan speed adjust-
ment switch right. To decrease the fan

speed, select the “-” fan speed adjust-
ment switch or slide the icon of the fan
speed adjustment switch left.

Select the “Off” switch to turn the fan off.
The fan can also be stopped by touching
and holding the “-” fan speed adjustment
switch or sliding the icon of the fan speed
adjustment switch to the leftmost position
and holding it.

■

Changing the air flow mode

Select the airflow mode control switch.

The airflow mode changes each time the
switch is selected.
The air outlets and air volume changes
according to the selected air flow mode.

: Air flows to the upper body

and feet

: Air flows to the feet

: Air flows to the feet and the

windshield defogger operates

E
F

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■

Location of air outlets

■

Switching between outside air and
recirculated air modes

Temporarily changing the air mode to
recirculated air mode is recommended
to prevent dirty air from entering the
vehicle, such as when in a tunnel or
heavy traffic, and to help cool the inte-
rior when the outside air temperature
is high.
Select the outside/recirculated air
mode switch.

The air mode changes between outside air
mode and recirculated air mode each time
the switch is selected. When recirculated
air mode is selected, the indicator will illu-
minate.
The air mode may change automatically
depending on the temperature setting,
temperature inside the vehicle, etc.

■

Front seat concentrated airflow
mode (S-Flow)

This function automatically controls the
airflow of the air conditioning system to
prioritize airflow to the front seats.
Unnecessary air conditioning is sup-
pressed, contributing to increased
electricity consumption efficiency.
Front seat concentrated airflow mode
operates in the following situations.



No passengers are detected in the

rear seats



The windshield defogger is not
operating

The S-Flow switch is

(ON) on

the option screen.
In front seat concentrated airflow mode,
directing airflow to the front seats only and
to all seats can be switched via switch
operation. When the mode has been
switched manually, automatic airflow con-
trol stops operating.

Select the option screen switch.
(



P.205)

Select the “S-Flow” switch.



Indicator illuminated: Airflow to the
front seats only



Indicator off: Airflow to all the seats

■

Operation of automatic airflow control

●

In order to maintain a comfortable inte-

rior, airflow may be directed to seats

without passengers immediately after the

EV system is started and at other times

depending on the outside temperature.

●

After the EV system is started, if passen-

gers move around inside or enter/exit the

vehicle, the system cannot accurately

detect the presence of passengers and

automatic airflow control will not oper-

ate.

■

Operation of manual airflow control

Even if the function is manually switched to

directing airflow to only the front seats,

when a rear seat is occupied, it may auto-

matically direct airflow to all seats.

■

To return to automatic airflow control

With the indicator off, turn the power

switch off.

After 60 minutes or more elapse, turn

the power switch to ON.

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■

Eco air conditioning mode

The air conditioning is controlled with
low electricity consumption prioritized
such as reducing fan speed, etc.

Select the option screen switch.
(



P.205)

Select the “Eco heat/cool” switch.



In Eco drive mode, the air condition-
ing system is controlled as follows to
prioritize electricity efficiency. To
improve air conditioning perfor-
mance, turn off Eco air conditioning
mode.

• EV system output controlled to restrict

heating/cooling capacity.

• Fan speed restricted when automatic

mode is selected.



When the driving mode is set to Eco
driving mode, the Eco air condition-
ing mode will be turned on automat-
ically. Even in this case, the Eco air
conditioning mode can be turned
off by selecting the “Eco heat/cool”.



When the driving mode is set to
range mode, the air conditioning
system will turn off automatically.
Turning the air conditioning system
on manually will operate it in the set-
ting used before range mode was
selected.

■

Warming the interior quickly (Max
heat)

When “MAX heat” is turned on, in
order to warm the interior quickly, the
settings of the air conditioning system
will be changed immediately.

Touch the shortcut screen switch

on the center display.

(



P.205)

Select the “MAX heat” switch.



The temperature setting of the air
conditioning system will be set to
“Hi” and the “AUTO” switch will be
turned on.



Seat heaters will be set to Hi. (vehi-
cles with seat heaters)



Heated steering wheel will be set to
Hi.



In the following situations, the front
passenger’s side seat heater/seat
ventilator will be set to “AUTO”.

• When “Climate concierge” is on
• When the system determines that a pas-

senger is in the front passenger seat



When the indicator on the “Sync”
switch is illuminated, the tempera-
ture setting for the front passenger’s
side will also be set to “Hi”.

■

“MAX heat”

●

The “MAX heat” switch cannot be used

to turn the setting off.

●

After the “MAX heat” switch has been

operated, the temperature setting can be

adjusted using the temperature control

switches of the air conditioning system.

●

When “Climate concierge” is on, if the

“AUTO” switch is turned on, the seat
heaters

and seat ventilators of the front

seats

, and the heated steering wheel will

be operated automatically according to

the temperature setting.

●

Each function can also be adjusted to the

desired setting.

: If equipped

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■

Cooling the interior quickly (Max
cool)

When “MAX cool” is turned on, in
order to cool the interior quickly, the
settings of the air conditioning system
will be changed immediately.

Touch the shortcut screen switch

on the center display.

(



P.205)

Select the “MAX cool” switch.



The temperature setting of the air
conditioning system will be set to
“Lo” and the “AUTO” switch will be
turned on.



Seat ventilators will be set to Hi.



In the following situation, the heated
steering wheel will be set to
“AUTO”.

• When “Climate concierge” is on



In the following situations, the front
passenger’s side seat heater/seat
ventilator will be set to “AUTO”.
(vehicles with seat heaters)

• When “Climate concierge” is on
• When the system determines that a pas-

senger is in the front passenger seat



When the indicator on the “Sync”
switch is illuminated, the tempera-
ture setting for the front passenger’s
side will also be set to “Lo”.

■

“MAX cool”

●

The “MAX cool” switch cannot be used

to turn the setting off.

●

After the “MAX cool” switch has been

operated, the temperature setting can be

adjusted using the temperature control

switches of the air conditioning system.

●

When “Climate concierge” is on, if the

“AUTO” switch is turned on, the seat
heaters

and seat ventilators of the front

seats

, and the heated steering wheel will

be operated automatically according to

the temperature setting.

●

Each function can also be adjusted to the

desired setting.

: If equipped

■

Adjusting the position of and open-
ing and closing the air outlets

To adjust the position of and opening
and closing the air outlets, perform the
following operations:



Front center

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or
down

Turn the knob to open or close the vent

Open the outlet

Close the outlet

Air outlet layout and operations

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

Front side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or
down

Turn the knob to open or close the vent

Close the outlet

Open the outlet



Rear

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent

■

Operating conditions

When the power switch is ON.

Select

on the center display.

Each time the switch is selected, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
AUTO



Hi (2 segments lit)



Lo (1

segment lit)



Off

The level indicator (red) lights up
during operation. AUTO indicator
lights up during automatic operation.

Heated steering wheel

Warm up the grip of the steering
wheel.

WARNING

Care should be taken if anyone in the fol-

lowing categories comes in contact with

the steering wheel when the heater is on:

●

Babies, small children, the elderly, the

sick and the physically challenged

●

Persons with sensitive skin

●

Persons who are fatigued

●

Persons who have taken alcohol or

drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

NOTICE

Do not use the functions when the EV

system is off.

Turn the steering heater
ON/OFF

Lexus RZ450E (2023 year). Manual in english - page 6