Lexus NX450H+ (2024 year). Manual in english

Press and hold the remote control transmitter button until the HomeLink

indicator

light changes from slowly flashing orange to rapidly flashing green (rolling code) or
continuously lit green (fixed code), then release the button.

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Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming a device in the
Canadian market:
Press and release the remote control transmitter button at 2 second intervals, re-
peatedly, until the HomeLink

indicator light changes from slowly flashing (orange)

to rapidly flashing (green) (rolling code) or continuously lit (green) (fixed code).

Test the HomeLink

operation by pressing the newly programmed button and

observing the indicator light:

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HomeLink

indicator light illuminates: Programming of a fixed code device has

completed. The garage door or other device should operate when a HomeLink

button is pressed and released.

●

HomeLink

indicator light flashes rapidly: The garage door opener motor or other

device is equipped with a rolling code. To complete programming, firmly press and
hold the HomeLink

button for 2 seconds then release it.

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If the garage door or other device does not operate, proceed to

Repeat the steps above to program another device for any of the remaining
HomeLink

buttons.

Programming a rolling code system

Two or more people may be necessary to complete rolling code programming.

Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button on the
garage door opener motor in the garage.

This button can usually be found where the hang-
ing antenna wire is attached to the unit. The name
and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.
Refer to the owner's manual supplied with the
garage door opener motor for details.

Press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” but-
ton.

Perform

within 30 seconds after performing

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Press and hold the desired HomeLink

but-

ton (inside the vehicle) for 2 seconds and re-
lease it. Repeat this sequence (press/hold/
release) up to 3 times to complete program-
ming.

If the garage door opener motor operates when
the HomeLink

button is pressed, the garage

door opener motor recognizes the HomeLink

signal.

2-way communication with a garage door and its performance

When enabled, 2-way communication allows you to check the status of the open-
ing and closing of a garage door through indicators in your vehicle.
2-way communication is only available if the garage door opener motor used is a
compatible device.
To check device compatibility, refer to

www.HomeLink.com

Enable 2-way communication with a garage door

Within 5 seconds after programming the garage door opener has been com-
pleted, if the garage door opener motor is trained to HomeLink

, both garage

door operation indicators will flash rapidly green and the light on the garage
door opener motor will blink twice, indicating that 2-way communication is
enabled.

If the indicators do not flash, perform

and

within the first 10 presses of the

HomeLink

button after programming has been completed.

Press a programmed HomeLink

button to operate a garage door.

Within 1 minute of pressing the HomeLink

button, after the garage door

operation has stopped, press the “Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage door
opener motor.

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Vehicles with auto anti-glare

inside rear view mirror

▶

Vehicles with Digital Rearview

Mirror

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Within 5 seconds of the establishment of 2-way communication, both garage door
operation indicators will flash rapidly in green. Additionally, the light on the garage door
opener motor will blink twice, indicating that 2-way communication is enabled.

Operate the HomeLink

This function is only available if the garage door opener motor used is a compatible
device. To check device compatibility, refer to

www.HomeLink.com

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Vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Opening

Closing

▶

Vehicles with Digital Rearview Mirror

Opening

Closing

Press the appropriate HomeLink

button.

The HomeLink

indicator light will turn on. The status

of the opening and closing of a garage door is shown
by the indicators as follows.

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Orange (flashing): Currently opening/closing

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Green: Opening/closing has completed

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Red (flashing): Feedback signals cannot be received

INFORMATION

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The indicators can operate within approximately 820 ft. (250 m) of the garage door.
However, if there are obstructions between the garage door and the vehicle, such as
houses and trees, feedback signals from the garage door may not be received.

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To recall the previous door operation status, press and release either HomeLink

buttons

and

(vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear

view mirror),

and

(vehicles with Digital Rearview Mirror),

simultaneously.
The last recorded status will be displayed for 3 seconds.

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Reprogram the HomeLink

When the following procedure is performed, buttons which already have devices
registered to them can be overwritten:

Press and hold the desired HomeLink

button.

When the HomeLink® indicator starts flashing orange, release the Home-
Link

button.

Press and release the HomeLink

button you want to program and check that

the HomeLink

indicator light flashes orange.

It takes 20 seconds for the HomeLink

indicator to start flashing.

Erase the entire HomeLink

memory

When selling your vehicle, be sure to erase the registered codes from the Home-
Link

memory.

Press and hold the 2 outer HomeLink

buttons

for 10 seconds. Check that the HomeLink

indi-

cator light changes from continuously lit in or-
ange to rapidly flashing in green.
All codes registered to memory will be erased.

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Vehicles with auto anti-

glare inside rear view mirror

▶

Vehicles with Digital Rear-

view Mirror

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Refueling

NOTICE

For plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, fuel may remain in the tank for a long time and
undergo changes in quality depending on the how the vehicle is used. Refuel at least 20 L
(5.3 gal., 4.4 Imp.gal.) of fuel every 12 months (refuel a total of at least 20 L [5.3 gal., 4.4
Imp.gal.] over a 12-month period), as this may affect components of the fuel system or the
gasoline engine.

INFORMATION

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Running out of fuel

When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the
vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light go off.

there is only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start.

Opening the fuel tank cap

The fuel tank of your vehicle has a special structure, which requires a reduction in fuel tank
pressure before refueling. After the opener switch has been pressed, it will take several
seconds until the vehicle is ready for refueling.

Press the opener to open the fuel filler door.

The fuel filler door will open within about 10 sec-
onds of the switch being pressed. Before refueling
is possible, a message will be shown on the mul-
ti-information display in the instrument cluster to
indicate the progress of the fuel filler door opener.
The fuel filler door will open.

Turn the fuel tank cap slowly and remove it,
then put it into the holder on the fuel filler
door.

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The specified refueling volume to cause the warning light to turn off when the vehicle

is level is approximately 2.6 gal. [10.0 L, 2.2 Imp.gal.]. This value may vary when the

vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined.

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WARNING

Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it. A
whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the
sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel
may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.

Precautions for refueling

Make sure to select a compatible type of fuel and refuel safely.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle.

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After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal
surface to discharge any static electricity.
Also, do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their body to
come close to the fuel filler door.
Sparks resulting from static electricity discharge may cause fuel vapors to ignite while
refueling.

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Do not inhale vaporized fuel. Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.

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Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle. Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and
cause a fire.

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Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.

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Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.

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Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.

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Do not top off the fuel tank.

NOTICE

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Make sure that the fuel filler door lock is not push-
ed by the fuel nozzle boot, etc. If the lock is held,
the internal valve closes and fuel may overflow.
To prevent it, operate the fuel filler door opener
switch in the vehicle again.

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Finish refueling within 30 minutes. If more than 30 minutes passes, the internal valve
closes. In this condition, fuel may overflow during the refueling process. Press the fuel
filler door opener switch again.

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NOTICE

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Do not spill fuel during refueling. Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing
the emission control system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system compo-
nents or the vehicle’s painted surface.

INFORMATION

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Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To help prevent refueling with the incorrect fuel, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening
designed to only accommodate the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

Close the fuel tank cap

After refueling, turn the fuel tank cap until you
hear a click.

Once the cap is released, it will turn slightly in the
opposite direction.

WARNING

If replacing the fuel tank cap, do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap
designed for your vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire.

INFORMATION

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When "Check Fuel Cap" is displayed on the multi-information display

The fuel tank cap may be unfastened or loose. Turn the power switch off, check the cap
and tighten it securely. If the message remains, wait a few seconds and then turn the
power switch off once again.

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ehicle

Driving when the surrounding area is dark

Using the headlights

The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.

Related Links

Customizable features(P. 783)

Turning the headlights on/off

Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary with the hybrid system off. Doing
so may lead to discharge of the 12-volt battery.

Operating the

switch turns on the lights as follows:

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Type A

The side marker, parking, tail, license

plate, instrument panel lights, and daytime
running lights turn on.

The headlights and all the lights listed

above (except daytime running lights) turn
on.

The headlights, daytime running lights

and all the lights listed above turn on and off
automatically.

The daytime running lights turn off.

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Type B

The side marker, parking, tail, license

plate, instrument panel lights, and daytime
running lights turn on.

The headlights and all the lights listed

above (except daytime running lights) turn
on.

The headlights, daytime running lights

and all the lights listed above turn on and off
automatically.

INFORMATION

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AUTO mode can be used when

The power switch is in ON.

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Daytime running light system

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The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the parking lights and
illuminate brighter than the parking lights.

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To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving, the daytime
running lights turn on automatically when all of the following conditions are met. (The
daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.)

•

The hybrid system is started

•

The parking brake is released

•

The headlight switch is in the

position

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

●

For U.S.A.: The daytime running lights can be turned off by turning the headlight

switch to the

position.

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Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system offers
greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve fuel economy.

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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 windshield. Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and may cause the automatic headlight system to
malfunction.

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Automatic light off system

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When the headlights come on:
The lights turn off 30 seconds after a door is opened and closed if the power switch
is turned off. (The lights turn off immediately if

on the key is pressed after all the

doors are locked.)

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When only the tail lights come on:
The tail lights turn off automatically if the power switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened.

To turn the lights on again, turn the power switch to ON, or turn the light switch off once

and then back to

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Light reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds when the power switch is turned off or turned to ACC and the driver’s
door is opened while the lights are turned on.

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12-volt battery-saving function

In order to prevent the 12-volt battery of the vehicle from discharging, if the headlights
and/or tail lights are on when the power switch is turned off the 12-volt battery saving
function will operate and automatically turn off all the lights after approximately 20
minutes. When the power switch is turned to ON, the 12-volt battery-saving function will
be disabled.
When any of the following are performed, the 12-volt battery-saving function is canceled
once and then reactivated. All the lights will turn off automatically 20 minutes after the
12-volt battery-saving function has been reactivated:

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When the headlight switch is operated

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When a door or the back door is opened or closed

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Turning on the high beam headlights

With the headlights on, push the lever for-
ward.

The high beam headlights will turn on.
Pull the lever to its original position to turn the
high beam headlights off.

Pull the lever rearward and release it.

The high beams will flash once.
The high beam headlights can be illuminated
this way even with the headlights off.

Operation of the cornering lights

When any of the following conditions are met, while the headlights (low beam)
are on, the cornering lights will turn on and light up the direction of movement of
the vehicle. The cornering lights are designed to ensure excellent visibility when
turning at intersections or parking at night.

●

The steering wheel is being operated

●

The turn signal lever is being operated

●

The shift position is in R

INFORMATION

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Cornering light control

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When vehicle speed is approximately 22 mph (35 km/h) or higher, the cornering
lights will not turn on.

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The lights will automatically turn off if they remain illuminated for 30 minutes.

Operation of the AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)

The AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ensures excellent visibility when turn-
ing at intersections and on curves by automatically adjusting the angle of the
headlights according to vehicle speed and the angle of the tires as controlled by
steering input.
The AFS operates at speeds of 6 mph (11 km/h) or higher.

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If equipped

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Automatically changing between the low beam headlights and high
beam headlights

AHS (Adaptive High-beam System)

The Adaptive High-beam System uses a front camera located on the upper
portion of the windshield to detect the brightness of the lights of vehicles ahead,
streetlights, etc., and automatically controls the light distribution of the headlights.

WARNING

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For safe use

Do not overly rely on the Adaptive High-beam System. Always drive safely, taking care to
observe your surroundings and turning the high beams on or off manually if necessary.

■

To prevent unintentional operation of the Adaptive High-beam System

When it is necessary to disable the system:

→

P.384

System controls

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According to the vehicle speed, the brightness and illuminated area of the high
beams are adjusted.

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The high beams are illuminated so that the area around a vehicle ahead is
shaded. (Shaded high beam)
The shaded high beam helps ensure forward visibility while reducing the daz-
zling effect on the drivers of vehicles ahead.

Area illuminated by the high beams

Area illuminated by the low beams

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According to the distance to a preceding vehicle, the illuminated area of the low
beams is adjusted.

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If equipped

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Using the Adaptive High-beam System

Press the Adaptive High-beam System
switch.

Turn the headlight switch to the [AUTO] or

[

] position.

When the headlight switch lever is in the low
beam position, the AHS system will be enabled
and the AHS indicator will illuminate.

INFORMATION

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System operating conditions

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When all of the following conditions are met, the high beams will illuminate and the
system will operate:

•

The vehicle speed is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more

•

The area ahead of the vehicle is dark.

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When all of the following conditions are met, the headlights will change to the shaded
high beams according to the position of vehicles ahead:

•

The vehicle speed is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more

•

The area ahead of the vehicle is dark.

•

There is a vehicle ahead with lights on.

•

There are few streetlights or other lights on the road ahead.

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If any of the following conditions are met, the system will change to the low beams:

•

The vehicle speed is approximately 16 mph (25 km/h) or lower.

•

The area ahead of the vehicle is not dark.

•

There are many vehicles ahead.

•

There are many streetlights or other lights on the road ahead.

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Front camera detection

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In the following situations, the high beams may not be automatically changed to the
shaded high beams:

•

When a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle

•

When another vehicle crosses in front of the vehicle

•

When vehicles ahead are repeatedly detected and then hidden due to repeated
curves, road dividers or roadside trees

•

When a vehicle ahead approaches from a far lane

•

When a vehicle ahead is far away

•

When a vehicle ahead has no lights

•

When the lights of a vehicle ahead are dim

•

When a vehicle ahead is reflecting strong light, such as the headlights of your
vehicle

•

Situations in which the sensors may not operate properly:

→

P.389

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The high beams may change to the shaded high beams if a vehicle ahead that is using
fog lights without its headlights turned on is detected.

●

House lights, street lights, traffic signals, and illuminated billboards or signs and other
reflective objects may cause the high beams to change to the shaded high beams,
cause the high beams not to change to the shaded high beams, or change the area
that is not illuminated.

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The following may change the speed at which the shaded areas change or the timing
at which the headlights change to the low beams:

•

The brightness of lights of vehicles ahead

•

The movement and direction of vehicles ahead

•

The distance between the vehicle and a vehicle ahead

•

When a vehicle ahead only has lights illuminated on one side

•

When a vehicle ahead is a two-wheeled vehicle

•

The condition of the road (gradient, curve, condition of the road surface, etc.)

•

The number of passengers and amount of luggage

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The light distribution control of the headlights may not match the driver's expectations

●

Bicycles and other small vehicles may not be detected.

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In the following situations, the system may not be able to correctly detect the bright-
ness of the surroundings. This may cause the low beams to remain on or the high
beams to flash or dazzle pedestrians or vehicles ahead. In such a case, it is necessary
to manually change between the high beams and low beams.

•

When there are lights similar to headlights or tail lights in the surrounding area

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ding to the conditions

•

When headlights or tail lights of vehicles ahead are turned off, dirty, changing color,
or not aimed properly

•

When the headlights are repeatedly changing between the high beams and low
beams.

•

When use of the high beams is inappropriate or when the high beams may be
flashing or dazzling pedestrians or other drivers.

•

When the vehicle is used in an area in which vehicles travel on the opposite side
of the road of the country for which the vehicle was designed, for example using a
vehicle designed for right-hand traffic in a left-hand traffic area, or vice versa

•

When it is necessary to disable the system:

→

P.384

•

Situations in which the sensors may not operate properly:

→

P.389

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Customization

The settings of some functions can be changed.

→

P.792

Turning the high beams on/off manually

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Changing to the high beams

●

Push the lever forward.

The AHS indicator will turn off and the high
beam indicator will turn on.
Pull the lever to its original position to enable the
Adaptive High-beam System again.

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Changing to the low beams

●

Press the Adaptive High-beam System switch.

The AHS indicator will turn off.
Press the switch to enable the Adaptive High-
beam System again.

Temporarily changing to the low beams

It is recommended to switch to the low beams when use of the high beams is
inappropriate or when the high beams may cause problems or distress to other
drivers or pedestrians nearby.

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Pull the lever rearward and then return it to its
original position.

The high beams will illuminate while the lever is
pulled, however, after the lever is returned to its
original position, the low beams will remain on for
a certain amount of time. After this, the Adaptive
High-beam System will operate.

AHB (Automatic High Beam)

The Automatic High Beam uses a front camera located on the upper portion of the
windshield to detect the brightness of the lights of vehicles ahead, streetlights, etc.,
and automatically changes the head lights between the high beams and low beams.

WARNING

■

For safe use

Do not overly rely on the Automatic High Beam. Always drive safely, taking care to
observe your surroundings and turning the high beams on or off manually if necessary.

■

To prevent unintentional operation of the Automatic High Beam

When it is necessary to disable the system:

→

P.384

Using the Automatic High Beam system

Press the Automatic High Beam switch.

Turn the headlight switch to the [AUTO] or

[

] position.

When the headlight switch lever is in the low
beam position, the AHB system will be enabled
and the AHB indicator will illuminate.

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If equipped

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INFORMATION

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Automatic operating conditions of the high beams

●

When all of the following conditions are met, the high beams will illuminate automati-
cally:

•

The vehicle speed is approximately 21 mph (34 km/h) or more.

•

The area ahead of the vehicle is dark.

•

There are no vehicles ahead with lights on.

•

There are few streetlights or other lights on the road ahead.

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If any of the following conditions are met, the headlights will change to the low beams:

•

Vehicle speed drops below approximately 17 mph (27 km/h).

•

The area ahead of the vehicle is not dark.

•

There is a vehicle ahead with lights on.

•

There are many streetlights or other lights on the road ahead.

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Front camera detection

●

In the following situations, the high beams may not be automatically changed to the
low beams:

•

When a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle

•

When another vehicle crosses in front of the vehicle

•

When vehicles ahead are repeatedly detected and then hidden due to repeated
curves, road dividers or roadside trees

•

When a vehicle ahead approaches from a far lane

•

When a vehicle ahead is far away

•

When a vehicle ahead has no lights

•

When the lights of a vehicle ahead are dim

•

When a vehicle ahead is reflecting strong light, such as own headlights

•

Situations in which the sensors may not operate properly:

→

P.389

●

The headlights may change to the low beams if a vehicle ahead that is using fog lights
without its headlights turned on is detected.

●

House lights, street lights, traffic signals, and illuminated billboards or signs may cause
the high beams to change to the low beams, or the low beams to remain on.

●

The following may change the the timing at which the headlights change to the low
beams:

•

The brightness of lights of vehicles ahead

•

The movement and direction of vehicles ahead

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•

The distance between the vehicle and a vehicle ahead

•

When a vehicle ahead only has lights illuminated on one side

•

When a vehicle ahead is a two-wheeled vehicle

•

The condition of the road (gradient, curve, condition of the road surface, etc.)

•

The number of passengers and amount of luggage

●

The headlights may change between the high beams and low beams unexpectedly.

●

Bicycles and other small vehicles may not be detected.

●

•

When there are lights similar to headlights or tail lights in the surrounding area

•

When headlights or tail lights of vehicles ahead are turned off, dirty, changing color,
or not aimed properly

•

When the headlights are repeatedly changing between the high beams and low
beams.

•

When use of the high beams is inappropriate or when the high beams may be
flashing or dazzling pedestrians or other drivers.

•

When it is necessary to disable the system:

→

P.384

•

Situations in which the sensors may not operate properly:

→

P.389

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Temporarily reducing front camera sensitivity

The sensitivity of the front camera can be temporarily reduced.

1. Turn the power switch off with the following conditions met.

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The headlight switch is in the [

] or [AUTO] position.

●

The headlight switch lever is in the low beam position.

●

The Automatic High Beam switch is on.

2. Turn the power switch to ON.
3. Within 60 seconds after performing step 2, push the headlight switch lever to the

high beam position then pull it to the original position quickly 10 times, then leave the
lever in its original position.

4. If the sensitivity is changed, the Automatic High Beam indicator will blink 3 times.

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Turning the high beams on/off manually

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Changing to the high beams

●

Push the lever forward.

The Automatic High Beam indicator will turn off
and the high beam indicator will turn on.
Pull the lever to its original position to enable the
Automatic High Beam system again.

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Changing to the low beams

●

Press the Automatic High Beam switch.

The Automatic High Beam indicator will turn off.
Press the switch to enable the Automatic High
Beam system again.

Temporarily changing to the low beams

It is recommended to switch to the low beams when use of the high beams is
inappropriate or when the high beams may cause problems or distress to other
drivers or pedestrians nearby.

●

Pull the lever rearward and then return it to its
original position.

The high beams will illuminate while the lever
is pulled, however, after the lever is returned to
its original position, the low beams will remain
on for a certain amount of time. After this, the
Automatic High Beam system will operate.

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Driving when the surrounding area is bright

Using the sun visors

To set the visor in the forward position, flip it
down.

To set the visor in the side position, flip
down, unhook, and swing it to the side.

To use the side extender, place the visor in
the side position, then slide it backward.

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ding to the conditions

Digital Rearview Mirror anti-glare function (optical mirror mode)

The automatic anti-glare function in the optical mirror mode can be enabled/disa-
bled.
The automatic anti-glare function is enabled each time the power switch is
changed to ON.

Press the menu button.

The setting display will be displayed.

Press the menu button repeatedly and select

The setting display will be displayed.

Press [

] or [

] to enable (ON)/disable (OFF) the automatic

anti-glare function.

The icons will disappear if a button is not operated for approximately 5 seconds or
more.

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Driving in the rain

Precautions for driving in the rain

Observe the following precautions when driving in the rain.

●

Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows
may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.

●

Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be especially
slippery.

●

Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, as there
is a risk of a layer of water forming between the tires and the road surface,
preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.

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Ensuring visibility in the rain

Operate the wiper lever to change the operation of wipers between manual and
automatic operation or to operate the washers.

Using the front wipers

WARNING

Take care that your fingers, etc. do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly in AUTO mode if the sensor is touched
or the windshield is subject to vibration.

NOTICE

Observe the following precautions when using the front wipers.

●

Do not leave the front wipers on longer than necessary with the hybrid system off.
Doing so may lead to discharge of the 12-volt battery.

●

Do not use the front wipers when the windshield is dry, as they may damage the
windshield.

Operating the

lever operates the wipers or washer as follows.

▶

Type A

Off

Rain-sensing operation

The wipers operate automatically if the sensor
detects rain. The system automatically adjusts
the speed of the wipers in accordance with rain
volume and vehicle speed.

Low speed operation

High speed operation

Temporary operation

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▶

Type B

Off

Rain-sensing operation

The wipers operate automatically if the sensor
detects rain. The system automatically adjusts
the speed of the wipers in accordance with rain
volume and vehicle speed.

Low speed operation

High speed operation

Temporary operation

INFORMATION

■

The front window wiper and washer can be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

■

Using the voice control system

The front wipers can be operated one sweep using the voice control system.
For details, refer to the"MULTIMEDIA OWNER'S MANUAL".

Changing the speed of the wipers

When

is selected, the wipers will operate automatically when the sensor

detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance
with rain volume and vehicle speed.

▶

Type A

Increases the sensitivity

Decreases the sensitivity

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▶

Type B

Increases the sensitivity

Decreases the sensitivity

INFORMATION

■

Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation

Vehicle speed affects the intermittent wiper speed.

■

Raindrop sensor

●

The raindrop sensor determines the amount of raindrops that contact the windshield.
As an optical sensor is used, it may not operate properly when sunlight from the rising
or setting of the sun intermittently strikes the windshield, or if bugs, etc. are present on
the windshield.

●

If the temperature of the raindrop sensor 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.

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.

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ding to the conditions

NOTICE

Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

Pull the lever.

The front wipers and washers will operate.
The front wipers will automatically operate a cou-
ple 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.

NOTICE

If washer fluid does not spray, do not operate the switch continuously as doing so may
damage the washer fluid pump.

INFORMATION

■

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 operate
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

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 rear wipers

NOTICE

Observe the following precautions when using the rear wipers.

* :

If equipped

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NOTICE

●

Do not leave the rear wiper on longer than necessary with the hybrid system off. Doing
so may lead to discharge of the 12-volt battery.

●

When the rear window is dry, do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.

INFORMATION

■

The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

■

Using the voice control system

The rear wiper can be operated one sweep using the voice control system.
For details, refer to the"MULTIMEDIA OWNER'S MANUAL".

Operating the

switch operates the rear wiper as follows:

▶

Type A

Off

Intermittent operation

Normal operation

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If equipped

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ding to the conditions

▶

Type B

Off

Intermittent operation

Normal operation

Using the rear washer

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.

Push the lever.

The rear wiper and washer will operate.
The washer will automatically operate and clean
the camera for Lexus parking assist monitor.
The rear wiper will automatically operate a cou-
ple of times after the rear washer operates.

NOTICE

If washer fluid does not spray, do not operate the switch continuously as doing so may
damage the rear washer fluid pump.

INFORMATION

■

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.

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