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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

out 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 low beams, 

or the low beams to remain on.

The following factors may affect the 

amount of time taken for the high beams 

to turn on or off:

• The brightness of the headlights, fog 

lights, and tail lights of vehicles ahead

• The movement and direction of vehicles 

ahead

• When a vehicle ahead only has opera-

tional lights 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 in the vehicle

The high beams may turn on or off unex-

pectedly.

Bicycles or similar vehicles may not be 

detected.

In the following situations the system may 

not be able to correctly detect the sur-

rounding brightness level. 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 neces-

sary to manually switch between the high 

and low beams.

• When driving in inclement weather 

(heavy rain, snow, fog, sandstorms, etc.)

• When the windshield is obscured by fog, 

mist, ice, dirt, etc.

• When the windshield is cracked or dam-

aged

• When the front camera is deformed or 

dirty

• When the temperature of the front cam-

era is extremely high

• When the surrounding brightness level is 

equal to that of headlights, tail lights or 

fog lights

• When headlights or tail lights of vehicles 

ahead are turned off, dirty, changing 

color, or not aimed properly

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, 

dust, etc. from a preceding vehicle

• When driving through an area of inter-

mittently changing brightness and dark-

ness

• When frequently and repeatedly driving 

ascending/descending roads, or roads 

with rough, bumpy or uneven surfaces 

(such as stone-paved roads, gravel 

roads, etc.)

• When frequently and repeatedly taking 

curves or driving on a winding road

• When there is a highly reflective object 

ahead of the vehicle, such as a sign or 

mirror

• When the back of a preceding vehicle is 

highly reflective, such as a container on a 

truck

• When the vehicle’s headlights are dam-

aged or dirty, or are not aimed properly

• When the vehicle is listing or tilting due to 

a flat tire, a trailer being towed, etc.

• When the headlights are changed 

between the high beams and low beams 

repeatedly in an abnormal manner

• When the driver believes that the high 

beams may be flashing or dazzling 

pedestrians or other drivers

Temporarily lowering sensor sensitivity

The sensitivity of the sensor can be tempo-

rarily lowered.

1

Turn the power switch off while the fol-

lowing conditions are met.

The headlight switch is in 

 or 

 

position.

The headlight switch lever is in the origi-

nal position.

Automatic High Beam switch is on.

2

Turn the power switch to ON.

3

Within 60 seconds after step 

2

, repeat 

pushing the headlight switch lever to 

the high beam position then pulling it to 

the original position quickly 10 times, 

then leave the lever in the original posi-

tion.

4

If the sensitivity is changed, the Auto-

matic High Beam indicator is turn on 

and off 3 times.

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4

Driving

Switching to the high beams

Push the lever away from you.

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

Switching to the low beams

Press the Automatic High Beam 
switch.

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

Temporarily switching to the low 
beams

Pull the lever toward you and then 

return it to its original position.

The high beams are on while the lever is 
pulled toward you, however, after the lever 
is returned to its original position, the low 
beams remain on for a certain amount of 
time. Afterwards, the Automatic High 
Beam will be activated again.

Temporarily switching to the low beams

It is recommended to switch to the low 

beams when the high beam may cause 

problems or distress to other drivers or 

pedestrians nearby.

Turning the high beams on/off 
manually

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*

: If equipped

1

*1

 or 

*2

 Turns the fog 

lights off

2

 Turns the fog lights on

*1

: For the U.S.A.

*2

: For Canada

Fog lights can be used when

The headlights are on in low beam.

Fog light switch

*

When in difficult driving conditions, 
such as in rain and fog, turn on the 
fog lights to secure front visibility.

Turning on the fog light

NOTICE

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than 

necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

4

Driving

Operating the 

 lever operates 

the wipers or washer as follows:

Intermittent windshield wipers with 
interval adjuster

1

*1

 or 

*2

 Off

2

*1

 or 

*2

 Intermittent 

operation

3

*1

 or 

*2

 Low speed oper-

ation

4

*1

 or 

*2

 High speed oper-

ation

5

*1

 or 

*2

 Temporary oper-

ation

*1

: For the U.S.A.

*2

: For Canada

Wiper intervals can be adjusted when 
intermittent operation is selected.

6

Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency

7

Decreases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency

8

 Washer/wiper dual opera-

tion

Pulling the lever operates the wipers and 
washer.
The wipers will automatically operate a 
couple of times after the washer squirts.

Windshield wipers and 
washer

Operating the lever can change 
wiper operation to automatic/man-
ual or squirt washer fluid.

NOTICE

When the windshield is dry

Do not use the wipers, as they may dam-

age the windshield.

Operating the wiper lever

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Vehicles with headlight cleaners:
When the power switch is in ON and the 
headlights are on, if the lever is pulled, the 
headlight cleaners will operate once. After 
this, the headlight cleaners will operate 
every 5th time the lever is pulled.

Rain-sensing windshield wipers

When AUTO 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 vehi-
cle speed.

1

*1

 or 

*2

 Off

2

 Rain-sensing operation

3

*1

 or 

*2

 Low speed oper-

ation

4

*1

 or 

*2

 High speed oper-

ation

5

*1

 or 

*2

 Temporary oper-

ation

*1

: For the U.S.A.

*2

: For  Canada

When AUTO is selected, the sensor 
sensitivity can be adjusted by turning 
the switch ring.

6

Increases the sensitivity

7

Decreases the sensitivity

8

 Washer/wiper dual opera-

tion

Pulling the lever operates the wipers and 
washer.
The wipers will automatically operate a 
couple of times after the washer squirts. 
(After operating several times, the wipers 
operate once more time after a short delay 
to prevent dripping. However, the dripping 
prevention does not operate while the 
vehicle is moving.)
Vehicles with headlight cleaners: When 
the power switch is in ON and the head-
lights are on, if the lever is pulled, the head-
light cleaners will operate once. After this, 
the headlight cleaners will operate every 

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4

Driving

5th time the lever is pulled.

The windshield wipers and washer can 

be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

Effects of vehicle speed on wiper opera-

tion (vehicles with rain-sensing wind-

shield wipers)

Vehicle speed affects the Intermittent wiper 

interval.

Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-

sensing windshield wipers)

The raindrop sensor judges the amount 

of raindrops.

An optical sensor is adopted. 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 wiper switch is turned to the AUTO 

position while the power switch is in ON, 

the wipers will operate once to show that 

AUTO mode is activated.

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.

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not 

blocked, if there is washer fluid in the 

washer fluid tank.

When the windshield wipers are not 
being used, they retract to below the 
hood. To enable the windshield wipers 
to be lifted when parking in cold condi-
tions or when replacing a windshield 
wiper insert, change the rest position of 

WARNING

Caution regarding the use of wind-

shield wipers in AUTO mode (vehi-

cles with rain-sensing windshield 

wipers)

The windshield wipers may operate 

unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or 

the windshield is subject to vibration in 

AUTO mode. Take care that your fin-

gers, etc. do not become caught in the 

windshield wipers.

Caution regarding the use of washer 

fluid

When it is cold, do not use the washer 

fluid until the windshield becomes warm. 

The fluid may freeze on the windshield 

and cause low visibility. This may lead to 

an accident, resulting in death or serious 

injury.

NOTICE

When the washer fluid tank is empty

Do not operate the switch continually as 

the washer fluid pump may overheat.

When a nozzle becomes blocked

In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.

Do not try to clear it with a pin or other 

object. The nozzle will be damaged.

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the wipers on longer than 

necessary when the hybrid system is off.

Changing the windshield wiper 
rest position/Lifting the wind-
shield wipers

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the windshield wipers to the service 
position using the wiper lever.

Raising the wipers to the service 
position

Within approximately 45 seconds of 
turning the power switch off, move the 
wiper lever to the 

 (U.S.A.) or 

 

(Canada) position and hold it for 
approximately 2 seconds or more.

The wipers will move to the service posi-
tion.

Lifting the windshield wipers

While holding the hook portion 

 of 

the wiper arm, lift the windshield wiper 
from the windshield.

Lowering the windshield wipers to the 

retracted position

With the windshield wipers placed on the 

windshield, turn the power switch to ON 

and then move the wiper lever to an operat-

ing position. When the wiper switch is 

turned off, the windshield wipers will stop at 

the retracted position. Even if the wipers 

deviate while the power switch is OFF, the 

wipers will return to the normal position.

A

NOTICE

When lifting the windshield wipers

Do not lift the windshield wipers when 

they are in the retracted position 

below the hood. Otherwise, they may 

contact the hood, possibly resulting in 

damage to a windshield wiper and/or 

the hood.

Do not lift a windshield wiper by the 

wiper blade. Otherwise, the wiper 

blade may be deformed.

Do not operate the wiper lever when 

the windshield wipers are lifted. Oth-

erwise, the windshield wipers may 

contact the hood, possibly resulting in 

damage to the windshield wipers 

and/or hood.

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

4

Driving

Operating the 

 switch operates 

the rear wiper as follows:

1

*1

 or 

*2

 Off

2

*1

 or 

*2

 Intermittent 

operation

3

*1

 or 

*2

 Normal operation

*1

: For the U.S.A.

*2

: For Canada

4

 Washer/wiper dual opera-

tion

Pushing the lever operates the wiper and 
washer.
The wiper will automatically operate a cou-
ple of times after the washer squirts.

The rear window wiper and washer can 

be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not 

blocked, if there is washer fluid in the 

washer fluid tank.

Reverse-linked rear window wiper 

function

When the shift lever is shifted to R when the 

front wipers are operating, the rear window 

wiper will operate once.

Back door opening linked rear window 

wiper stop function

When the rear window wiper is operating, if 

the back door is opened while the vehicle is 

stopped, operation of the rear window 

wiper will be stopped to prevent anyone 

near the vehicle from being sprayed by 

water from the wiper. When the back door 
is closed, wiper operation will resume.

*

*

: The setting must be customized at your 

Lexus dealer.

Customization

Setting of the reverse-linked function can 

be changed. (Customizable fea-

tures:

P.432

Rear window wiper and 
washer

The rear window wiper and washer 
can be used by operating the lever.

NOTICE

When the rear window is dry

Do not use the wiper, as it may damage 

the rear window.

Operating the wiper lever

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NOTICE

When the washer fluid tank is empty

Do not operate the switch continually as 

the washer fluid pump may overheat.

When a nozzle becomes blocked

In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.

Do not try to clear it with a pin or other 

object. The nozzle will be damaged.

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the wiper on longer than 

necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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4-4. Refueling

4

Driving

4-4.Refueling

Turn the power switch off and 
ensure that all the doors and win-
dows are closed.

Confirm the type of fuel.

Fuel types

P.415

Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehi-

cle has a fuel tank opening that only accom-

modates the special nozzle on unleaded 

fuel pumps.

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.

Before refueling the vehicle

WARNING

When refueling the vehicle

Observe the following precautions while 

refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so 

may result in death or serious injury.

After exiting the vehicle and before 

opening the fuel door, touch an 

unpainted metal surface to discharge 

any static electricity. It is important to 

discharge static electricity before refu-

eling because sparks resulting from 

static electricity can cause fuel vapors 

to ignite while refueling.

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 of the filler neck and cause injury.

Do not allow anyone that has not dis-

charged static electricity from their 

body to come close to an open fuel 

tank.

Do not inhale vaporized fuel.

Fuel contains substances that are 

harmful if inhaled.

Do not smoke while refueling the vehi-

cle.

Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite 

and cause a fire.

Do not return to the vehicle or touch 

any person or object that is statically 

charged. This may cause static elec-

tricity to build up, resulting in a possi-

ble ignition hazard.

When refueling

Observe the following precautions to 

prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel 

tank:

Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the 

fuel filler neck.

Stop filling the tank after the fuel noz-

zle automatically clicks off.

Do not top off the fuel tank.

NOTICE

Refueling

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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4-4. Refueling

1

Press the opener switch.

The fuel filler door will open within about 

10 seconds of the switch being pressed. 

Before refueling is possible, a message will 

be shown on the multi-information display 

in the instrument cluster to indicate the 

progress of the fuel filler door opener.

2

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

When the fuel filler door cannot be 

opened

P.395

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.

NOTICE

Make sure that the fuel filler door lock 

is not pushed by the fuel nozzle boot, 

etc. If the lock is held, the internal valve 

closes and fuel may overflow. To pre-

vent it, press the fuel filler door opener 

switch again.

Do not spill fuel during refueling.

Doing so may damage the vehicle, 

such as causing the emission control 

system to operate abnormally, damag-

ing fuel system components or the 

vehicle’s painted surface.

Opening the fuel tank cap

Closing the fuel tank cap

WARNING

When 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 or other inci-

dent which may result in death or serious 

injury.

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

4

Driving

4-5.Using the driving support systems

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

P.199

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

P.209

AHB (Automatic High Beam)

P.183

RSA (Road Sign Assist)

*

P.218

Dynamic radar cruise control with 
full-speed range

P.221

*

: If equipped

Two types of sensors, located behind 
the front grille and windshield, detect 
information necessary to operate the 
drive assist systems.

Radar sensor

Front camera

Lexus Safety System + 2.5

The Lexus Safety System + 2.5 con-
sists of the following drive assist sys-
tems and contributes to a safe and 
comfortable driving experience:

Driving assist system

WARNING

Lexus Safety System + 2.5

The Lexus Safety System + 2.5 is 

designed to operate under the assump-

tion that the driver will drive safely, and is 

designed to help reduce the impact to 

the occupants and the vehicle in the case 

of a collision or assist the driver in normal 

driving conditions.
As there is a limit to the degree of recog-

nition accuracy and control performance 

that this system can provide, do not 

overly rely on this system. The driver is 

always responsible for paying attention 

to the vehicle’s surroundings and driving 

safely.

Sensors

WARNING

To avoid malfunction of the radar sen-

sor

Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the radar sensor may not 

operate properly, possibly leading to an 

accident resulting in death or serious 

injury.

A

B

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WARNING

Keep the radar sensor and the radar 

sensor cover clean at all times.

Radar sensor

Radar sensor cover

If the front of the radar sensor or the front 
or back of the radar sensor cover is dirty 
or covered with water droplets, snow, 
etc., clean it. 
Clean the radar sensor and radar sensor 
cover with a soft cloth to avoid damaging 
them.

Do not attach accessories, stickers 

(including transparent stickers) or 

other items to the radar sensor, radar 

sensor cover or surrounding area.

Do not subject the radar sensor or its 

surrounding area to a strong impact. 

If the radar sensor, front grille, or front 

bumper has been subjected to a 

strong impact, have the vehicle 

inspected by your Lexus dealer.

Do not disassemble the radar sensor.

Do not modify or paint the radar sen-

sor or radar sensor cover.

In the following cases, the radar sensor 

must be recalibrated. Contact your 

Lexus dealer for details.

• When the radar sensor or front grille 

are removed and installed, or replaced

• When the front bumper is replaced

A

B

To avoid malfunction of the front 

camera

Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the front camera may not 

operate properly, possibly leading to an 

accident resulting in death or serious 

injury.

Keep the windshield clean at all times.

• If the windshield is dirty or covered 

with an oily film, water droplets, snow, 

etc., clean the windshield.

• If a glass coating agent is applied to the 

windshield, it will still be necessary to 

use the windshield wipers to remove 

water droplets, etc. from the area of 

the windshield in front of the front 

camera.

• If the inner side of the windshield 

where the front camera is installed is 

dirty, contact your Lexus dealer.

Do not attach objects, such as stickers, 

transparent stickers, etc., to the outer 

side of the windshield in front of the 

front camera (shaded area in the illus-

tration).

From the top of the windshield to 
approximately 0.4 in. (1 cm) below 
the bottom of the front camera

Approximately 7.9 in. (20 cm) 
(Approximately 4.0 in. [10 cm] to the 
right and left from the center of the 
front camera)

A

B

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4

Driving

WARNING

If the part of the windshield in front of 

the front camera is fogged up or cov-

ered with condensation or ice, use the 

windshield defogger to remove the 

fog, condensation or ice. (

P.276)

If water droplets cannot be properly 

removed from the area of the wind-

shield in front of the front camera by 

the windshield wipers, replace the 

wiper insert or wiper blade.

Do not attach window tint to the wind-

shield.

Replace the windshield if it is damaged 

or cracked.

After replacing the windshield, the 

front camera must be recalibrated. 

Contact your Lexus dealer for details.

Do not allow liquids to contact the 

front camera.

Do not allow bright lights to shine into 

the front camera.

Do not dirty or damage the front cam-

era. 

When cleaning the inside of the wind-

shield, do not allow glass cleaner to 

contact the lens of the front camera. 

Also, do not touch the lens. 

If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact 

your Lexus dealer.

Do not subject the front camera to a 

strong impact.

Do not change the installation position 

or direction of the front camera or 

remove it.

Do not disassemble the front camera.

Do not modify any components of the 

vehicle around the front camera 

(inside rear view mirror, etc.) or ceil-

ing.

Do not attach any accessories to the 

hood, front grille or front bumper that 

may obstruct the front camera. Con-

tact your Lexus dealer for details.

If a surfboard or other long object is to 

be mounted on the roof, make sure 

that it will not obstruct the front cam-

era.

Do not modify the headlights or other 

lights.

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If a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display

A system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a malfunction in the system.

In the following situations, perform the actions specified in the table. When the normal 

operating conditions are detected, the message will disappear and the system will 

become operational.

If the message does not disappear, contact your Lexus dealer.

In the following situations, if the situation has changed (or the vehicle has been driven for 

some time) and the normal operating conditions are detected, the message will disap-

pear and the system will become operational.

If the message does not disappear, contact your Lexus dealer.

• When the temperature around the radar sensor is outside of the operational range, such 

as when the vehicle is in the sun or in an extremely cold environment

• When the front camera cannot detect objects in front of the vehicle, such as when driving 

in the dark, snow, or fog, or when bright lights are shining into the front camera

• Depending on the conditions in the vicinity of the vehicle, the radar may judge the sur-

rounding environment can not be properly recognized. In that case, “Pre-Collision Sys-

tem Unavailable See Owner’s Manual” is displayed.

Situation

Actions

When the area around a camera is covered 
with dirt, moisture (fogged up, covered with 
condensation, ice, etc.), or other foreign 
matter

Using the wiper and A/C function, remove 
the dirt and other attached matter. 
(

P.276)

When the temperature around the front 
camera is outside of the operational range, 
such as when the vehicle is in the sun or in an 
extremely cold environment

If the front camera is hot, such as after the 
vehicle had been parked in the sun, use the 
air conditioning system to decrease the tem-
perature around the front camera.
If a sunshade was used when the vehicle was 
parked, depending on its type, the sunlight 
reflected from the surface of the sunshade 
may cause the temperature of the front cam-
era to become excessively high.

If the front camera is cold, such after the 
vehicle is parked in an extremely cold envi-
ronment, use the air conditioning system to 
increase the temperature around the front 
camera.

The area in front of the front camera is 
obstructed, such as when the hood is open 
or a sticker is attached to the part of the 
windshield in front of the front camera.

Close the hood, remove the sticker, etc. to 
clear the obstruction.

When “Pre-Collision System Radar In Self 
Calibration Unavailable See Owner’s Man-
ual” is displayed.

Check whether there is attached materials 
on the radar sensor and radar sensor cover, 
and if there is, remove it.

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The system can detect the following 
(The detectable objects differs 
depending on the function.):

Vehicles

Bicyclists

Pedestrians

Pre-collision warning

When the system determines that the 
possibility of a frontal collision is high, a 
buzzer will sound and a warning mes-

sage will be displayed on the multi-
information display to urge the driver 
to take evasive action.

Pre-collision brake assist

When the system determines that the 
possibility of a frontal collision is high, 
the system applies greater braking 
force in relation to how strongly the 
brake pedal is depressed.

Pre-collision braking

If the system determines that the possi-
bility of a frontal collision is extremely 
high, the brakes are automatically 
applied to help avoid the collision or 
reduce the impact of the collision.

Emergency steering assist

If the system determines that the possi-
bility of a frontal collision is high and 
that there is sufficient space for the 
vehicle to be steered into within its 
lane, and the driver has begun evasive 
maneuver or steering, emergency 
steering assist will assist the steering 
movements to help enhance the vehi-
cle stability and for lane departure pre-
vention. During operation, the 
indicator will illuminate in green.

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

The pre-collision system uses a 
radar sensor and front camera to 
detect objects (

P.199) in front of 

the vehicle. When the system 
determines that the possibility of a 
frontal collision with an object is 
high, a warning operates to urge 
the driver to take evasive action 
and the potential brake pressure is 
increased to help the driver avoid 
the collision. If the system deter-
mines that the possibility of a frontal 
collision with an object is extremely 
high, the brakes are automatically 
applied to help avoid the collision or 
help reduce the impact of the colli-
sion.

The pre-collision system can be dis-
abled/enabled and the warning tim-
ing can be changed. (

P.202)

Detectable objects

System functions

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Intersection right/left turn assis-
tance

If the system determines that there is a 
high possibility of a collision in the fol-
lowing situations, it will assist with Pre-
collision warning and, if necessary Pre-
collision braking.
Depending on the configuration of the 
intersection, it may not be possible to 
support.

When you turn right/left at an inter-
section and cross the path of an 
oncoming vehicle

When you turn right/left, pedestrian 
is detected in the forward direction 
and estimated to enter your vehi-
cle’s path (bicyclists are not 
detected.)

Suspension control (if equipped)

When the system determines that the 
possibility of a frontal collision is high, 
the Adaptive Variable Suspension Sys-
tem (

P.261) will control the damping 

force of the shock absorbers to help 
maintain an appropriate vehicle pos-
ture.

WARNING

Limitations of the pre-collision sys-

tem

The driver is solely responsible for safe 

driving. Always drive safely, taking 

care to observe your surroundings.

Do not use the pre-collision system 

instead of normal braking operations 

under any circumstances. This system 

will not prevent collisions or lessen col-

lision damage or injury in every situa-

tion. Do not overly rely on this system. 

Failure to do so may lead to an acci-

dent, resulting in death or serious 

injury.

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WARNING

Although this system is designed to 

help avoid a collision or help reduce 

the impact of the collision, its effective-

ness may change according to various 

conditions, therefore the system may 

not always be able to achieve the same 

level of performance. Read the follow-

ing conditions carefully. Do not overly 

rely on this system and always drive 

carefully.

• Conditions under which the system 

may operate even if there is no possi-

bility of a collision: 

P.205

• Conditions under which the system 

may not operate properly: 

P.207

Do not attempt to test the operation of 

the pre-collision system yourself.

Depending on the objects used for 

testing (dummies, cardboard objects 

imitating detectable objects, etc.), the 

system may not operate properly, pos-

sibly leading to an accident.

Pre-collision braking

When the pre-collision braking func-

tion is operating, a large amount of 

braking force will be applied.

If the vehicle is stopped by the opera-

tion of the pre-collision braking func-

tion, the pre-collision braking function 

operation will be canceled after 

approximately 2 seconds. Depress the 

brake pedal as necessary.

The pre-collision braking function may 

not operate if certain operations are 

performed by the driver. If the acceler-

ator pedal is being depressed strongly 

or the steering wheel is being turned, 

the system may determine that the 

driver is taking evasive action and pos-

sibly prevent the pre-collision braking 

function from operating.

In some situations, while the pre-colli-

sion braking function is operating, 

operation of the function may be can-

celed if the accelerator pedal is 

depressed strongly or the steering 

wheel is turned and the system deter-

mines that the driver is taking evasive 

action.

If the brake pedal is being depressed, 

the system may determine that the 

driver is taking evasive action and pos-

sibly delay the operation timing of the 

pre-collision braking function.

Emergency steering assist

As emergency steering assist opera-

tion will be canceled when the system 

determines that lane departure pre-

vention function has been completed.

Emergency steering assist may not 

operate or may be cancel in the fol-

lowing cases as the system may deter-

mine the driver is taking actions.

• If the accelerator pedal is being 

depressed strongly, the steering wheel 

is being operated sharply, the brake 

pedal is being depressed or the turn 

signal lever is being operated. In this 

case, the system may determine that 

the driver is taking evasive action and 

the emergency steering assist may not 

operate.

• In some situations, while the emer-

gency steering assist is operating, 

operation of the function may be can-

celed if the accelerator pedal is 

depressed strongly, the steering wheel 

is operated sharply or the brake pedal 

is being depressed and the system 

determines that the driver is taking 

evasive action.

• When the emergency steering assist is 

operating, if the steering wheel is held 

firmly or is operated in the opposite 

direction to that which the system is 

generating torque, the function may 

be canceled.

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Enabling/disabling the pre-colli-
sion system

The pre-collision system can be 
enabled/disabled on 

 (

P.89) of 

the multi-information display.

The system is automatically enabled each 
time the power switch is turned to ON.

If the system is disabled, the PCS warn-
ing light will turn on and a message will 
be displayed on the multi-information 
display.

Changing the pre-collision warn-
ing timing

The pre-collision warning timing can 
be changed on 

 (

P.89) of the 

multi-information display.

The warning timing setting is retained 
when the power switch is turned off. How-
ever, if the pre-collision system is disabled 
and re-enabled, the operation timing will 
return to the default setting (middle).

If the pre-collision warning timing is 

WARNING

When to disable the pre-collision sys-

tem

In the following situations, disable the 

system, as it may not operate properly, 

possibly leading to an accident resulting 

in death or serious injury:

When the vehicle is being towed

When your vehicle is towing another 

vehicle

When transporting the vehicle via 

truck, boat, train or similar means of 

transportation

When the vehicle is raised on a lift with 

the hybrid system on and the tires are 

allowed to rotate freely

When inspecting the vehicle using a 

drum tester such as a chassis dyna-

mometer or speedometer tester, or 

when using an on vehicle wheel bal-

ancer

When a strong impact is applied to the 

front bumper or front grille, due to an 

accident or other reasons

If the vehicle cannot be driven in a sta-

ble manner, such as when the vehicle 

has been in an accident or is malfunc-

tioning

When the vehicle is driven in a sporty 

manner or off-road

When the tires are not properly 

inflated

When the tires are very worn

When tires of a size other than speci-

fied are installed

When tire chains are installed

When a compact spare tire or an 

emergency tire puncture repair kit is 

used

If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that 

may obstruct the radar sensor or front 

camera is temporarily installed to the 

vehicle

Changing settings of the pre-
collision system

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changed, emergency steering assist 
timing will also be changed accord-
ingly.
If late is selected, emergency steering 
assist would not operate in case of an 
emergency.

1

Early

2

Middle

This is the default setting.

3

Late

Operational conditions for each pre-collision function

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the possibility of a fron-

tal collision with a detected object is high.
The system may not operate in the following situations:
• If a 12-volt battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the vehicle 

has not been driven for a certain amount of time

• If the shift lever is in R
• When the VSC OFF indicator is illuminated (only the pre-collision warning function will 

be operational)

The operation speeds and operation cancellation for each function is listed below.

Pre-collision warning

While the pre-collision warning function is operating, if the steering wheel is operated heav-

ily or suddenly, the pre-collision warning may be cancelled.

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between your 

vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped vehi-

cles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to 

180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to 

180 km/h)

Oncoming vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to 

180 km/h)

Approx. 13 to 110 mph (20 to 

180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestrians

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 to 

80 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 to 

80 km/h)

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Pre-collision brake assist

Pre-collision braking

If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is operating, it will be 

canceled:
• The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
• The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

Emergency steering assist

When the turn signal lights are flashing, emergency steering assist will not operate in case of 

an emergency.

If any of the following occur while the emergency steering assist function is operating, it will 

be canceled:
• The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
• The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.
• The brake pedal is depressed.

Intersection right/left turn assistance (pre-collision warning)

When the turn signal lights are not flashing, support for turning left or right at an intersection 

which targets oncoming vehicles does not work.

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between your 

vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped vehi-

cles

Approx. 20 to 110 mph (30 

to 180 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 110 mph (30 

to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestrians

Approx. 20 to 50 mph (30 

to 80 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 50 mph (30 

to 80 km/h)

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between your 

vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped vehi-

cles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to 

180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to 

180 km/h)

Oncoming vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to 

180 km/h)

Approx. 13 to 110 mph (20 to 

180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestrians

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 to 

80 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 to 

80 km/h)

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between your 

vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped vehi-

cles, bicyclists and pedestri-

ans

Approx. 25 to 50 mph (40 

to 80 km/h)

Approx. 25 to 50 mph (40 

to 80 km/h)

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Intersection right/left turn assistance (pre-collision braking)

When the turn signal lights are not flashing, support for turning left or right at an intersection 

which targets oncoming vehicles does not work.

Object detection function

The system detects objects based on their 

size, profile, motion, etc. However, an 

object may not be detected depending on 

the surrounding brightness and the motion, 

posture, and angle of the detected object, 

preventing the system from operating 

properly. (

P.207) The illustration shows 

an image of detectable objects.

Conditions under which the system may 

operate even if there is no possibility of a 

collision

In some situations such as the following, 

the system may determine that there is a 

possibility of a frontal collision and oper-

ate.

• When passing a detectable object, etc.

• When changing lanes while overtaking a 

detectable object, etc.

• When approaching a detectable object 

in an adjacent lane or on the roadside, 

such as when changing the course of 

travel or driving on a winding road

• When rapidly closing on a detectable 

object, etc.

• When approaching objects on the road-

side, such as detectable objects, guard-

rails, utility poles, trees, or walls

• When  there  is  a  detectable object or 

other object by the roadside at the 

entrance of a curve

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Oncoming vehicle 

speed

Relative speed 

between your vehi-

cle and object

Oncoming vehicles

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 35 

mph (30 to 55 km/h)

Approx. 25 to 50 

mph (40 to 80 

km/h)

Pedestrians

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Oncoming vehicle 

speed

Relative speed 

between your vehi-

cle and object

Oncoming vehicles

Approx. 10 to 15 mph 

(15 to 25 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 28 

mph (30 to 45 km/h)

Approx. 28 to 43 

mph (45 to 70 km/h)

Pedestrians

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

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• When there are patterns or paint in front 

of your vehicle that may be mistaken for a 

detectable object

• When the front of your vehicle is hit by 

water, snow, dust, etc.

• When overtaking a detectable object 

that is changing lanes or making a 

right/left turn

• When passing a detectable object in an 

oncoming lane that is stopped to make a 

right/left turn

• When a detectable object approaches 

very close and then stops before entering 

the path of your vehicle

• If the front of your vehicle is raised or low-

ered, such as when on an uneven or 

undulating road surface

• When driving on a road surrounded by a 

structure, such as in a tunnel or on an iron 

bridge

• When there is a metal object (manhole 

cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, or a protru-

sion in front of your vehicle

• When passing under an object (road 

sign, billboard, etc.)

• When approaching an electric toll gate 

barrier, parking area barrier, or other 

barrier that opens and closes

• When using an automatic car wash

• When driving through or under objects 

that may contact your vehicle, such as 

thick grass, tree branches, or a banner

• When driving through steam or smoke

• When driving near an object that reflects 

radio waves, such as a large truck or 

guardrail

• When driving near a TV tower, broad-

casting station, electric power plant, 

radar equipped vehicles, etc., or other 

location where strong radio waves or 

electrical noise may be present

• When there are many things which can 

reflect the radio waves of the radar in the 

vicinity (tunnels, truss bridges, gravel 

roads, snow covered road that have 

tracks, etc.)

• While making a right/left turn, when an 

oncoming vehicle or a crossing pedes-

trian has already exited the path of your 

vehicle

• While making a right/left turn, closely in 

front of an oncoming vehicle or a cross-

ing pedestrian.

• While making a right/left turn, when an 

oncoming vehicle or a crossing pedes-

trian stops before entering the path of 

your vehicle

• While making a right/left turn, when an 

oncoming vehicle turns right/left in front 

of your vehicle

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• While steering into the direction of 

oncoming traffic

Situations in which the system may not 

operate properly

In some situations such as the following, 

an object may not be detected by the 

radar sensor and front camera, prevent-

ing the system from operating properly:

• When a detectable object is approaching 

your vehicle

• When your vehicle or a detectable object 

is wobbling

• If a detectable object makes an abrupt 

maneuver (such as sudden swerving, 

acceleration or deceleration)

• When your vehicle approaches a detect-

able object rapidly

• When a detectable object is not directly 

in front of your vehicle

• When a detectable object is near a wall, 

fence, guardrail, manhole cover, vehicle, 

steel plate on the road, etc.

• When a detectable object is under a 

structure

• When  part  of  a  detectable object is hid-

den by an object, such as large baggage, 

an umbrella, or guardrail

• When there are many things which can 

reflect the radio waves of the radar in the 

vicinity (tunnels, truss bridges, gravel 

roads, snow covered road that have 

tracks, etc.)

• When there is an effect on the radio 

waves to the radar that is installed on 

another vehicle

• When multiple detectable objects are 

close together

• If the sun or other light is shining directly 

on a detectable object

• When a detectable object is a shade of 

white and looks extremely bright

• When a detectable object appears to be 

nearly the same color or brightness as its 

surroundings

• If a detectable object cuts or suddenly 

emerges in front of your vehicle

• When the front of your vehicle is hit by 

water, snow, dust, etc.

• When a very bright light ahead, such as 

the sun or the headlights of oncoming 

traffic, shines directly into the front cam-

era

• When approaching the side or front of a 

vehicle ahead

• If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle

• If a vehicle ahead is narrow, such as a 

personal mobility vehicle

• If a preceding vehicle has a small rear 

end, such as an unloaded truck

• If a preceding vehicle has a low rear end, 

such as a low bed trailer

• If a vehicle ahead has extremely high 

ground clearance

• If a vehicle ahead is carrying a load which 

protrudes past its rear bumper

• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, 

such as a tractor or side car

• If a vehicle ahead is a child sized bicycle, 

a bicycle that is carrying a large load, a 

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bicycle ridden by more than one person, 

or a uniquely shaped bicycle (bicycle with 

a child seat, tandem bicycle, etc.)

• If a pedestrian/or the riding height of a 

bicyclist ahead is shorter than approxi-

mately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approxi-

mately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is wearing over-

sized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, 

etc.), making their silhouette obscure

• If a pedestrian is bending forward or 

squatting or bicyclist is bending forward

• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is moving fast

• If a pedestrian is pushing a stroller, 

wheelchair, bicycle or other vehicle

• When driving in inclement weather such 

as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm

• When driving through steam or smoke

• When the surrounding area is dim, such 

as at dawn or dusk, or while at night or in 

a tunnel, making a detectable object 

appear to be nearly the same color as its 

surroundings

• When driving in a place where the sur-

rounding brightness changes suddenly, 

such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel

• After the hybrid system has started the 

vehicle has not been driven for a certain 

amount of time

• While making a left/right turn and for a 

few seconds after making a left/right turn

• While driving on a curve and for a few 

seconds after driving on a curve

• If your vehicle is skidding

• If the front of the vehicle is raised or low-

ered

• If the wheels are misaligned

• If a wiper blade is blocking the front cam-

era

• The vehicle is being driven at extremely 

high speeds

• When driving on a hill

• If the radar sensor or front camera is mis-

aligned

• When driving in a traffic lane separated 

by more than one lane where oncoming 

vehicles are driving while making a 

right/left turn

• When largely out of place with the oppo-

site facing targeted oncoming vehicle 

during a right/left turn

• While making a right/left turn, when a 

pedestrian approaches from behind or 

side of your vehicle

In addition to the above, in some situa-

tions, such as the following, the emer-

gency steering assist may not operate.

• When the white (yellow) lane lines are 

difficult to see, such as when they are 

faint, diverging/merging, or a shadow is 

cast upon them

• When  the  lane  is  wider or narrower than 

normal

• When there is a light and dark pattern on 

the road surface, such as due to road 

repairs

• When the target is too close

• When there is insufficient safe or unob-

structed space for the vehicle to be 

steered into

• If oncoming vehicle is present

• If VSC function is operating

In some situations such as the following, 

sufficient braking force or steering force 

may not be obtained, preventing the sys-

tem from performing properly:

• If the braking functions cannot operate to 

their full extent, such as when the brake 

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parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, 

or wet

• If the vehicle is not properly maintained 

(brakes or tires are excessively worn, 

improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)

• When the vehicle is being driven on a 

gravel road or other slippery surface

• When the road surface has deep wheel 

tracks

• When driving on a hill road

• When driving on a road that has inclines 

to the left or right

If VSC is disabled

If VSC is disabled (

P.261), the pre-col-

lision brake assist and pre-collision brak-

ing functions are also disabled.

The PCS warning light will turn on and 

“VSC Turned Off Pre-Collision Brake 

System Unavailable” will be displayed on 

the multi-information display.

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

While driving on a road with clear 
white (yellow) lane lines, the LTA 
system warns the driver if the vehi-
cle may deviate from the current 
lane or course

*

, and also can 

slightly operate the steering wheel 
to help avoid deviation from the 
lane or course

*

. Also, while the 

dynamic radar cruise control with 
full-speed range (

P.221) is oper-

ating, this system will operate the 
steering wheel to maintain the vehi-
cle’s lane position.

The LTA system recognizes white 
(yellow) lane lines or a course

*

 

using the front camera. Addition-
ally, it detects preceding vehicles 
using the front camera and radar.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and the 

side of the road, such as grass, soil, or 
a curb

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WARNING

Before using LTA system

Do not rely solely upon the LTA sys-

tem. The LTA system does not auto-

matically drive the vehicle or reduce 

the amount of attention that must be 

paid to the area in front of the vehicle. 

The driver must always assume full 

responsibility for driving safely by pay-

ing careful attention to the surround-

ing conditions and operating the 

steering wheel to correct the path of 

the vehicle. Also, the driver must take 

adequate breaks when fatigued, such 

as from driving for a long period of 

time.

Failure to perform appropriate driving 

operations and pay careful attention 

may lead to an accident, resulting in 

death or serious injury.

Situations unsuitable for LTA system

In the following situations, use the LTA 

switch to turn the system off. Failure to do 

so may lead to an accident, resulting in 

death or serious injury.

Vehicle is driven on a road surface 

which is slippery due to rainy weather, 

fallen snow, freezing, etc.

Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered 

road.

White (yellow) lines are difficult to see 

due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc.

Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane 

or restricted lane due to construction 

work.

Vehicle is driven in a construction 

zone.

A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are 

equipped.

When the tires have been excessively 

worn, or when the tire inflation pres-

sure is low.

During emergency towing

Preventing LTA system malfunctions 

and operations performed by mistake

Do not modify the headlights or place 

stickers, etc. on the surface of the 

lights.

Do not modify the suspension etc. If 

the suspension etc. needs to be 

replaced, contact your Lexus dealer.

Do not install or place anything on the 

hood or grille. Also, do not install a 

grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, 

etc.).

If your windshield needs repairs, con-

tact your Lexus dealer.

Conditions in which functions may 

not operate properly

In the following situations, the functions 

may not operate properly and the vehi-

cle may depart from its lane. Drive safely 

by always paying careful attention to 

your surroundings and operate the 

steering wheel to correct the path of the 

vehicle without relying solely on the func-

tions.

When the follow-up cruising display is 

displayed (

P.214) and the preced-

ing vehicle changes lanes. (Your vehi-

cle may follow the preceding vehicle 

and also change lanes.)

When the follow-up cruising display is 

displayed (

P.214) and the preced-

ing vehicle is swaying. (Your vehicle 

may sway accordingly and depart from 

the lane.)

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WARNING

When the follow-up cruising display is 

displayed (

P.214) and the preced-

ing vehicle departs from its lane. (Your 

vehicle may follow the preceding vehi-

cle and depart from the lane.)

When the follow-up cruising display is 

displayed (

P.214) and the preced-

ing vehicle is being driven extremely 

close to the left/right lane line. (Your 

vehicle may follow the preceding vehi-

cle and depart from the lane.)

Vehicle is being driven around a sharp 

curve.

Objects or patterns that could be mis-

taken for white (yellow) lines are pres-

ent on the side of the road (guardrails, 

reflective poles, etc.).

Vehicle is driven where the road 

diverges, merges, etc.

Repair marks of asphalt, white (yellow) 

lines, etc. are present due to road 

repair.

There are shadows on the road that 

run parallel with, or cover, the white 

(yellow) lines.

The vehicle is driven in an area without 

white (yellow) lines, such as in front of 

a tollgate or checkpoint, or at an inter-

section, etc.

The white (yellow) lines are cracked, 

“Botts’ dots”, “Raised pavement 

marker” or stones are present.

The white (yellow) lines cannot be 

seen or are difficult to see due to sand, 

etc.

The vehicle is driven on a road surface 

that is wet due to rain, puddles, etc.

The traffic lines are yellow (which may 

be more difficult to recognize than 

lines that are white).

The white (yellow) lines cross over a 

curb, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a bright sur-

face, such as concrete.

If the edge of the road is not clear or 

straight.

The vehicle is driven on a surface that 

is bright due to reflected light, etc.

The vehicle is driven in an area where 

the brightness changes suddenly, such 

as at the entrances and exits of tunnels, 

etc.

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Lane departure alert function

When the system determines that the 
vehicle might depart from its lane or 
course

*

, a warning is displayed on the 

multi-information display, and either a 
warning buzzer will sound or the steer-
ing wheel will vibrate to alert the driver.

When the warning buzzer sounds or the 
steering wheel vibrates, check the area 
around your vehicle and carefully operate 
the steering wheel to move the vehicle 
back to the center of the lane.
Vehicle with BSM: When the system 
determines that the vehicle might depart 
from its lane and that the possibility of a 
collision with an overtaking vehicle in the 
adjacent lane is high, the lane departure 
alert will operate even if the turn signals 
are operating.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and the side 

of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb

WARNING

Light from the headlights of an oncom-

ing vehicle, the sun, etc. enters the 

camera.

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

The vehicle is driven on a road which 

tilts left or right, or a winding road.

The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or 

rough road.

The traffic lane is excessively narrow 

or wide.

The vehicle is extremely tilted due to 

carrying heavy luggage or having 

improper tire pressure.

The distance to the preceding vehicle 

is extremely short.

The vehicle is moving up and down a 

large amount due to road conditions 

during driving (poor roads or road 

seams).

When driving in a tunnel or at night 

with the headlights off or when a head-

light is dim due to its lens being dirty or 

it being misaligned.

The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.

The vehicle is affected by wind from a 

vehicle driven in a nearby lane.

The vehicle has just changed lanes or 

crossed an intersection.

Tires which differ by structure, manu-

facturer, brand or tread pattern are 

used.

When tires of a size other than speci-

fied are installed.

Snow tires, etc. are equipped.

The vehicle is being driven at 

extremely high speeds.

Functions included in LTA sys-
tem

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Steering assist function

When the system determines that the 
vehicle might depart from its lane or 
course

*

, the system provides assis-

tance as necessary by operating the 
steering wheel in small amounts for a 
short period of time to keep the vehicle 
in its lane.

Vehicle with BSM: When the system 
determines that the vehicle might depart 
from its lane and that the possibility of a 
collision with an overtaking vehicle in the 
adjacent lane is high, the steering assist 
function will operate even if the turn signals 
are operating.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and the side 

of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb

Vehicle sway warning function

When the vehicle is swaying within a 
lane, the warning buzzer will sound 
and a message will be displayed on the 
multi-information display to alert the 
driver.

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Lane centering function

This function is linked with dynamic 
radar cruise control with full-speed 
range and provides the required assis-
tance by operating the steering wheel 
to keep the vehicle in its current lane.

When dynamic radar cruise control with 
full-speed range is not operating, the lane 
centering function does not operate.
In situations where the white (yellow) lane 
lines are difficult to see or are not visible, 
such as when in a traffic jam, this function 
will operate to help follow a preceding 
vehicle by monitoring the position of the 
preceding vehicle.

Press the LTA switch to turn the LTA 
system on.

The LTA indicator illuminates and a mes-
sage is displayed on the multi-information 
display.
Press the LTA switch again to turn the LTA 

system off.
When the LTA system is turned on or off, 
operation of the LTA system continues in 
the same condition the next time the hybrid 
system is started.

LTA indicator

The illumination condition of the indicator 
informs the driver of the system operation 
status.
Illuminated in white: 
LTA system is operating.
Illuminated in green: 
Steering wheel assistance of the steering 
assist function or lane centering function is 
operating.
Flashing in orange: 
Lane departure alert function is operating.

Operation display of steering 
wheel operation support

Turning LTA system on

Indications on multi-information 
display

A

B

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Displayed when the multi-information dis-
play is switched to the driving support sys-
tem information display.
Indicates that steering wheel assistance of 
the steering assist function or lane center-
ing function is operating.
Both outer sides of the lane are displayed: 
Indicates that steering wheel assist of the 
lane centering function is operating.
One outer side of the lane is displayed: 
Indicates that steering wheel assist of the 
steering assist function is operating.
Both outer sides of the lane are flashing: 
Alerts the driver that their input is neces-
sary to stay in the center of the lane (lane 
centering function).

Follow-up cruising display

Displayed when the multi-information dis-
play is switched to the driving support sys-
tem information display.
Indicates that steering assist of the lane 
centering function is operating by monitor-
ing the position of a preceding vehicle.
When the follow-up cruising display is dis-
played, if the preceding vehicle moves, 
your vehicle may move in the same way. 
Always pay careful attention to your sur-
roundings and operate the steering wheel 
as necessary to correct the path of the 
vehicle and ensure safety.

Lane departure alert function dis-
play

Displayed when the multi-information dis-
play is switched to the driving support sys-
tem information display.

Inside of displayed lines is white

Indicates that the system is recognizing 
white (yellow) lines or a course

*

. When the 

vehicle departs from its lane, the white line 
displayed on the side the vehicle departs 
from flashes orange.

Inside of displayed lines is black

Indicates that the system is not able to rec-
ognize white (yellow) lines or a course

*

 or 

is temporarily canceled.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and the side 

of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb

Operation conditions of each function

Lane departure alert function

This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• LTA is turned on.

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph 

(50 km/h) or more.

*1

• System recognizes white (yellow) lane 

lines or a course

*2

. (When a white [yel-

low] line or course

*2

 is recognized on 

only one side, the system will operate 

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