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Programming the HomeLink

Steps

through

must be performed

within 60 seconds, otherwise the indi-
cator light will stop flashing and pro-
gramming will not be able to be
completed.

Press and release the HomeLink

button you want to program and
check that the HomeLink

indica-

tor light flashes orange.

Point the remote control transmit-
ter for the device at the rear view
mirror, 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
from the HomeLink

buttons.

Keep the HomeLink

indicator light in

view while programming.

Program a device.



Programming a device other than
an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)

Press and hold the remote control trans-
mitter button until the HomeLink

indica-

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



Programming an entry gate (for
U.S.A. owners)/Programming a
device in the Canadian market

Press and release the remote control trans-
mitter button at 2 second intervals, repeat-
edly, 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:

 Indicator light illuminates: Program-

ming of a fixed code device has
completed. The garage door or
other device should operate when a
HomeLink

button is pressed and

released.

 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 Home-
Link

button for 2 seconds then

release it.

 If the garage door or other device

does not operate, proceed to “Pro-
gramming a rolling code system”.

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

buttons.

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Programming a rolling code sys-
tem

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

Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” but-
ton on the garage door opener
motor in the garage.

This button can usually be found where the

hanging 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” button.
Perform

within 30 seconds after

performing

Press and hold the desired Home-
Link

button (inside the vehicle)

for 2 seconds and release it. Repeat
this sequence (press/hold/release)
up to 3 times to complete pro-
gramming.
If the garage door opener motor
operates when the HomeLink

button is pressed, the garage door
opener motor recognizes the
HomeLink

signal.

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Enabling 2-way communication
with a garage door (only available
for compatible devices)

When enabled, 2-way communication
allows you to check the status of the
opening 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.)

Within 5 seconds after program-
ming the garage door opener has
been completed, if the garage door
opener motor is trained to Home-
Link

, both garage door operation

indicators will flash rapidly green
and the light on the garage door
opener motor will blink twice, indi-

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cating that 2-way communication is
enabled.

If the indicators do not flash, perform and

within the first 10 presses of the Home-
Link

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. Within 5 seconds of
the establishment of 2-way com-
munication with the garage door
opener, both garage door opera-
tion indicators in the vehicle will
flash rapidly green and the light on
the garage door opener motor will
blink twice, indicating that 2-way
communication is enabled.

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Reprogramming a single Home-
Link

button

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

With one hand, press and hold the
desired HomeLink

button.

When the HomeLink

indicator

starts flashing orange, continue to
hold the HomeLink

button and

perform “Programming Home-
Link

”

(it takes 20 seconds for

the HomeLink

indicator to start

flashing).

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Before programming

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Install a new battery in the transmitter.

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The battery side of the transmitter must
be pointed away from the HomeLink

Press the appropriate HomeLink

button. The HomeLink

indicator light

should turn on.
The status of the opening and closing
of a garage door is shown by the indi-
cators.

Opening
Closing

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.)

The indicators can operate within
approximately 820 ft. (250 m) of the

Operating the HomeLink

Color

Status

Orange (flashing)

Currently opening/

closing

Green

Opening/closing has

completed

Red (flashing)

Feedback signals

cannot be received

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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.

To recall the previous door operation
status, press and release either Home-
Link

buttons

and

simultaneously.

The last recorded status will be dis-
played for 3 seconds.

Press and hold the 2 outside buttons
for 10 seconds until the HomeLink

indicator light changes from continu-
ously lit orange to rapidly flashing
green.

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the
programs stored in the HomeLink

mem-

ory.

: If equipped

To turn the compass on or off, press the
button for more than 3 seconds.

Directions are displayed as follows:

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Conditions unfavorable to correct

operation

The compass may not show the correct

direction in the following conditions:

●

The vehicle is stopped immediately after

turning.

Erasing the entire HomeLink

memory (all three codes)

Compass

The compass on the inside rear
view mirror indicates the direction
in which the vehicle is heading.

Operation and displays

Display

Direction

“N”

North

“NE”

Northeast

“E”

East

“SE”

Southeast

“S”

South

“SW”

Southwest

“W”

West

“NW”

Northwest

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The vehicle is on an inclined surface.

●

The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s

magnetic field is subject to interference

by artificial magnetic fields (under-

ground car park/parking lot, under a

steel tower, between buildings, roof car

park/parking lot, near an intersection,

near a large vehicle, etc.).

●

The vehicle has become magnetized.

(There is a magnet or metal object near

the inside rear view mirror.)

●

The battery has been disconnected.

●

A door is open.

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Deviation

The direction display deviates from the
true direction determined by the
earth’s magnetic field. The amount of
deviation varies depending on the geo-
graphic position of the vehicle.

If you cross over one of the map boundar-
ies shown in illustration, the compass will

deviate.
To obtain higher precision or perfect cali-
bration, refer to “Deviation calibration”.

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Deviation calibration

Stop the vehicle.

WARNING

■

While driving the vehicle

Do not adjust the display. Adjust the dis-

play only when the vehicle is stopped.

NOTICE

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To avoid compass malfunctions

Do not place magnets or any metal

objects near the inside rear view mirror.

Doing this may cause the compass sen-

sor to malfunction.

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To ensure normal operation of the

compass

●

Do not perform a circling calibration of

the compass in a place where the

earth’s magnetic field is subject to

interference by artificial magnetic

fields.

●

During calibration, do not operate

electric systems (moon roof, power

windows, etc.) as they may interfere

with the calibration.

Calibrating the compass

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Press and hold the button for 6 sec-
onds. A number (1 to 15) appears
on the compass display.

Referring to the map above, press
the button to select the number of
the zone you are in.

If the direction is displayed several seconds

after adjustment, the calibration is com-

plete.

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Circling calibration

Stop the vehicle in a place where it
is safe to drive in a circle.

Press and hold the button for 9 sec-
onds.

“C” appears on the compass display.

Drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8 km/
h) or less in a circle until a direction
is displayed.

If there is not enough space to drive in a

circle, drive around the block until a direc-

tion is displayed.

WARNING

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When doing the circling calibration

Secure a wide space, and watch out for

people and vehicles in the vicinity. Do not

violate any local traffic rules while per-

forming circling calibration.

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: If equipped

Microphone
“SOS” button
LED light indicators

Lexus Enform Safety Con-
nect

Safety Connect is a subscription-
based telematics service that uses
Global Positioning System (GPS)
data and embedded cellular tech-
nology to provide safety and secu-
rity features to subscribers. Safety
Connect is supported by Lexus’
designated response center, which
operates 24 hours per day, 7 days
per week.

Safety Connect service is available
by subscription on select, telemat-
ics hardware- equipped vehicles.
By using the Safety Connect ser-
vice, you are agreeing to be bound
by the Telematics Subscription Ser-
vice Agreement and its Terms and
Conditions, as in effect and
amended from time to time, a cur-
rent copy of which is available at
Lexus.com. All use of the Safety
Connect service is subject to such
then-applicable Terms and Condi-
tions.

System components

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Certification for Lexus Enform

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Subscribers have the following Safety
Connect services available:

 Automatic Collision Notification

Helps drivers receive necessary response
from emergency service providers.
(

P.293)

: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2

 Stolen Vehicle Location

Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft.
(

P.293)

 Emergency Assistance Button

(“SOS”)

Connects drivers to response-center sup-
port. (

P.293)

 Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Provides drivers various on-road assis-
tance. (

P.293)

After you have signed the Telematics
Subscription Service Agreement and
are enrolled, you can begin receiving
services.
A variety of subscription terms is avail-
able for purchase. Contact your Lexus
dealer, call 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-
255-3987) in the Unites States (1-
800-26-LEXUS in Canada), (1-877-
539-8777 in Puerto Rico), or push the
“SOS” button in your vehicle for fur-
ther subscription details.

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Safety Connect Services Information

●

Phone calls using the vehicles Blue-
tooth

technology will not be possible

during Safety Connect.

●

Safety Connect is available beginning Fall

2009 on select Lexus models (in the

contiguous United States only). Contact

with the Safety Connect response center

is dependent upon the telematics device

being in operative condition, cellular con-

nection availability, and GPS satellite sig-

nal reception, which can limit the ability to

reach the response center or receive

emergency service support. Enrollment

and Telematics Subscription Service

Agreement required. A variety of sub-

scription terms is available; charges vary

by subscription term selected and loca-

tion.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle

Location will function in the United

States, including Hawaii and Alaska,

Puerto Rico and in Canada, and

Enhanced Roadside Assistance will func-

tion in the United States, Puerto Rico and

in Canada.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency

Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Location

will not function in the United States Vir-

gin Islands, and Enhanced Roadside

Assistance will not function in the United

States Virgin Islands.

No Safety Connect services will function

outside of the United States in countries

other than Canada. For vehicles first sold

in the USVI, no Safety Connect services

will function in and outside the United

States Virgin Islands.

●

Safety Connect services are not subject

to section 255 of the Telecommunica-

tions Act and the device is not TTY com-

patible.

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Languages

The Safety Connect response center will

offer support in multiple languages. The

Safety Connect system will offer voice

prompts in English, French and Spanish.

Please indicate your language of choice

when enrolling.

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When contacting the response center

You may be unable to contact the response

center if the network is busy.

Services

Subscription

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When the engine switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode, the red indica-
tor light comes on for 2 seconds then
turns off. Afterward, the green indica-
tor light comes on, indicating that the
service is active.
The following indicator light patterns
indicate specific system usage condi-
tions:
 Green indicator light on = Active

service

 Green indicator light flashing =

Safety Connect call in process

 Red indicator light (except at vehi-

cle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)

 No indicator light (off) = Safety

Connect service not active

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Automatic Collision Notification

In case of either airbag deployment or
severe rear-end collision, the system is
designed to automatically call the
response center. The responding agent
receives the vehicle’s location and
attempts to speak with the vehicle
occupants to assess the level of emer-
gency. If the occupants are unable to
communicate, the agent automatically
treats the call as an emergency, con-
tacts the nearest emergency services
provider to describe the situation, and
requests that assistance be sent to the
location.

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Stolen Vehicle Location

If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect
can work with local authorities to assist
them in locating and recovering the
vehicle. After filing a police report, call
the Safety Connect response center at
1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-
3987) and follow the prompts for
Safety Connect to initiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforce-
ment with recovery of a stolen vehicle,
Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle
location data may, under certain cir-
cumstances, be shared with third par-
ties to locate your vehicle. Further
information is available at Lexus.com.

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Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)

In the event of an emergency on the
road, push the “SOS” button to reach
the Safety Connect response center.
The answering agent will determine
your vehicle’s location, assess the
emergency, and dispatch the neces-
sary assistance required.

If you accidentally press the “SOS” button,
tell the response-center agent that you are
not experiencing an emergency.

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Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds
GPS data to the already included war-
ranty- based Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” but-
ton to reach a Safety Connect
response-center agent, who can help
with a wide range of needs, such as:
towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a
description of the Roadside Assistance

Safety Connect LED light Indi-
cators

Safety Connect services

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services and their limitations, please
see the Safety Connect Terms and
Conditions, which are available at
Lexus.com.

Important! Read this information about
exposure to radio frequency signals
before using Safety Connect;
The Safety Connect system installed in
your vehicle is a low-power radio trans-
mitter and receiver. It receives and also
sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Commu-
nications Commission (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety lev-
els for mobile wireless phones. Those
guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by the
following U.S. and international stan-
dards bodies.
 ANSI (American National Stan-

dards Institute) C95.1 [1992]

 NCRP (National Council on Radia-

tion Protection and Measurement)
Report 86 [1986]

 ICNIRP (International Commission

on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protec-
tion) [1996]

Those standards were based on com-
prehensive and periodic evaluations of
the relevant scientific literature. Over
120 scientists, engineers, and physi-
cians from universities, and govern-
ment health agencies and industries
reviewed the available body of

research to develop the ANSI Stan-
dard (C95.1).
The design of Safety Connect com-
plies with the FCC guidelines in addi-
tion to those standards.

Safety information for Safety
Connect

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After you sign the Telematics Subscrip-
tion Service Agreement, download the
Lexus Enform Remote app from your
cellular phone’s app store, and register
within the app (or enroll and complete
registration at the dealer), you can
begin using these services. (

P.290)

A variety of subscription terms are
available. Contact your Lexus dealer,
or call 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-
255-3987) for further subscription
details.

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Availability of service

Lexus Enform Remote is not available in

some countries or areas.

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Lexus Enform Remote Information

●

Lexus Enform Remote should only be

used by authorized users.

●

Laws in some communities may require

that the vehicle be within view of the user

when operating Lexus Enform Remote.

In some states, use of Lexus Enform

Remote may violate state or local laws.

Before using Lexus Enform Remote,

check your state and local laws.

●

Any malfunction of the Lexus should be

repaired by your Lexus dealer.

●

Lexus Enform Remote is designed to

work at temperatures above -22°F (-

30°C). This specification is related to the

Lexus Enform Remote operation, but is

dependent on the vehicle’s operating

temperature range which may be differ-

ent.

●

Content is subject to change without

notice.

●

Some features of the Lexus Enform

Remote may not be available on some

models.

●

Additional information can be found at

www.lexus.com/enform/.

●

Availability of functions of the Lexus

Enform service is dependent on network

reception level.

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Safety information for Lexus Enform

Remote

Refer to the safety information for Safety

Connect:

P.294

Lexus Enform Remote

Lexus Enform Remote is a cellular
phone application that lets you view
and remotely control certain
aspects of your vehicle.
For details about the functions and
services of this application, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/.
Function of the Lexus Enform
Remote is achieved by using an
embedded cellular device in the
vehicle (DCM: Data Communica-
tion Module).

Subscription

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Availability of service

Lexus Enform Service Connect is not avail-

able in some countries or areas.

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Lexus Enform Service Connect Infor-

mation

Availability of functions of the Lexus Enform

Service Connect is dependent on network

reception level.

■

Safety information for Lexus Enform

Service Connect

Refer to the safety information for Safety

Connect:

P.294

Lexus Enform Service Con-
nect

Lexus Enform Service Connect
uses embedded telematics hard-
ware to collect and transmit vehicle
data that allows Lexus to provide:
 Vehicle Health Report (VHR)

(Safety Recalls, Service Cam-
paigns, Current Vehicle Alerts,
Required Maintenance, and Vehi-
cle Condition Status)

 Maintenance Notifications
 Vehicle Alert Notifications
For details about this service and
how to register, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/.
The Lexus Enform Service Con-
nect is achieved by using a Data
Communication Module (DCM)
built in the vehicle.

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Cleaning and protecting the vehi-

cle interior ..................................

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6-2. Maintenance

Maintenance requirements ..

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General maintenance.............

304

Emission inspection and mainte-

nance (I/M) programs .........

307

6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service precautions

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308

Hood................................................

310

Positioning a floor jack.............

310

Engine compartment................

312

Tires ................................................

320

Tire inflation pressure..............

328

Wheels...........................................

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Air conditioning filter................

331

Electronic key battery.............

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Checking and replacing fuses

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Headlight aim..............................

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Light bulbs....................................

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 Working from top to bottom, liber-

ally apply water to the vehicle body,
wheel wells and underside of the
vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.

 Wash the vehicle body using a

sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.

 For hard-to-remove marks, use car

wash soap and rinse thoroughly with
water.

 Wipe away any water.
 Wax the vehicle when the water-

proof coating deteriorates.

If water does not bead on a clean surface,
apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.

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Self-restoring coat

The vehicle body has a self-restoring coat-

ing that is resistant to small surface

scratches caused in a car wash, etc.

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The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from

when the vehicle is delivered from the

plant.

●

The restoration time differs depending on

the depth of the scratch and outside tem-

perature. The restoration time may

become shorter when the coating is

warmed by applying warm water.

●

Deep scratches caused by keys, coins,

etc. cannot be restored.

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Do not use wax that contain abrasives.

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Automatic car washes

●

Before washing the vehicle:

• Fold the mirrors

• Turn off the power back door (if

equipped)

Start washing from the front of the vehicle.
Extend the mirrors before driving.

●

Brushes used in automatic car washes

may scratch the vehicle surface and harm

your vehicle’s paint.

●

Rear spoiler may not be washable in

some automatic car washes. There may

also be an increased risk of damage to

vehicle.

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High pressure car washes

●

Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash

to come within close proximity of the win-

dows.

●

Before using the car wash, check that the

fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed

properly.

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Note for a smart access system with

push-button start

●

If the door handle becomes wet while the

electronic key is within the effective

range, the door may lock and unlock

repeatedly. In that case, follow the follow-

ing correction procedures to wash the

vehicle:

• Place the electronic key in a location 6 ft.

(2 m) or more away from the vehicle.

(Take care to ensure that the key is not

stolen.)

• Set the electronic key to battery-saving

mode to disable the smart access system

with push-button start. (

P.107)

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Aluminum wheels

●

Remove any dirt immediately by using a

neutral detergent.

●

Wash detergent off with water immedi-

ately after use.

●

To protect the paint from damage, make

sure to observe the following precau-

tions.

• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive

detergent

• Do not use hard brushes

• Do not use detergent on the wheels when

Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior

Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.

Cleaning instructions

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Bumpers

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

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Front side windows water-repellent

coating (vehicles with water-repellent

coating)

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The following precautions can extend the

effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-

ing.

• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side

windows regularly.

• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate

on the windows for a long period.

Clean the windows with a soft, damp

cloth as soon as possible.

• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that

contain abrasives when cleaning the win-

dows.

• Do not use any metallic objects to

remove condensation build up.

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When the water-repellent performance

has become insufficient, the coating can

be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.

WARNING

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When washing the vehicle

Do not apply water to the inside of the

engine compartment. Doing so may

cause the electrical components, etc. to

catch fire.

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When cleaning the windshield (vehi-

cles with rain-sensing windshield wip-

ers)

Set the wiper switch to off.

If the switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may

operate unexpectedly in the following sit-

uations, and may result in hands being

caught or other serious injuries and

cause damage to the wiper blades.

Off

AUTO

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When the upper part of the windshield

where the raindrop sensor is located is

touched by hand

●

When a wet rag or similar is held close

to the raindrop sensor

●

If something bumps against the wind-

shield

●

If you directly touch the raindrop sen-

sor body or if something bumps into

the raindrop sensor

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Precautions regarding the exhaust

pipe

Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to

become quite hot.

When washing the vehicle, be careful not

to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi-

ciently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe

can cause burns.

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Precautions regarding the rear

bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if

equipped)

If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped

or scratched, the system may malfunc-

tion. If this occurs, consult your Lexus

dealer.

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