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: If equipped

The height of the rear view mirror can 
be adjusted to suit your driving pos-
ture.
Adjust the height of the rear view mir-
ror by moving it up and down.

Responding to the level of brightness 
of the headlights of vehicles behind, the 
reflected light is automatically 
reduced.
Turn the automatic anti-glare function 
mode on/off

When the automatic anti-glare function is 
in ON mode, the indicator 

 illuminates.

The function will set to ON mode each 
time the engine switch is turned to IGNI-
TION ON mode.
Pressing the button turns the function to 
OFF mode. (The indicator 

 also turns 

off.)

To prevent sensor error

To ensure that the sensors operate properly, 

do not touch or cover them.

Inside rear view mirror

*

The rear view mirror’s position can 
be adjusted to enable sufficient 
confirmation of the rear view.

Adjusting the height of rear view 
mirror

WARNING

Caution while driving

Do not adjust the position of the mirror 

while driving.

Doing so may lead to mishandling of the 

vehicle and cause an accident, resulting 

in death or serious injury.

Anti-glare function

A

A

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Camera indicator

Indicates that the camera is operating nor-
mally.

Icon display area

Displays icons, adjusting gauge, etc. 
(

P.137)

Select button

Press to change the setting of the item you 
want to adjust.

Menu button

Press to display the icon display area and 
select the item you want to adjust.

Lever

Operate to change between digital mirror 
mode and optical mirror mode.

Operate the lever to change between 
digital mirror mode and optical mirror 
mode.

Digital Rearview Mirror

*

The Digital Rearview Mirror is a 
system that uses the camera on the 
rear of the vehicle and displays its 
image on the display of the Digital 
Rearview Mirror.

The Digital Rearview Mirror can be 
changed between optical mirror 
mode and digital mirror mode by 
operating the lever.

The Digital Rearview Mirror allows 
the driver to see the rear view 
despite obstructions, such as the 
head restraints, luggage or rear 
sunshade ensuring rear visibility. 
Also, the rear seats are not dis-
played and privacy of the passen-
gers is enhanced.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or 

serious injury.

Before using the Digital Rearview 

Mirror

Make sure to adjust the mirror before 

driving. (

P.136)

• Change to optical mirror mode and 

adjust the position of the Digital Rear-

view Mirror so that the area behind 

your vehicle can be viewed properly.

• Change to digital mirror mode and 

adjust the display settings.

As the range of the image displayed by 

the Digital Rearview Mirror is different 

from that of the optical mirror, make 

sure to check this difference before 

driving.

System components

Changing modes

A

B

C

D

E

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Digital mirror mode

Displays an image of the area behind the 
vehicle.

 will illuminate in this mode.

2

Optical mirror mode

Turns off the display of the Digital Rearview 
Mirror allows it to be used as an optical 
mirror.

Digital mirror mode operating condi-

tion

The engine switch is turned to IGNITION 

ON mode.
When the engine switch is changed from 

IGNITION ON mode to off or ACCES-

SORY mode, the image will disappear after 

several seconds.

When using the Digital Rearview Mir-

ror in digital mirror mode

If it is difficult to see the displayed image 

due to light reflected off the Digital Rear-

view Mirror, the camera being dirty, or if 

lights of a vehicle behind your vehicle or 

the displayed image are bothering you, 

change to optical mirror mode.

When the trunk is open, the Digital Rear-

view Mirror image may not display prop-

erly. Before driving, make sure the trunk 

is closed.

If the display is difficult to see due to 

reflected light, close the sunshade for the 

moon roof or the electronic sunshade for 

the panoramic moon roof.

Any of the following conditions may 

occur when driving in the dark, such as at 

night. None of them indicates that a mal-

function has occurred.

• Colors of objects in the displayed image 

may differ from their actual color.

• Depending on the height of the lights of 

the vehicle behind, the area around the 

vehicle may appear white and blurry.

• Automatic image adjustment for brighter 

surrounding image may cause flickering.

If it is difficult to see the displayed image or 
flickering bothers you, change to optical 
mirror mode.

The Digital Rearview Mirror may 

become hot while it is in digital mirror 

mode.

This is not a malfunction.

Depending on your physical condition or 

age, it may take longer than usual to focus 

on the displayed image. In this case, 

change to optical mirror mode.

Do not let passengers stare at the dis-

played image when the vehicle is being 

driven, as doing so may cause motion 

sickness.

When the system malfunctions

If the symbol shown in the illustration is dis-

played when using the Digital Rearview 

Mirror in digital mirror mode, the system 

may be malfunctioning. The symbol will dis-

appear in a few seconds. Operate the lever, 

change to optical mirror mode and have the 

vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

Adjusting the mirror height

The height of the rear view mirror can 
be adjusted to suit your driving pos-
ture.
Change to optical mirror mode, adjust-

Adjusting the mirror

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ing the height of the rear view mirror by 
moving it up and down.

Display settings (digital mirror 
mode)

Settings of the display in the digital mir-
ror mode, on/off operation of the auto-
matic anti-glare function, etc. can be 
changed.

1

Press the menu button.

The icons will be displayed.

2

Press the menu button repeatedly 
and select the item you want to 
adjust.

3

Press 

 or 

 to change the set-

ting.

The icons will disappear if a button is not 

operated for approximately 5 seconds or 

more.

*

: This is a function for the optical mirror 

mode, however, the setting can also be 
changed while using the digital mirror 
mode.

Enabling/disabling the automatic 
anti-glare function (optical mirror 
mode)

The automatic anti-glare function in the 
optical mirror mode can be 
enabled/disabled. The setting can be 
changed in both the digital mirror 
mode and the optical mirror mode.

When using the digital mirror mode

P.137

When using the optical mirror mode

1

Press the menu button.

Icons

Settings

Select to adjust the brightness of 
the display.

Select to adjust the area dis-
played up/down.

Select to adjust the area dis-
played to the left/right.

Select to adjust the angle of the 
displayed image.

Select to zoom in/out the dis-
played image.

Select to enable/disable the 
automatic anti-glare function.

*

Responding to the brightness of 
the headlights of vehicles 
behind, the reflected light is 
automatically adjusted.
The automatic anti-glare func-
tion is enabled each time the 
engine switch is changed to 
IGNITION ON mode.

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The icons will be displayed.

2

Press the menu button repeatedly 
and select 

.

The setting display will be displayed.

3

Press 

 or 

 to enable 

(“ON”)/disable (“OFF”) the auto-
matic anti-glare function.

The icons will disappear if a button is not 

operated for approximately 5 seconds or 

more.

Adjusting the display (digital mirror 

mode)

If the displayed image is adjusted, it may 

appear distorted. This is not a malfunc-

tion.

If the brightness of the Digital Rearview 

Mirror is set too high, it may cause eye 

strain. Adjust the Digital Rearview Mirror 

to an appropriate brightness. If your eyes 

become tired, change to optical mirror 

mode.

The brightness of the Digital Rearview 

Mirror will change automatically accord-

ing to the brightness of the area in front of 

your vehicle.

To prevent the light sensors from mal-

functioning

To prevent the light sensors from malfunc-

tioning, do not touch or cover them.

Cleaning the mirror surface

If the mirror surface is dirty, the image 
on the display may be difficult to see.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or 

serious injury.

While driving

Do not adjust the position of the Digital 

Rearview Mirror or adjust the display 

settings while driving.

Stop the vehicle and operate the Digi-

tal Rearview Mirror control switches. 

Failure to do so may cause a steering 

wheel operation error, resulting in an 

unexpected accident.

Always pay attention to the vehicle’s 

surroundings.

The size of the vehicles and other objects 

may look different when in digital mirror 

mode and optical mirror mode.

When backing up, make sure to directly 

check the safety of the area around your 

vehicle, especially behind the vehicle.

Additionally, if a vehicle approaches from 

the rear in the dark, such as at night, the 

surrounding area may appear dim.

To prevent causes of fire

If the driver continues using the Digital 

Rearview Mirror while smoke or odor 

comes from the mirror, it may result in 

fire. Stop using the system immediately 

and contact your Lexus dealer.

Cleaning the Digital Rearview 
Mirror

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Clean the mirror surface gently using a 
soft dry cloth.

Cleaning the camera

If the camera lens is dirty or covered 
with foreign matter, such as water 
droplets, snow, mud, etc., the displayed 
image may not be clear. In this case, 
rinse the camera lens with a large 
quantity of water and then wipe it clean 
with a soft cloth dampened with water.
Dirt on the camera lens can be cleaned 
by operating the dedicated camera 
cleaning washer. (

P.189)

The camera

The camera for the Digital Rearview Mirror 

is located as shown.

NOTICE

To prevent the Digital Rearview Mir-

ror from malfunctioning

Do not use detergents, such as thinner, 

benzine, and alcohol to clean the mir-

ror. They may discolor, deteriorate or 

damage the mirror surface.

Do not smoke, use matches, use ciga-

rette lighters or allow open flames 

near the mirror. It may damage the 

mirror or cause a fire.

Do not remove, disassemble or modify 

the mirror.

To prevent the camera from malfunc-

tioning

Observe the following precautions, 

otherwise the Digital Rearview Mirror 

may not operate properly.

• Do not strike or hit the camera or sub-

ject it to a strong impact, as the camera 

installation position and angle may be 

changed.

• Do not remove, disassemble or modify 

the camera.

• When washing the camera, rinse it 

with a large quantity of water and then 

wipe it clean with a soft cloth damp-

ened with water.

Do not strongly rub the camera lens, 

as it may be scratched and will not be 

able to transmit a clear image.

• Do not allow organic 

solvent, car wax, 

window cleaner or glass coat to 

adhere to the camera cover. If this hap-

pens, wipe it off as soon as possible.

• Do not apply hot water to the camera 

in cold weather, as the sudden change 

of temperature may cause the camera 

to not operate properly.

• When using a high pressure washer to 

wash the vehicle, do not directly spray 

the camera and its surrounding area, 

as doing so may cause the camera to 

not operate properly.

Do not subject the camera to a strong 

impact as this could cause a malfunc-

tion.

If this happens, have the vehicle 

inspected by your Lexus dealer as 

soon as possible.

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If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the following table for the likely 
cause and the solution.
If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle inspected by your 
Lexus dealer.

If you notice any symptoms

Symptom

Likely cause

Solution

The image is difficult to 
see.

The mirror surface is dirty.

Clean the mirror surface 
gently, using a soft dry cloth.

Sunlight or headlights are shining 
directly into the Digital Rearview 
Mirror.

Change to optical mirror 
mode.
(If the light is coming through 
the moon roof or panoramic 
moon roof, close the sun-
shade.)

• The vehicle is in a dark area.
• The vehicle is near a TV tower, 

broadcasting station, electric 
power plant, or other location 
where strong radio waves or 
electrical noise may be pres-
ent.

• The temperature around the 

camera is extremely high/low.

• The ambient temperature is 

extremely low.

• It is raining or humid.
• Sunlight or headlights are shin-

ing directly into the camera 
lens.

• The vehicle is under fluores-

cent lights, sodium lights, mer-
cury lights, etc.

• Exhaust gas is obstructing the 

camera.

Change to optical mirror 
mode.
(Change back to digital mir-
ror mode when the condi-
tions have improved.)

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The image is difficult to 
see.

Foreign matters (such as water 
droplets, snow, mud, etc.) is on 
the camera lens.

Operate the dedicated 
camera cleaning washer 
and clean the camera lens. 
(

P.189)

Change to optical mirror 
mode.

Rinse the camera with a 
large quantity of water, 
wipe it clean with a soft 
cloth dampened with water, 
and then change back to 
digital mirror mode.

The image is out of 
alignment.

The trunk is not fully closed.

Fully close the trunk.

The camera or its surrounding 
area has received a strong 
impact.

Change to optical mirror 
mode and have the vehicle 
inspected by your Lexus 
dealer.

The display is dim and 

 is displayed.

The system may be malfunction-
ing.

Change to optical mirror 
mode and have the vehicle 
inspected by your Lexus 
dealer.

 goes off.

Symptom

Likely cause

Solution

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 is displayed.

The Digital Rearview Mirror is 
extremely hot.
(The display will gradually 
become more dim. If the tem-
perature continues to increase, 
the Digital Rearview Mirror will 
turn off.)

Reducing the cabin tempera-
ture is recommended to 
reduce the temperature of 
the mirror.
(

 will disappear when the 

mirror becomes cool.)

If 

 does not disappear 

even though the mirror is 
cool, have the vehicle 
inspected by your Lexus 
dealer.

The lever cannot be 
operated properly.

The lever may be malfunctioning.

Change to optical mirror 
mode and have the vehicle 
inspected by your Lexus 
dealer.
(To change to optical mirror 
mode, press and hold the 
menu button for approxi-
mately 10 seconds.)

Symptom

Likely cause

Solution

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To select a mirror to adjust, press 
the switch.

The indicator comes on.

Left
Right

Pressing the same switch again will put the 

switch in neutral.

2

To adjust the mirror, press the 
switch.

Up
Right
Down
Left

Mirror angle can be adjusted when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or 

IGNITION ON mode.

Defogging the mirrors

The outside rear view mirrors can be 

cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn on 

the rear window defogger to turn on the 

outside rear view mirror defoggers. 

(

P.324)

Auto anti-glare function

When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror 

is set to automatic mode, the outside rear 

view mirrors will activate in conjunction with 

the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to 

reduce reflected light. (

P.134, 137)

Automatic adjustment of the mirror 

angle

A desired mirror face angle can be entered 

to memory and recalled automatically by 

the driving position memory. (

P.125)

Linked mirror function when reversing

When either “L” or “R” of the mirror select 

switch is selected, the outside rear view mir-

rors will automatically angle downwards 

when the vehicle is reversing in order to 

give a better view of the ground.
To disable this function, select neither “L” 

Outside rear view mirrors

The rear view mirror’s position can 
be adjusted to enable sufficient 
confirmation of the rear view.

WARNING

Important points while driving

Observe the following precautions while 

driving.

Failure to do so may result in loss of con-

trol of the vehicle and cause an accident, 

resulting in death or serious injury.

Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.

Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

Both the driver and passenger side 

mirrors must be extended and prop-

erly adjusted before driving.

Adjustment procedure

A

B

A

B

C

D

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nor “R”.
To set the mirror angle used when the vehi-

cle is reversing, adjust the mirror angle at a 

desired position with the shift position in R.
The adjusted angle will be memorized and 

the mirror will automatically tilt to the mem-

orized angle whenever the shift position is 

shifted to R from next time.
The memorized downward tilt position of 

the mirror is linked to the normal position 

(angle adjusted with the shift position in 

other than R). Therefore, if the normal posi-

tion is changed after adjustment, the tilt 

position will also change.
When the normal position is changed, read-

just the angle in reversing.

Using the switch

Press the switch to fold the mirrors.

Press it again to extend them to the original 
position.

Setting automatic mode

Automatic mode allows the folding or 
extending of the mirrors to be linked to 

locking/unlocking of the doors.
Press the “AUTO” switch to set auto-
matic mode.

The indicator 

 will come on.

Pressing the switch once more will return 
to manual mode.

When disconnecting and reconnecting 

battery terminals

The automatic folding/extending mirror 

function will return to off as default. To turn 

the function on, press the switch again to 

select on.

Using automatic mode in cold weather

When automatic mode is used in cold 

weather, the door mirror could freeze up 

and automatic stowing and return may not 

be possible. In this case, remove any ice and 

snow from the door mirror, then either 

operate the mirror using manual mode or 

move the mirror by hand.

Customization

Some functions can be customized. 

(

P.474)

WARNING

When the mirror defoggers are oper-

ating

Do not touch the rear view mirror sur-

faces, as they can become very hot and 

burn you.

Folding and extending the mir-
rors

WARNING

When a mirror is moving

To avoid personal injury and mirror mal-

function, be careful not to get your hand 

caught by the moving mirror.

A

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The power windows can be opened 
and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the win-
dows as follows:

1

Closing

2

One-touch closing

*

3

Opening

4

One-touch opening

*

*

: To stop the window partway, operate the 

switch in the opposite direction.

The power windows can be operated 

when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON 

mode.

When the driver’s power window switch 

is used to open a rear power window 

(vehicles with rear door sunshades)

If a rear door sunshade is extended or being 

extended when the driver’s power window 

switch is pushed, only the rear door sun-

shade will be retracted. To open the rear 

power window from the driver’s seat, push 

the driver’s power window switch again.

Operating the power windows after 

turning the engine off

The power windows can be operated for 

approximately 45 seconds even after the 

engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY 

mode or turned off. They cannot, however, 

be operated once either front door is 

opened.

Jam protection function

If an object becomes jammed between the 

window and the window frame while the 

window is closing, window movement is 

stopped and the window is opened slightly.

Catch protection function

If an object becomes caught between the 

door and window while the window is open-

ing, window movement is stopped.

When the side window cannot be 

opened or closed

When the jam protection function or catch 

protection function operates unusually and 

the side window cannot be opened or 

closed, perform the following operations 

with the power window switch of that door.

Stop the vehicle. With the engine switch 

in IGNITION ON mode, within 4 sec-

onds of the jam protection function or 

catch protection function activating, con-

tinuously operate the power window 

switch in the one-touch closing direction 

or one-touch opening direction so that 

the side window can be opened and 

closed.

If the side window cannot be opened and 

closed even when performing the above 

operations, perform the following proce-

dure for function initialization.

1

Turn the engine switch to IGNITION 

ON mode.

2

Pull and hold the power window switch 

in the one-touch closing direction and 

completely close the side window.

3

Release the power window switch for a 

moment, resume pulling the switch in 

the one-touch closing direction, and 

hold it there for approximately 6 sec-

onds or more.

4

Press and hold the power window 

switch in the one-touch opening direc-

tion. After the side window is com-

pletely opened, continue holding the 

switch for an additional 1 second or 

more.

Power windows

Opening and closing the power 
windows

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Release the power window switch for a 

moment, resume pushing the switch in 

the one-touch opening direction, and 

hold it there for approximately 4 sec-

onds or more.

6

Pull and hold the power window switch 

in the one-touch closing direction 

again. After the side window is com-

pletely closed, continue holding the 

switch for a further 1 second or more.

If you release the switch while the window is 

moving, start again from the beginning.

If the window reverses and cannot be fully 

closed or opened, have the vehicle 

inspected by your Lexus dealer.

Door lock linked window operation

The power windows can be opened and 
closed using the mechanical key.

*

 

(

P.441)

The power windows can be opened using 
the wireless remote control.

*

 (

P.96)

*

: These settings must be customized at 

your Lexus dealer.

Power windows open warning buzzer

A buzzer sounds and a message is shown 

on the multi-information display in the 

instrument cluster when the engine switch 

is turned off and the driver’s door is opened 

with the power windows open.

Customization

Some functions can be customized. 

(

P.474)

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or 

serious injury.

Closing the windows

The driver is responsible for all the 

power window operations, including 

the operation for the passengers. In 

order to prevent accidental operation, 

especially by a child, do not let a child 

operate the power windows. It is possi-

ble for children and other passengers 

to have body parts caught in the power 

window. Also, when riding with a child, 

it is recommended to use the window 

lock switch. (

P.147)

Check to make sure that all passen-

gers do not have any part of their body 

in a position where it could be caught 

when a window is being operated.

When using the wireless remote con-

trol or mechanical key and operating 

the power windows, operate the 

power window after checking to make 

sure that there is no possibility of any 

passenger having any of their body 

parts caught in the window. Also do 

not let a child operate window by the 

wireless remote control or mechanical 

key. It is possible for children and other 

passengers to get caught in the power 

window.

When exiting the vehicle, turn the 

engine switch off, carry the key and 

exit the vehicle along with the child. 

There may be accidental operation, 

due to mischief, etc., that may possibly 

lead to an accident.

Jam protection function

Never use any part of your body to 

intentionally activate the jam protec-

tion function.

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This function can be used to prevent 
children from accidentally opening or 
closing a passenger window.
Press the switch.

The indicator 

 will come on and the pas-

senger windows will be locked.
The passenger windows can still be 
opened and closed using the driver’s 
switch even if the lock switch is on.

The power windows can be operated 

when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON 

mode.

When the battery is disconnected

The window lock switch is disabled. If nec-

essary, press the window lock switch after 

reconnecting the battery.

WARNING

The jam protection function may not 

work if something gets jammed just 

before the window is fully closed. Be 

careful not to get any part of your body 

jammed in the window.

Catch protection function

Never use any part of your body or 

clothing to intentionally activate the 

catch protection function.

The catch protection function may not 

work if something gets caught just 

before the window is fully opened. Be 

careful not to get any part of your body 

or clothing caught in the window.

Preventing accidental operation 
(window lock switch)

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Opening and closing

1

Opens the moon roof

*

The moon roof tilts up and then fully opens.

2

Closes the moon roof

*

*

: Lightly press either side of the moon roof 

switch to stop the moon roof partway.

Tilting up and down

1

Tilts the moon roof up

*

2

Tilts the moon roof down

*

*

: Lightly press either side of the moon roof 

switch to stop the moon roof partway.

The moon roof can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON 

mode.

Operating the moon roof after turning 

the engine off

The moon roof can be operated for approx-

imately 45 seconds after the engine switch 

is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned 

off. It cannot, however, be operated once 

either front door is opened.

Jam protection function

If an object is detected between the moon 

roof and the frame while the moon roof is 

closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and 

the moon roof opens slightly.

Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed 

manually. However, the sunshade will open 

automatically when the moon roof is 

opened.

Door lock linked moon roof operation

The moon roof can be opened and 
closed using the mechanical key.

*

 

(

P.441)

The moon roof can be opened using the 
wireless remote control.

*

 (

P.96)

*

: These settings must be customized at 

your Lexus dealer.

When the moon roof does not close nor-

mally

Perform the following procedure:

1

Stop the vehicle.

2

Press and hold the “CLOSE” switch.

*

The moon roof will close, reopen and pause 

for approximately 10 seconds. Then it will 

close again and stop at the completely 

closed position.

3

Check to make sure that the moon roof 

is completely closed and then release 

the switch.

*

: If the switch is released at the incorrect 

time, the procedure will have to be per-
formed again from the beginning.

If the moon roof does not fully close even 

Moon roof

*

Use the overhead switches to open 
and close the moon roof and tilt it 
up and down.

Operating the moon roof

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after performing the above procedure cor-

rectly, have the vehicle inspected by your 

Lexus dealer.

If the moon roof does not move normally

If the moon roof does not open or close 

normally or the automatic opening function 

does not operate, perform the following ini-

tialization procedure.

1

Stop the vehicle.

2

Press and hold the “DOWN” switch.

*

The moon roof will stop at the tilt-up posi-

tion. After that, it will open, close, tilt up, tilt 

down, and stop at the fully closed position.

3

Confirm that the moon roof has com-

pletely stopped and release the switch.

*

: If you release the switch while the moon 

roof is moving, perform the procedure 
again from the beginning.

If, after performing the above procedures 

correctly, the moon roof still does not open 

or close normally or the automatic opening 

function does not operate, have the vehicle 

inspected by your Lexus dealer.

Moon roof open warning buzzer

A buzzer sounds and a message is shown 

on the multi-information display in the 

instrument cluster when the engine switch 

is turned off and the driver’s door is opened 

with the moon roof open.

Customization

Some functions can be customized. 

(

P.474)

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may cause death or seri-

ous injury.

Opening the moon roof

Do not allow any passengers to put 

their hands or heads outside the vehi-

cle while it is moving.

Do not sit on top of the moon roof.

Opening and closing the moon roof

The driver is responsible for moon roof 

opening and closing operations.

In order to prevent accidental opera-

tion, especially by a child, do not let a 

child operate the moon roof. It is possi-

ble for children and other passengers 

to have body parts caught in the moon 

roof.

Check to make sure that all passen-

gers do not have any part of their body 

in a position where it could be caught 

when the moon roof is being operated.

When using the wireless remote con-

trol or mechanical key and operating 

the moon roof, operate the moon roof 

after checking to make sure that there 

is no possibility of any passenger hav-

ing any of their body parts caught in 

the moon roof. Also, do not let a child 

operate moon roof by the wireless 

remote control or mechanical key. It is 

possible for children and other passen-

gers to get caught in the moon roof.

When exiting the vehicle, turn the 

engine switch off, carry the key and 

exit the vehicle along with the child. 

There may be accidental operation, 

due to mischief, etc., that may possibly 

lead to an accident.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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