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1-5. Theft deterrent system

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1-5.Theft deterrent system

The indicator light flashes after the 
power switch has been turned off to 
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after 
the power switch has been turned to 
ACCESSORY or ON mode to indi-
cate that the system has been can-
celed.

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type 

immobilizer system.

Conditions that may cause the system to 

malfunction

If the grip portion of the key is in contact 

with a metallic object

If the key is in close proximity to or touch-

ing a key to the security system (key with 

a built-in transponder chip) of another 

vehicle

Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in tran-
sponder chips that prevent the 
hybrid system from starting if a key 
has not been previously registered 
in the vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the 
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not 
guarantee absolute security 
against all vehicle thefts.

Operating the system

NOTICE

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If 

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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For safety and security

Items to check before locking the 
vehicle

To prevent unexpected triggering of 
the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure 
of the following:

Nobody is in the vehicle.

The windows and moon roof are 
closed before the alarm is set.

No valuables or other personal 
items are left in the vehicle.

Setting

Close the doors, trunk and hood, and 

lock all the doors. The system will be 
set automatically after 30 seconds.

The indicator light changes from being on 
to flashing when the system is set.

Deactivating or stopping

Do one of the following to deactivate 
or stop the alarms:

Except for Canada: Unlock the 
doors.

Except for Canada: Open the trunk.

For Canada: Unlock the doors or 
open the trunk using the entry func-
tion or wireless remote control.

Turn the power switch to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode, or start the 
hybrid system. (The alarm will be 
deactivated or stopped after a few 
seconds.)

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type 

alarm system.

Triggering of the alarm

The alarm may be triggered in the following 

situations: 

(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm 

system.)

For Canada: The doors are unlocked 

using the mechanical key.

Alarm

The alarm uses light and sound to 
give an alert when an intrusion is 
detected. 
The alarm is triggered in the follow-
ing situations when the alarm is set:

Except for Canada: A locked 
door or trunk is unlocked or 
opened in any way other than 
using the entry function, wireless 
remote control or mechanical 
key. (The doors will lock again 
automatically.)

For Canada: A locked door or 
trunk is unlocked or opened in 
any way other than using the 
entry function or wireless remote 
control. (The doors will lock again 
automatically.)

The hood is opened.

Setting/deactivating/stopping 
the alarm system

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For Canada: The trunk is opened using 

the mechanical key.

A person inside the vehicle opens a door, 

the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehicle.

The 12-volt battery is recharged or 

replaced when the vehicle is locked. 

(

P.485)

Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, depending on the sit-

uation, the door may automatically lock to 

prevent improper entry into the vehicle:

When a person remaining in the vehicle 

unlocks the door and the alarm is acti-

vated.

While the alarm is activated, a person 

remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.

NOTICE

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If 

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Gauges and meters ....................

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Multi-information display..........

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Head-up display ...........................

89

Energy monitor/consumption 

screen ............................................

93

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For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrations display all warning lights 
and indicators illuminated.

Vehicles without Advanced Drive

Vehicles with Advanced Drive

The location of warning lights and indicators may differ depending on the selected main 

Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, center panel and 
outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various 
systems.

Warning lights and indicators displayed on the instrument cluster

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Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.

Warning lights

(U.S.A.)

Brake system warning light

*1

 

(

P.463)

(red)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light

*1

 

(

P.463)

(yellow)

Brake system warning light

*1

 

(

P.463)

High coolant temperature 
warning light

*2

 (

P.463)

Hybrid system overheat warn-
ing light

*2

 (

P.464)

Charging system warning 
light

*2

 (

P.464)

Low traction battery warning 
light

*2

 (

P.464)

Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light

*2

 (

P.464)

(U.S.A.)

Malfunction indicator lamp

*1

 

(

P.465)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

*1

 

(

P.465)

SRS warning light

*1

 (

P.465)

Pop Up Hood warning light

*1

 

(

P.465)

(U.S.A.)

ABS warning light

*1

 (

P.465)

(Canada)

ABS warning light

*1

 (

P.465)

Inappropriate pedal operation 
warning light

*2

 (

P.466)

(red)

Electric power steering system 
warning light

*1

 (

P.466)

(yellow)

Electric power steering system 
warning light

*1

 (

P.466)

Low fuel level warning light 
(

P.466)

Driver’s and front passenger’s 
seat belt reminder light 
(

P.467)

Rear passengers’ seat 
belt reminder lights 
(

P.467)

Tire pressure warning light

*1

 

(

P.468)

(orange)

LTA indicator (

P.468)

(flashes)

RCD OFF indicator (

P.468)

(flashes or 

illuminates)

PCS warning light

*1

 (

P.469)

Slip indicator

*1

 (

P.469)

(flashes)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.469)

(flashes)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.469)

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: These lights come on when the power 

switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the 
hybrid system is on, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a 
system if the lights do not come on, or 
turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by 
your Lexus dealer.

*2

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

*3

: Refer to “Lexus Teammate Advanced 

Drive OWNER’S MANUAL” at 
Lexus.com.

The indicators inform the driver of the 
operating state of the vehicle’s various 
systems.

(flashes)

Brake hold operated indicator

*1

 

(

P.470)

Advanced Drive warning light 
(if equipped)

*1, 3

WARNING

If a safety system warning light does 

not come on

Should a safety system light such as the 

ABS and SRS warning light not come on 

when you start the hybrid system, this 

could mean that these systems are not 

available to help protect you in an acci-

dent, which could result in death or seri-

ous injury. Have the vehicle inspected by 

your Lexus dealer immediately if this 

occurs.

Indicators

Turn signal indicator (

P.184)

(U.S.A.)

Headlight indicator (

P.190)

(Canada)

Tail light indicator (

P.190)

Headlight high beam indicator 
(

P.192)

AHB indicator (

P.193)

PCS warning light

*1, 2

 (

P.217, 

230)
Cruise control indicator 
(

P.266)

Dynamic radar cruise control 
indicator (

P.266)

Cruise control “SET” indicator 
(

P.266)

*3

LTA indicator (

P.228, 247, 

259)

BSM outside rear view mirror 
indicators

*1, 4

 (

P.278, 293)

BSM OFF indicator

*1, 2

 

(

P.278)

Intuitive parking assist OFF 
indicator

*1, 2

 (

P.285)

RCTA OFF indicator

*1, 2

 

(

P.293)

RCD OFF indicator

*2

 

(

P.297)

PKSB OFF indicator

*1, 2

 

(

P.301)

(flashes)

Slip indicator

*1

 (

P.337)

VSC OFF indicator

*1, 2

 

(

P.337)

High mode indicator (

P.333)

Smart access system with 
push-button start indicator

*5

 

(

P.171)

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Drive mode indicators

*1

: These lights come on when the power 

switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the 
hybrid system is on, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a 
system if the lights do not come on, or 
turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by 
your Lexus dealer.

*2

: This light comes on when the system is 

turned off.

*3

: Depending on the operating condition, 

the color and illuminating/flashing state 
of the light change.

*4

: This light illuminates on the outside rear 

view mirrors.

*5

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

*6

: When the outside temperature is 

approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, this 
indicator will flash for approximately 10 
seconds, then stay on.

*7

: This light illuminates on the center 

panel.

*8

: Refer to “Lexus Teammate Advanced 

Drive OWNER’S MANUAL” at 
Lexus.com.

“READY” indicator (

P.171)

EV drive mode indicator 
(

P.176)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.185)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator 
(

P.185)

Brake hold standby indicator

*1

 

(

P.188)

Brake hold operated indicator

*1

 

(

P.188)

EV indicator (

P.65)

Low outside temperature indi-
cator

*6

 (

P.80)

Security indicator

*7

 (

P.72, 

73)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” 
indicator

*1, 7

 (

P.42)

Advanced Drive indicator (if 
equipped)

*8

Snow mode indicator (

P.182)

Normal mode indicator 
(

P.331)

Custom mode indicator 
(

P.331)

Comfort mode indicator 
(

P.331)

Eco drive mode indicator 
(

P.331)

Sport S mode indicator 
(

P.331)

Sport S+ mode indicator 
(

P.331)

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Locations of gauges and meters

Vehicles without Advanced Drive

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Odometer and trip meter display (

P.83)

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (

P.82)

This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to 
show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (

P.87, 331)

Speedometer
Clock

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (

P.388)

Shift position indicator (

P.179)

Shift range/gear position (

P.178)

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Multi-information display

Gauges and meters

Meter display

A

B
C

D

E
F

G

H

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Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (

P.84)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (

P.472)

Vehicles with Advanced Drive

The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehicle.

Odometer and trip meter display (

P.83)

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C)

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (

P.82)

This display changes to a tachometer depending on the driving mode, and can be set to 
show the tachometer in any driving mode on the settings display. (

P.87, 331)

Speedometer
Clock

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the center panel. (

P.388)

Shift position indicator (

P.179)

Shift range/gear position (

P.178)

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (

P.84)

Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (

P.472)

A
B

C

D

E

F

G

H

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Hybrid System Indicator

Charge area

Shows regeneration

*

 status.

Regenerated energy will be used to charge 
the hybrid battery (traction battery).

Hybrid Eco area

Shows that gasoline engine power is not 
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop 
and restart under various conditions.

Eco area

Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an 
Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the bar display within Eco area, 
more Eco-friendly driving can be achieved.

Power area

Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is 
being exceeded (during full power driving 
etc.)

*

: When used in this manual, regeneration 

refers to the conversion of energy cre-
ated by the movement of the vehicle into 
electrical energy.

Displayed items when using Advanced 

Drive (if equipped)

When using Advanced Drive, the displayed 

items and their location will differ. Refer to 

“Lexus Teammate Advanced Drive 

OWNER’S MANUAL” at Lexus.com for 

details.

Engine speed

On hybrid electric vehicles, engine speed is 

precisely controlled in order to help 

improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust 

emissions etc.

There are times when the engine speed that 

is displayed may differ even when vehicle 

operation and driving conditions are the 

same.

Hybrid System Indicator is displayed 

when

The Hybrid System Indicator is displayed in 

the following situations:

The shift position is in D or M.

When the tachometer setting is set to 

change according to the driving mode 

and a driving mode other than sport 

mode is selected

When the tachometer setting is set to 

always display the Hybrid System Indica-

tor

However, the Hybrid System Indicator will 

not be displayed when the analog and digi-
tal speedometers are both enabled on 

 

of the multi-information display. (

P.87)

Outside temperature display

In the following situations, the correct 

outside temperature may not be dis-

played, or the display may take longer 

than normal to change:

• When stopped, or driving at low speeds 

(less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has 

changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of 

a garage, tunnel, etc.)

When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system 

may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle 

to your Lexus dealer.

Liquid crystal display

P.85

Customization

The gauges and meters can be customized 
on 

 of the multi-information display. 

(

P.87)

A

B

C

D

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Display items

Odometer

Displays the total distance the vehicle has 
been driven.

Trip meter A/trip meter B

Displays the distance the vehicle has been 
driven since the meter was last reset. Trip 
meters A and B can be used to record and 
display different distances independently.

Distance until next engine oil 

change

Displays the distance the vehicle can be 
driven until an oil change is necessary.

Changing the display

Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is 
pressed, the displayed item will be 
changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch 
will reset the trip meter.

Pop-up display

Distance until the next engine oil 
change will displayed when a warning 
message indicating that oil mainte-
nance should be performed soon or is 
required is displayed.

The brightness of the instrument panel 
lights can be adjusted.

WARNING

The information display at low tem-

peratures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm 

up before using the liquid crystal infor-

mation display. At extremely low tem-

peratures, the information display 

monitor may respond slowly, and display 

changes may be delayed.

For example, there is a lag between the 

driver’s shifting and the new gear number 

appearing on the display. This lag could 

cause the driver to downshift again, 

causing rapid and excessive engine brak-

ing and possibly an accident resulting in 

death or injury.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the engine and 

its components

Do not let the indicator needle of the 

tachometer enter the red zone, which 

indicates the maximum engine speed.

The engine may be overheating if the 

engine coolant temperature gauge is 

in the red zone (H). In this case, imme-

diately stop the vehicle in a safe place, 

and check the engine after it has 

cooled completely. (

P.488)

Odometer and trip meter dis-
play

Changing the instrument panel 
light brightness

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Darker

2

Brighter

Brightness of the meters (day mode and 

night mode)

The brightness of the meters changes 

between day mode and night mode.

Day mode: When the tail lights are off or 

when the tail lights are on but the sur-

rounding area is bright

Night mode: When the tail lights are on 

and the surrounding area is dark

Display

By selecting menu icons on the 
multi-information display, a variety of 
driving-related information can be dis-
played. The multi-information display 
can also be used to change display set-
tings and other vehicle settings.
Warning or suggestion/advice pop-up 
displays are also displayed in certain 
situations.

Vehicles without Advanced Drive

Vehicles with Advanced Drive

Menu icons

The menu icons will be displayed by 
pressing 

 or 

 of the meter con-

trol switch.

Multi-information display

Display and menu icons

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Liquid crystal display

Small spots or light spots may appear on the 

display. This phenomenon is characteristic 

of liquid crystal displays, and there is no 

problem continuing to use the display.

The multi-information display is oper-
ated using the meter control switches.

/

: Select menu icons

/

: Change displayed con-

tent, scroll up/down the screen and 
move the cursor up/down
Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset
Return to the previous screen
Call sending/receiving and history 
display

Linked with the hands-free system, sending 
or receiving call is displayed. For details 
regarding the hands-free system, refer to 
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA 
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Display items

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control 

switch and select 

. Then press 

 

or 

 to display the following items:

Drive information 1

Drive information 2

Energy monitor (

P.94)

Tire pressure (

P.429)

Display off

Driving information display 
(

P.85)

Navigation system-linked dis-
play (

P.86)

Audio system-linked display 
(

P.86)

Driving support system infor-
mation display

*

 (

P.87)

Warning message display 
(

P.472)

Settings display (

P.87)

WARNING

Caution for use while driving

When operating the multi-information 

display while driving, pay extra atten-

tion to the safety of the area around the 

vehicle.

Do not look continuously at the 

multi-information display while driving 

as you may fail to see pedestrians, 

objects on the road, etc. ahead of the 

vehicle.

The information display at low tem-

peratures

P.83

Changing the meter display

Content of driving information

A

B

C

D

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Drive information 1/Drive infor-
mation 2

Displays drive information such as the 
following:

Use the displayed values as a reference 
only.

Drive information 1

• Current fuel consumption
• Average fuel economy (after reset)

Drive information 2

• Distance (driving range)
• Average vehicle speed (after reset)

Displayed items (listed below) can be 
changed on 

. (

P.87)

Current fuel consumption

Bar type: Displays instantaneous current 
fuel consumption

Average fuel economy

After reset: Displays average fuel con-
sumption since the display was reset

*1

After start: Displays average fuel con-
sumption since hybrid system start
After refuel: Displays average fuel con-
sumption since refuel

Average vehicle speed

After reset: Displays average vehicle 
speed since the display was reset

*1

After start: Displays average vehicle speed 
since hybrid system start

Elapsed time

After reset: Displays elapsed time since the 
display was reset

*1

After start: Displays elapsed time since 
hybrid system start

Distance

Driving range: Displays driving range with 
remaining fuel

*2, 3

After start: Displays the distance driven 
since hybrid system start

Other

Blank: No item

*1

: To reset, display the desired item and 

press and hold 

 of the meter control 

switch.

*2

: This distance is computed based on 

your average fuel consumption. As a 
result, the actual distance that can be 
driven may differ from that displayed.

*3

: When only a small amount of fuel is 

added to the tank, the display may not 
be updated.
When refueling, turn the power switch 
off. If the vehicle is refueled without 
turning the power switch off, the display 
may not be updated.

Select to display the following naviga-
tion system-linked information.

Route guidance to destination

Compass display (heading-up dis-
play)

Route guidance to destination display

When the route guidance to destination 

display is enabled on the head-up display, it 

will not be displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display. (

P.91)

Select to enable selection of an audio 
source or track on the meter using the 

Navigation system-linked dis-
play

Audio system-linked display

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meter control switches.

Select to display the operational status 
of the following systems:

Vehicles without Advanced Drive: Dis-
played by pressing the 

 or 

 meter 

control switch to select 

.

Vehicles with Advanced Drive: Displayed 
on the multi-information display in the cen-
ter of the meter.

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (

P.241, 

254)

Dynamic radar cruise control with 
full-speed range (

P.266)

RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if 
equipped) (

P.263)

Meter display settings that can be 
changed

Language

Select to change the language displayed.

Units

Select to change the units of measure dis-
played.

Speedometer display

Select to set the display of the speedome-
ter to digital/analog/both digital and ana-
log.

Drive information 1/Drive informa-
tion 2

Select to select up to 2 items (

P.86) that 

will be displayed on each Drive information 

screen (Drive information 1 screen and 
Drive information 2 screen) respectively.

Clock

Select to switch between 12-hour display 
and 24-hour display.

Pop-up display

Select to enable/disable pop-up displays 
for each relevant system.

Accent color

Select to change the accent color on the 
screen, such as the cursor color.

Tachometer setting

Select to set the display of the Hybrid Sys-
tem Indicator or tachometer for each driv-
ing mode.

EV indicator

Select to enable/disable the EV indicator.

Default setting

Select to reset the meter display settings to 
the default setting.

Vehicle functions and settings that 
can be changed

P.513

Suspension of the settings display

Some settings cannot be changed while 

driving. When changing settings, park 

the vehicle in a safe place.

If a warning message is displayed, opera-

tion of the settings display will be sus-

pended.

Driving support system informa-
tion display

Settings display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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