Lexus NX (2022 year). Manual in english

When the normal position is changed, readjust the angle in reversing.

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Using the reverse-linked function when it is cold

When reverse-linked function used in cold weather, the door mirror could be frozen
and may not automatically point the mirror surface downward. In this event, remove
any ice and snow from the mirror surface.

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Customizable features(P. 650)

Folding/extending the outside rear view mirrors

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Using the switch

Press the switch to fold the mirrors.

Press it again to extend them to the original position.

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Setting automatic mode

Automatic mode allows the folding or extending of the mirrors to be linked to
locking/unlocking of the doors.
Press the switch to set automatic mode.

The indicator

will come on.

Pressing the switch once more will return to manual mode.

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INFORMATION

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Using automatic mode when it is cold

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 event, after removing any ice
and snow from the door mirror, operate the mirror using manual mode or move it by
hand.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

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Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

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Do not touch an outside rear view mirror when it is moving. Failure to do so may lead
to your finger being pinched or the mirror being damaged.

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As the mirror surface will be hot, do not touch an outside rear view mirror when the
mirror heater is operating.

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Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted
before driving.

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Starting and stopping the engine

Starting the engine

WARNING

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator
pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.

NOTICE

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When starting the engine

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Do not race a cold engine.

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If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked
by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
immediately.

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Operation of the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the
switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

Check that the parking brake is set.

The parking brake indicator will come on.

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. If it is not

displayed, the engine cannot be started.

Press the engine switch shortly and firmly.

When operating the engine switch, one short,
firm press is enough. It is not necessary to press
and hold the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30
seconds, whichever is less.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the
engine is completely started.
The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.

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INFORMATION

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Engine switch illumination

According to the situation, the engine switch illumination operates as follows.

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When a door is opened, or the engine switch mode is changed from ACC or ON
to off, the engine switch illumination slowly blinks.

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When depressing the brake pedal with carrying the electronic key on your
person, the engine switch illumination rapidly blinks.

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When the engine switch is in ACC or ON, the engine switch illumination illumi-
nates.

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If the engine does not start

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The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. Contact any
authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display, read the
message and follow the instructions.

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Steering lock function

After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering
wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the engine switch
again automatically cancels the steering lock.

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Operation of the engine switch

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If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the engine switch mode may not
change or the engine may not start.

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If attempting to restart the engine immediately after turning the engine switch off,
the engine may not start in some cases. After turning the engine switch off, please
wait a few seconds before restarting the engine.

Changing the engine switch mode

Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake pedal released.
(The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

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OFF
The emergency flashers can be used.

ACC

Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used. "ACCESSORY"
will be displayed on the multi-information
display.

ON
All electrical components can be used.
"IGNITION ON" will be displayed on the
multi-information display.

INFORMATION

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Auto power off function

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If the vehicle is left in ACC or ON (the engine is not operating) for more than 20
minutes with the shift position in P, the engine switch will automatically turn to OFF.

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If the battery is low with the shift position is in P and the engine switch is in ACC or
ON (the engine is not operating). The engine switch is automatically turn to OFF.

However, this function cannot entirely prevent the battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time when the engine is
not operating.

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When the shift control system malfunctions

If the shift control system is malfunctioning, when attempting to turn the engine switch off,
it may not be able to be turned off. In this situation, it may be possible to turn the engine
switch off by applying the parking brake and then operating the engine switch.
If there is a malfunction in the system, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. immediately.

NOTICE

Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time
when the engine is not operating.
If "ACCESSORY"or "IGNITION ON" is displayed on the meters while the engine is not
running, the engine switch is not off. Exit the vehicle after turning the engine switch off.

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This can be enabled/disabled through a customize setting.

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Stopping the engine

WARNING

If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and
hold the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in
succession.
However, do not touch the engine switch while driving, except in an emergency. Turning
the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, however
the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and
brake. Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

Stop the vehicle completely.

Press the P position switch.

Check that the shift position indicator shows P and the parking brake indicator is
illuminated.

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished (the shift position
indicator will be extinguished a few seconds after the meter display).

Release the brake pedal and check that the display on the instrument cluster is
off.

Situations where idling is necessary before stopping the engine
(NX350)

To prevent damage to the turbocharger, immediately after high-load driving, such
as continuous driving up steep mountain roads, driving on a race track, or when
towing a trailer or another vehicle (vehicles with a towing package), allow the
engine to idle for approximately 1 minute before stopping the engine.
Idling is not necessary after normal city driving or high-speed driving (at the legal
or recommended highway speed limit).

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Stop & Start system

Stop & Start sysmem effort and caution

The Stop & Start system stops and starts the engine according to brake pedal
or shift lever operation when the vehicle is stopped, such as at a stoplight, intersec-
tion, etc., in order to improve fuel economy and reduce noise pollution caused by
the engine idling.

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Points for use

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If the engine switch is pressed when the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start
system, the engine will not be able to be restarted by the automatic engine
start function. In this case, restart the engine using the normal engine starting
procedure.

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When the engine is being restarted by the Stop & Start system, the power
outlets may be temporarily unusable, but this does not indicate a malfunction.

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Installation and removal of electrical components and wireless devices may
affect the Stop & Start system.
Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.

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When stopping the vehicle for a longer period of time, turn the engine switch off
to stop the engine completely.

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When the engine is restarted by the Stop & Start system, the steering wheel may
temporarily feel heavy.

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Hill-start assist control

When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system when the vehicle is on an
incline, when the brake pedal is released, brake force is temporarily maintained to
prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards before the engine is restarted and drive
force is generated. When drive force is generated, the maintained brake force is
automatically canceled.

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This function operates on flat surfaces as well as steep inclines.

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Sound may be generated from the brake system, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.

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Sound may be generated from the brake system, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.

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If equipped

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WARNING

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When the Stop & Start system is operating

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Make sure to disable the Stop & Start system while the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated
area. If not disabled, the engine may be automatically restarted unexpectedly, causing
exhaust gases to collect and enter the vehicle, possibly resulting in death or a serious
health hazard.

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Do not leave the vehicle while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system (while
the Stop & Start indicator is on). An accident may occur due to the automatic engine
start function.

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Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking brake when necessary while the
engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).

NOTICE

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To ensure the system operates correctly

If any of the following situations occur, the Stop & Start system may not operate correctly
Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer.

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While the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light flashes.

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Even though the driver’s seat belt is not fastened, the driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light does not illuminate.

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Even though the driver’s door is closed, the open door warning light is illuminated or
the interior light is illuminated when the interior light switch is in the door position.

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Even though the driver’s door is open, the open door warning light does not illuminate
or the interior light does not illuminate when the interior light switch is in the door
position.

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Stop & Start system operation

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Stopping the engine

While driving with the D shift position selected,
depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle. The
engine will stop automatically. When the engine
stops, the Stop & Start indicator will illuminate.

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Restarting the engine

Release the brake pedal. The engine will start automatically. When the engine
starts, the Stop & Start indicator will turn off.

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When the brake hold system is operating

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When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, if the brake pedal is
released the engine will remain stopped.

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If the accelerator pedal is depressed while the engine is stopped by the Stop &
Start system, the engine will restart.

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While the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, if the engine is restarted,
the brake hold system will continue to apply the brakes, unless the operation
conditions of the brake hold system are no longer met.

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When the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating

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When the vehicle is stopped by the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range, the engine will stop automatically even though the brake pedal is not
depressed.

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When the preceding vehicle starts off, the engine will restart automatically.

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If the engine is restarted automatically by the Stop & Start system during a
controlled stop by the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range, the
controlled stop will continue.

INFORMATION

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Operating conditions

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The Stop & Start system is operational when all of the following conditions are met:

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The vehicle has been driven a certain amount of time.

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The brake pedal is being depressed firmly. (Except when the vehicle is stopped by
the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range when in vehicle-to-vehicle
distance control mode)

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The D shift position is selected.

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The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

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The driver’s door is closed.

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The windshield defogger is off.

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The accelerator pedal is not being depressed.

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The engine is adequately warmed up.

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The outside temperature is -5°C (23°F) or higher.

•

The hood is closed.

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In the following situations the engine may not be stopped by the Stop & Start system.
This is not a malfunction of the Stop & Start system.

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When the air conditioning system is being used.

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When the battery is undergoing a periodic recharge.

•

When the battery is not sufficiently charged, such as if the vehicle has been parked
for a long time and the battery charge has decreased, the electric load is large, the
battery fluid temperature is excessively low or the battery has deteriorated.

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When the brake booster vacuum is low.

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When the elapsed time since the engine was restarted is short.

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When the vehicle is stopped frequently, such as when in a traffic jam.

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When the engine coolant temperature or transmission fluid temperature is ex-
tremely low or high.

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When the vehicle is stopped on a steep incline.

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When the steering wheel is being operated.

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When the vehicle is being driven in a high altitude area.

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When the battery fluid temperature is extremely low or high.

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For a while after the battery terminals have been disconnected and reconnected.

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When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the engine will be restarted
automatically if any of the following conditions are met: (To enable the engine to be
stopped by the Stop & Start system again, drive the vehicle.)

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The air conditioning system is turned on.

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The windshield defogger is turned on.

•

The shift lever is shifted from D or P.

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The shift lever is shifted from P. (When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start
system when the shift lever is in P.)

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The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.

•

The driver’s door is opened.

•

The Stop & Start cancel switch is pressed.

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The steering wheel is operated.

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The accelerator pedal is depressed.

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The vehicle starts to roll on an incline.

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When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the engine may restart
automatically in the following situations: (To enable the engine to be stopped by the
Stop & Start system again, drive the vehicle.)

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When the brake pedal is pumped or strongly depressed.

•

When the air conditioning system is being used.

•

When a switch of the air conditioning system is operated (windshield defogger
switch, etc.).

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If the battery charge becomes low.

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When the hood is opened

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If the hood is opened while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the
engine will stall and will not be able to be restarted by the automatic engine start
function. In this case, restart the engine using the normal engine starting procedure.

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If the hood is closed after the engine is started with the hood open, the Stop & Start
system will not operate. Close the hood, turn the engine switch off, wait 30 seconds or
more, and then start the engine.

Disabling the Stop & Start system

When the air conditioning is in automatic mode and the engine is stopped by the
Stop & Start system, the fan may operate at a low speed in order to prevent the
temperature in the cabin from increasing or decreasing or may be stopped.

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In the following situations, disable the Stop & Start system.

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When you want to prioritize air conditioning system performance

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If the windshield is fogged up

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If an odor is emitted from the air conditioning system

Press the Stop & Start cancel switch to disable
the Stop & Start system.
The Stop & Start cancel indicator will illuminate.
Pressing the switch again will enable the Stop &
Start system and the Stop & Start cancel indica-
tor will turn off.

INFORMATION

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Automatic enabling of the Stop & Start system

If the Stop & Start system is disabled using the Stop & Start cancel switch, it will be
automatically re-enabled once the engine switch is turned off and then the engine is
started.

Multi-information display messages

If the following situations,

and a message may be displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display.

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Vehicles without downhill

assist control system

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Vehicles with downhill as-

sist control system

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When the engine cannot be stopped by the Stop & Start system

Message

Details/Actions

"Stop & Start
System Mal-
function Visit
Your Dealer"

The Stop & Start system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

"Press Brake
More to Acti-
vate"

The brake pedal is not sufficiently depressed.
If the brake pedal is depressed further, the system will operate.

"Non-Dedi-
cated Battery "

A battery not designed for use with a Stop & Start system may have
been installed.
The Stop & Start system does not operate.
Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

"Battery
Charging"

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The battery charge may be low.
Stopping of the engine is temporarily prohibited to prioritize charging
of the battery. After the engine runs for a certain amount of time, the
system will be enabled.

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A refresh charge may be occurring
After a refresh charge for up to an hour completes, the system can be
operated.

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If displayed continuously for a long time (more than an hour)
The battery may be deteriorated. Contact any authorized Lexus re-
tailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for details.

"Stop & Start
system un-
available"

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The Stop & Start system is temporarily disabled.
Allow the engine to run for some time.

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The engine may have been started with the hood open.
Close the hood, turn the engine switch off, wait for 30 seconds or
more, and then start the engine.

"Preparing to
Operate"

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The vehicle is being driven in a high altitude area.

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The brake booster vacuum is low.
When the brake booster vacuum reaches a predetermined level, the
system will be enabled.

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Message

Details/Actions

"For Climate
Control"

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The air conditioning system is being used when the ambient tempera-
ture is high or low.
If the difference between the set temperature and cabin temperature
becomes small, the system will be enabled.

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The windshield defogger is on.

▶

When the engine automatically restarts while stopped by the Stop & Start

system

Message

Details/Actions

"Preparing to
Operate"

The brake pedal has been depressed further or pumped.
The system will be enabled after the engine runs and the brake
booster vacuum reaches a predetermined level.

"For Climate
Control"

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The air conditioning system has been turned on or is being used.

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The windshield defogger has been turned on.

"Battery Charg-
ing"

The battery charge may be low.
The system will be enabled after the engine runs to sufficiently charge
the battery.

The audio system is suddenly cut off

When the volume of the audio system is excessively high, sound output from the
audio system may suddenly be cut off in order to reduce battery consumption.
To re-enable the audio system, turn the engine switch off, wait for 3 seconds or
more and then turn it to ACC or ON.
The audio system may not be activated if the battery terminals are disconnected
and then reconnected.
Turn the engine switch off and then repeat the following operation twice to
activate the audio system normally.

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Turn the engine switch to ON and then to OFF.

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Driving procedures

Driving procedure

WARNING

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When driving the vehicle

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If the vehicle is coasting due to the engine being stopped, etc., do not operate the door
locks or open a door until the vehicle has been safely stopped. Doing so may cause the
steering lock function to operate, possibly leading to an accident.

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When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to difficulty in operating
the pedals.
Make sure to operate the pedals properly.

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Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only
slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelerator pedals properly.

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Depress the brake pedal using your right foot.
Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency,
resulting in an accident.

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Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials. The
exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may cause a
fire if there is any flammable material nearby.

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Never turn the engine switch off during normal driving. If the engine is stopped while
driving, steering and brake operations will still be possible, however, power assist will
no longer be provided and the steering wheel and brakes will become difficult to
operate. After checking the safety of the area around your vehicle, stop the vehicle
on the side of the road. In an emergency, if the vehicle cannot be stopped normally,
perform an emergency stop.

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Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep
hill. Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effec-
tiveness.

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Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear
view mirrors while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.

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Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body are not
outside the vehicle.

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AWD models: This vehicle is not designed for extreme off-roading.

•

When driving in sand or mud is unavoidable, drive carefully and avoid continuous
driving on sand or mud.

•

Do not drive on extremely rocky roads or extremely uneven roads.

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