FOREWORD Congratulations on your selection of this Lexus. In Lexus vehicles we have invested all our engineering and design resources; all the know-how we have gained in over 60 years of making automobiles; the highest motivation of our most talented employees; and our tradition of incessant striving toward ever greater quality. This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Lexus. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring. When it comes to service, remember that your Lexus dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number: U.S. OWNERS D When traveling in the U.S. mainland or Canada: Lexus Roadside Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) D HAWAII: Lexus Customer Service Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-255-3987) CANADIAN OWNERS D When traveling in Canada or the U.S. mainland: Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service 1-800-26-LEXUS (Toll-Free) (1-800-265-3987) Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also. All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. i IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS IMPORTANT INFORMATION The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a ABOUT YOUR LEXUS collision. None of these systems, either individually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the event of Occupant restraint systems collision. However, the more you know about these systems and how to use them properly, the greater your chances Lexus encourages you and your family to take the time to read become of surviving an accident without death or serious Section 1-6 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In terms of injury. helping you understand how you can receive the maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this vehicle provides, Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of the Section 1-6 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear seat Section for you and your family to read. belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and Section 1-6 describes the function and operation concerning size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint systems of their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware to, seat belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags of. These systems work together along with the overall can be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest structure of this vehicle in order to provide occupant restraint injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with in the event of a crash. The effect of each system is enhanced interior portions of the vehicle. when it is used properly and together with other systems. No single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide you or In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with your family with the equal level of restraint which these tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags systems can provide when used together. That is why it is makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of important for you and your family to understand the purpose serious injury if an occupant is too close to an airbag, or if an and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate object or some part of his or her body has been placed between to each other. the occupant and the airbag at the time of deployment. This is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1-6 of this Owner’s Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems, and increase the safety they can provide to you and your family in the event of an accident. Lexus recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1-6 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle. ii IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS New vehicle warranty Important health and safety information about Your new vehicle is covered by the following Lexus limited your Lexus warranties: D New vehicle warranty CAUTION D Emission control systems warranty D WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, D Others and a wide variety of automobile components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s Guide”, California to cause cancer and birth defects and “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”. other reproductive harm. In addition, oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste Your responsibility for maintenance produced by component wear contain or emit It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified chemicals known to the State of California to cause maintenance is performed. Section 5 of this Owner’s Manual cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. gives details of these maintenance requirements. Included in D Battery posts, terminals and related accessories Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals Supplement / Scheduled Maintenance”. that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water. iii IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS Accessories, spare parts and modification of Tires and loading on your Lexus your Lexus Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for excess load may result in the deterioration of steering Lexus vehicles are currently available in the market. You ability and braking ability, leading to an accident. should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be is not responsible for their performance, repair or replacement, sure to keep the load limits given in this Owner’s or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they Manual. For details about tire inflation pressure and may have on, your Lexus vehicle. load limits, see pages 656 and 544. This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification with non- genuine Lexus products Scrapping of your Lexus could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your performance problems resulting from the modification may not Lexus contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped be covered under warranty. with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the Spark ignition system of your Lexus system of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Lexus The spark ignition system in your Lexus meets all dealer before you scrap your vehicle. requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Standard. Installation of a mobile two-way radio system As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. iv IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR LEXUS On-pavement and off-road driving tips This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it is designed for off-road use also. In addition, this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than that of an ordinary passenger car. This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to rollover. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, accidents or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. Be sure to read “Off-road vehicle precautions” on page 517 and “Off-road driving precautions” on page 522. v HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The contents of this manual are explained briefly on this The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed page to help you make the best use of the manual. Please below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points read this page and the rest of the Owner’s Manual you should pay particular attention to. carefully to make sure you fully understand the operation of your vehicle. 1. Keys and doors This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable driving.