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IS 250/350 BLUETOOTH ® PHONE VEHICLE PAIRING step 1 Press the "INFO" panel button and touch the "Telephone" screen icon to pair the Bluetooth devices. step 2 Touch the "Settings" screen icon to begin the pairing process. step 3 Touch the "Register" screen icon to pair the Bluetooth equipped cell phone. step 4 Perform the Bluetooth pairing procedures found in the cell phone manufacturer's owner's manual. When prompted by your cell phone, input the 4-digit passkey shown on the vehicle's screen into the cell phone. step 5 Upon connection, the system will indicate that the pairing process was successful. step 6 The screen will automatically transition to the main Telephone screen after the pairing process has been completed. 13 Quick Tip - Verify the Bluetooth cell phone has been approved by visiting www.Lexus.com. Quick Tip - Verify that the Bluetooth feature has been switched ON and visible to other Bluetooth devices. Alphabetical index Alphabetical index A A/C (Air conditioning system) ........ 162 ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......... 139 Air conditioning filter ........................... 291 Air conditioning system (A/C) Air conditioning filter .........................291 Automatic air conditioning system....................................................162 Airbags Airbag operating conditions...........59 Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 63 Airbag warning light ........................330 Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............................................59 Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 63 General airbag precautions ........... 63 Locations of airbags............................ 57 Modification and disposal of airbags.................................................... 67 Proper driving posture .............55, 63 Side airbag operating conditions..............................................59 Side airbag precautions .................... 63 SRS airbags ............................................. 57 Alarm ............................................................52 Antenna ..................................................... 178 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......... 139 Armrest.....................................................224 Ashtrays......................................................217 Audio system Antenna ............................................... 178 AUX adapter........................................ 198 CD player/changer ............................ 181 MP3/WMA disc .................................187 Optimal use........................................... 195 404 Radio ......................................................... 174 Steering wheel audio switch..........199 Automatic air conditioning system ......................................................162 Automatic headlight leveling system .......................................................115 Automatic light control system.......... 113 Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .....................92 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P....................................357 S mode .......................................................94 AUX adapter .......................................... 198 B BA (Brake assist)....................................139 Back-up lights Wattage .................................................383 Battery Checking..................................................271 If the vehicle has discharged battery ..................................................362 Preparing and checking before winter........................................151 Bottle holders.........................................209 Brake Fluid...........................................................270 Parking brake..........................................99 Brake assist (BA)....................................139 C Care Exterior....................................................244 Interior......................................................246 Seat belts ................................................247 Cargo capacity........................................147 Cargo hooks ..........................................230 CD changer...............................................181 Alphabetical index CD player................................................... 181 Chains.........................................................153 Child restraint system (CRS) Booster seats, definition.................... 68 Booster seats, installation..................72 Convertible seats, definition ........... 68 Convertible seats, installation .........72 Infant seats, definition ......................... 68 Infant seats, installation........................72 Installing CRS with lower anchorages...........................................75 Installing CRS with seatbelts ...........72 Installing CRS with top straps.........76 Child safety Airbag precautions ............................. 63 Battery precautions.............. 273, 364 Child restraint system ........................ 68 Child-protectors..................................... 16 How your child should wear the seatbelt............................................33 Installing child restraints.......................71 Moon roof.................................................46 Power window lock switch ............... 41 Power window precautions.............43 Removed electronic key battery precautions ....................................... 294 Seat belt comfort guide....................... 31 Seat belt extender precautions ..... 35 Seat belt precautions...........................34 Seat heater precautions........221, 223 Trunk..............................................................21 Child-protectors ....................................... 16 Cigarette lighter.....................................218 Cleaning Exterior....................................................244 Interior .....................................................246 Seat belts................................................ 247 Clock .......................................................... 213 Coat hooks..............................................228 Compass ..................................................238 Condenser ..............................................270 Console box ...........................................206 Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 365 Cornering assist sensors .................... 133 Cruise control Cruise control......................................... 121 Dynamic radar cruise control........124 Cup holder ............................................. 208 Curtain shield airbags............................ 57 Customizable features .......................395 D Daytime running light system .............114 Defogger Rear window ......................................... 170 Side mirror.............................................. 170 Dimension................................................370 Dinghy towing............................... 157, 158 Display Dynamic radar cruise control........124 Satellite switch mode .........................214 Trip information .....................................110 Warning message.............................334 Do-it-yourself maintenance .............255 Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights.......................... 201 Wattage................................................. 383 Door pockets..........................................209 405 Alphabetical index Doors Door glasses............................................. 41 Door lock....................................................15 Side mirrors............................................. 39 Driver's seat belt reminder light ...... 331 Driving Correct posture ....................................55 Procedures.............................................. 82 Driving position memory...................... 24 E Electric power steering (EPS).......... 139 Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged ....................................359 Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...............356 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................................357 If the vehicle has discharged battery..................................................362 If the warning buzzer sounds......329 If the warning light turns on ..........329 If the warning message is displayed ............................................334 If you have a flat tire .........................348 If you lose your keys.........................358 If you think something is wrong...................................................325 If your electronic key battery is discharged ....................................359 If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 367 If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................................... 318 If your vehicle overheats................365 Engine Compartment .......................................261 406 Engine switch ......................................... 89 Hood ....................................................... 258 How to start the engine .................... 89 If the engine will not start............... 356 Overheating ........................................ 365 Engine compartment cover............. 263 Engine coolant Capacity .................................................374 Checking............................................... 268 Preparing and checking before winter........................................151 Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................................... 100 Engine immobilizer system .................50 Engine oil Capacity .................................................373 Checking................................................264 Preparing and checking before winter........................................151 Engine oil maintenance data ........... 267 EPS (Electric power steering) ..........139 Event data recorder ............................ 327 F First-aid kit storage belt .....................230 Floor mat.................................................. 229 Fluid Brake ........................................................270 Washer....................................................274 Fog lights Switch..........................................................116 Wattage .................................................383 Foot well lighting.................................... 201 Front fog lights Switch..........................................................116 Wattage .................................................383 Alphabetical index Front passenger's seat belt reminder light.......................................331 Front seats Adjustment ...............................................22 Driving position memory ..................24 Seat position memory.........................27 Front turn signal lights Wattage .................................................383 Fuel Capacity..................................................372 Fuel gauge ............................................. 100 Fuel pump shut off system ............ 326 Gas station information ...................415 Information............................................384 Refueling ....................................................47 Fuel filler door............................................47 Fuel pump shut off system .................326 Fuses.......................................................... 295 Heaters Seat heaters .............................. 220, 222 Side mirror.............................................. 170 Hill-start assist control ......................... 139 Hood ..........................................................258 Hooks Cargo ......................................................230 Coat..........................................................228 Shopping bag ......................................230 I G Garage door opener.......................... 233 Gas station information.......................415 Gauges...................................................... 100 Glove box ............................................... 205 Glove box light...................................... 206 H Head restraints Adjusting ..................................................29 Headlight aim ........................................ 309 Headlight cleaner ..................................120 Headlights Discharge headlights precautions .........................................316 Replacing light bulbs .........................310 Switch..........................................................113 Wattage .................................................383 I/M test......................................................254 Illuminated entry system ....................202 Indicator lights......................................... 106 Initialization Items to initialize ................................ 399 Inside rear view mirror ..........................38 Interior lights Interior lights.......................................... 201 Switch.......................................................203 Wattage................................................. 383 Jack Positioning the jack...........................259 Replacing the wheel........................ 348 Jack handle..............................................348 J K Keys Electronic key .............................................2 Engine switch..........................................89 If you lose your keys........................ 358 If your electronic key battery is discharged.................................... 359 Key number .................................................2 Keys .................................................................2 Mechanical key..........................................2 Wireless remote control .....................12 407 Alphabetical index L Light bulbs Replacing................................................ 310 Wattage..................................................383 Lights Door courtesy lights...........................201 Fog light switch...................................... 116 Headlights switch ..................................113 Interior light switch............................203 Outer foot lights...................................201 Overhead courtesy light..................201 Personal light switch ........................203 Replacing light bulbs......................... 310 Scuff lighting...........................................201 Shift lever lighting ................................201 Turn signal lever....................................98 Vanity lights ............................................ 212 Wattage..................................................383 Limited slip differential (LSD)........... 139 Load capacity ..........................................150 LSD (Limited slip differential)........... 139 MP3 disc........................................................ 187 Multi-information display......................109 O Odometer ................................................ 100 M Maintenance Oil Engine oil................................................264 Opener Fuel filler door .........................................47 Hood ....................................................... 258 Trunk............................................................. 19 Outer foot lights Outer foot lights...................................201 Wattage .................................................383 Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding..........................39 Driving position memory ..................24 Outside temperature display .............110 Overhead console............................... 207 Overhead courtesy lights Overhead courtesy lights...............201 Wattage .................................................383 Overheating, Engine............................. 365 P Do-it-yourself maintenance .........255 General maintenance .......................251 Maintenance data..............................370 Maintenance requirements .......... 249 Manual transmission...............................96 Meter Instrument panel light control ........ 101 Meters ...................................................... 100 Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.......................38 Side mirror heater...............................170 Side mirrors............................................. 39 Vanity mirrors........................................ 212 Moon roof...................................................44 408 Parking assist sensors...........................133 Parking brake............................................ 99 Parking lights Replacing light bulbs.........................310 Switch..........................................................113 Wattage .................................................383 PCS (Pre-collision system) ................144 Personal lights Switch...................................................... 203 Micro dust and pollen removal mode ........................................................166 Power outlet .............................................219 Power windows..........................................41 Alphabetical index Pre-collision system (PCS)................ 144 R Radar cruise control ............................. 124 Radiator.....................................................270 Radio ................................................................ 174 RDS (Radio date system).................... 175 Rear sunshade........................................225 Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .........................310 Wattage .................................................383 Rear view mirror Compass............................................... 238 Rear window defogger........................170 Replacing Electronic key battery ..................... 293 Fuses........................................................ 295 Light bulbs ..............................................310 Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners .................................... 402 Scuff lighting.............................................201 Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ......................... 31 Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .......................................................32 Child restraint system installation ................................................71 Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts......................................247 Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)........................................................32 How to wear your seat belt............. 30 How your child should wear the seat belt...........................................33 Pregnant women, proper seat belt use..........................32 S Reminder light ...................................... 331 Seat belt extenders ..............................33 Seat belt pretensioners ........................31 Seat heaters .................................220, 222 Seat position memory............................ 27 Seat ventilators ...................................... 222 Seating capacity.....................................150 Seats Child seats/child restraint system installation................................71 Cleaning.................................................246 Driving position memory.................. 24 Front passenger seat position memory.................................................. 27 Head restraint.........................................29 Properly sitting in the seat ................55 Seat adjustment ..................................... 22 Seat adjustment precautions........... 23 Seat heaters .............................. 220, 222 Ventilated seats .................................. 222 Service reminder indicators ............. 106 Shift lever Automatic transmission .....................92 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................357 Manual transmission ...........................96 Shift lever lighting .................................. 201 Shift lock system....................................357 Shopping bag hooks............................230 Side airbags................................................ 57 Side marker lights Switch.......................................................... 113 Side mirror Adjusting and folding..........................39 Driving position memory.................. 24 409 Alphabetical index Smart access system with push-button start Entry function..............................................4 Starting the engine...............................89 Spare tire Inflation pressure................................285 Spare tire................................................348 Spark plug................................................374 Specifications .........................................370 Speedometer Speed indicator ................................... 100 Speedometer........................................ 100 Steering wheel Audio switches .....................................199 Driving position memory...................24 Manual adjustment .............................. 36 Power adjustment .................................37 Storage feature......................................205 Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 367 Sun visors ....................................................211 Sunshade Rear .......................................................... 225 Roof ............................................................. 45 Switch ECT switch .............................................. 93 Engine switch..........................................89 ETCS switch............................................ 96 Fog light switch...................................... 116 Light switches..........................................113 Power door lock switch......................15 Power window switch.......................... 41 Satellite switches ..................................214 Transmission shift switches.............. 94 Window lock switch ............................. 41 Wipers and washer switch...............117 410 T Tachometer Tacho indicator ....................................100 Tachometer............................................100 Tail lights Switch..........................................................113 Theft deterrent system Alarm...........................................................52 Engine immobilizer system............. 50 Theft prevention labels.......................... 54 Tire inflation pressure .........................285 Tire information Glossary .................................................392 Size...........................................................389 Tire identification number.............388 Uniform tire quality grading.........390 Tires Chains.......................................................153 Checking................................................275 If you have a flat tire ......................... 348 Inflation pressure ............................... 285 Inflation pressure sensor ................276 Information ........................................... 387 Replacing .............................................. 348 Rotating tires.........................................275 Size........................................................... 378 Snow tires................................................154 Tools...........................................................348 Total load capacity................................ 150 Towing Dinghy towing ........................... 157, 158 Emergency towing.............................318 Trailer towing ........................................156 TRAC (Traction control).....................139 Traction control (TRAC).....................139 Transmission shift switches....................94 Trip meter ................................................. 100 Alphabetical index Trunk Extending a space .............................227 Opener........................................................ 19 Trunk light Trunk light ................................................ 20 Wattage .................................................383 Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .........................310 Switch......................................................... 98 Wattage .................................................383 V Vanity lights Vanity lights............................................ 212 Wattage .................................................383 Vanity mirrors ............................................. 212 VDIM (Vehicle dynamics integrated management).................139 Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) .......................139 Vehicle identification number .......... 371 Vehicle stability control (VSC) ........139 Ventilators................................................222 VSC (Vehicle stability control) ........139 W Warning buzzers Brake system....................................... 329 Downshifting........................................... 95 Open door ............................................331 Seat belt reminder ............................330 Warning lights Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...330 Brake assist system ..........................330 Brake system....................................... 329 Charging system...............................330 Electric power steering warning light.....................................330 Electronic engine control system ................................................. 330 Low fuel level ........................................ 331 Low tire pressure warning light ......................................................... 331 Master warning light.......................... 331 Open door............................................. 331 Pre-collision system......................... 330 Pretensioners...................................... 330 Seat belt reminder light.................... 331 SRS airbags.......................................... 330 Warning messages Anti-lock brake system (ABS)... 338 AWD system ...................................... 335 Brake assist (BA).............................. 338 Dynamic radar cruise control...........335, 339, 339 Engine oil level ....................................339 Engine oil maintenance ..................339 Engine oil pressure ...........................334 Hill-start assist control .................... 338 Hood........................................................339 Lexus parking assist sensor...................................... 335, 339 Moon roof .............................................339 Open door............................................339 Parking brake ......................................339 Pre-collision system............. 335, 339 Smart access system with push-button start ............................345 Steering lock........................................ 335 Tire inflation pressure warning system................... 335, 339 Traction control (TRC).................. 338 Trunk ........................................................339 Vehicle stability control (VSC).................................................. 338 411 Alphabetical index Washer fluid.........................................339 Washer Checking ................................................274 Preparing and checking before winter....................................... 151 Switch ..........................................................117 Washing and waxing...........................244 Weight Cargo capacity.....................................147 Load limits .............................................. 150 Weight ....................................................370 Wheels ......................................................289 Window glasses ....................................... 41 Window lock switch ................................ 41 Windows Power windows....................................... 41 Rear window defogger ....................170 Washer.......................................................117 Windshield wipers ......................................117 Wireless remote control Replacing the battery ......................293 WMA disc ................................................ 187 412 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Automatic air conditioning system (without navigation system) Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Fan speed Fan speed display Off Driver's side temperature setting display Automatic mode Airflow display Changes the air outlets used Passenger's side temperature setting display Micro dust and pollen removal mode Driver's side temperature control Dual operation switch Air conditioning ON/OFF switch Passenger's side temperature control Front windshield defogger Outside air or recirculated mode Using the automatic mode STEP 1 Press . The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. STEP 2 Press to switch to automatic mode. (IS350 only) Automatically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes. 162 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger STEP 3 Press to increase the temperature and to decrease the temperature on the switch. The temperature for the driver and passenger seats can be set separately. Adjusting the settings n Adjusting the temperature setting Press to increase the temperature and to decrease the temperature on the switch. switch to separately adjust 3 Press (increase) or (decrease) on the Interior features the temperature for the passenger and driver sides (dual mode). Press to return the driver and passenger side temperatures to the same setting (simultaneous mode). The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous modes each time is pressed. n Adjusting the fan speed Press (increase) or (decrease) on the Press to turn the fan off. button. 163 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger n Changing the air outlets Press . The air outlets switch each time the button is pressed. * * * * Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. Air flows to the feet. Air flows to the feet and the front windshield defogger operates. *: Only in the automatic mode 164 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger n Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes IS250 Press . The mode switches between (recycles air inside the vehicle) and (introduces air from outside the vehicle) modes each time the button is pressed. IS350 Press . The mode switches between (recycles air inside the vehicle), AUTO and (introduces air from outside the vehicle) modes each time the button is pressed. When the system is switched to automatic mode, the air conditioning system operates automatically. 3 Interior features Defogging the front windshield Defogging The air conditioning system control operates automatically. Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to (outside air) mode. 165 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Micro dust and pollen filter Press . Outside air mode switches to (recirculated air) mode. Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body. To stop the operation, press again. Adjusting the sensitivity of the air intake control in automatic mode (IS350 only) STEP 1 Press onds. for 2 or more sec- STEP 2 Press (increase) or (decrease) on the switch. From --3 (low) to 3 (high) can be set. 166 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down Turn the knob up to open the vent and down to close the vent Right and left side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down Turn the knob right to open the vent and left to close the vent 3 Interior features Rear seat outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down Turn the knob fully to the outside of the vehicle to close the vent 167 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger n Using the automatic mode Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur. l The system may switch automatically to recirculated mode when the coolest temperature setting is selected in summer. l Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow. l Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on. n Using the system in recirculated air mode The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an extended period. n Window defogger feature Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to ations where the windows need to be defogged. n Outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C). (outside air) mode in situ- The air conditioning system may not operate even when n When the indicator light on is pressed. flashes Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your Lexus dealer. n Automatic mode for air intake control In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and automatically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes. n Micro dust and pollen removal mode l When the outside air is cold, the following may occur. · Outside air mode does not switch to . · The air conditioning system operates automatically. · The operation cancels after 1 minute. l In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press . 168 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION n To prevent the windshield from fogging up Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision. NOTICE n To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the automatic air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped. 3 Interior features 169 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors. ON/OFF Press the button to turn on the rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers. The defoggers will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes. Pressing the button again also turns the defoggers off. CAUTION n When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirror, as it can become very hot and burn you. 170 1-3. Adjustable components Front seats Manual seat Seat position lever Seatback angle lever Vertical height adjustment lever Seat cushion (front) angle knob 22