Lexus IS250 Owner's manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1

Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-

rors, and steering column.

2

When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

3

Interior features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior

features for a comfortable driving experience.

4

Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-

self maintenance, and maintenance information.

5

When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,

or is involved in an accident.

6

Vehicle

specifications

Detailed vehicle information.

7

For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt in-

structions for Canadian owners

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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1-1. Key information ........................... 20

Keys ...................................................... 20

1-2. Opening, closing and locking

the doors and trunk .................. 22

Smart access system with

push-button start.......................... 22

Wireless remote control.............. 34

Doors.................................................... 37

Trunk...................................................... 41

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,

steering wheel).......................... 44

Front seats.......................................... 44

Driving position memory ............. 46

Seat position memory ................... 49

Head restraints.................................. 51

Seat belts ............................................ 52

Steering wheel

(manually adjustable type) ...... 58

Steering wheel

(power-adjustable type)............ 59

Anti-glare inside rear view

mirror ................................................ 60

Outside rear view mirrors............ 61

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof .......... 64

Power windows................................ 64

Moon roof .......................................... 66

1-5. Refueling........................................ 69

Opening the fuel tank cap........... 69

1-6. Theft deterrent system............... 72

Engine immobilizer system......... 72

Alarm.................................................... 74

Theft prevention labels

(U.S.A.)............................................. 76

1-7. Safety information....................... 77

Correct driving posture ............... 77

SRS airbags ....................................... 79

Front passenger occupant

classification system.................... 90

Child restraint systems ................. 95

Installing child restraints............... 98

2-1. Driving procedures................... 108

Driving the vehicle........................ 108

Engine (ignition) switch ................ 117

Automatic Transmission ............ 122

Manual Transmission................... 126

Turn signal lever............................. 128

Parking brake ................................. 129

1

Before driving

2

When driving

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

3

2-2. Instrument cluster..................... 130

Gauges and meters ..................... 130

Indicators and warning lights ... 136

Multi-information display........... 139

2-3. Operating the lights and

windshield wipers.................... 143

Headlight switch............................ 143

Fog light switch .............................. 146

Windshield wipers and

washer............................................. 147

Headlight cleaner switch............. 151

2-4. Using other driving systems.... 152

Cruise control ................................ 152

Dynamic radar cruise

control............................................. 155

Intuitive parking assist ................. 164

Driving assist systems.................. 170

PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 176

2-5. Driving information................... 179

Cargo and luggage...................... 179

Vehicle load limits......................... 182

Winter driving tips ........................ 183

Trailer towing.................................. 187

Dinghy towing

(vehicles with an

automatic transmission) .......... 188

Dinghy towing

(vehicles with a

manual transmission)................ 189

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger............. 192

Automatic air

conditioning system .................. 192

Rear window and outside rear

view mirror defoggers ........... 200

3-2. Using the audio system............ 201

Audio system type........................ 201

Using the radio.............................. 204

Using the CD player...................... 211

Playing back MP3 and

WMA discs.................................... 217

Optimal use of the audio

system ............................................ 225

Using the AUX adapter............ 228

Using the steering wheel

audio switches............................ 229

3-3. Using the interior lights........... 231

Interior lights list............................. 231

• Interior lights ............................... 234

• Personal lights ............................ 234

3

Interior features

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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3-4. Using the storage features .... 236

List of storage features............... 236

• Glove box..................................... 236

• Console boxes ........................... 237

• Overhead console................... 238

• Cup holders................................. 239

• Bottle holders/

door pockets................................ 241

3-5. Other interior features........... 242

Sun visors......................................... 242

Vanity mirror.................................. 243

Clock................................................. 244

Satellite switches .......................... 245

Ashtrays .......................................... 248

Cigarette lighter........................... 249

Power outlet.................................. 250

Seat heaters..................................... 251

Seat heaters and ventilators .... 253

Armrest ............................................ 255

Rear sunshade............................... 256

Trunk storage extension........... 258

Coat hooks ..................................... 259

Floor mat......................................... 260

Trunk features................................. 261

Garage door opener.................. 264

Compass.......................................... 269

4-1. Maintenance and care............ 274

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior................... 274

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior.................... 277

4-2. Maintenance............................. 280

Maintenance requirements .... 280

General maintenance................ 282

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs ..................................... 285

4-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance............................ 286

Do-it-yourself service

precautions.................................. 286

Hood................................................. 289

Positioning a floor jack.............. 290

Engine compartment.................. 292

Tires .................................................. 306

Tire inflation pressure.................. 316

Wheels............................................. 320

Air conditioning filter.................. 322

Electronic key battery................ 325

Checking and replacing

fuses................................................ 327

Headlight aim.................................. 341

Light bulbs....................................... 342

4

Maintenance and care

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

5

5-1. Essential information .............. 350

If your vehicle needs to

be towed...................................... 350

If you think something

is wrong......................................... 356

Fuel pump shut off system ........ 357

Event data recorder................... 358

5-2. Steps to take in an

emergency.............................. 360

If a warning light turns on

or a warning buzzer

sounds... ....................................... 360

If a warning message is

displayed....................................... 369

If you have a flat tire.................... 382

If the engine will not start ........... 391

If the shift lever cannot be

shifted from P.............................. 392

If you lose your keys.................... 393

If the electronic key does not

operate properly ....................... 394

If the vehicle battery is

discharged ................................... 397

If your vehicle overheats .......... 400

If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 402

6-1. Specifications............................ 406

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 406

Fuel information............................. 421

Tire information ............................ 424

6-2. Customization .......................... 436

Customizable features .............. 436

6-3. Initialization ................................ 441

Items to initialize ............................ 441

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners........................... 444

Seat belt instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French).................................... 445

Abbreviation list .................................. 448

Alphabetical index.............................. 450

What to do if... ...................................... 462

5

When trouble arises

6

Vehicle specifications

7

For owners

Index

6

Headlights (high beam)

P. 143

Pictorial index

Exterior

Turn signal lights

P. 128

Fog lights

P. 146

Side marker lights

P. 143

Headlights (low and high  beam)

P. 143

Hood

P. 289

Parking lights

P. 143

Windshield wipers

P. 147

Moon roof 

P. 66

Outside rear view

mirrors

P. 61

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: If equipped

Tires

●Rotation

●Replacement

●Inflation pressure

●Information

P. 306

P. 382

P. 415

P. 424

Tail lights

P. 143

Side marker lights

P. 143

Trunk

P. 41

Rear window defogger

P. 200

Doors

P. 37

Fuel filler door

P. 69

Turn signal lights

P. 128

8

A

Power window

switches

P. 64

Pictorial index

Interior

Seat belts

P. 52

SRS front passenger

airbag

P. 79

SRS knee airbags

P. 79

SRS driver airbag

P. 79

Floor mat

P. 260

Bottle holders/door pockets

P. 241

Head restraints

P. 51

Front seats

P. 44

Cup holders

P. 239

SRS side airbags

P. 79

Console box

P. 237

Power outlet

P. 250

Ashtrays

P. 248

Cup holders

P. 239

Armrest

Console box



P. 255

P. 237

AUX adapter

P. 228

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Compass

P. 269

Garage door opener switches

P. 264

Anti-glare inside rear view mirror

P. 60

Personal lights

P. 234

Moon roof switch 

P. 66

Interior lights

P. 234

Vanity mirrors

P. 243

Personal lights

P. 234

Interior lights

P. 234

Sun visors

P. 242

Coat hooks

P. 259

SRS curtain shield airbags

P. 79

A

: If equipped

10

B

Driving position memory switches 

Seat position memory switches



P. 46

P. 49

Door lock switch

P. 37

Outside rear view mirror

switches

P. 61

Window lock switch

P. 64

Power window switches

P. 64

Pictorial index

Interior

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C

Automatic transmission

Manual transmission

Seat heater switches 

Seat heater/ventilator switches



P. 251

P. 253

Automatic transmission shift lever

P. 122

Shift lock override button

P. 392

Cigarette lighter

Ashtrays

P. 249

P. 248

Manual transmission shift lever

P. 126

Parking brake lever

P. 129

Cigarette lighter

Ashtrays

P. 249

P. 248

Seat heater switches 

Seat heater/ventilator switches



P. 251

P. 253

: If equipped

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Headlight switch

Turn signal lever

Fog light switch

P. 143

P. 128

P. 146

Shift paddle switches 

P. 124

Gauges and meters

P. 130

Multi-information display

P. 139

Windshield wipers and washer switch

P. 147

Engine (ignition) switch

P. 117

Trunk opener main switch

P. 41

Glove box

P. 236

Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever 

P. 58

Tilt and telescopic steering control switch 

P. 59

Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission)

P. 129

Audio remote control switches

P. 229

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Without navigation system

Navigation

system

*

Clock

P. 244

Audio

system

P. 201

Air conditioning

system

P. 192

Rear window and out-

side rear view mirror

defoggers

P. 200

Security indicator

P. 72, 74

Emergency

flashers

Clock

P. 244

Audio system*

Security indicator

P. 72, 74

Emergency flashers

Air conditioning

system

*

With navigation system

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.

Rear window and

outside rear view

mirror defoggers

*

A

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

With navigation system Without navigation system

Telephone switch*

Cruise control switch

P. 152, 155

Distance switch 

P. 155

“DISP” switch

P. 140

Talk switch*

“DISP” switch

P. 140

Distance switch 

P. 155

Cruise control switch

P. 152, 155

Automatic transmission Manual transmission

TRAC/VSC OFF

switch



P. 172

ECT switch

P. 123

TRAC/VSC OFF

switch



P. 172

ETCS switch

P. 126

B

C

15

D

Rear sunshade switch 

P. 256

Trunk opener

P. 41

Fuel filler door opener

P. 69

Headlight cleaner switch 

P. 151

Satellite switches

P. 245

Instrument panel light

control dial

P. 131

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.

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For your information

Main Owners Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-

ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed

on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-

ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the

right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from

your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are

currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant

these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,

or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your

Lexus vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification

with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,

and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-

mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-

ranty.

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 sys-

tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for

precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

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Scrapping of your Lexus

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive

chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left

as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of

the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified

service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may

include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

CAUTION

■ General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of

alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol

and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,

which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers

or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts

the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can

result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or

others.

■ General precaution regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or

use the key.

Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is

also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette

lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat

build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

Symbols used in illustrations

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is

ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the

risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its

equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must

not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.

Safety symbol

The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”,

“Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen.”

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.)

used to operate switches and other

devices.

Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g.

a lid opens).

Before driving

1

19

1-1. Key information ............... 20

Keys.............................................. 20

1-2. Opening, closing and

locking the doors

and trunk........................ 22

Smart access system with

push-button start .................... 22

Wireless remote control......... 34

Doors ............................................ 37

Trunk .............................................. 41

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,

steering wheel).............. 44

Front seats................................... 44

Driving position memory........ 46

Seat position memory.............. 49

Head restraints........................... 51

Seat belts ..................................... 52

Steering wheel (manually

adjustable type) ..................... 58

Steering wheel (power-

adjustable type) ...................... 59

Anti-glare inside rear view

mirror......................................... 60

Outside rear view mirrors........ 61

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows and

moon roof....................... 64

Power windows.......................... 64

Moon roof................................... 66

1-5. Refueling .......................... 69

Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 69

1-6. Theft deterrent system .... 72

Engine immobilizer

system........................................ 72

Alarm............................................. 74

Theft prevention labels

(U.S.A.)....................................... 76

1-7. Safety information............ 77

Correct driving posture ......... 77

SRS airbags ................................ 79

Front passenger occupant

classification system.............. 90

Child restraint systems ........... 95

Installing child restraints......... 98

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1-1. Key information

Keys

Using the mechanical key

Take out the mechanical key.

The mechanical key can only be

inserted in one direction, as the key

only has grooves on one side. If the

key cannot be inserted in a lock

cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt

to insert it.

After using the mechanical key,

store it in the electronic key. Carry

the mechanical key together with

the electronic key. If the electronic

key battery is depleted or the entry

function does not operate properly,

you will need the mechanical key.

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Electronic keys

• Operating the smart access

system with push-button start

(P. 22)

• Operating the wireless

remote control function

(P. 3 4 )

Mechanical keys

Key number plate

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