2006 Lexus IS 250 User Guide 2

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  • 2006 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 1
    14 Outside Rear View Mirrors Anti-glare Inside Rear View Mirror P.15 Steering Wheel P.15 P.14 Topic 3 When Driving l l l l l l l l l Starting P.17 Automatic Transmission P.18 Manual Transmission P.19 Parking Brake P.19 Multi-information Display P.20 Satellite Switches P.21 Turn Signal Lever P.22
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    Locks P.41 Power Windows P.42 Moon Roof P.42 Fuel Tank Cap P.43 Hood P.43 Trunk P.44 What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus Responding to warning/indicator lights and other problems that may arise. A list of features that can be customized. Depending on
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    P.27 P.22 P.28 Shift paddle switches ∗ Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch Headlight cleaner switch ∗ Rear sunshade switch ∗ Inside 41 P.42 P.42 Outside rear view mirror switches P.14 Fuel filler door opener Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission) P.43 P.19 Hood lock release
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    P.18 Engine switch P.17 P.34 Air conditioning system Emergency flasher switch P.22 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers P.29 Security indicator P.9 Audio system P.31 Glove box P.37 Trunk opener main switch P.44 See P.5. ECT switch (automatic transmission) ETCS switch (manual
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    heaters/seat heaters and ventilators ∗ P.35 Automatic transmission shift lever P.18 Ashtrays P.35 Cup holders P.37 Manual transmission Ashtrays P.35 Manual transmission shift lever P.19 Parking brake lever P.19 Seat heaters/seat heaters and ventilators ∗ P.35 Cup holders P.37 ∗ : If equipped
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    and unlocks the doors l Opens the trunk l Starts and stops the engine n Mechanical key l Locks and unlocks the doors l Opens the trunk l Locks and unlocks the glove box The mechanical key is stored inside the electronic key. To extract the key, release the latch and pull. n Wireless remote control
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    exit the vehicle or start the engine by simply carrying the electronic key in your pocket or bag. For details on starting the engine, see page 17. Before Driving Before to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 8 For details on what to do when the electronic key battery becomes discharged, see page 48.
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    the following features to help protect your vehicle from theft. Engine immobilizer system The engine immobilizer system prevents the engine from being started in the event that an attempt is made to start the vehicle using an unregistered key. The security indicator light flashes to indicate
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    Topic 2 Before Driving Seats (Manual) n Adjusting seat position With the lever raised, slide the seat forward or backward. n Adjusting seatback angle With the lever raised, tilt the seatback forward or
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    n Adjusting the seat cushion 1 Raises and lowers the front of the cushion 2 Raises and lowers the entire seat What to do if ... n Adjusting the lumbar support Customizing Your Lexus 1 Firmer 2 Softer 12
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    position by simply pressing a button. The position of the steering wheel and the outside rear view mirrors is adjusted along with the recalled automatically when the driver's door is opened. (The linked function does not operate if the driver's door is unlocked using the mechanical key or manually
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    ) If the shoulder belt sits close to the neck, slide the comfort guide forward. What to do if ... Outside Rear View Mirrors To select the mirror you wish to adjust (L or R), use the master switch. To adjust mirror angle, use the control switch. On some models, the mirrors will automatically angle
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    The anti-glare mirror uses a sensor to detect light from vehicles behind and automatically reduces glare. To turn AUTO mode ON/OFF, press the AUTO button. The indicator comes on when AUTO mode is turned ON. Steering Wheel n Manually adjustable type To adjust the steering wheel, press the lever down
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    . (The mechanical key cannot be used to start the engine.) n Starting the engine Automatic transmission Make sure the parking brake is engaged and the shift lever is in P. Depress the brake pedal. The engine switch indicator light turns green. Press the engine switch. Manual transmission Make sure
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    vehicle can only be shifted out of P when the engine switch is in IG-ON mode and the brake pedal is depressed. Before Driving When Driving Rain and Night Driving n S mode S mode allows the driver to select the shift range manually based on driving conditions. Shift the shift lever to S. Driving
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    transmission To set the parking brake: firmly depress the parking brake pedal. To release the parking brake: depress the parking brake pedal again. n Manual transmission 1 To set the parking brake: pull the parking brake lever firmly upward. 2 To release the parking brake: press and hold the lock
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    Driving range • Average fuel consumption • Average fuel consumption after refueling • Current fuel consumption • Average vehicle speed Your Lexus 20 n When using the parking assist system or dynamic radar cruise control, the appropriate display is shown on the screen. n In the event that a problem
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    satellite switches can be used to change the settings of the following items. l Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped) l Tire inflation pressure warning system initialization l ID code selection for tire inflation pressure warning sysem l AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped) l Speed
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    Left turn signal Before Driving When Driving To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and hold. Rain and Night Driving lights to flash. The emergency flashers can be operated even when the engine switch is OFF. Driving Comfort Opening and Closing ECT Switch (Automatic Transmissions) Use
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    Topic 3 When Driving ETCS Switch (Manual Transmissions) Use the ETCS switch to change to snow mode when starting or accelerating on snowcovered roads or other slippery surfaces. An indicator comes on when in snow mode. Press again to return to normal mode. Lexus Parking Assist-sensor (If Equipped
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    ) Cruise control allows the driver to maintain a constant speed without having to operate the accelerator pedal. Use for highway driving or when traveling at a constant speed for long periods of time. Before Driving when the desired speed is reached. What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 24
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    mode Press the ON-OFF button. Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed, and then push the lever down. Following distance can be adjusted using the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control switch. n Conventional (constant speed) cruise control mode Press the ON-OFF button. Push the lever forward and
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    (Adaptive Front-lighting System) AFS improves visibility on curves by automatically adjusting the horizontal orientation of the headlights in accordance with vehicle speed and the degree of the tire angle that are controlled by steering input. The system can be turned on and off using the satellite
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    Topic 4 Rain and Night Driving Entering and Exiting Fog Lights The fog lights can be used only when the headlights (low beam) are on. Before Driving When Driving Windshield Wipers and Washers n Intermittent lever. The wipers will operate automatically. What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 28
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    be used only when the engine switch is in IG-ON mode and the headlights are on. Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers To defog the rear window and the outside mirrors, press the button. Press again to cancel. The system turns off automatically after 15 minutes. Instrument Panel Light
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    ⋅AUX: CD player/Auxiliary audio device *: The optional Lexus genuine satellite tuner and antenna allows you to receive and play XM satellite radio broadcasts. (Subscription is required. For detailed information, see the Owner's Manual.) n Radio 1 2 3 4 5 6 Traffic information Station presets Text
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    All folders: press and hold Repeat Current folder: press All folders: press and hold Folder select Text information File select Disc select Disc load Scan (Using the first file of each folder) Eject What to do if ...Customizing Your
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    remaining CDs. To stop the operation, press the DISC-AUX button. n Remote control (steering wheel switches) The audio system can be operated using the remote control located on the steering wheel. 1 Power on/change mode 2 Volume 3 Audio source Radio: radio tuner CD: disc/track select file select
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    system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Before Driving When Driving Rain and Night Driving 1 Using the automatic mode Press the AUTO button. Adjust the temperature using the TEMP buttons. What to do if ... n Adjusting the temperature in DUAL mode Customizing Your Lexus
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    Topic 5 Driving Comfort Ashtrays Front To remove the ashtray, push the release lever. Rear To remove the ashtray, press down on the plate and lift the ashtray out. Seat Heaters / Seat Heaters and Ventilators (If Equipped) Seat heaters Turn the dial toward 1 . Seat heaters and ventilators Seat
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    Topic 5 Driving Comfort Entering and Exiting Console Boxes Front To open, slide and lift the armrest with the knob pulled up. equipped) To open, press the lock release button and lift the armrest. Overhead console box To open, press the lid. There is a power outlet located in the front console
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    Topic 5 Driving Comfort Glove Box 1 Open: press the button. 2 Lock 3 Unlock The glove box can be locked and unlocked using the mechanical key. Cup Holders Front (type A) To open, press down on the front of the lid. Front (type B) To open, pull and hold the knob and slide
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    Topic 5 Driving Comfort Entering and Exiting Interior Lights Without moon roof 1 Door position ON/OFF 2 ON/OFF Before Driving When Driving With moon roof 1 Door position ON/ more seconds. To cancel the display, press and hold the AUTO button again for 3 or more seconds. Customizing Your Lexus 38
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    space and rear seat area. Pull down the rear armrest. Open the inside trunk door from the trunk and load baggage or other items. Luggage Mat Pull the lever upwards when lifting the luggage mat up. The lever can be hooked on the edge of the trunk. 39
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    from inside Inside lock button 1 Locks 2 Unlocks Door lock switch Operates all door locks. 1 Locks 2 Unlocks n Locking the vehicle from outside Using the entry function or wireless remote control (→P.7, 8) n Rear door child-protector lock Setting the switch to the LOCK position prevents the rear
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    up, turn the dial counterclockwise from the closed position. To tilt the moon roof down, turn the dial clockwise. What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 42
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    Topic 6 Opening and Closing Fuel Tank Cap Press the fuel filler door opener. Slowly remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise. After the cap is removed, it can be hung on the inside of the fuel filler door. Hood Pull the hood release lever. Insert your fingers under the hood, pull the hood
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    Rain and Night Driving To disable the trunk opener, turn OFF the main switch in the glove box. 1 ON 2 OFF When the trunk opener is disabled, the trunk cannot be opened using the wireless remote control or the entry function. Driving Comfort Opening and Closing n Entry function and wireless
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    What to do if ... List of Warning/Indicator Lights Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. (U.S.A.) (Canada) Brake system warning light Stop the vehicle immediately. Charging system warning light Have the vehicle inspected immediately. (U.S.A.) Malfunction
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    fuel level warning light a (On the center cluster) Front passenger's seat belt reminder light Low tire pressure warning light Master warning light Before Driving (On the instrument cluster) Driver's seat belt reminder light When Driving See the Owner's Manual Turn signal indicator Headlight
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    What to do if ... Spare Tire and Tool Compartment n Jack, tools, and spare tire 1 2 3 4 Tool bag Spare tire Jack Jack handle n Taking out the spare tire Lift up the panel on the trunk floor, and remove the tool tray. Loosen the center fastener and remove the spare tire. 47
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    the engine switch within 5 seconds of the buzzer, keeping the brake pedal (for automatic transmissions) or clutch pedal (for manual transmissions) depressed. For instructions on replacing the electronic key battery, refer to the Owner's Manual. If you need further assistance, contact your Lexus
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    wheel lock Make sure that the steering wheel lock is released. To release the steering wheel lock, gently turn the wheel left or right while pressing the engine switch. (→P.9) Electronic key alarm If the engine still does not start, see the Owner's Manual for more information or contact your Lexus
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    alarm sounds once for 2 seconds Rain and Night Driving Driving Comfort Opening and Closing Exterior alarm sounds once for 10 seconds Interior alarm sounds continuously* Interior alarm pings continuously Turn the engine switch OFF and close the driver's door. What to do if ... Close the driver
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    vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be personalized to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized
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    unlocks all doors (Manual transmissions) Opening driver key is used Wireless remote control linked operation Linked operation of components when wireless remote control used Light sensor sensitivity Time elapsed before headlights automatically turn off after doors are closed Customizing Your Lexus
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    and buzzer Buzzer volume Time elapsed before lights turn off Operation when the doors are unlocked Operation after the engine switch turned OFF Front foot well lighting Shift lever lighting Outer foot light Windshield wipers and washer Lexus parking assist-sensor OFF Level 1 to 5 7.5 seconds
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    Your Lexus dealer Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, please call the following number: n U.S. OWNERS l In the U.S. mainland or Canada: Lexus Roadside Assistance 1-800-25-LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987 (Toll-
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When Driving
Topic 3
Entering and Exiting
Topic 1
Before Driving
Topic 2
Overview
Contents
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Starting
±FIU
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Automatic Transmission
±FIV
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Manual Transmission
±FIW
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Parking Brake
±FIW
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Multi-information Display
±FPH
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Satellite Switches
±FPI
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Turn Signal Lever
±FPP
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Emergency Flasher Switch
±FPP
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ECT Switch
±FPP
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Keys
±FU
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Smart Access System with
Push-button Start
±FV
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Theft Deterrent System
±FW
The Quick Guide is not intended as a substitute for your
Owner±s
Manual
. We strongly encourage you to review the
Owner±s
Manual
and supplementary manuals so you will have a better
understanding of your vehicle±s capabilities and limitations.
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ETCS Switch
±FPQ
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Lexus Parking Assist-sensor
±FPQ
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Cruise Control
±FPR
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Dynamic Radar Cruise
Control
±FPS
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Seats (Manual)
±FII
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Seats (Power)
±FIP
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Driving and Seat Position
Memory System
±FIQ
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Head Restraints
±FIR
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Seatbelts
±FIR
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Outside Rear View Mirrors
±FIR
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Anti-glare Inside
Rear View Mirror
±FIS
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Steering Wheel
±FIS