2008 Lexus IS 350 User Guide

2008 Lexus IS 350 Manual

2008 Lexus IS 350 manual content summary:

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    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. Overview Topic 1 Entering and Exiting lKeys P.7 P.8 P.9 lSmart Access System with Push-button Start lTheft Deterrent System Topic
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    What to do if ... P.45 P.46 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 specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from your
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    Overview Instrument Panel P.18 P.27 P.22 P.28 Shift paddle switches ∗ Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch Headlight cleaner switch ∗ Rear sunshade switch ∗ Inside door lock button Fuel filler door opener P.29 P.40 P.43 P.45 Multi-information display P.20 Driving and seat position
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    wipers and washer switch P.28 P.18 "ENGINE START STOP" switch P.17 Air conditioning system P.34 Emergency flasher switch P.22 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers P.29 Security indicator light P.9 Audio system P.31 Glove box P.39 Trunk opener main switch P.46 See P.5. ECT
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    Panel Seat heaters/seat heaters and ventilators ∗ P.37 Automatic transmission shift lever P.18 Ashtrays P.37 Cup holders P.39 Manual transmission Ashtrays P.37 Manual transmission shift lever P.19 Parking brake lever P.19 Seat heaters/seat heaters and ventilators ∗ P.37 Cup holders P.39
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    n Wireless remote control 1 Press: locks all doors 2 Press once: unlocks the driver's door Press twice: unlocks all doors Press and hold: opens the windows and moon roof 3 Press and hold: opens the trunk 4 Press and hold: sounds the alarm (Use the alarm to attract attention to the vehicle in order
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    Exiting Smart Access System with Push-button Start The smart access system with push-button start allows you to enter and 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 Driving
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    system is armed. To deactivate or stop the alarm: turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or unlock the doors or trunk using the electronic key or the wireless remote control. n Steering lock The steering wheel locks when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in OFF. 9
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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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    steering wheel and the outside rear view mirrors (for the driver's seat only) is recorded. n Recalling memory 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 from inside the vehicle
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    , 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 downwards when the vehicle is reversing. To
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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 shift lever to P (for automatic transmission) or N (for manual transmission). Press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch. n Changing power modes To change power modes without turning on the engine, press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch without depressing the brake pedal (for automatic transmission) or
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    (drive not engaged) Drive S mode The vehicle can only be shifted out of P when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode and shift range manually based on driving conditions. Shift the shift lever to S. Driving Comfort Opening and Closing What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 18 To
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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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    the DISP switch. What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 20 n When using intuitive parking assist or dynamic radar cruise control, the appropriate display is shown on the screen. n In the event that a problem is detected in any of the vehicle's systems, a warning message is shown on the multi
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    System) (if equipped) l Speed indicator l Tacho indicator n Changing the ON/OFF settings To cycle through the functions, press either the left or right selector switch. To change the settings, press the ON/OFF button. For detailed information of changing the settings, see the Owner's Manual. 21
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    2 Left turn signal Before Driving When Driving To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and hold. Rain and Night Driving Emergency operated even when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is OFF. Driving Comfort Opening and Closing ECT Switch (Automatic Transmission) Use the ECT switch to
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    Driving ETCS Switch (Manual Transmission) Use the ETCS switch to change to snow mode when starting or accelerating on snowcovered (If Equipped) The system uses a screen display and buzzer to inform the driver of obstacles near the vehicle when parking or driving at low speed. n Turning the system
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    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 n Setting the speed or decelerate to the desired speed, and then push the lever down. This sets the speed in the cruise control memory.
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    distance control mode Press the ON-OFF button. Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed, and then push the lever down. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance can be adjusted using the distance switch. n Constant speed control mode Press the ON-OFF button. Push the lever forward and hold for at least
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    (if equipped) 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 switch. (→P.21) 27
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    be used only when the headlights (low beam) are on. Before Driving When Driving Windshield Wipers and Washer n Intermittent wiper with interval adjuster (if equipped) MIST: single wipe INT: intermittent operation* LO: low speed HI: high speed low speed HI: high speed *: Sensitivity
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    Topic 4 Rain and Night Driving Headlight Cleaner (If Equipped) The headlight cleaner can be used only when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the headlights are on. Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers To defog the rear window and the outside rear view mirrors
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    Topic 5 Driving Comfort Audio System (without navigation system) Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". n Basic operation 1 2 3 4 5 Sound quality modes Listening position (if equipped) Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) Audio
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    select CD load Scan All files in current folder: press First file of each folder: press and hold Eject What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 32
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    for the 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: press Power off: press and hold 2 Volume 3 Radio: radio tuner CD: CD
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    system) Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Before Driving When Driving Rain and Night Driving 1 2 3 4 5 6 Driver side temperature control Switch to automatic mode Driver side temperature display OFF button Fan speed controls
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    transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons owners: While pressing the HomeLink® button, repeatedly press and release (cycle) the button on the hand-held transmitter every 2 seconds until the indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash. If your garage door has the rolling code feature
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    Topic 5 Driving Comfort Entering and Exiting n Programming other devices For U.S.A. owners: To program an entry gate, see the Owner's Manual. To program other devices, contact your Lexus dealer. For Canadian owners: To program all other devices, follow the same procedure as for garage door
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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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    the armrest. Overhead console To open, press the lid. There is a power outlet located in the front console box. What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 38
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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
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    hold the AUTO button for 3 or more seconds. To cancel the display, press and hold the AUTO button again for 3 or more seconds. Customizing Your Lexus 40
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    Storage Extension Longer items can be loaded in the vehicle by utilizing the trunk 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
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    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 doors
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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 44
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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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    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 remote control →P.7, 8 What to do if ...Customizing Your Lexus 46
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    if ... List of Warning/Indicator Lights The units used on the speedometer, the tachometer gauge display, indicators and warning lights may differ depending on the model / type. Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. (U.S.A.) (Canada) Brake system warning
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    . Open door warning light Low fuel level warning light a Front passenger's seat belt reminder light Tire pressure warning light Master warning light Before Driving Driver's seat belt reminder light When Driving See the Owner's Manual Turn signal indicator Headlight high beam indicator
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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 tray. Loosen the center fastener and remove the spare tire. 49
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    ) depressed. If the electronic key battery becomes depleted, replace it with a new battery. For instructions on replacing the battery, refer to the Owner's Manual. If you need further assistance, contact your Lexus dealer. Rain and Night Driving Driving Comfort Opening and Closing What to do if
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    the steering wheel lock is released. To release the steering wheel lock, gently turn the wheel left or right while pressing the "ENGINE START STOP" 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 dealer. 51
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    the trunk while the electronic key is still inside and all doors are locked Tried to exit the vehicle with the electronic key and Exterior alarm sounds lock the doors without first once for 60 seconds turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF Tried to lock the vehicle Exterior alarm sounds using
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    Customizing Your Lexus Your 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
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    Unlocking using a key Default setting Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps ON Customized setting All doors unlocked in one step Entering and Exiting Before Driving Door lock Speed-detecting automatic door lock function (Manual transmissions) Speed-detecting
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    depending on the vehicle speed ON Level 3 4.5 ft. (150 cm) 15 seconds ON ON ON ON ON Customized setting Level 1 to 5 0 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds OFF OFF 3 seconds Item Automatic light control system Function Light sensor sensitivity Time elapsed before headlights automatically turn off
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    -3987 (Toll-Free) l In Hawaii: Servco Automotive Roadside Assistance/Customer Services 1-800-25-LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987 (Toll-Free) n CANADIAN OWNERS l In Canada or the U.S. mainland: Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service 1-800-26-LEXUS or 1-800-265-3987 (Toll-Free) Please access our websites
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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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Intuitive Parking Assist
±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