2002 Lexus IS 300 Owners Manual - Page 254

STARTING AND DRIVING Turning on the system Setting operation SV31029 SV31030 To operate the cruise control, push the main switch. This turns the system on. The indicator light in the instrument cluster shows that you can now set your desired cruising speed. Another push on the switch will turn the system completely off. When the ignition key is turned off, the main switch is also automatically turned off. To use the cruise control again, push the main switch again to turn it on. "Each function is described below. 1 Setting at a desired speed. Automatic transmission: The transmission must be in the "D" position or the gear position must be "4" or "5" in M mode before you set the cruise control speed. Bring the vehicle to the desired speed, press the control lever downward in the "SET/COAST" direction and release it. This sets the vehicle at that speed. Now you may take your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you need acceleration - for example, when passing - depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release the accelerator pedal, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. CAUTION To avoid accidental cruise control engagement, keep the main switch off when not using the cruise control. 238