2012 Lexus IS 250 User Guide 2
2012 Lexus IS 250 Manual
2012 Lexus IS 250 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. Air Conditioning System (with navigation system)* Using the automatic mode...52 Adjusting the temperature...52 To turn off the airflow - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 2
...56 Changing the registered name...57 Registering a speed dial...58 Head Restraints ...13 Headlights ...26 Instrument Panel Light Control ...28 Intuitive Parking Assist ...22 Keys ...8 Lexus Enform with Safety Connect...74 Manual Transmission ...17 Multi-information Display ...18 Navigation System - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 3
Overview Instrument Panel Shift paddle switch (automatic transmission) P.15 Headlight switch P.26 Turn signal lever P.20 Fog light switch P.27 Audio remote control switches P.51 Multi-information display P.18 Roof switch Inside door lock buttons P.77 P.76 Window lock switch Power window - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 4
Shift paddle switch (automatic transmission) Windshield wiper and washer switch P.28 Engine (ignition) switch P.15 P.14 Trunk opener main switch P.80 Shift lever P.15, 17 ECT switch (automatic transmission) ETCS switch (manual transmission) P.21 P.21 4 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 5
Overview Instrument Panel Without navigation system (type A) Air conditioning system P.65 Audio system P.59 Security indicator P.10 Without navigation system (type B) Air conditioning system P.65 Audio system P.59 Security indicator P.10 5 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 6
With navigation system (type A) Navigation system P.35 Security indicator P.10 Audio system P.48 Air conditioning system P.52 With navigation system (type B) Navigation system P.35 Security indicator P.10 Audio system P.48 Air conditioning system P.52 6 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 7
Overview Instrument Panel Telephone switch P.41, 53 P.18 "DISP" switch Distance switch ∗ P.24 Cruise control switch ∗ P.23 Talk switch P.66 Dynamic radar cruise control switch ∗ P.24 ∗ : If equipped 7 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 8
Keys - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 9
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 14. - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 10
Theft Deterrent System The theft deterrent system includes the following features to help protect your vehicle from theft. - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 11
Seats - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 12
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Head Restraints - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 14
Engine (ignition) Switch With the electronic key on your person, the engine can be started by simply pressing the "ENGINE START STOP" switch, while depressing the brake pedal or clutch pedal. (The mechanical key cannot be used to start the engine.) - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 15
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Multi-information Display The multi-information display shows information about your vehicle, including the items shown below. - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 19
display. The satellite switches can be used to change the settings of the following items. ● Intuitive parking assist (if equipped) ● Tire pressure warning system initialization ● ID code selection for tire inflation pressure warning system ● Vehicle speed indicator ● Tacho indicator ● Pre - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 20
Turn Signal Lever 1 Right turn signal 2 Left turn signal To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and hold. 20 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 21
For more powerful acceleration and uphill driving. 2 Normal mode 3 Snow mode For starting or accelerating on snow-covered roads or other slippery surfaces. An indicator comes on when in power or snow mode. ETCS Switch (Manual Transmission) Use the ETCS switch to change to snow mode when starting - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 22
Intuitive Parking Assist (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. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 23
Cruise Control (If Equipped) 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. 1 Indicator 2 Cruise control switch - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 24
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (If Equipped) Dynamic radar cruise control supplements conventional cruise control with a vehicle-tovehicle distance control mode. 1 2 3 4 Indicator Display Distance switch Cruise control switch - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 25
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, parking (vehicles with halogen headlights), tail, daytime running lights and license plate lights turn on. 3 The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. 4 The headlights, parking lights, daytime running lights and other lights turn on/off automatically in - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 27
Fog Lights Type A The fog lights can be used only when the headlights (low beam) are on. 1 Front fog lights off 2 Front fog lights on Type B The fog lights can be used only when the headlights (low beam) are on. 1 Front fog lights off 2 Front fog lights on 27 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 28
Instrument Panel Light Control 1 Darker 2 Brighter Windshield Wipers and Washer - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 29
Type B 1 2 3 4 5 Off Intermittent operation Low speed High speed Single wipe Intermittent operation: Wiper interval can be adjusted by turning the band. To spray washer fluid, pull the lever. The wipers will operate automatically. 29 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 30
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Automatic operation: Sensitivity can be adjusted by turning the band. To spray washer fluid, pull the lever. The wipers will operate automatically. 31 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 32
audio system and air conditioning system, and adjust the screen display etc. For details, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". The operation screen 2 "AUDIO": Audio control screen 3 "DISP": Adjust picture quality 4 "INFO PHONE": Information screen 5 "General": General settings - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 33
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Navigation System (If Equipped) - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 36
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Select by street address STEP 2 Push the button on the side of the touch screen. (→P.32) Touch . STEP 3 Touch . STEP 4 Input a house number and touch . Input the street name and touch . When the desired street name is found, touch the corresponding button. Input a city name and touch . - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 38
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Hands-free System For Cellular Phone (with navigation system) - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 42
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Audio System (with navigation system) The button positions, shapes and screen may slightly vary depending on the type of the audio system. - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 49
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Air Conditioning System (with navigation system) Dual mode button Passenger side temperature display Fan speed display Outside air/recirculated air mode button 5 Passenger side temperature control 6 Windshield defogger 7 Automatic mode button 1 2 3 4 8 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 53
Hands-free System For Cellular Phone (without navigation system) - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 54
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Audio System (without navigation system) - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 60
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Air Conditioning System (without navigation system) Passenger side temperature display Passenger side temperature control Windshield defogger Outside air/recirculated air mode button 5 Cooling and dehumidification function on/off button 1 2 3 4 6 Dual mode - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 66
Voice Command System - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 67
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Map North Up" "Right Map Heading Up" "Right Map Direction" "Arrow Mode" To Change the Guidance Mode, SAY: To Save a Point on the Map, SAY: To Remove Icons from Map, SAY: To Set the Destination, SAY: "Turn List Mode" "Intersection Mode" "Freeway Mode" "Mark This Point" "Clear All Icons" "Previous - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 69
General Navigation Commands "Route Overview" "Next Destination Map" "First Destination Map" To Review the Route, SAY: "Second Operate the Traffic Information, SAY: To Show the Icon, SAY: "Traffic Information" "Show GAS", "Show PARKING" ETC. PHONE "Send Tones" "Select Phone" "Add New Phone" " - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 70
Turn Audio On or Off, SAY: "Audio ON" "Audio OFF" FM, AM, Radio, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary, CD*, CD Changer*, DVD**, DVD Changer**, Bluetooth® Audio, iPod, USB Audio *For systems w/o NAV **For systems w/NAV To Change to a different CD/DVD track, SAY: To Change to a different CD/DVD, SAY: To Change - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 71
" and follow the prompts "XM NavTraffic" and follow the prompts "XM Sports" and follow the prompts "XM Stocks" and follow the prompts "Lexus Insider" and follow the prompts CLIMATE CONTROL/AIR CONDITIONING To Turn On and Adjust setting for Climate Control and Temperature, SAY: To Set a Specific - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 72
If Equipped) Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global Positioning System (GPS) data and embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security features to subscribers. Safety Connect is supported by Lexus' designated response center, which operates 24 hours per - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 73
the road, push the "SOS" button to reach the Safety Connect response center. The answering agent will determine your vehicle's location, assess of needs, such as: towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a description of the Roadside Assistance services and their limitations, please see the Safety - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 74
Connect services are supported by Lexus' designated response center, which operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Lexus Enform service is available by subscription on select, telematics hardware-equipped vehicles. For details, refer to the "Owner's Manual" and "Navigation System Owner's Manual - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 75
map. The following navigation-based Lexus Enform features are available without a subscription: ● Lexus Insider Lexus Insider is an optional service that can send audio messages, or articles, to participating owner's vehicles via the navigation system. Potential Lexus Insider subjects might include - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 76
Door Locks - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 77
Retractable Hardtop 1 Opening the retractable hardtop Press and hold the switch until "COMPLETE" is shown on the display. 2 Closing the retractable hardtop Pull up and hold the switch until "COMPLETE" is shown on the display. 3 Retractable hardtop status display Warnings, advice and the - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 78
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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. 79 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 80
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the center panel) Front passenger's seat belt reminder light Low fuel level warning light (Illuminates without blinking) Tire pressure warning light*4 Driver's seat belt reminder light (On the instrument cluster) Master warning light For further information, refer to the Owner's Manual. 81 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 82
the Owner's Manual Turn signal indicator Headlight high beam indicator Headlight indicator (U.S.A.) Tail light indicator (Canada) (Flashes) ECT PWR indicator*2 Cruise control indicator Intuitive parking assist indicator*1 Slip indicator VSC off indicator SRS airbag on-off indicator Front fog light - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 83
What to do if ... If the electronic key does not operate properly - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 84
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 START STOP" switch. (→P.10) If the engine still does not start, see the Owner's Manual for more information or contact your Lexus dealer. 84 - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 85
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 the entry function once for 10 seconds while a door is open Tried to - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 86
dealership. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details. Item Smart access system with push-button start Function Operation signal (Emergency flashers) Operation signal (Buzzer) Default setting On On Driver - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 87
Lexus Default setting Driver's door unlocked in one step, both side doors unlocked in two steps On Customized setting Both side doors unlocked in one step Item Function Unlocking using a key Door lock Steering wheel Power windows Speed-detecting automatic door lock function (Manual (Manual - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 88
the "ENGINE START STOP" switch turned OFF Front foot well lights Shift lever light Outer foot lights Default setting On Level 3 30 seconds On On On Variable depending on the vehicle speed On Level 3 4.9 ft. (150 cm) 15 seconds On On On On On Customized setting Off Level 1 to 5 0 seconds 60 seconds - 2012 Lexus IS 250 | User Guide 2 - Page 89
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Contents
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.
1
Air Conditioning System (with navigation system)*
Using the automatic mode
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52
Adjusting the temperature
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52
To turn off the airflow
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52
Air Conditioning System (without navigation system)
Using the automatic mode
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65
Adjusting the temperature
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65
To turn off the airflow
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65
Audio System (with navigation system)*
Basic operation
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48
Radio
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48
DVD player/CD player
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49
Operating an iPod
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51
Remote control (steering wheel switches)
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51
Audio System (without navigation system)
Basic operation
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59
Radio
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60
CD player
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61
Operating an iPod
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64
Remote control (steering wheel switches)
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64
Automatic Transmission
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15
Cruise Control
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23
Door Locks
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76
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
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24
ECT Switch
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21
Engine (ignition) Switch
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14
ETCS Switch
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21
Fog Lights
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Fuel Tank Cap
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Hands-free System For Cellular Phone (with navigation system)*
Bluetooth
fi
phone pairing
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Phonebook transfer
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Registering a voice tag
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Registering a speed dial
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Calling by name
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45
Calling by speed dial
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46
Receiving a call
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47
Hands-free System For Cellular Phone (without navigation system)*
Bluetooth
fi
phone pairing
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53
*: This feature may be operated by Voice command (See P.66)