2006 Lexus IS250 seats

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3-5. Other interior features
Seat heaters (if equipped)
■The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in IG-ON mode.
■When not in use
Set the dial to 0. The indicator light turns off.
Heats the seats
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Vehicles with an automatic transmissionHeats the seats
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Driver’s
seatFront
passenger’s
seat
Driver’s
seat Front
passenger’s
seat

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3-5. Other interior features
Seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped)
■The seat heaters and ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IG-ON mode.
■When not in use
Set the dial to 0. The indicator light turns off.
The seat heaters and ventilators heat the seats and maintain good airflow
by blowing air from the seats.
Heats the seats
The indicator light (red) comes
on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Blows air from the seats
The indicator light (green)
comes on.
The higher the number, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
Heats the seats
The indicator light (red) comes
on.
The higher the number, the
warmer the seats become.
Blows air from the seats
The indicator light (green)
comes on.
The higher the number, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
Driver’s
seat Front
passenger’s
seat
Vehicles with an automatic
transmission
Driver’s
seat Front
passenger’s
seat
Vehicles with a manual trans-
mission

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4-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle inte-
rior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
●Non-seat portions: Organic substances su ch as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
●Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces.
●Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended pe riods of time. Park
the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the upholstery, as
they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio syst em may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and may also
cause the body to rust.
■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism• Can the vehicle be hold securely on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal
• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and correct amount of free play?
Brakes
• Not pull to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints• Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Function properly?
Lights
• Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? ( P. 3 0 9 )
Pa r k i n g b r a ke
• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts
• Does the seat belt system operate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats• Do the seat controls operate prop- erly?

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Fuse layout and amperage ratings■ Engine compartment (type A)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1ABS NO.325AVDIM
2PWR HTR25A
3TURN-HAZ15AEmergency flashers, turn signals
4IG2 MAIN20AIG2, IGN, GAUGE
5RAD NO.230AAudio
6D/C CUT20ADOME, MPX-B
7RAD NO.130AAudio
8MPX-B10A
Headlights, front fog lights, parking
lights, license plate lights, windshield
washer, horn, power door lock system,
power windows, power seats, electric
tilt and telescopic steering column,
meter, smart access system with push-
button start, outside rear view mirrors,
air conditioning system, security sys-
tem
9DOME10AInterior lights, meter

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
FuseAmpereCircuit
13FR DOOR RH20APower windows, outside rear view
mirrors
14AM215ASmart access system with push-button
start
15RH-IG7. 5 A
Seat belts, park assist system, auto-
matic transmission, seat heater and
ventilator
16FR S/HTR RH15ASeat heaters and ventilators
17ECU-IG RH10A
Power seats, smart access system with
push-button start, AWD system, out-
side rear view mirrors, VDIM, VSC,
air conditioning system, pre-collision
safety belt, electric tilt and telescopic
steering, power windows, navigation
system
■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may
need replacement. ( P. 3 1 0 )
●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
■If there is an overload in the circuits
The fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.

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6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipp ed, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows

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Alphabetical index
CD player................................................... 181
Chains ......................................................... 153
Child restraint system (CRS)Booster seats, definition.................... 68
Booster seats, installation .................. 72
Convertible seats, definition ........... 68
Convertible seats, installation ......... 72
Infant seats, definition ......................... 68
Infant seats, installation........................ 72
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ...........................................75
Installing CRS with seatbelts ........... 72
Installing CRS with top straps .........76
Child safety Airbag precautions ............................. 63
Battery precautions .............. 273, 364
Child restraint system ........................ 68
Child-protectors..................................... 16
How your child should wear the seatbelt ............................................33
Installing child restraints .......................71
Moon roof .................................................46
Power window lock switch ............... 41
Power window precautions.............43
Removed electronic key battery precautions ....................................... 294
Seat belt comfort guide....................... 31
Seat belt extender precautions ..... 35
Seat belt precautions...........................34
Seat heater precautions ........221, 223
Trunk ..............................................................21
Child-protectors ....................................... 16
Cigarette lighter ..................................... 218 Cleaning
Exterior.................................................... 244
Interior ..................................................... 246
Seat belts ................................................ 247
Clock .......................................................... 213
Coat hooks ..............................................228
Compass ..................................................238
Condenser .............................................. 270
Console box ...........................................206
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 365
Cornering assist sensors .................... 133
Cruise control Cruise control......................................... 121
Dynamic radar cruise control........124
Cup holder ............................................. 208
Curtain shield airbags............................ 57
Customizable features .......................395
Daytime running light system ............. 114
Defogger Rear window ......................................... 170
Side mirror.............................................. 170
Dimension................................................ 370
Dinghy towing ............................... 157, 158
Display Dynamic radar cruise control........124
Satellite switch mode .........................214
Trip information ..................................... 110
Warning message .............................334
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............255
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 201
Wattage ................................................. 383
Door pockets..........................................209
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