2006 Lexus IS250 cruise control

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ..................... 113
Headlight switch .............................. 113
Fog light switch ................................ 116
Windshield wipers and washer............................................... 117
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 120
2-4. Using other driving systems..... 121 Cruise control .................................. 121
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 124
Lexus parking assist-sensor...... 133
Driving assist systems.................. 139
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................................... 144
2-5. Driving information ................... 147 Cargo and luggage ...................... 147
Vehicle load limits ......................... 150
Winter driving tips .......................... 151
Trailer towing .................................. 156
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an automatic
transmission) ................................ 157
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual
transmission) ................................ 158 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger .............. 162
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................. 162
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ............. 170
3-2. Using the audio system.............. 171 Audio system type .......................... 171
Using the radio................................ 174
Using the CD player..................... 181
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs................................... 187
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................. 195
Using the AUX adapter ............. 198
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................. 199
3-3. Using the interi or lights ........... 201
Interior lights list............................. 201
• Interior lights and personal lights ............................ 203
3-4. Using the storage features .... 205 List of storage features ............. 205
• Glove box ................................... 205
• Console boxes ........................... 206
• Overhead console ................... 207
• Cup holders................................ 208
3Interior features

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
With navigation system Without navigation system
Telephone switch*1
Cruise control switch P. 121, 124
Distance switch 
P. 124
DISP switch P. 110
Speech command switch*1
DISP switch P. 110
Distance switch 
P. 124
Cruise control switch P. 121, 124
Automatic transmission Manual transmission
TRAC OFF
switch
 P. 141
ECT switch P. 93
TRAC OFF
switch
 P. 141
ETCS switch P. 96

For your information
Main Owners Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle sh own in the illustration may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regula tions. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, cruise control syst em, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys-
tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

When driving2
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2-1. Driving procedures ................. 82Driving the vehicle ....................... 82
Starting the engine ...................... 89
Automatic Transmission ............ 92
Manual Transmission .................. 96
Turn signal lever ............................ 98
Parking brake ................................. 99
2-2. Instrument cluster................... 100 Gauges and meters .................. 100
Indicators and warning lights.............................................. 106
Multi-information display........ 109
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers .................. 113
Headlight switch ........................... 113
Fog light switch.............................. 116
Windshield wipers and washer............................................ 117
Headlight cleaner switch ........ 120 2-4. Using other driving
systems ..................................... 121
Cruise control ............................... 121
Dynamic radar cruise control .......................................... 124
Lexus parking assist-sensor .............................. 133
Driving assist systems............... 139
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................................ 144
2-5. Driving information................ 147 Cargo and luggage.................... 147
Vehicle load limits ...................... 150
Winter driving tips ....................... 151
Trailer towing................................ 156
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) ........ 157
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual
transmission) ............................. 158

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
■Gear position display when driving in S mode
The current gear is displayed on the multi-information display. ( P. 112)
■Downshifting restrictions wa rning buzzer (in the S mode)
To help ensure safety and driving perfor mance, downshifting operation may some-
times be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even
when the shift lever or shift paddle switch is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)
■When driving with the cruise control system or dynamic radar cruise control sys-
tem
The engine brake will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to 5 or 4.
(  P. 121, 124)
■SNOW mode automatic deactivation
SNOW mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned to ACC or
IG-ON mode after driving in SNOW mode.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
 P. 3 5 7
■If the indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to S
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)
■AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the optimal position according to the
driver performance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when th e shift lever is in the D position. (Shift-
ing the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
■Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of th e operating state of the vehi-
cle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
( P. 9 8 )
(vehicles with
an automatic
transmission)
ECT SNOW indicator
( P. 9 3 )
Headlight high beam indi-
cator ( P. 113)
(vehicles with
a manual
transmission)
ETCS SNOW indicator
( P. 9 6 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 113)
(vehicles with
an automatic
transmission)
ECT PWR indicator
( P. 9 3 )
(CANADA)
Tail light indicator
( P. 113) Cruise control indicator
( P. 121)
(vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission)
Shift position and shift range indica-
tors ( 
P. 9 2)
(if equipped)
AFS OFF indicator light
(P. 114)
(if equipped)
Lexus parking assist-sen-
sor indicator ( P. 1 3 3 )
Slip indicator ( P. 1 4 0 )
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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-
related data, including the current outside air temperature.
Trip information (P. 110)
Displays driving range, fuel con-
sumption and other cruising
related information.
Satellite switch mode display
(P. 214)
Lexus parking as sist-sensor dis-
play (if equipped)
Automatically displayed when
using Lexus parking assist-sen-
sor.
This switch is used to configure
various function settings.
Dynamic radar cruise control
display (if equipped) ( P. 1 2 4 )
Automatically displayed when
using dynamic radar cruise con-
trol.
Warning messages ( P. 3 3 4 )
Automatically displayed when a
malfunction occurs in one of the
vehicle’s systems.

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When driving
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control (if equipped)
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the accelera-
tor.
■ Set the vehicle speed
Turn the ON-OFF button ON.
Push the button once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to the
desired speed and press the
lever down to set the cruise
control speed.
■ Adjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set speed
(approximately 1.6 km/h [1.0
mph]) can be made by lightly
pressing the lever up or down
and releasing it.
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