2007 Lexus IS250 automatic transmission

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Multi-information Display
nDisplay information
lTrip information
Outside temperature
Driving range
Average fuel consumption
Average fuel consumption after refueling
Current fuel consumption
Average vehicle speed
Gear position (automatic transmission only)
lSatellite switch mode
lDynamic radar cruise control settings
(if equipped)
lLexus parking assist-sensor infomation
(if equipped)
lWarning messages
nChanging the display of trip information
Trip information items can be switched by press-
ing the DISP switch.
The multi-information display shows information about your vehicle, including the items
shown below.
Ty p e ATy p e B
nWhen using Lexus parking assist-sensor or dynamic radar cruise control, the appropri-
ate display is shown on the screen.
nIn the event that a problem is detected in any of the vehicle's systems, a warning message is
shown on the multi-information display.
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Right turn signal
Left turn signal
Emergency Flasher Switch
Engaging the emergency flasher switch causes all
the turn signal lights to flash.
The emergency flashers can be operated even
when the engine switch is OFF.
ECT Switch (Automatic Transmission)
Powe r m o d e
For more powerful acceleration and uphill
driving.
Normal mode
Snow mode
For starting or accelerating on snow-covered
roads or other slippery surfaces.
An indicator comes on when in power or snow
mode.
1
2
To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and hold.
Use the ECT switch to select the driving mode that best suits the driving and road condi-
tions.
1
2
3
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Have the malfunction repaired immediately.
Open door warning lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low fuel level warning lightLow tire pressure warning
light
aDriver’s seat belt
reminder lightMaster warning light
See the Owner's Manual
Turn signal indicatorCruise control indicator
Headlight high beam indicatorAFS OFF indicator*1
Headlight indicator (U.S.A.)Front fog light indicator
Tail light indicator (Canada)Lexus parking assist-sensor
indicator
*1
ECT SNOW indicator*2Slip indicator
ETCS SNOW indicator*3SRS airbag cut-off indicator
ECT PWR indicator*2VSC OFF indicator*1
Shift position and shift range indicators*1
*1 : If equipped*2 : Vehicles with automatic transmission*3 : Vehicles with manual transmission
For further information, refer to the Owner's Manual.
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If the electronic key battery becomes
discharged
nUnlocking and locking the doors
To unlock or lock the vehicle, use the mechanical
key to remove the lock cover on the driver's door
handle. The mechanical key is stored inside the
electronic key.
Unlocks
Locks
nStarting the engine
Depress the brake pedal (for automatic trans-
mission) or clutch pedal (for manual transmis-
sion).
Hold the electronic key close to the engine
switch (within 0.4 in. [10 mm]), making sure that
the button side of the key is facing toward you.
Press the engine switch within 5 seconds of
the buzzer, keeping the brake pedal (for auto-
matic transmission) or clutch pedal (for man-
ual transmission) depressed.
1
2
For instructions on replacing the electronic key battery, refer to the Owner's Manual. If you
need further assistance, contact your Lexus dealer.
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If the engine doesn't start
Make sure that the correct operating procedures have been followed.
Make sure that the brake pedal (for automatic
transmission) or clutch pedal (for manual trans-
mission) is firmly depressed when attempting to
start the engine. ( P.1 7 )
Automatic transmission
Manual transmission
utomatic trans missin
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
switch. (P.9 )
Electronic key alarm
Brake/clutch pedal
Steering wheel lock
If the engine still does not start, see the Owner's Manual for more information or contact
your Lexus dealer.
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Electronic Key Alarm
The electronic key alarm uses an alarm and warning messages to indicate that the electronic
key has been used improperly. Take appropriate measure in response to any warning mes-
sages that are displayed. In some cases, an alarm may sound without an accompanying
warning message. If so, follow the correction procedure in the table below.
*: Vehicles with automatic transmission only
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Exterior alarm sounds
once for 2 seconds
Tried to lock the doors
using the entry function
while the electronic key is
still inside the passenger
compartmentRetrieve the electronic key
from the passenger com-
partment and lock the
doors again.
Tried to exit the vehicle
with the electronic key and
lock the doors without first
turning the engine switch
OFF
Tu r n t h e e n g i n e s w i t c h
OFF and lock the doors
again.
Closed the trunk while the
electronic key is still inside
and all doors are lockedRetrieve the electronic key
from the trunk and close
the trunk lid.
Exterior alarm sounds
once for 10 secondsTried to lock the vehicle
using the entry function
while a door is openClose all of the doors and
lock the doors again.
Interior alarm sounds
continuously*Tried to open the door and
exit the vehicle without
shifting the shift lever to P
Shift the shift lever to P.
Interior alarm pings
continuously
Switched to ACC mode
while the driver's door is
open (Opened the driver's
door when the engine
switch is in ACC mode.)
Tu r n t h e e n g i n e s w i t c h
OFF and close the driver's
door.
Turned the engine switch
OFF while the driver's
door is still open
Close the driver's door.
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ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Door lock
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two steps
All doors
unlocked in
one step
Speed-detecting automatic
door lock function
(Manual transmissions)
ONOFF
Speed-detecting automatic
door lock function
(Automatic transmissions)
OFFON
Opening driver's door unlocks
all doors
(Manual transmissions)
ONOFF
Opening driver's door unlocks
all doors
(Automatic transmissions)
OFFON
Shifting gears to P unlocks all
doors.ONOFF
Shifting gears to position other
than P locks all doors.ONOFF
Po w e r w i n d o w s
Linked door lock operationONOFF
Linked door key operationOpen and
closeOpen only
Close only
Wireless remote control linked
operationONOFF
Moon roof
Linked door lock operationONOFF
Linked door key operationOpen and
closeOpen only
Close only
Linked operation of components
when door key is usedSlide onlyTilt only
Wireless remote control linked
operationONOFF
Linked operation of components
when wireless remote control
used
Slide onlyTilt only
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