2012 Lexus IS F Owner's Manual

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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Ve h i c l e
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for US owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 32
Wireless remote control .............. 43
Doors.................................................... 46
Trunk.................................................... 50
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 54
Driving position memory ............. 55
Seat position memory ................... 59
Head restraints.................................. 61
Seat belts ............................................ 64
Steering wheel.................................. 70 Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror ................................................ 72
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 74
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 76
Moon roof .......................................... 79
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 83
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 86
Alarm................................................... 88
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) .............................................. 91
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 92
SRS airbags ....................................... 94
Front passenger occupant classification system .................. 106
Child restraint systems .................. 111
Installing child restraints ............... 115
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Rear view monitor system
• Intuitive parking assist • Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
• Climate control

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 126
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 134
Automatic transmission.............. 138
Turn signal lever ............................ 147
Parking brake ................................. 148
Horn.................................................... 149
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 150
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 154
Multi-information display........... 157
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 162
Fog light switch .............................. 166
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 168
Headlight cleaner switch ............ 172
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................................ 173
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................................. 177
Intuitive parking assist ................... 191
Driving assist systems.................. 197
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .......... 203 2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ...................... 210
Vehicle load limits......................... 213
Winter driving tips ........................ 214
Trailer towing .................................. 216
Dinghy towing ................................. 217
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................ 220
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ....................... 228
Windshield wiper de-icer ......... 229
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ....................... 230
Using the radio.............................. 233
Using the CD player.................... 241
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs.................................. 248
Operating an iPod....................... 256
Operating a USB memory....... 264
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 273
Using the AUX port ................... 275
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 277
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth®
audio system
Bluetooth
® audio system ........ 280
Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................................... 283
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ........ 288
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 292
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................................. 298
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile phones ............................ 299
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phones) ................. 303
Making a phone call ....................... 311
Setting a mobile phone ............... 315
Security and system setup ....... 320
Using the phone book................ 324
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list........................... 330
• Interior lights ............................... 332
• Personal lights ............................ 332 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features............... 334
• Glove box ................................... 335
• Console box ............................... 335
• Overhead console ................... 336
• Cup holders................................. 337
•Bottle holders/door pockets ............................... 339
• Auxiliary box ............................... 339
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors........................................ 340
Vanity mirrors ................................. 341
Clock ................................................. 342
Satellite switches .......................... 343
Ashtrays ........................................... 346
Cigarette lighter ........................... 347
Power outlet .................................. 348
Seat heaters.................................... 349
Armrest ............................................. 351
Trunk storage extension ........... 352
Coat hooks ..................................... 354
Floor mat......................................... 355
Trunk features................................ 356
Garage door opener................. 359
Compass.......................................... 365
Safety Connect ............................. 369

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 378
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................... 381
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements.............................. 384
General maintenance ............... 386
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 389
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 390
Hood.................................................. 393
Positioning a floor jack............... 394
Engine compartment.................. 396
Tires .................................................... 410
Tire inflation pressure................. 420
Wheels.............................................. 424
Air conditioning filter.................. 426
Electronic key battery ................ 429
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................. 431
Headlight aim ................................ 445
Light bulbs ....................................... 447 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 454
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................................. 455
If you think something is wrong .............................................. 461
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 462
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 463
If a warning message is displayed....................................... 473
If you have a flat tire..................... 487
If the engine will not start .......... 496
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............................. 497
If you lose your keys ................... 498
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............... 499
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................. 502
If your vehicle overheats .......... 505
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 508
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .................................. 509
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)...................... 512
Fuel information ............................ 523
Tire information............................. 526
6-2. Customization Customizable features.............. 538
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 543
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners........................... 546
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 547
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 549 Abbreviation list ................................... 560
Alphabetical index .............................. 562
What to do if... ....................................... 573
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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