2012 Lexus IS220d battery

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside
temperatures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect the level and specific
gravity of battery electrolyte.
Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a
set of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand, and
that chains match the size of the tires.
Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that
is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the
ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from
freezing.
To ensure proper operation of the climate control system
fan, remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet
vents in front of the windshield.
Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chas-
sis.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Automatic mode for air intake control (IS250 only)
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and
automatically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
Pollen removal mode
In order to prevent the windshield from fogging up when the outside air
is cold, the following may occur.
• Outside air mode does not switch to .
• The air conditioning system operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute.
In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .
Air conditioning odors
During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of
time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in auto-
matic mode.
CAUTION
To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking
your vision.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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3-2. Using the audio system
IS250/220d/200d_EE
CAUTION
Certification for the radio (for Italy)
IL PRODUTTORE PIONEER CORPORATION 4-1, Meguro 1-Chome,
Meguro-Ku, Tokyo, Japan DI QUESTO APPARECCHIO MODELLO
86120-53B00 (radio-CD player) DICHIARA CHE ESSO E’ CONFORME
AL D.M.28.08.1995 No.548, OTTEMPERANDO ALLE PRESCRIZIONI
DI CUI AL D.M.25.6.1985 (PARAGRAFO 3,ALL.A) ED AL
D.M.27.8.1987 (PARAGRAFO 3,ALL.I).
Certification for the disc player with a changer
This product is a class 1 laser product.
A laser beam leak may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not open the cover of the player or attempt to repair the unit yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Laser power: No hazardous
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine off.
To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.

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3-2. Using the audio system
IS250/220d/200d_EE
EON (Enhanced Other Network) system (for traffic announcement func-
tion)
If the RDS station (with EON data) you are listening to is not broadcasting a
traffic information program and the audio system is in the TA (traffic
announcement) mode, the radio will be switched automatically to a station
broadcasting a traffic information program in the EON AF list when traffic
information begins.
When the battery is disconnected
Station presets are erased.
Reception sensitivity
Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the
continually changing position of the antenna, differences in signal
strength and surrounding objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
When is used, automatic station selection and automatic register-
ing of stations may not be possible.
The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear window. To maintain clear
radio reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic
objects to the antenna wire mounted inside the rear window.
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB) radio
The optional radio antenna and tuner are necessary for the use of Digital
Audio Broadcast (DAB) radio.

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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system
Bluetooth® audio system
Conditions under which the system will not operate
If using a portable player that does not support Bluetooth®
If the portable player is switched off
If the portable player is not connected
If the portable player’s battery is low
If the portable player is behind the seat or in the glove box or console
box
If metal is covering or touching the portable player
The Bluetooth® audio system enables you to enjoy music played on a
portable digital audio player (portable player) from the vehicle speak-
ers via wireless communication.
This audio system supports Bluetooth
®, a wireless data system capa-
ble of playing portable audio music without cables. If your portable
player does not support Bluetooth
®, the Bluetooth® audio system will
not function.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should
refer to the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
TitlePage
Using the Bluetooth® audio systemP. 313
Operating a Bluetooth® enabled portable playerP. 316
Setting up a Bluetooth® enabled portable playerP. 319
Bluetooth®audio system setupP 322

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3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Conditions under which the system will not operate
If using a mobile phone that does not support Bluetooth®
If the mobile phone is switched off
If you are outside service range
If the mobile phone is not connected
If the mobile phone's battery is low
If the mobile phone is behind the seat or in the glove box or console box
If metal is covering or touching the phone
When using the hands-free system
The audio system and voice guidance are muted when making a call.
If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
If the incoming call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
Try to face toward the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other
party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• When a window is open
• When the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• When the air conditioning is set to high

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3-5. Using the interior lights
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To prevent battery discharge
If the overhead courtesy lights and interior lights remain on when the door is
not fully closed and the interior light switch (door position on/off) is on, the
lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
Customization that can be configured at any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 556)
Front door courtesy light
Front scuff lights (if equipped)
Outer foot lights
Turning the instrument panel light control knob fully to the left dis-
ables the shift lever light and front footwell lights.

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3-7. Other interior features
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Power outlet
The power outlet can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short cir-
cuit.
To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
To prevent the battery from being discharged
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.
The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on less than
10 A.