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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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CAUTION
Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control
Do not use dynamic radar cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
In heavy traffic
On roads with sharp bends
On winding roads
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice and snow
On steep downhills, or where there are sudden changes between sharp up
and down gradients
At entrances to expressways
When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sen-
sors from functioning correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, heavy rain, etc.)
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
When an approach warning buzzer is heard often
When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing
When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary when any of the following types of vehicles
are in front of you.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the
approach warning (P. 208) will not be activated, and a fatal or serious
accident may result.
Vehicles that cut in suddenly
Vehicles traveling at low speeds
Vehicles that are not moving
Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
Motorcycles traveling in the same lane

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PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)
When the radar sensor detects possibility of a frontal collision, the pre-
crash safety system such as the brakes and seat belts are automatically
engaged to lessen impact and injuries to occupants as well as vehicle
damage.
Pre-crash seat belts
If the pre-crash sensor detects that a collision is unavoidable, the
pre-crash safety system will retract the seat belt before the collision
occurs.
The same will happen if the driver makes an emergency braking or
loses control of the vehicle. (P. 7 6 )
However, the system will not operate in the event of skidding when
the VSC systems are disabled.
Pre-crash brake assist
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system
applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake
pedal is depressed.
Pre-crash braking
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system
warns the driver using a warning light, warning display and buzzer.
If the system determines that a collision is unavoidable, the brakes
are automatically applied to reduce the collision speed. The pre-

: If equipped

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Disabling the pre-crash braking
The pre-crash braking function
can be turned on and off using
the satellite switch. (P. 365)
Press “”or “” to display the
PCS brake setting ( ). Then,
press the “ON/OFF” button in
the middle of the switch to
select either “ON” or “OFF”
().
It may take approximately 3
seconds for the display to
change after the satellite switch
is operated.
The “PCS” warning light
flashes when “OFF” is selected.
Radar sensor
Detects vehicles or other obsta-
cles on or near the road ahead
and determines whether a colli-
sion is imminent based on the
position, speed, and heading of
the obstacles.
Grille cover
Radar sensor
Obstacles not detected
The sensor cannot detect plastic obstacles such as pylons. There may also be
occasions when the radar sensor cannot detect pedestrians, animals, bicy-
cles, motorcycles, trees, or snowdrifts.

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When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. (P. 467,
473)
Certification
Hereby, DENSO CORPORATION declares that this DNMWR005 is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions
of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Hér með lýsir DENSO CORPORATION yfir því að DNMWR005 er í
samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun
1999/5/EC.
Con la presente DENSO CORPORATION dichiara che questo
DNMWR005 è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni
pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Käesolevaga kinnitab DENSO CORPORATION seadme DNMWR005
vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist
tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
Hierbij verklaart DENSO CORPORATION dat het toestel DNMWR005 in
overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante
bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
ME 

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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Changing the settings
Each item is displayed and its setting can be changed only in the following
conditions:
Intrusion sensor: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off and
the auto alarm is not set.
Lexus parking assist-sensor: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is in IGNITION ON mode.
Items other than the above: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is in IGNITION ON mode and the vehicle is stopped.
Display
The display will return to the original display if the satellite switches are not
operated for an extended period.
Even if the display is in satellite switch mode, it will switch in the event of a
warning or when the dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped) is used. If
this occurs, press any of the satellite switches or “DISP” switch on the steer-
ing wheel to return the display to satellite switch mode.
Pre-crash braking function (P. 231) on/off
(if equipped)
Automatic folding and extending feature of
the rear view mirrors on/off (P. 84) (if
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4-2. Maintenance
IS250/220d/200d_EE
CAUTION
If your vehicle is not properly maintained
It could result in serious damage to the vehicle and possible serious injury or
death.
Warning in handling of the battery
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands after han-
dling.
(P. 414)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Washer fluid
If any washer does not work or
the warning message appears
on the multi-information dis-
play, the washer tank may be
empty. Add washer fluid.
NOTICE
When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
When adding distilled water
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
CAUTION
When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 458
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ......................... 459
If you think something is
wrong ............................. 465
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................ 466
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 467
If a warning message is
displayed ........................ 473
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire)................................. 485
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ........ 497
If the engine will not start 512
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P............ 514
If you lose your keys ........ 515If the electronic key
does not operate
properly.......................... 516
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 521
If your vehicle overheats . 525
If you run out of fuel
and the engine stalls....... 528
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................... 529
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency...................... 531