2012 Lexus IS250 parking sensors

REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM
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The rear view monitor system assists
the driver by displaying an image of the
view behind the vehicle while backing
up.
To display the rear view image on the
screen, shift the shift lever to the “R”
position when the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
If you move the shift lever out of the “R”, the
screen returns to the previous screen. Op-
erating another function of the navigation
system will display another screen.
Vehicles with intuitive parking assist−
sensor — when the intuitive parking as-
sist− sensors are turned on and an ob-
stacle is detected in front of or behind
your vehicle, a warning appears on the
right top of the rear view monitor. For
details, see “Intuitive parking assist” on
page 290.
The rear view monitor system is a supple-
ment device intended to assist back up.
When backing up, be sure to check behind
and all around the vehicle visually.
CAUTION
DNever depend on the rear view
monitor system entirely when
backing up. Always make sure
your intended path is clear.
Use caution, just as you would
when backing up any vehicle.
DNever back up while looking only at
the screen. The image on the
screen is different from actual
conditions. Depicted distances
between objects and flat surfaces
will differ from actual distance. If
you back up while looking only at
the screen, you may hit a vehicle, a
person or an object. When backing
up, be sure to check behind and all
around the vehicle visually and
with mirrors before proceeding.
DDo not use the system when the
trunk is not completely closed.
DUse your own eyes to confirm the
vehicle’s surroundings, as the dis-
played image may become faint or
dark, and moving images will be
distorted, or not entirely visible
when the outside temperature is
low. When backing up, be sure to
check behind and all around the ve-
hicle visually and with mirror be-
fore proceeding.
DDo not use the system in the follow-
ing cases:
DOn icy or slick road surfaces, or
in snow.
DWhen using tire chains or emer-
gency tires.
DOn an uneven road, such as a
slope.
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INTUITIVE PARKING ASSIST
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The distance to obstacles measured by
the sensors is communicated via the dis-
play and a buzzer when parallel parking or
maneuvering into a garage. Always check
the surrounding area when using this sys-
tem.
DTypes of sensors
1Front corner sensors
2Rear corner sensors
3Rear center sensors
DSetting the intuitive parking assist
mode
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1. Push “
”or“” of the satellite
switch until the intuitive parking as-
sist− sensor mark appears in the multi−
information display.
2. Push the “ON/OFF” button of the
satellite switch to select “ON”.
The intuitive parking assist −sensor indica-
tor will be displayed.
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INTUITIVE PARKING ASSIST
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Each pushing of the“ON/OFF”button
turns the intuitive parking assist −sensor
on and off.
To turn on: Push the “ON/OFF”button.
The buzzer sounds to inform the driver that
the system is operational.
To turn off: Push the “ON/OFF”button
again.
The intuitive parking assist −sensor will re-
main on even after turning the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to OFF and then to
IGNITION ON mode with the intuitive park-
ing assist −sensor on. However, a beep
does not sound at this time. When the sensors detect an obstacle, the
graphic is shown on the multi
−information
display and navigation display according
to position and distance to the obstacle.
DMulti− information display
1Front corner sensors operation
2Rear corner sensors operation
3Rear center sensors operation
DNavigation display
WHEN THE VEHICLE IS MOVING FOR-
WARD
The graphic is automatically displayed
when an obstacle is detected. The screen
can be set so that the graphic is not dis-
played. (See page 368.)
WHEN THE VEHICLE IS MOVING
BACKWARD
A simplified image is displayed on the right
upper corner of the screen when an ob-
stacle is detected.
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INTUITIVE PARKING ASSIST
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When a sensor detects an obstacle, the direction of and the approximate distance to the
obstacle are displayed and the buzzer sounds.
CORNER SENSORSLevel
1234
Display
example−
Buzzer−MediumFastContinuous
CENTER SENSORS
Level
1234
Display
example
BuzzerSlowMediumFastContinuous
DDetection level and approximate distance to an obstacle
Level
1234
Front corner sensors−1.6 to 1.3 ft.
(50 to 40 cm)1.3 to 1.0 ft.
(40 to 30 cm)1.0 ft. or less (30 cm)
Rear cornersensors−1.6 to 1.2 ft.
(50 to 37.5 cm)1.2 to 0.8 ft.
(37.5 to 25 cm)0.8 ft. or less (25 cm)
Rear centersensors4.9 to 2.0 ft.
(150 to 60 cm)2.0 to 1.5 ft.
(60 to 45 cm)1.5 to 1.1 ft.
(45 to 35 cm)1.1 ft. or less (35 cm)
INFORMATION
Settings (e.g. buzzer volume) can be changed. (See page 367.)
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1Approximately 1.6 ft. (50 cm)
2Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm)
3Approximately 1.6 ft. (50 cm)
The diagram shows the detection range of
the sensors. Note that the sensors cannot
detect obstacles that are extremely close
to the vehicle.
The range of the sensors may change de-
pending on the shape of the object etc.
DCertain vehicle conditions and the sur-
rounding environment may affect the
ability of a sensor to correctly detect an
obstacle. Particular instances where
this may occur are listed below.
DThere is dirt, snow or ice on a sen-
sor.
DA sensor is frozen.
DA sensor is covered in any way.
DThe vehicle is leaning considerably
to one side.
DOn an extremely bumpy road, on an
incline, on gravel, or on grass
DThe vicinity of the vehicle is noisy
due to vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines, air brakes of large ve-
hicles, or other loud noises produc-
ing ultrasonic waves.
DThere is another vehicle equipped
with parking assist sensors in the vi-
cinity.
DA sensor is coated with a sheet of
spray or heavy rain.
DThe vehicle is equipped with a fend-
er pole or radio antenna.
DTowing eyelets are installed.
DA bumper or sensor receives a
strong impact.
DThe vehicle is approaching a tall or
right− angled curb.
DIn harsh sunlight or intense cold
weather.
DA non− genuine Lexus suspension
(lowered suspension, etc.) is
installed.
In addition to the examples above, there
are instances in which, because of their
shapes, signs and other objects may be
judged by a sensor to be closer than they
are.
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sensors — Sensor detection
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D
The shape of the obstacle may prevent
a sensor from detecting it. Pay particu-
lar attention to the following obstacles:
DWires, fences, ropes, etc.
DCotton, snow and other materials
that absorb sound waves
DSharply −angled objects
DLow obstacles
DTall obstacles with upper sections
projecting outwards in the direction
of your vehicle
CAUTION
DCaution when using the intuitive
parking assist− sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the
vehicle being unable to be driven
safely and possibly cause an acci-
dent.
DDo not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h).
DDo not attach any accessorieswithin the sensor range.
NOTICE
Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of wa-
ter or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor
malfunctioning.
System malfunction
DAn accident will affect the sensors,
resulting in system failure.
DIf the indicators remain on without
a beeping sound, the system may
be malfunctioning. Contact your
Lexus dealer.
If an error is detected when the intuitive
parking assist− sensor is turned on, the
vehicle symbol comes on or flashes
with beeping sounds.
However, the sensors functioning properly
continue their obstacle detection.
The intuitive parking assist −sensor failure
warning display is not given in either of the
following operations:
DChanging to another screen
DTurning off the main switch for the intu-
itive parking assist −sensor
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assist− sensor failure
warning

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D
When snowflakes or mud gets on
the sensors
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Multi− information display
If the failure warning does not go off even
after the foreign matter is removed, the
intuitive parking assist −sensor may be
malfunctioning. Have it checked by your
Lexus dealer.
DWhen the sensor is malfunctioning
" Multi− information display
If this message appears, have the intuitive
parking assist −sensor checked by your
Lexus dealer.
As the intuitive parking assist− sensor
might be malfunctioning in the follow-
ing cases, have it checked by your
Lexus dealer.
DThe indicator in the instrument cluster
does not come on and a beep does not
sound even when the intuitive parking
assist− sensor main switch is turned
on.
DThe warning comes on despite no ob-
stacle around the vehicle.
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INDEX
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Dealer setting
365
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Defogging the windshield 278
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Delete destination button 20,82
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Delete personal data 301
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Deletes previous destinations 110 .......
Deleting a Bluetooth rphone 325
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Deleting address book entries 122 .......
Deleting areas to avoid 127
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Deleting call history 342
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Deleting destinations 82,95
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Deleting home 113
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Deleting preset destinations 116
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Deleting previous destinations 127 .......
Deleting the phonebook data 333 ........
Deleting the speed dial 341
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Deleting the voice tag 347
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DEST button 10
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Destination Assist 155
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Destination button 62
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Destination information 38
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Destination screen 20
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Destination search 62
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Destination search by
“Address Book” 77
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Destination search by “Address” 65 ......
Destination search by
“Coordinates” 82
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Destination search by
“Destination Assist” 76
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Destination search by “Emergency” 77 ...
Destination search by “Intersection & Freeway” 78
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Destination search by “Map” 81
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Destination search by “Point of Interest” 69
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Destination search by “Previous Destinations” 76
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Destination search by home 64
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Destination search by preset destinations 64
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Detailed navigation settings 110,307 ......
Detection level of the intuitive
parking assist −sensors 292
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Detection range of the intuitive
parking assist −sensors 293
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Detour setting 96
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Dialing by name 144
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DISC button 180,182
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Disc slot 180,182,184,186
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DISP button 10
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Display POI icons 102
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Displaying portable player information 356
...................... Displaying the title and name 203
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Distance and time to destination 10,93 ....
Download eDestination 158
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Driving speeds 309
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DSP control 192
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Dual button 272
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Dual map screen 39,41
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DVD audio controls 230
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DVD audio discs 226
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DVD audio settings 229
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DVD changer operation 220
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DVD language 235
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DVD player and DVD video disc
information 243
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DVD setup menu 235
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DVD video controls 230
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DVD video discs 226,243,244
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DVD video settings 228
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eDestination 158
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Edit “Dealer” or “Contact” name 366 ......
Edit “Location” 366
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Edit “Phone #” 367
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Edit route 86
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Editing address book entries 118
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Editing area to avoid 124
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Editing home 112
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Editing preset destinations 115
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Editing the Bluetooth rphone 323 ........
Editing the phonebook data 331
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Editing the speed dial 340
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Editing the voice tag 346
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Eject button 180,182,184,186,208,223 ....
Ejecting discs 208,223
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Emergency button 20,77
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Enter a Bluetooth rphone 134
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Estimated arrival time 93
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Estimated travel time 93
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Fan speed 276
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Fan speed control buttons 272,276 ......
FM button 182,186
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Foot print map 42
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Foot print map button 10
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Freeway exit information screen 88 ......
Freeway screen 39
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Function menu display screen 180,182,184,186
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Function menu tab 180,182,184,186 ......
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