2012 Lexus IS250C steering

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6-1. Specifications
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing
the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire fail-
ure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Mo tor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excess ive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipp ed, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Door lock
(
P. 4 7 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in one
step, both side
doors unlocked
in two steps
Both side doors
unlocked in one step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Manual transmissions)
OnOff
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Automatic transmissions)
OffOn
Opening driver's door
unlocks both side doors
(Manual transmissions)
OnOff
Opening driver's door
unlocks both side doors
(Automatic transmissions)
OffOn
Shifting gears to P
unlocks both side doorsOnOff
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks both
side doors
OnOff
Steering
wheel
(
P. 76 )
Auto tilt-away functionOnOff
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECTElectronic Controlled Transmission
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
ETCSElectronic Throttle Control System
GAWRGross Axle Weight Rating
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System
TRACTraction Control
VDIMVehicle Dynamics Integrated Management

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C* ..........................................................248
ABS.............................................................. 219
Air conditioning filter ..........................453
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ....................... 453
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 248
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 110
Airbag precautions for your child...........................................................114
Airbag warning light ........................ 496
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 119
General airbag precautions ............114
Locations of airbags.......................... 106
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 118
Proper driving posture ............ 104, 114
Side airbag operating conditions................................................ 111
Side airbag precautions .....................114
SRS airbags ........................................... 106
Alarm .......................................................... 100
Antenna* .................................................. 267
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 219
Ashtrays .................................................... 374
Audio input*............................................304 Audio system*
Antenna...................................................267
AUX port .............................................. 304
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 309
CD player/changer ..........................270
iPod .......................................................... 285
MP3/WMA disc................................ 277
Optimal use ......................................... 302
Portable music player ..................... 304
Radio ........................................................262
Steering wheel audio switch........ 306
USB memory .......................................293
USB port ................................................293
Automatic air conditioning system* .................................................. 248
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................................... 184
Automatic light control system.......... 181
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 153
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..................................... 531
S mode ..................................................... 157
AUX port* .............................................. 304
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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering ....................... 219
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 533
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed ............................................ 504
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 533
If the engine will not start ............... 529
If the retractable hardtop does not close ................................. 547
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................................... 531
If the vehicle has a discharged battery..................................................538
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 495
If the warning light turns on .......... 495
If you have a flat tire ......................... 518
If you lose your keys ........................ 532
If you think something is wrong................................................... 493
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 545
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 557
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 487
If your vehicle overheats................ 542
Emergency flashers Switch ...................................................... 486 Engine
Compartment...................................... 422
Engine switch ........................................ 148
Hood ......................................................... 419
How to start the engine ................... 148
Identification number ........................ 561
If the engine will not start................529
Ignition switch ....................................... 148
Overheating .........................................542
Engine compartment cover ............. 424
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................567
Checking ............................................... 429
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................238
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 166
Engine immobilizer system..................98
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 564
Checking ............................................... 426
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................238
EPS .............................................................. 219
Event data recorder .................................21E
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Alphabetical index
Side mirrorAdjusting and folding ..........................79
Mirror position memory ..................... 61
Smart access system with push-button startEntry function ..........................................32
Starting the engine..............................148
“SOS” button ......................................... 394
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................447
Storage location.................................. 518
Spark plug ............................................... 568
Specifications......................................... 560
Speedometer Speed indicator ....................................166
Speedometer ........................................166
Steering wheel Adjustment ...............................................76
Audio switches ................................... 306
Steering wheel positionmemory ................................................... 61
Storage feature ....................................... 361 Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 545
Sun visors .................................................368
Switch All window control switch ................ 82
ECT switch............................................. 154
Emergency flasher switch ............ 486
Engine switch ........................................ 148
ETCS switch ............................................ 161
Fog light switch .................................... 185
Hazard light switch .......................... 486
Ignition switch ....................................... 148
Light switches ......................................... 181
Power door lock switch .................... 47
Power window switch ........................ 82
Roof switch...............................................86
Satellite switches...................................371
Transmission shift switches ......................................155, 157
Window lock switch............................83
Wiper and washer switch............... 187

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Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ....................................... 495
Open door .......................................... 497
Seat belt reminder ............................ 497
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .................. 496
Brake assist system .......................... 496
Brake system ....................................... 495
Charging system ............................... 495
Electric power steering systemwarning light ..................................... 496
Low fuel level....................................... 497
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 496
Master warning light ........................ 497
Open door ........................................... 497
Pre-collision system ......................... 496
Pretensioners ...................................... 496
Seat belt reminder light .................. 497
SRS airbags .......................................... 496
Tire pressure warning light........................................................ 497
Warning messages Dynamic radar cruise control ...................... 505, 507
Engine oil level .................................... 507
Engine oil maintenance.................. 507
Engine oil pressure........................... 504
Hood ....................................................... 507
Intuitive parking assist ........ 505, 507
Open door ........................................... 507
Parking brake ...................................... 507
Pre-collision system ............ 505, 507
Retractable hardtop ............ 505, 507 Smart access system with
push-button start ............................. 514
Steering lock........................................ 505
Trunk ....................................................... 507
Washer fluid ........................................ 507
Washer Checking ...............................................436
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................238
Switch........................................................ 187
Washing and waxing ...........................402
Weight Cargo capacity ................................... 234
Load limits ............................................. 237
Weight.................................................... 560
Wheels ....................................................... 451
Window glasses ...................................... 82
Window lock switch ...............................83
Windows Power windows ..................................... 82
Rear window defogger................... 257
Washer .................................................... 187
Windshield wiper de-icer..................258
Windshield wipers................................. 187
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery...................... 456
WMA disc* ............................................. 277W
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What to do if...
A warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 4 9 5If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds...
■Warning lights
or or
P. 4 9 5P. 4 9 6
P. 4 9 7
or
P. 4 9 6P. 4 9 7
P. 4 9 7P. 4 9 7
P. 4 9 6P. 4 9 6
P. 4 9 7P. 4 9 6
P. 4 9 5P. 4 9 7
P. 4 9 6
Brake system warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp
“ABS” warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low fuel level warning lightMaster warning light
SRS warning lightElectric power steering system
warning light
Open door warning lightPre-collision system warn-
ing light
Charging system warning
lightTire pressure warning light
Slip indicator