2012 Lexus IS250C display

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When trouble arises
509
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
•The roof switch was operated when there
was an obstacle behind
the vehicle.
• Operation of the retractable hardtop was
suspended due to an
obstacle being detected
behind the vehicle.
When the roof switch is
pressed again within two
seconds of message
being displayed, message will be displayed.
( P. 8 6 )
The roof switch was
pressed while the trunk lid
was open.
Close the trunk lid.
The roof switch was
pressed while the trunk lid
opener main switch was
turned off.
Turn the trunk lid opener
main switch on. ( P. 5 1 )
The roof switch was
pressed while the vehicle
was moving.
( P. 8 6 )
The roof switch was
pressed while there was
not enough power.
Start the engine
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-ment” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
Indicates that there is a
high possibility of a fron-
tal collision, or that the
pre-collision braking
function is operating.
Slow the vehicle by apply-
ing the brakes.
■Warning light display in dynamic radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following cases, the warning light may not be displayed even if vehicle-to-
vehicle distance closes.
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the
vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Once3 times
(Vehicles with an auto-matic transmission)
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
driver’s door has
been opened or
closed with the
shift lever in P, the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch in
any mode other
than OFF and the
electronic key
outside of the
detection area.
Tu r n t h e
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
OFF or confirm
the location of the
electronic key.
OnceCon-
tinuous
(Displayed alternately)
(Vehicles with an auto-matic transmission)
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
driver’s door has
been opened or
closed (with the
shift lever out of in
P, the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch in any
mode other than
OFF and the elec-
tronic key outside
of the detection
area).
• Shift the shift lever to P.
•Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.
Once
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
key battery is low.Replace the bat-
tery. ( P. 4 5 6 )
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerMessageDetailsCorrection
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6-2. Customization
Pow e r w i n -
dows
(
P. 8 2 )
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOn
Retractable
hardtop
(
P. 9 0 )
Retractable hardtop
operation control linked
to the intuitive parking
assist
OnOff
Automatic
light control
system
(
P. 181)
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Lights
(
P. 1 8 3 )
Daytime running light sys-
tem (U.S.A. only)OnOff
Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
P. 1 8 7 )
Switching operation when
the vehicle is stationaryOnOff
Drip prevention functionOnOff
Time elapsed before the
drip prevention function
operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on
the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
Intuitive park-
ing assist
(
P. 2 1 3 )
Back sensor operation
display and buzzerOnOff
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Distance which a sensor
detects4.9 ft. (150 cm)2.0 ft. (60 cm)
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Vehicle specifications
Multi-information display (P. 176)
Illumination
(
P. 3 5 9 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff
Operation after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned OFF
OnOff
Front foot well lightsOnOff
Shift lever lightOnOff
Outer foot lightOnOff
Available languageEnglish and French
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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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
Cigarette lighter.................................... 375
CleaningExterior ................................................... 402
Interior ..................................................... 407
Seat belts............................................... 408
Clock .........................................................370
Compass ................................................. 390
Condenser ............................................... 431
Console box ...........................................363
Cooling system Engine overheating .......................... 542
Cornering assist sensors .................... 213
Cruise control Cruise control ...................................... 195
Dynamic radar cruise control .......199
Cup holder .............................................. 364
Customizable features .......................595 Daytime running light system ........... 183
Defogger*
Rear window ........................................257
Side mirror.............................................257
Dimension ............................................... 560
Dinghy towing............................. 243, 244
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 199
Satellite switch mode......................... 371
Trip information.....................................177
Warning message ............................ 504
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............416
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ........................ 359
Wattage ..................................................577
Doors Door lock .................................32, 44, 47
Door windows ........................................82
Side mirrors.............................................. 79
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 497
Driving Correct posture................................... 104
Procedures............................................. 138
Driving position memory........................ 61D

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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”.