2013 LEXUS IS250C key

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 32
Wireless remote control .............. 44
Doors.................................................... 47
Trunk...................................................... 51
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 55
Driving position memory .............. 61
Seat position memory ................... 65
Head restraints................................. 67
Seat belts ............................................ 70
Steering wheel.................................. 76
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 78
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 79 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and retractable
hardtop
Power windows................................ 82
Retractable hardtop....................... 86
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 95
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 98
Alarm.................................................. 100
Theft prevention labels ............... 103
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............. 104
SRS airbags ..................................... 106
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 117
Child restraint sy stems ............... 122
Installing child restraints ............. 126
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Climate control
• Rear view monitor system • Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
• Intuitive parking assist

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage fe atures.............. 355
• Glove box .................................... 356
• Console box ................................ 357
• Cup holders................................ 358
• Auxiliary box ................................ 361
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 362
Vanity mirror .................................. 363
Clock ................................................. 364
Satellite switch es .......................... 365
Ashtrays .......................................... 368
Cigarette lighter ........................... 369
Power outlet ................................... 370
Seat heaters and ventilators ..... 371
Floor mat.......................................... 373
Trunk features................................ 374
Garage door opener.................. 377
Compass......................................... 383
Safety Connect ............................. 387 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 396
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................... 401
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 404
General maintena nce ................ 406
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 409
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 410
Hood .................................................. 413
Positioning a floor jack................ 414
Engine compartment................... 416
Tires .................................................... 431
Tire inflation pressure.................. 441
Wheels ............................................. 445
Air conditioning filter.................. 447
Electronic key battery ................ 449
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................. 451
Headlight aim ................................ 466
Light bulbs ....................................... 468
4Maintenance and care

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers.................... 482
If your vehicle needs to be towed............................................. 483
If you think something is wrong ............................................ 489
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 490
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................................... 491
If a warning message is displayed ...................................... 500
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with standard tires) .................... 513
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with run-flat tires) ...................... 522
If the engine will not start .......... 524
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............................. 526
If you lose your keys .................... 527
If the electronic key does not operate properly .............. 528
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................................... 532
If your vehicle overheats .......... 536
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 539
If the retractable hardtop does not close............................ 540 If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency .................................. 550
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 552
Fuel information ............................ 569
Tire information............................. 573
6-2. Customization Customizable features.............. 586
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .......................... 590
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners........................... 592
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 593
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 596
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 604
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners

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CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of
alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol
and certain drugs delay reaction time, im pair judgment and reduce coordination,
which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers
or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full at tention to driving. Anything that distracts
the driver, such as adjusting controls, ta lking on a cellular phone or reading can
result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or
others.
■General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehi cle, and never allow children to have or
use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is
also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette
lighter, the windows, the retractable hardtop, or other features of the vehicle. In
addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be
fatal to children.

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys .............................................. 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and
trunk
Smart access system with push-button start ................... 32
Wireless remote control ......... 44
Doors ............................................ 47
Trunk .............................................. 51
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ................................... 55
Driving position memory ......... 61
Seat position memory.............. 65
Head restraints .......................... 67
Seat belts ..................................... 70
Steering wheel ........................... 76
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ......................................... 78
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 79 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and retractable
hardtop
Power windows .......................... 82
Retractable hardtop ................ 86
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 95
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system.... 98
Alarm.......................................... 100
Theft prevention labels ......... 103
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 104
SRS airbags .............................. 106
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 117
Child restraint systems ......... 122
Installing child restraints....... 126

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1-1. Key information
Keys
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart accesssystem with push-button start
( P. 3 2 )
• Operating the wireless remote control function
( P. 44)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
■ Card key (if equipped)
Electronic key
Operating the smart access sys-
tem with push-button start
( P. 3 2 )
Mechanical key

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1-1. Key information
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Before driving
Using the mechanical keyTake out the mechanical key.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the key
only has grooves on one side. If the
key cannot be inserted in a lock
cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt
to insert it.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the entry
function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
( P. 5 2 8 )
■Card key
●The mechanical key that is stored inside the card key should be used only if a
problem arises, such as when the key does not operate properly.
●If it is difficult to take out the mechanical key, push down the lock release button
using a pen tip etc. If it is difficult to pull it out, use a coin etc.
●To store the mechanical key in the card
key, insert it inside while pressing the
lock release button.

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1-1. Key information
●The card key is not waterproof.
■When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch off and lock the glove box as circumstances
demand. (P. 5 1 , 3 5 6 )
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
■Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that
a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key
number plate. ( P. 5 2 7 )
■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any
buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an
electronic key in your bag etc, ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed
accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves
that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
●If the battery cover is not installed and
the battery falls out or if the battery was
removed because the key got wet, rein-
stall the battery with the positive termi-
nal facing the Lexus emblem.