2013 LEXUS IS250C service

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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
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Vehicle data recordings
Your Lexus is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record cer-
tain data, such as:
•Engine speed
• Accelerator status
•Brake status
•Vehicle speed
•Shift position
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options with
which it is equipped. Furthermore, these computers do not record conversations,
sounds or pictures.
● Data usage
Lexus may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunctions,
conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the
vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner
● Usage of data collected through Safety Connect/Lexus Enform (U.S. mainland
only)
If your Lexus has Safety Connect or Lexus Enform and if you have subscribed to
those services, please refer to the Safety Connect/Lexus Enform Telematics Sub-
scription Service Agreement for informat ion on data collected and its usage.

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●Disclosure of the EDR data
Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when:
• An agreement from the vehicle's owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is obtained
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
However, if necessary, Lexus may:
• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party for re search purposes without disclosing infor-
mation about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus deal er before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.d tsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

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1-7. Safety information
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors,
side airbag sensor assemblies , driver's seat position sensor, driver's seat belt buckle
switch, front passenger occupant classifi cation system (ECU and sensors), “AIR
BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat
belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, airbags, interconnecting wir-
ing and power sources. ( P. 4 9 2 )
■If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
●Bruising and slight abrasion s may result from contact with a deploying (inflating)
SRS airbag.
●A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
●Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel , airbag cover and inflator) as well as
the front seats may be hot for several minu tes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
●The windshield may crack.
●For Safety Connect subscribers, if the SRS airbags deploy or in the event of a
severe rear-end collision, the system is designed to send an emergency call to
the response center, notifying them of the vehicle’s location (without needing to
push the “SOS” button) and an agent will attempt to speak with the occupants
to ascertain the level of emergency and assistance required. If the occupants
are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emer-
gency and helps to dispatch the necessary emergency services. ( P. 3 8 7 )
■SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)
●The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds the
set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approximately 12 -
18 mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision wi th a fixed wall that does not move or
deform).
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes
an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on
impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in
which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.).

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropria te to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand, and that
chains match the size of the tires.
■ Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
● Do not try to forcibly open a w indow or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumu lated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumul ated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
■When the battery is disconnected
Stations presets are erased.
■Radio antenna type
●Detachable antenna
To remove a detachable antenna, carefully turn it counterclockwise.
●Wi re an t en na
The radio antenna is mounted inside the windshield.
■Reception sensitivity
●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the continually
changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and surrounding
objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
●The radio antenna is mounted inside th e windshield. To maintain clear radio
reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other metallic objects to the
antenna wire mounted inside the windshield.
■XM® Satellite Radio
An XM
® Satellite Radio is a tuner designed exclusively to receive broadcasts pro-
vided under a separate subscription. Availa bility is limited to the 48 contiguous
states and 10 Canadian provinces.
●XM® subscriptions
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe:
U.S.A. 
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.com
or call 1-877-515-3987.
Canada 
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.ca
or call 1-877-515-3987.
●Radio ID
You will need the radio ID when activating XM
® service or reporting a prob-
lem. Select “CH000” using , and th e receiver's 8-character ID number
will appear.
●Satellite tuner
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accompany-
ing Text Information of XM
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3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
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Interior features
■Conditions under which the system will not operate
●If using a mobile phone that does not support Bluetooth®
●If the mobile phone is switched off
●If you are outside service range
●If the mobile phone is not connected
●If the mobile phone's battery is low
●If the mobile phone is be hind the seat or in the glove box or console box
●If metal is covering or touching the phone
■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system and voice guidance are muted when making a call.
●If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
●If the incoming call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
●Try to face toward the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
●In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• When a window is open
• When the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• When the air conditioning is set to high
■When transferring ownership of the vehicle
Be sure to initialize the system to prevent personal data from being improperly
accessed. (P. 3 4 5 )
■About Bluetooth®
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG. Inc.

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3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
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Interior features
Using the call history memory
Follow the procedure below to use a number stored in the call history
memory:
Press the talk switch and say “Redial” (when using a number
stored in the outgoing call history memory) or “Call back” (when
using a number stored in the incoming call history memory).
Select the number by either of the following methods:
a. Say “Previous” or “Go back” until the desired number is dis-
played.
b. Select the desired number using , and .
The following operations can be performed:
Dialing: Press the off-hook switch or select “Dial” using a voice com-
mand or , and .
Storing the number in the phone book: Select “Store” and then
“Confirm” using a voice command or , and .
Deleting: Select “Delete” and then “Confirm” using a voice command
or , and .
■Call waiting
●If your phone does not support HFP Ver. 1.5, this function cannot be used.
●Call waiting operation may differ depend ing on your mobile phone and service
provider.
■Call history
Up to 5 numbers can be stored in each of the outgoing and incoming call history
memories.
■When talking on the phone
●Do not talk at the same ti me as with the other party.
●Keep the volume of the incoming voice down. Otherwise, voice echo will
increase.
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