2014 Lexus IS F Owner's Manual

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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Ve h i c l e
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for US owners, and seat belt, SRS
airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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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 .............. 43
Doors.................................................... 46
Trunk...................................................... 51
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 55
Driving position memory ............. 56
Seat position memory ................... 60
Head restraints................................. 62
Seat belts ............................................ 65
Steering wheel.................................. 72
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 74
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 76 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 78
Moon roof ........................................... 81
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap.......... 85
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ........ 88
Alarm.................................................... 90
Theft prevention labels ................ 93
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 94
SRS airbags ....................................... 96
Front passenger occupant classification system .................. 108
Child restraint systems ................. 113
Installing child restraints ............... 117
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
• Rear view monitor system
• Intuitive parking assist • Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
• Climate control

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 128
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 138
Automatic transmission.............. 142
Turn signal lever .............................. 151
Parking brake ................................. 152
Horn.................................................... 153
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 154
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 158
Multi-information display............. 161
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 166
Fog light switch .............................. 170
Windshield wipers and washer.............................................. 172
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 176
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................................. 177
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................................. 181
Intuitive parking assist ................. 195
Driving assist systems.................. 201
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........... 207 2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ...................... 214
Vehicle load limits.......................... 217
Winter driving tips ........................ 218
Trailer towing ................................. 220
Dinghy towing ................................ 221
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................ 224
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ....................... 232
Windshield wiper de-icer ......... 233
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ....................... 234
Using the radio.............................. 237
Using the CD player................... 245
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs.................................. 252
Operating an iPod....................... 260
Operating a USB memory....... 268
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 277
Using the AUX port ................... 279
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................. 281
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system ........ 284
Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system ............................................ 287
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 292
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 296
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................................. 302
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile phones ........................... 303
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phones) .................. 307
Making a phone call ..................... 315
Setting a mobile phone ............... 319
Security and system setup ........ 324
Using the phone book............... 328
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list............................ 334
• Interior lights ............................... 336
• Personal lights ............................ 336 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features.............. 338
• Glove box .................................... 339
• Console box ............................... 340
• Overhead console .................... 341
• Cup holders................................. 342
•Bottle holders/door pockets ............................... 344
• Auxiliary box ............................... 344
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 345
Vanity mirrors ................................ 346
Clock................................................. 347
Satellite switches ......................... 348
Ashtrays ............................................ 351
Cigarette lighter ........................... 352
Power outlet .................................. 353
Seat heaters.................................... 354
Armrest ............................................ 356
Trunk storage extension ........... 357
Coat hooks .................................... 359
Assist grips ..................................... 360
Floor mat........................................... 361
Trunk features................................ 362
Garage door opener.................. 365
Compass.......................................... 372
Safety Connect ............................. 376

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................. 384
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ................... 388
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ...... 391
General maintenance ................ 393
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 396
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................................. 397
Hood................................................. 400
Positioning a floor jack................ 401
Engine compartment................. 403
Tires .................................................... 417
Tire inflation pressure................. 428
Wheels.............................................. 432
Air conditioning filter.................. 434
Electronic key battery ................ 436
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 438
Headlight aim ................................ 452
Light bulbs ....................................... 454 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 460
If your vehicle needs to be towed .............................................. 461
If you think something is wrong ............................................. 467
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 468
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 469
If a warning message is displayed....................................... 479
If you have a flat tire..................... 493
If the engine will not start ......... 502
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............................. 503
If you lose your keys ................... 504
If the electronic key does not operate properly .............. 505
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................. 508
If your vehicle overheats .............. 511
If the vehicle becomes stuck .... 514
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ....... 515
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)...................... 518
Fuel information ............................ 529
Tire information............................. 532
6-2. Customization Customizable features............... 544
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 549
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners........................... 552
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 553
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 555
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 564 Abbreviation list ................................... 568
Alphabetical index .............................. 570
What to do if... ........................................ 581
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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