2014 Lexus IS250 warning

922. Instrument cluster
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(→P. 2 0 3 )
(if equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator (→P. 2 4 1 )
Tail light indicator
(→P. 2 0 6 )

(if equipped)
Lexus parking assist-sensor
indicator (→P. 2 4 7 )
Headlight high beam indi-
cator (→P. 2 0 6 )
*1, 2 Slip indicator
(→P. 2 6 6 )
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam indi-
cator (→P. 2 0 9 )*1VSC OFF indicator
(→P. 2 6 7 )
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(→P. 2 1 3 )
*1, 3
(if equipped)
Pre-crash safety system
warning light (→P. 2 7 2 )
Rear fog light indicator
(→P. 2 1 3 )
*4, 5
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators (→P. 2 7 8 )
(If equipped)
Gear Shift Indicator
(→P. 2 0 1 )*6Security indicator
(→P. 77, 83)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(→P. 225, 229)*7Low outside temperature
indicator (→P. 9 5 )
(if equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol indicator (→P. 229)*1Eco Driving Indicator Light
(→P. 1 0 4 )
(if equipped)
Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor (→P. 225, 229)*8Eco drive mode indicator
(→P. 2 6 3 )

942. Instrument cluster
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
CAUTION
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when
you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to help pro-
tect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately if this occurs.

962. Instrument cluster
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
XF SPORT models (when the main meter is in the right-side position)
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°C (-40°F) to 50°C
(122°F). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature
is 3°C (37°F) or lower.
Shift position and gear position (→P. 1 9 7 )
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (→P. 1 0 0 )
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (→P. 4 8 2 )
Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Tr i p m e t e r :
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different distances indepen-
dently.
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1002. Instrument cluster
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
Drive information
Select to display various drive data. (→P. 1 0 1 )
Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)
Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.
•Route guidance
• Compass display (north-up display/heading-up display)
Audio system-linked display
Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the meter using the
meter control switches.
Dynamic radar cruise control operational status
(vehicles with a dynamic radar cruise control)
Select to display the operational status of the dynamic radar cruise control.
(→P. 2 2 9 )
The tab will change to when the vehicle is in constant speed
control mode. (→P. 2 3 4 )
If LDA (Lane Departure Alert) is activated, the operational status of the LDA
system will also be displayed. (If equipped) (→P. 2 4 3 )
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) operational status
(vehicles with LDA but without a dynamic radar cruise control)
Select to display the operational status of the LDA. (→P. 2 4 3 )
Warning message display
Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a malfunction is
detected. (→P. 4 8 2 )
Settings display
Select to change the meter display settings. (→P. 1 0 2 )
Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of vehicle
data.

1042. Instrument cluster
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
■Rev peak (F SPORT models)
Select to set the rev peak on/off.
When set to on and the engine speed
reaches or exceeds 5000 r/min, an
afterimage of the tachometer will be
displayed at the highest engine
speed for approximately 0.5 sec-
onds.
■Initialization
Select to reset the meter display settings. (→P. 5 5 2 )
■Eco Driving Indicator
Eco Driving Indicator will not operate under the following conditions:
●The shift lever is in any position other than D.
●A paddle shift switch is operated.
●Neither normal mode nor Eco drive mode is selected. (→P. 2 6 3 )
●The vehicle speed is approximately 130 km/h (80 mph) or higher.
■Suspension of the settings display
In the following situations, the settings display using the meter control switches will be
suspended.
●When a warning message appears on the multi-information display
●When the vehicle begins to move
■Liquid crystal display
→P. 9 8
Eco Driving Indicator Light
During Eco-friendly acceleration (Eco driv-
ing), the Eco Driving Indicator Light will turn
on. When the acceleration exceeds the Zone
of Eco driving, or when the vehicle is stopped,
the light turns off.
Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display
Suggests the Zone of Eco driving with current
Eco driving ratio based on acceleration.
Eco driving ratio based on acceleration
If the acceleration exceeds the Zone of Eco
driving, the right side of the Eco Driving Indi-
cator Zone Display will illuminate.
Zone of Eco driving1
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1693-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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Operation of each component
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
■Door lock linked window operation
●The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.*
(→P. 5 2 4 )
●The power windows can be opened and closed using the wireless remote control.*(→P. 1 1 8 )
*: These settings must be customized at any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■When the battery is disconnected
The window lock switch is disabled. If necessary, press the window lock switch after
reconnecting the battery.
■Power windows open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in the instru-
ment cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened with the
power windows open.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 551)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Closing the windows
●The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the operation
for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do
not let a child operate the power windows. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to have body parts caught in the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it
is recommended to use the window lock switch. (→P. 1 6 7 )
●Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a posi-
tion where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
●When using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and operating the power
windows, operate the power window after checking to make sure that there is no pos-
sibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window. Also do
not let a child operate window by the wireless remote control or mechanical key. It is
possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the power window.
●When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch off, carry the key and exit the vehicle
along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to mischief, etc., that
may possibly lead to an accident.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.
●The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the
window fully closes.

1733-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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Operation of each component
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
■Moon roof open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in the instru-
ment cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened with the
moon roof open.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 551)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
■Opening the moon roof
●Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehicle while it is
moving.
●Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
■Closing the moon roof
●The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations.
In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a child oper-
ate the moon roof. It is possible for children and other passengers to have body parts
caught in the moon roof.
●Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a posi-
tion where it could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.
●When using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and operating the moon
roof, operate the moon roof after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of
any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the moon roof. Also, do not let
a child operate moon roof by the wireless remote control or mechanical key. It is pos-
sible for children and other passengers to get caught in the moon roof.
●When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch off, carry the key and exit the vehicle
along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to mischief, etc., that
may possibly lead to an accident.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.
●The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the
moon roof fully closes.

2024-2. Driving procedures
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
■Downshifting restriction warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may sometimes
be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the
shift lever or paddle shift switch is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
■Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driving in
snow mode.
■Gear position display on the multi-information display
When Gear positions is selected for a Drive Information screen on the multi-information
display and the shift lever is in the D or M position, the currently selected gear position
will be displayed on the multi-information display. (The display changes according to the
shift lever position and driving conditions.)
■When driving with cruise control or dynamic radar cruise control activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking,
engine braking will not activate because cruise control or dynamic radar cruise control
will not be canceled.
●While driving in the D position, downshifting to 5 or 4. (→P. 225, 229)
●When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position. (→P. 2 6 3 )
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
→P. 5 2 3
■AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver performance
and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in D. (Shifting the shift lever
to the M position cancels the function.)
CAUTION
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in the vehicle
skidding to the side or spinning.
■Gear Shift Indicator display (if equipped)
For safety, the driver should not look only at the display. Refer to the display when it is
safe to do so while considering actual traffic and road conditions.
Failure to do so may lead to an accident.