2014 Lexus IS250 Wiper

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IS250_EE(OM53C51E)4-6. Driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
•Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
●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 brand, and that chains match the size
of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on the 18-inch tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any
snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on
the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the
vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle
ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehi-
cle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevail-
ing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle

3836-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
■Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Tu r n s o n /o f f .
The indicator comes on when the
windshield wiper de-icer is on.
The windshield de-icer will automati-
cally turn off after a period of time.
■Blower customization
Fan speed setting during the automatic mode operation can be customized.
To change the fan speed setting mode, select
on the air conditioning
control screen.
Each time is selected, the fan speed setting mode changes as follows.
“MEDIUM”→“SOFT”→“FAST”→“MEDIUM”

3866-1. Using the air conditioning system
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■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior
to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
■Air conditioning filter
→P. 440
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 5 5 8 )
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is
off.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.

4067-1. Maintenance and care
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
CAUTION
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may cause the
electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the windshield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into the raindrop
sensor
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes until they have cooled suf-
ficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes can cause burns.
■Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction. If
this occurs, consult any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Set the wipers to the intermittent windshield
wipers. (→P. 2 1 8 )
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers may
operate unexpectedly in the following situa-
tions, and may result in hands being caught or
other serious injuries and cause damage to the
wiper blades.

4077-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with low
humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Set the wipers to the intermittent windshield wipers. (→P. 2 1 8 )
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be dam-
aged.

4868-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered with
ice
A buzzer also sounds.
→Clean the sensor.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control system is
unable to judge vehicle-to-vehicle distance
A buzzer also sounds.
→Tu r n o f f s n o w m o d e .
If the windshield wipers are on, turn them off or set
them to a mode other than AUTO or high speed
wiper operation.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert) system is
suspended (The camera sensor temperature is higher
than the operation temperature range)
A buzzer also sounds.
→Restart the LDA after driving for a while.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the sur-
rounding area on the bumper is dirty or covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
→Clean the sensor and its surrounding area on the
bumper.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The cruise control system; or
• The dynamic radar cruise control system
Press the “ON/OFF” button once to deactivate the
system, and then press the button again to reactivate
the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) system
A buzzer also sounds.
→Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions

576Alphabetical index
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Lane Departure Alert (LDA)............ 241
Language
(multi-information display) ............. 102
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)............ 241
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever ...........................415
Hood lock release lever...................415
Shift lever..................................................197
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever ............................ 159
Turn signal lever .................................203
Wiper lever.............................................215
Lexus Display Audio system ............ 294
Lexus Display Audio controller ...... 296
Lexus parking assist-sensor ............. 247
License plate lights ...............................206
Light switch ...........................................206
Replacing light bulbs..........................461
Light bulbs
Replacing .................................................451
Wattage................................................. 548Lights
Automatic High Beam
system.................................................. 209
Fog light switch..................................... 213
Follow me home system................ 207
Headlight switch ................................ 206
Illuminated entry system ................ 390
Interior lights ........................................ 390
Interior lights list ................................. 389
Personal lights..................................... 390
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 451
Trunk light ............................................... 127
Turn signal lever................................. 203
Vanity lights.......................................... 398
Wattage ................................................. 548
Lock steering column ...........................194
Low profile tire ...................................... 430
Luggage security system ....................126
Luggage under tray ............................. 397
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Sensor
Automatic headlight system......... 207
Automatic High Beam system...... 212
Inside rear view mirror......................162
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor ...... 86
LDA (Lane Departure Alert).........241
Lexus parking assist-sensor ......... 247
Radar sensor ................ 236, 272, 282
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers.....................................................219
Service reminder indicators................90
Shift lever....................................................197
Automatic transmission ....................197
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................................... 523
Shift lock system .................................... 523
Shift position and gear position.......... 95
Side airbags..................................................41Side mirrors ..............................................163
Adjusting and folding ........................ 163
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........... 278
Linked mirror function when
reversing ..............................................165
Mirror position memory ....................151
Side turn signal lights .......................... 203
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 461
Turn signal lever................................. 203
Slip indicator............................................477
Smart entry & start system ................ 130
Antenna location .................................130
Entry functions ............................. 118, 125
Starting the engine.............................. 192
SMS (Short message service)......... 353
Snow mode .............................................. 198
Snow tires ................................................ 290
Spare tire ................................................. 496
Inflation pressure ............................... 546
Storage location................................. 497
Spark plug ............................................... 543
Specifications ......................................... 538
Speech command system ................ 373