2014 Lexus IS250C Owner's Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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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 .............. 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
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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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 138
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 147
Automatic transmission................ 151
Turn signal lever ............................ 158
Parking brake ................................. 159
Horn.................................................... 160
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ....................... 161
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 167
Multi-information display............. 171
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 176
Fog light switch .............................. 180
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 182
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 189 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 190
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 194
Intuitive parking assist ............... 208
Driving assist systems.................. 214
Hill-start assist control ............... 220
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........... 222
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ..................... 229
Vehicle load limits........................ 232
Winter driving tips ....................... 233
Trailer towing ................................. 237
Dinghy towing ............................... 238
2When driving

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................ 242
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ........................ 251
Windshield wiper de-icer ......... 252
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ....................... 253
Using the radio .............................. 256
Using the CD player ................... 264
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs................................... 271
Operating an iPod ....................... 279
Operating a USB memory....... 287
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 296
Using the AUX port................... 298
Using the steering wheel audio switches ........................... 300 3-3. Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system
Bluetooth
® audio system ........ 303
Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................................... 306
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ............ 311
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player .......... 315
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................................ 321
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile phones ............................ 322
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phones) .................. 326
Making a phone call ................... 335
Setting a mobile phone .............. 339
Security and system setup ........ 344
Using the phone book............... 348
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list............................ 354
• Interior light ................................ 355
• personal lights............................ 355
3Interior features

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 356
• Glove box .................................... 357
• Console box ............................... 358
• Cup holders................................. 359
• Auxiliary box ............................... 362
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 363
Vanity mirror .................................. 364
Clock ................................................. 365
Satellite switches .......................... 366
Ashtrays ........................................... 369
Cigarette lighter ........................... 370
Power outlet .................................... 371
Seat heaters and ventilators ..................................... 372
Floor mat.......................................... 374
Trunk features................................ 375
Garage door opener.................. 378
Compass......................................... 384
Safety Connect ............................ 388 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 maintenance ................ 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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Abbreviation/Acronym list.............. 608
Alphabetical index................................ 610
What to do if... ...................................... 622
Index