2015 Lexus IS200t ignition

1743-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
■The moon roof can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Operating the moon roof after turning the engine off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the engine switch is
turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It cannot, however, be operated once either
front door is opened.
■Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon roof is clos-
ing or tilting down, travel is stoppe d and the moon roof opens slightly.
■Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will open
automatically when the moon roof is opened.
■Door lock linked moon roof operation
●The moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.* (→ P. 5 5 0 )
●The moon roof can be open ed and closed using the wireless remote control.*
( → P. 1 2 2 )
*: These settings must be customized at any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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4Driving
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ...................... 178
Cargo and luggage .................... 186
Tr a i l e r t o w i n g (vehicles without
a towing package) ................... 187
Trailer towing (vehicles with a towing package) ...................188
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ............ 196
Automatic transmission............ 201
Turn signal lever .......................... 207
Parking brake...............................209
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 210
Automatic High Beam .............. 213
Fog light switch..............................217
Windshield wipers and washer........................................... 219
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap...... 227 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Stop & Start system (Smart Stop)................................231
Cruise control ............................. 240
Dynamic radar cruise control ......................................... 244
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........ 260
Lexus parking assist-sensor.............................. 266
Rear view monitor system .......273
Driving mode select switch ........................................... 283
Driving assist systems............... 285
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) ......................................... 291
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 299
•The Blind Spot Monitor function ....................................304
• The Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function.........................306
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .....................309

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IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)4-2. Driving procedures
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be started.
Press the engine switch.
The engine will crank un til it starts or for
up to 30 seconds, whichever is less.
Continue depressing the brake pedal
until the engine is completely started.
The engine can be started from any
engine switch mode.
Stop the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the parking brake. ( →P. 2 0 9 )
Press the engine switch.
Release the brake pedal and check that the display on the meters is off.
Engine (ignition) switch
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your
person starts the engine or changes engine switch modes.
Starting the engine
1
2
3
4
Stopping the engine
1
2
3
4
5

1974-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake pedal released.
(The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)Off*
The emergency flashers can be used.
The multi-information display will not be
displayed.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such as the
audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the
meters.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can be used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on
the meters.
*: If the shift lever is in a position other thanP when turning off the engine, the
engine switch will be turned to ACCES-
SORY mode, not to off.
If the engine is stopped with the shift le ver in a position other than P, the engine
switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Per-
form the following procedure to turn the switch off:
Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check that “Turn Power OFF” is displayed on the multi-information display
and then press the engine switch once.
Check that “Turn Power OFF” on the multi-information display is off.
Changing engine switch modes
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2
3
When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other than P
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2
3
4

1984-2. Driving procedures
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the engine
switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery
discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode for long periods of time when the engine is not running.
■Electronic key battery depletion
→P. 1 1 9
■Conditions affecting operation
→P. 1 3 6
■Notes for the entry function
→P. 1 3 7
■If the engine does not start
●Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the shift lever is
displaced out of P.
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( →P. 77)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel
will be locked due to the steering lock functi on. Operating the engine switch again auto-
matically cancels the steering lock.
■When the steering lock cannot be released
■Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, operation of the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeat edly in a short period of time. In this case,
refrain from operating the engine switch. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock
motor will resume functioning. “Steering Lock active” w ill be displayed on the
multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is in P. Press the
engine switch while tu rning the steering wheel
left and right.

2004-2. Driving procedures
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
●Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long
periods of time without the engine running.
●If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is displayed on the meters while the engine is
not running, the engine switch is not off. Exit the vehicle after turning the engine
switch off.
●Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If the engine is
stopped in another shift lever position, the engine switch will not be turned off but
instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY
mode, battery discharge may occur.
■When starting the engine
●Do not race a cold engine.
●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked
by any authorized Lexus dealer or repair er, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional immediately.
■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the
switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualif ied and equipped professional immediately.

2014-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
While the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, move the shift lever
with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is com-
pletely stopped.
Automatic transmission
Shifting the shift lever

2084-2. Driving procedures
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
■Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out.
■If the turn signals stop flashing before a lane change has been performed
Operate the lever again.
■Customization
The number of times the turn signals flash during a lane change can be changed.
(Customizable feature →P. 5 76 )