2015 Lexus IS200t ignition

5518-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch
will turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart entry & start system is
deactivated in customization setting, the
engine switch will turn to ACCESSORY
mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi-
information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Starting the engine
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5548-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:
XLeft-hand drive vehicles
XRight-hand drive vehicles Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal
on your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the positive (+)
battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery terminal on the
second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid, station-
ary, unpainted metallic point away fr om the battery and any moving parts,
as shown in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery of
your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the engine switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the engine of your
vehicle by turning the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact
reverse order from which they were connected.
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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)
*1: Vehicles without a Stop & Start system
*2: Vehicles with a Stop & Start system
■Spark plug
Cooling system
Capacity
XEngine
7.8 L (8.2 qt., 6.9 Imp. qt.)
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7.9 L (8.3 qt., 7.0 Imp. qt.)*2
XIntercooler
3.0 L (3.2 qt., 2.6 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non- amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Make NGK DILFR7K9G
Gap0.9 mm (0.035 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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9-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
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■Vehicle customization
●When the speed-detecting automatic door lock and shift-linked automatic door lock
are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position
other than P, all the doors will be locked.
• If the vehicle is started with all doors locked, the speed-detecting automatic door lock will not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the speed-detecting automatic door
lock will operate.
●When the smart entry & start system is off, the entry unlock function cannot be custom-
ized.
●When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the timer activated auto-
matic door lock function activates, signal s will be generated in accordance with the
operation buzzer volume and operational signal (Emergency flashers) function set-
tings.
●Some settings can be changed using a switch or the audio system screen. If a setting is
changed using a switch, the ch anged setting will not be reflected on the audio system
screen until the engine switch is turn ed off and then to IGNITION ON mode.
■When customizing using the Remote Touch or Lexus Display Audio controller (if
equipped)
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also,
to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the features.
CAUTION
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust
gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This
may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing fea-
tures.

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IS200t_EE(OM53D19E)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be made
by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional. (
→P. 118)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately. ( →P. 1 2 1 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( →P. 466)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( →P. 1 9 7 )
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio wave.
(→ P. 136)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
( → P. 1 2 6 )
If you have a problem, check the foll owing before contacting any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened

589What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the trunk will
operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take the key out from the trunk.
(→ P. 131)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→ P. 1 9 6 )
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 1 9 8 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 1 3 4 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 1 9 8 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( →P. 5 5 1 )
●Is the battery discharged? ( →P. 5 5 3 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( →P. 549)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 1 9 8 )
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside
If you think som
ething is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped

590What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 1 6 9 )
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( →P. 1 9 8 )
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 5 0 2 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 2 0 9 )
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( → P. 500, 506)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside the vehicle
during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 8 3 )
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
• Unlock the doors or open the trunk using th e entry function or wireless remote con-
trol.
• Start the engine.
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th e horn sounds (if equipped)

596Alphabetical index
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E-mail ......................................................... 374
Eco drive mode .....................................283
Eco Driving Indicator ........................... 107
Eco Driving Indicator Light ............... 104
Elapsed time ............................................ 102
Electric Power Steering (EPS)........285Function ..................................................285
Warning light ........................................ 501
Electronic key............................................ 116
Battery-saving function.................... 135
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................... 550
Replacing the battery.......................466
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is
displayed ........................................... 506
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................... 550
If the engine will not start ............... 547
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................549
If the vehicle battery is discharged.........................................553
If the warning buzzer sounds ..... 500
If the warning light turns on ......... 500
If you have a flat tire ..............522, 533
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 498
If your vehicle becomes stuck...... 561
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency............491
If your vehicle needs to be towed............................................. 492
If your vehicle overheats ................557 Emergency brake signal.................... 286
Emergency flashers ............................. 490
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 533
Engine ....................................................... 566 ACCESSORY mode ....................... 197
Compartment ....................................... 441
Engine switch ........................................ 196
Hood ....................................................... 439
How to start the engine ................... 196
Identification number.......................565
If the engine will not start ............... 547
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..... 196
Overheating ........................................ 557
Engine coolant....................................... 445 Capacity................................................. 569
Checking ............................................... 445
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 309
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 95
Engine immobilizer system .................. 77
Engine oil ................................................. 442 Capacity................................................. 567
Checking ................................................442
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 309
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 444
Engine switch ...........................................196
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 285
Function.................................................. 285
Warning light.........................................501
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