
4808-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond
to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after
the maintenance data has been reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the mainte-
nance data has been reset.)
→ Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset
the maintenance data after the maintenance is per-
formed ( →P. 4 0 3 )
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Automatic High Beam switch is
pressed while the headlights are in low beam.
→ Turn the high beam on and press the Automatic
High Beam switch again.
(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
system was turned off, the pre-collision brake system
operation is stopped
→Tu r n t h e V S C o n . ( →P. 2 4 2 )
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is not cur-
rently functional because the grille cover or the sensor is
dirty
→ Check the grille cover and the sensor and clean
them if they are dirty.
Indicates that operation of large electricity consuming
systems such as the air conditioning system are sus-
pended
→Stop using unnecessary electric components to
reduce electricity consumption. Wait a while until
the electric power supply is restored.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert) system
cannot be used because the vehicle speed is lower than
approximately 32 mph (50 km/h)
→Drive the vehicle at 32 mph (50 km/h) or higher.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

4928-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.
Remove all the wheel nuts and the
tire.
When resting the tire on the ground,
place the tire so that the wheel design
faces up to avoid scratching the wheel
surface.
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CAUTION
■Replacing a flat tire
●Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the
vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes will
be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts while
changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
●Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the tire
to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to
bolt or disc wheel damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts
to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or
grease from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• Do not attach a heavily damaged wheel ornament, as it may fly off the wheel while the vehicle is moving.
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically designed for
that wheel.
• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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When trouble arises
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 5 0 2 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
The starter motor does not turn over , the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function
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562What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 4 6 7 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 1 7 2 )
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
( → P. 4 6 6 , 4 7 2 )
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 7 1 )
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine.
●Is the electronic key left inside th e vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( →P. 4 7 2 )
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 466, 472. A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activate
d and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds wh en leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

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IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................358
Air conditioning filter........................ 437
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 358
AAC disc ................................................. 295
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 240 Function ..................................................240
Warning light ...................................... 466
Accent color..............................................88
Adaptive Variable Suspension system .............................241
Air conditioning filter .......................... 437
Air conditioning system .....................358 Air conditioning filter........................ 437
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 358 Airbags .........................................................36
Airbag operating conditions .......... 44
Airbag precautions for your child ....................................... 39
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 44
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ............................................ 41
Front passenger occupant
classification system..........................47
General airbag precautions ........... 39
Locations of airbags............................ 36
Modification and disposal
of airbags............................................... 43
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................................. 44
Side airbag precautions .................... 39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 44
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ......................... 39
SRS airbags ............................................. 36
SRS warning light .............................. 466
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565Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Alarm .............................................................. 71
Anchor brackets ...................................... 58
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ....................... 114
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 240 Function ..................................................240
Warning light ...................................... 466
Approach warning (dynamic
radar cruise control) ......................... 201
Armrest .................................................... 379
Assist grip ................................................. 381
Audio input...............................................274
Audio system.......................................... 266 Audio input............................................ 274
AUX port/USB port........................ 274
Bluetooth
® audio.................................317
CD player ..............................................295
iPod ............................................................ 301
MP3/WMA/AAC disc .................295
Optimal use ..........................................282
Portable music player ..................... 308
Radio ....................................................... 289
Steering wheel audio switch .......... 271
USB memory ...................................... 304 Automatic headlight leveling
system...................................................... 174
Warning light ....................................... 467
Automatic High Beam ......................... 176
Automatic light control system...................................................... 173
Automatic transmission....................... 164 If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P ............498
M mode .................................................... 167
Paddle shift switches..........................166
AUX port ................................................. 274
Average fuel economy ..........................87
Average vehicle speed..........................87

566Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ......................... 451
Wattage ................................................... 521
Battery....................................................... 420 Battery checking ................................420
If the vehicle battery is discharged.................................... 502
Preparing and checking before winter ................................................... 260
Warning light ...................................... 466
Bluetooth
®
Audio system .........................................317
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ......................... 319
Bottle holders......................................... 372
Brake Fluid............................................................ 419
Parking brake.........................................172
Warning light ...................................... 466
Brake assist ............................................. 240
Break-in tips.............................................. 147
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .........84
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 252 Care................................................ 396, 399
Aluminum wheels .............................. 397
Exterior ...................................................396
Interior ..................................................... 399
Seat belts............................................... 400
Cargo capacity ....................................... 156
Cargo hooks ...........................................374
CD player................................................ 295
Chains ......................................................... 261
Child restraint system ............................54 Booster seats, definition .................... 55
Booster seats, installation ................. 64
Convertible seats, definition ........... 55
Convertible seats, installation........... 61
Front passenger occupant
classification system..........................47
Infant seats, definition.......................... 55
Infant seats, installation......................... 61
Installing CRS
with LATCH anchors ..................... 59
Installing CRS with seat belts ........... 61
Installing CRS with top tether strap......................... 65
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570Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Emergency flashers ............................. 456
Engine .........................................................514ACCESSORY mode....................... 160
Compartment ....................................... 413
Engine switch ........................................ 159
Hood ........................................................... 411
How to start the engine ................... 159
Identification number ........................ 513
If the engine will not start............... 496
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 159
Overheating ........................................ 506
Engine coolant......................................... 417
Capacity .................................................. 516
Checking..................................................417
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 260
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........................................................81
Engine immobilizer system ................. 69
Engine oil ...................................................414 Capacity .................................................. 514
Checking................................................. 414
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 260
Engine switch .......................................... 159
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 240
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ..........241
Function ....................................................241
Warning light ....................................... 467
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 First-aid kit storage belt......................374
Flat tire ...................................................... 486
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission.................... 517
Brake......................................................... 518
Washer ................................................... 422
Fog lights..................................................... 181 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 452
Switch ......................................................... 181
Wattage ...................................................521
Footwell light .......................................... 368 Wattage ...................................................521
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 47
Front personal lights ........................... 369 Wattage ...................................................521
Front seats................................................. 120 Adjustment..............................................120
Cleaning................................................. 399
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory................. 123
Head restraints .....................................128
Power easy access system ............. 123
Seat heaters .......................................... 367
Seat position memory ....................... 123
Seat ventilators.................................... 367F