2015 Lexus IS250 service indicator

3906-4. Using the other interior features
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
“SOS” button
LED light indicators
Microphone
LEXUS Enform Safety Connect 
: If equipped
Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global
Positioning System (GPS) data and embe dded cellular technology to provide
safety and security features to subscribers. Safety Connect is supported by
Lexus’ designated response center, wh ich operates 24 hours per day, 7 days
per week.
Safety Connect service is available by su bscription on select, telematics hard-
ware-equipped vehicles.
By using the Safety Connect service, yo u are agreeing to be bound by the
Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and its Terms and Conditions, as
in effect and amended from time to time, a current copy of which is available
at Lexus.com. All use of the Safety Connect service is subject to such then-
applicable Terms and Conditions.
System components
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3926-4. Using the other interior features
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the red indicator
light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off. Afterward, the green indicator light
comes on, indicating that the service is active.
The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage conditions:
●Green indicator light on = Active service
●Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process
●Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction (contact
your Lexus dealer)
●No indicator light (off) = Safety Connect service not active
■Automatic Collis ion Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the system is
designed to automatically call the response center. The responding agent
receives the vehicle’s location and attempts to speak with the vehicle occu-
pants to assess the level of emergency. If the occupants are unable to commu-
nicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emergency, contacts the
nearest emergency services provider to describe the situation, and requests
that assistance be se nt to the location.
Safety Connect LED light Indicators
Safety Connect services

4087-2. Maintenance
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission
control system. Your vehicle may not pa ss the I/M test and may need to be
repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer to service the vehicle.
●When the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may not be com-
pletely set.
●When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a temporary malfunction
and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehicle is driven
40 or more times.
Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.
Emission inspection an d maintenance (I/M)
programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD
(On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of
the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
When the malfunction indicator lamp s till remains on after several driv-
ing trips
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

5239-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Recommendation of the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid the
build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems, per EPA’s lowest additives concentration program.
●Lexus strongly recommends the use of Top Ti er Detergent Gasoline. For more informa-
tion on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers, please go to the official
website www.toptiergas.com.
■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformul ated gasoline that contains oxygenates
such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in many areas.
Lexus recommends the use of cleaner bu rning gasoline and appropriately blended
reformulated gasoline. These types of gaso line provide excellent vehicle performance,
reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure th at it has an octane rating no lower than 87.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancin g additive called MMT (Methylcyclopenta-
dienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasolin e that contains MMT. If fuel containing
MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instru ment cluster may come on. If this happens,
contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking fo r a short time while accelerating or driv-
ing uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
●Use only gasoline containing up to 15% etha-
nol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline that
could contain more than 15% ethanol, includ-
ing from any pump labeled E30, E50, E85
(which are only some examples of fuel con-
taining more than 15% ethanol).DO NOT use gasoline con-
taining more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

574Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance......... 409
General maintenance .................... 405
Maintenance data ............................... 512
Maintenance requirements...........402
Maintenance system ..............................88
Malfunction indicator lamp .............. 466
Master warning light ........................... 467
Meter Changing the display..........................83
Indicators................................................... 78
Instrument panel light control .........84
Meters.......................................................... 81
Multi-information display ..................86
Warning lights ........................................ 77
Micro dust and pollen filter ................361
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ..................... 133
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ...........................................362
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 135
Vanity mirrors ...................................... 377 MMS (Multimedia messaging
service)................................................... 327
Mobile Assistant .................................... 272
Moon roof ...................................................141 Door lock linked moon roof operation...................... 142
Jam protection function.................... 142
Operation..................................................141
MP3 disc ................................................. 295
Multi-information display..................... 86 Audio system-linked ........................... 86
Drive information.................................. 87
Dynamic radar cruise control .......196
LDA (Lane Departure Alert).......209
Navigation system-linked ................ 86
Settings ......................................................88
Switching the display .......................... 87
Warning message..............................472
Navigation system
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Needle ......................................................... 88
Noise from under vehicle ........................8
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577Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Seat belt reminder light...................... 467
Seat belts..................................................... 30Adjusting the seat belt ..........................31
Automatic Locking Retractor......... 32
Child restraint system installation ................................................61
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ...................................... 400
Emergency Locking Retractor ................................................ 32
How to wear your seat belt .............30
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 32
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use.......................................... 33
Reminder light and buzzer ........... 467
Seat belt extender................................. 32
Seat belt pretensioners ........................31
SRS warning light.............................. 466
Seat heaters ............................................ 367
Seat position memory...........................123
Seat ventilators ...................................... 367
Seating capacity......................................156 Seats, Front ............................................... 120
Adjustment..............................................120
Adjustment precautions...................120
Child seats/child restraint system installation ............................. 58
Cleaning................................................. 399
Driving position memory................. 123
Head restraints .....................................128
Power easy access system ............. 123
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 28
Seat heaters .......................................... 367
Seat position memory ....................... 123
Seat ventilators.................................... 367
Seats, Rear ..................................................121 Fold down the seatback.....................121
Luggage security system.................. 110
Sensor Automatic headlight system .......... 174
Automatic High Beam system .... 180
Inside rear view mirror...................... 134
Intuitive parking assist........................ 214
LDA (Lane Departure Alert).......208
Radar sensor................ 203, 247, 254
Rain-sensing windshield wipers.................................................... 186
Service reminder indicators ................ 76
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

578Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Shift lever ...................................................164Automatic transmission ................... 164
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 498
Shift lock system.................................... 498
Shift position and gear position ...........81
Side airbags ............................................... 37
Side marker lights................................... 173 Light switch .............................................173
Replacing light bulbs ........................452
Side mirrors ............................................. 135 Adjusting and folding........................ 135
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)............ 252
Linked mirror function when reversing ................................. 136
Mirror position memory ...................123
Side turn signal lights ............................170 Replacing light bulbs ........................452
Turn signal lever .................................. 170
Slip indicator........................................... 467
Smart access system with push-button start ........................ 114 Antenna location ................................... 114
Entry functions ........................... 103, 109
Starting the engine ............................. 159 SMS (Short message service) .........327
Snow mode............................................... 165
Snow tires .................................................262
Spare tire ................................................. 486
Inflation pressure..................................519
Storage location ................................. 487
Spark plug ................................................. 516
Specifications........................................... 512
Speedometer .............................................. 81
Speed indicator........................................ 88
Steering lock ............................................. 161 Column lock release .......................... 161
Steering wheel ......................................... 131 Adjustment................................................131
Audio switches ..................................... 271
Heated steering wheel ................... 366
Power easy access system ............. 123
Steering wheel position memory .............................. 123
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 452
Storage feature ..................................... 370
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck....... 509
Sun visors.................................................. 377