2015 Lexus IS300h Ev mode

2954-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air condi-
tioning system to enhance fuel efficiency ( →P. 412). To improve air conditioning perfor-
mance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if th e power switch is turned off after driving in
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IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)4-6. Driving tips
■Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accelerator
pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly than it is in normal
conditions. In addition, the operation of the air conditioning system (heating/
cooling) will be minimized, improving the fuel economy. (
→P. 2 9 3 )
■Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicator needle (except F
SPORT models) or bar display (F SPORT models) of Hybrid System Indicator
within the Eco area. ( →P. 1 1 3 )
■When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater amount
of electrical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
■Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at traffic lights,
will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports before leaving and avoid
delays as much as possible. When driving in a traffic jam, gently release the
brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward slightly while avoiding over-
use of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline
consumption.
■Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Before stopping at a toll
booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the accelerator and gently
apply the brakes. A greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated
when slowing down.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following points:

3214-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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■Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help reduce
excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recirculated air
mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioning system
and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out until it
and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel. Fuel consumption
can be improved by avoiding overuse of the heater.
■Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire infla-
tion pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry roads
can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appropriate for the season.
■Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying
unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack can also cause poor fuel
economy.
■Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically when cold,
warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, frequently driving short dis-
tances will cause the engine to repeatedly warm up, which can lead to excess
fuel consumption.

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IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)5-1. Basic Operations
Lexus Display Audio System∗
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: If equipped
Use the following buttons to start listening to the audio system.
Display Audio operation buttons
Eject a disc.
Seek up or down for a radio station, or to access a desired track or file.
Except radio and A/V mode: Pause or resume playing a track.
Radio and A/V mode: Turn mute on/off
Select a radio station band, track or file.
Disc slot
Display the media top screen.
Display the radio top screen.
Press to turn the audio system on/off, and turn to adjust the volume.1
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3325-1. Basic Operations
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■Input mode
Letters and numbers are inputted via the screen.Turn the controller to select the
desired character and press the
controller to input the character.
When this indicator is shown, you
can change input fields by moving
the controller forward.
When this indicator is shown, you
can change character types by
moving the controller to the right
and then selecting the desired
character type.
Select to erase characters one by one. Select and hold to erase all charac-
ters.
Select to complete data input.
■Input field mode
When in the input field you can move the cursor to the desired position.
Turn the controller to move the
cursor left or right.
When this indicator is shown, you
can move the cursor to the right
input field by moving the control-
ler to the right.
When this indicator is shown, you
can move the cursor to the left
input field by moving the control-
ler to the left.
When this indicator is shown, you can change to input mode by moving the
controller backward.
Inputting letters and numbers
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3345-1. Basic Operations
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
Volume switch• Increases/decreases volume
• Press and hold: Continuously increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: • Press (except manual mode): Select a radio station
• Press (manual mode): Seek up/ down
• Press and hold (manual mode): Continuously seek up/down
CD, MP3/WMA/AAC disc, Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Select a track/file/song/video
• Press and hold: Select a folder/album (MP3/WMA/AAC disc or USB)
“MODE” switch • Turns the power on, selects audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operation. To can- cel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or navigation
system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio system or nav-
igation system.
Operating the audio system us ing the steering wheel switches
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CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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3385-2. Setup
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
Go to “General settings”: → “Setup” → “General”
Change language.
The selectable languages may differ
depending on the model or region.
Set the beep sound on/off.
Change the button color.
Change the startup image and
screen off image. ( →P. 3 3 9 )
Set the animation effect on/off.
Delete personal data ( →P. 3 4 0 )
Update program versions.
For details, contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
Update gracenote database versions.
For details, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Display the open source license.
General settings
Settings are available for adjusting th e operation sounds, screen animation,
etc.
Screen for general settings
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3425-2. Setup
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Go to “Display”: → “Display”
Turn off screen.
Adjust screen quality.
Adjust screen quality of the rear
view monitor camera.
Change to day mode.
This setting turns the screen off. To turn it on, press any button such as or .
If a screen off image has been se t, the set image will be displayed.
When the headlights are turned on, the screen dims.
However, the screen can be switched to day mode by selecting “Day mode”.
The screen will stay in day mode when the headlights are turned on until “Day mode”
is selected again.
Select “General” or “Camera” on the “Display” screen or select “Display” on
each audio menu screen. ( →P. 3 4 9 )
Adjust the display as desired by turning the controller clockwise (+) or
counterclockwise (-).
To select “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Colour” or “Tone”, move the controller to the left.
(when “Display” is selected, “Colour” and “Tone” are available.)
■Changing the sample image (when “General” is selected)
Move the controller to the right and select the desired sample image.
Display settings
Settings are available for adjusting the contrast and brightness of the screen.
The display can also be turned off.
Screen for display settings
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Screen off
Day mode
Adjusting the screen contrast/brightness/color/tone
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