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5188-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,
making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the trunk. ( →P. 4 76 )
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or chains
may become damaged, broken debris may hit people, and cause serious damage.
●Do not turn the power switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wh eel is locked and cannot be operated.
■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain and related parts may be damaged,
an accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle or electricity generated
by the operation of the motor may cause a fire
to occur depending on the nature of the dam-
age or malfunction.
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5638-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
■Doors
Use the mechanical key (→P. 131) in
order to perform the following oper-
ations:
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
*
Unlocks all the doors
Opens the windows and moon roof (turn and hold)
*
*
: This setting must be customized at any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■Tr u n k
Turn the mechanical key clockwise
to open.
If the electronic key does not operate properly
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted ( →P.
151) or the electronic key cannot be us ed because the battery is depleted, the
smart entry & start system and wireless remote control cannot be used. In
such cases, the doors and trunk can be opened and the hybrid system can be
started by following the procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key linked
functions
1
2
3
4
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5949-2. Customization
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
■Door lock ( →P. 136, 143, 563)
■Smart entry & start system and wireless remote control ( →P. 136, 143)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Unlocking using a mechani-
cal keyAll doors
unlocked in one stepDriver's door
unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in
two steps
——O
Speed-detecting automatic
door lock functionOnOffO—O
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks all doorsOffOnO—O
Shifting gears to P unlocks all
doorsOffOnO—O
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doorsOnOffO—O
Locking/unlocking of the
trunk when all doors are
locked/unlockedOnOff——O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)OnOffO—O
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e a u t o -
matic door lock function is
activated if door is not
opened after being unlocked
30 seconds
60 seconds
——O120 seconds
Open door warning buzzerOnOff——O
Welcome light illumination
controlOnOff——O
123
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9
9-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
■Smart entry & start system (
→P. 136, 143, 149)
*: If equipped
■Wireless remote control ( →P. 136, 143)
■Driving position memory* (→ P. 1 6 9 )
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Smart entry & start systemOnOffO—O
Smart door unlocking*All the doorsDriver's doorO—O
Number of consecutive door
lock operations*As many as
desired2 times——O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Wireless remote controlOnOff——O
Unlocking operationAll doors
unlocked in one stepDriver's door
unlocked in one step,
all doors unlocked in two steps
O—O
Trunk unlocking operationPress and hold
(short)
One short press
——OPush twice
Press and hold (long)
Off
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Driver's seat movement
when exiting the vehicleStandardOffO—OPa r t i a l
Doors linked to the driving
position memory recall func-
tionDriver's doorAll doors——O
123
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605What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
●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. 1 4 6 )
●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→ P. 212)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 2 1 4 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 1 4 9 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 2 1 5 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way. ( →P. 5 6 4 )
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 566)
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
power switch in ON mode. ( →P. 5 6 2 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 2 1 5 )
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside
If you think som
ething is wrong
The hybrid system 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 hybrid system is stopped
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606What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
●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 8 5 )
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period of time.
(→ P. 2 1 4 )
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 5 2 3 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 2 2 7 )
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( → P. 5 2 1 , 5 2 7 )
●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. 9 6 )
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm: • Unlock the doors or open the trunk using the entry function or wireless
remote control.
• Start the hybrid system. The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The power switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th
e horn sounds (if equipped)
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610Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
BrakeFluid ......................................................... 585
Parking brake .......................................227
Regenerative braking ...........................81
Warning light .........................................521
Brake assist ............................................. 296
Break-in tips ............................................ 195
Brightness control
Instrument panel li ght control..........112
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................. 310
Card key.................................................... 130
Care ................................................442, 446
Aluminum wheels .............................. 443
Exterior.................................................... 442
Interior .....................................................446
Seat belts................................................ 447
Cargo hooks ........................................... 432
Caution label .............................................83
CD player ................................................354
Chains ....................................................... 323 Child restraint system............................ 60
Baby seats, definition............................ 61
Baby seats, installation ........................70
Child seats, definition ........................... 61
Child seats, installation .......................70
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors ........................................ 73
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........70
Installing CRS with top strap ........... 74
Junior seats, definition .......................... 61
Junior seats, installation ...................... 72
Child safety ................................................ 59
12-volt battery precautions .......................... 465, 569
Airbag precautions ............................. 45
Child restraint system ........................ 60
How your child should wear the seat belt.............................. 40
Installing child restraints .................... 69
Moon roof precautions .................... 192
Power window lock switch ............185
Power window precautions........... 187
Rear door child-protectors ............140
Removed electronic key battery precautions....................... 490
Seat belt precautions...........................42
Seat heater precautions ..................423
Trunk precautions .............................. 147
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618Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
LightsAutomatic High Beam
system .................................................. 232
Fog light switch ................................... 236
Follow me home system ................230
Headlight switch................................. 229
Illuminated entry system................. 426
Interior light ........................................... 426
Interior lights list .................................. 425
Personal lights ..................................... 426
Replacing light bulbs........................ 497
Trunk light ................................................146
Turn signal lever ................................. 225
Vanity lights .......................................... 435
Wattage................................................. 588
Lock steering column .......................... 215
Low profile tire ....................................... 470
Luggage security system .................... 145
Luggage under tray .............................433 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ........... 451
Maintenance data ............................. 578
Maintenance requirements .......... 449
Maintenance system .............................. 117
Malfunction indicator lamp ................521
Master warning light ........................... 523
Meter Changing the display ............................111
Indicators .................................................106
Instrument panel li ght control ......... 112
Meters .......................................................109
Multi-information display...................115
Warning lights ......................................105
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 179
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ............................................ 418
Outside rear view mirrors ............... 181
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 435
MirrorLink ........................................... 404
MMS (Multimedia messaging service) ..................................................388M