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IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)Please note that this manual applies to all
models and explains all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some expl anations for equipment not installed on your
vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However,
because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle show n in the illustrations may differ from your
vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Both genuine Lexus and a wide variety of other spare parts and accessories for Lexus
vehicles are currently available on the market. Should it be determined that any of the
genuine Lexus parts or accessories supplied with the vehicle need to be replaced, Lexus
recommends that genuine Lexus parts or accessories, be used to replace them. Other
parts or accessories of matching quality can also be used. Lexus cannot accept any liabil-
ity or guarantee spare parts and accessories which are not genuine Lexus products, nor
for replacement or installation involving such parts. In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from the use of non-genuine Lexus spare parts or accessories may
not be covered under warranty.
For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
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991-3. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
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●The intrusion sensor detects intruders or movement in the vehicle.
●The tilt sensor detects changes in vehicle inclination, such as when the vehicle
is towed away.
This system is designed to deter and pr event vehicle theft but does not guarantee
absolute security against all intrusions.
■Setting the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor will be set automatically when the alarm is
set. ( →P. 9 6 )
■Canceling the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
If you are leaving pets or other moving things inside the vehicle, make sure to
disable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor before setting the alarm, as they will
respond to movement inside the vehicle.
Turn the power switch off.
Press the intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor cancel switch.
Press the switch again to re-enable
the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor.
Each time the intrusion sensor is can-
celed/set, a message will be shown
on the multi-information display in
the instrument cluster.
Intrusion sensor (if equipped) /Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor (if
equipped)
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1122. Instrument cluster
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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.Darker
Brighter
■The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be adjusted
individually. However, when the surroundings ar e bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail
lights will not change the in strument panel brightness.
Instrument panel light control
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1142. Instrument cluster
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■Tachometer
Hybrid System Indicator switches to the tachometer when driving mode is in sport mode.
The settings of the tachometer display can be changed on the multi-information display.
( → P. 1 1 8 )
■Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precis ely controlled in order to help improve fuel
efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when vehicle
operation and driving co nditions are the same.
■Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the
display may take longer than normal to change.
●When stopped, or driving at low sp eeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
●When the outside temperature has changed su ddenly (at the entrance/exit of a garage,
tunnel, etc.)
■Po p - u p d i s p l a y
In some situations, a pop-up display will be temporarily displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display or the odometer/trip me ter screen (F SPORT models only).
The pop-up display function can be set on/off. ( →P. 1 1 8 )
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic
of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. ( →P. 1 1 5 )
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates
the maximum engine speed.
●The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red
zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the
engine after it has cooled completely. ( →P. 5 7 1 )
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