2016 LEXUS IS250 trunk

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2-5. Driving information
CAUTION
nThings that must not be carried in the trunk
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk.
lReceptacles containing gasoline
lAerosol cans
nStorage precautions
lDo not place anything on the package tray behind the rear seatback.
Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during
sudden braking or in an accident.
lDo not drive with objects on top of the instrument panel.
They may interfere with the driver’s field of view or move during sharp accelera-
tion or turning, thus impairing the driver’s control of the vehicle. In an accident
they may injure the vehicle occupants.
lSecure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure some-
one during an accident or sudden braking.
nCapacity and distribution
lDo not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating.
lEven if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less than the total
load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause dete-
rioration of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.

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3-4. Using the storage features
Console boxes
Front
Pull up the knob to release the
lock.
Slide the armrest.
Pull up the knob to release the
lock.
Lift the armrest to open.
Rear (if equipped)
Press the button to release the
lock.
Lift the armrest to open.
nGlove box light
The glove box light turns on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode.
nTrunk opener main switch
The trunk opener main switch located in the glove box. (→ P. 4 3 )
CAUTION
nCaution while driving
Keep the glove box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Glove box and console boxes

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3-5. Other interior features
3

Interior features
Trunk storage extension
CAUTION
nWhen not in use
Ensure that the inside trunk door is closed.
In the event of sudden braking, items stored in the trunk may be thrown forward into
the cabin, resulting in injury.
Long objects can be loaded in the vehicle by utilizing the trunk space and
rear seat area.
Pull down the rear seat armrest.
Open the inside trunk door
from the trunk and load bag-
gage or other items.
STEP1
STEP2

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3-5. Other interior features
Trunk features
nCargo hooks
Cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
nShopping bag hooks
nFirst-aid kit storage belt
Loosen
Tighten

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3-5. Other interior features
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Interior features
CAUTION
nWhen the cargo hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their positions when they are not in
use.
nWarning triangle storage belt
Loosen
Tighten
nLuggage mat
Pull the lever upwards when lift-
ing the luggage mat up.
The lever can be hooked on the
edge of the trunk.

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3-5. Other interior features
NOTICE
nWhen closing the trunk
Do not leave the luggage mat lever hooked on the edge of the trunk.
The luggage mat may get damaged.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
nParking lights
Release the lock and remove the
cover.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
nBack-up light
Open the trunk door and remove
the trunk panel cover clips.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP1

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Partly remove the trunk panel
cover and turn bulb bases coun-
terclockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
nRear turn signal lights
Open the trunk door and remove
the cover.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
STEP2
STEP3
STEP1
STEP2