2016 LEXUS IS250 warning

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Manual transmission.................... 137
Turn signal lever ............................ 139
Parking brake ................................. 140
Horn...................................................... 141
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ..................... 142
Indicators and warning
lights................................................. 148
Multi-information display............. 151
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 156
Fog light switch .............................. 159
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................. 160
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 165
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 166
Dynamic radar cruise
control............................................. 170
Intuitive parking assist ................. 180
Driving assist systems.................. 186
PCS
(Pre-Collision System) ............ 192
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ...................... 196
Vehicle load limits ......................... 199
Winter driving tips ...................... 200
Trailer towing ................................. 204
Dinghy towing
(vehicles with an automatic
transmission) .............................. 205
Dinghy towing (vehicles with
a manual transmission) ........... 206
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................................. 210
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers ............. 218
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type ........................ 219
Using the radio.............................. 222
Using the CD player................... 229
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs.................................. 235
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................................. 241
Using the AUX adapter ............ 244
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............................ 245
3Interior features

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5-1.Essential information
Emergency flashers..................... 372
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ....................................... 373
If you think something
is wrong ......................................... 379
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 380
Event data recorder ..................... 381
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................................... 383
If a warning message is
displayed ....................................... 392
If you have a flat tire..................... 404
If the engine will not start ........... 413
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ............................... 415
If you lose your keys ..................... 416
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................ 417
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .................................... 421
If your vehicle overheats ........... 424
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................................ 427
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 430
Fuel information ............................ 446
Tire information ............................ 449
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ............... 461
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ........................... 467
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners........................... 470
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ...................................... 471
Abbreviation list ................................... 474
Alphabetical index............................... 476
What to do if... ....................................... 486
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

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Symbols used throughout this manual
Cautions & Notices
Symbols used in illustrations
CAUTION
This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is
ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the
risk of injury to yourself and others.
NOTICE
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its
equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must
not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.
Safety symbol
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”,
“Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen.”
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.)
used to operate switches and other
devices.
Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g.
a lid opens).

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
nAlarms and warning indicators
A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warnings displayed on the
multi-information display are used to prevent theft of the vehicle and unforeseeable
accidents resulting from erroneous operation. Take appropriate measures in
response to any warning indications on the multi-information display. (→P. 3 9 2 )
The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures when only
alarms are sounded.
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Exterior alarm
sounds once for 2
seconds
Tried to lock the doors using
the entry function while the
electronic key is still inside
the passenger compartment
Retrieve the electronic
key from the passenger
compartment and lock
the doors again.
Closed the trunk while the
electronic key is still inside
and all doors are locked
Retrieve the electronic
key from the trunk and
close the trunk lid.
Exterior alarm
sounds once for 60
seconds
Tried to exit the vehicle with
the electronic key and lock
the doors without first turning
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch OFF
Tu r n t h e “ E N G I N E
START STOP” switch
OFF and lock the doors
again.
Exterior alarm
sounds once for 10
seconds
Tried to lock the vehicle using
the entry function while a
door is open
Close all of the doors
and lock the doors
again.
Interior alarm
sounds continu-
ously*
Tried to open the door and
exit the vehicle without shift-
ing the shift lever to P
Shift the shift lever to P.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
nCertification for wireless remote control
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
FCC ID: NI4TMLF-1
FCC ID: HYQ14AAB
FCC ID: HYQ14ABB
FCC ID: HYQ13BZH
FCC ID: HYQ14ABK
FCC ID: HYQ14ABS
FCC ID: HYQ13BZW

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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
nThe moon roof can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
nMoon roof open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in the
instrument panel when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned OFF and the
driver's door is opened with the moon roof open.
nLinked door lock moon roof operation
lThe moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key. (→P. 41 7 )
lThe moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control. (→P. 36 )
lThe moon roof can be closed using the entry function. (→P. 25 )
nOperating the moon roof after turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is switched to ACCESSORY mode or turned
OFF. It cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
nJam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing or tilting
down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly.
nWhen the moon roof does not close normally
Pressing and holding the “CLOSE” switch will close the moon roof.
nTo reduce moon roof wind noise
Drive with the moon roof opened to slightly before the fully open position as driving
with the moon roof opened fully will cause wind noise.
nSunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will
open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
nCustomization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 4 6 1 )

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
nCertifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
nTo prevent damage to the key
Do not modify, remove or disable the engine immobilizer system. If any unautho-
rized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of the system can-
not be guaranteed.