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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:

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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.

3295-1. Basic Operations
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Lexus Display Audio system
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■“MENU” screen
To display the “MENU” screen, press the button on the controller unit.
ButtonFunction
“A u d i o ”Display the audio top screen
( → P. 352, 354, 361, 364, 369, 378)
“Climate”Automatic air conditioning system ( →P. 4 1 2 )
“Telephone”Display the phone top screen( →P. 3 9 2 )
“Car” Consumption information ( →P. 1 2 1 )
“Info”Display the “Information” screen ( →P. 4 0 3 )
“Setup”Setup menu ( →P. 3 3 7 )
“Display”Display settings ( →P. 3 4 2 )

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IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)5-11. Bluetooth
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■When using the Bluetooth® audio system
●In the following situations, the system may not function.
• If the portable audio player is turned off
• If the portable audio player is not connected
• If the portable audio player’s battery is low
●There may be a delay if a cellular phone connection is made during Bluetooth® audio
play.
●Depending on the type of portable audio player that is connected to the system, opera-
tion may differ slightly and cert ain functions may not be available.
■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system is muted when making a call.
●If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
●If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
If the Bluetooth® phone is too close to the system, quality of the sound may deteriorate
and connection status may deteriorate.
●In the following situations, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
•If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• If there is interference from the network of the cellular phone
■Conditions under which th e system will not operate
●If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth®
●If the cellular phone is turned off
●If you are outside of cellular phone service coverage
●If the cellular phone is not connected
●If the cellular phone’s battery is low
●When outgoing calls are controlled, due to heavy traffic on telephone lines, etc.
●When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
●When transferring phonebook data from the cellular phone
Bluetooth®

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6Interior features
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6-1. Using the air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system ........................................... 412
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ......................... 423
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list.......................... 425• Interior lights .......................... 426
• Personal lights........................ 426
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features............. 428• Glove box................................ 429
• Console box ........................... 429
•Cup holders/Bottle holders ....................... 430
Trunk features .............................. 432 6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............ 435 • Sun visors ................................ 435
• Vanity mirrors ........................ 435
• Clock ........................................ 435
• Power outlet ........................... 436
• Armrest.................................... 437
• Rear sunshade....................... 437
• Assist grips.............................. 439
• Coat hooks ............................. 439

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IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)6-1. Using the air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temper-
ature setting.
Vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio system: Press the “MENU” button on the
Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Climate” to display the air condi-
tioning operation screen.
For details on the Lexus Display Audio controller, refer to “Lexus Display
Audio controller” on P. 330.
Vehicles with a navigation system:
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote
Touch, then select “Climate” to display the air conditioning control screen.
For details on the Remote Touch, refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
The illustrations below are for left-hand drive vehicles.
The button positions and shapes will di ffer for right-hand drive vehicles.
Also, the display and button positions will differ depending on the type of the
system.

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Interior features
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XWith “DUAL” mode
XWithout “DUAL” mode
Air conditioning controls

4146-1. Using the air conditioning system
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■Adjusting the temperature setting
To adjust the temperature setting,
touch and slide your finger up or
down on the sensor.
The temperature setting can also be
adjusted by touching on the sensor.
When the temperature setting is
changed, a buzzer sounds.
■Fan speed setting
Press to increase the fan speed.
Press to decrease the fan speed.
■Change the airflow mode
To change the airflow, press .
The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed.
■S-FLOW mode (if equipped)
When there are no passengers in the rear seats, airflow can be directed to the
front seats only to reduce the air conditioning effect on the rear seats.
However, depending on both the temperature inside and outside the vehicle, air-
flow may be directed to the rear seats even though S-FLOW mode is on to main-
tain comfort inside the vehicle.
Press .
The indicator comes on when S-FLOW mode is on.
Press again to resume airflow to the rear seats.
■Other functions
●Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes (→P. 4 1 8 )
●Defogging the windshield ( →P. 4 1 8 )
●Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors ( →P. 4 1 8 )