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4266-2. Using the air conditioning system
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Turn the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
●The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blow-
ing air from the seats.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel or seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheating
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●Do not put heavy objects that have an unev en surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
●To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is off.
Heated steering wheel
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Interior features
6-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features
Glove box (P. 432)
Bottle holders ( P. 433)Cup holders (
P. 433)
Console box ( P. 432)
WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause
the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracke d if they come into contact with other
stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored
items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire
hazard.
●When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an
occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.
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4346-4. Using the storage features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
WARNING
●Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders and bot-
tle in the bottle holders. Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of
an accident or sudden braking, causing injury.
●To prevent burns, cover hot drinks when placed in the cup holders.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the rear cup holder, stow the cup holder before stowing the arm-
rest.
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4356-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Raise the hooks when needed.
The cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
Loosen the belt
Tighten the belt
Trunk features
Cargo hooks
WARNING
To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stow ed positions when not in use.
First-aid kit storage belt
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4406-5. Using the other interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
●Reverse operation feature: To ensure adequate rear visibility, the rear sunshade auto-
matically lowers when the sh ift lever is shifted to R.
However, the rear sunshade is raised again if any of the following occurs:
• The button is pressed again.
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• The shift lever is shifted into P.
• The shift lever is shifted out of R, and the vehicle reaches a speed of 9 mph (15 km/h).
If the engine is off when the rear sunshade has been lowered due to the reverse opera-
tion feature, it will not be raised even when the engine is turned on again and the vehi-
cle reaches a speed of 9 mph (15 km/h). To raise the sunshade again, press the button.
*: Occasionally, the reverse function may not be carried out after the switch has been
pressed. Repeat the above operation to operate the function.
WARNING
When the rear sunshade is being operated, do not place fingers or other objects in the
fastener section or in the opening. They may get caught, causing injury.
NOTICE
●To prevent battery discharge, do not operate the rear sunshade when the engine is
off.
●To ensure normal operation of the rear sunshade, observe the following precautions:
• Do not place excessive load on the moto r or other components of the rear sun-
shade.
• Do not place objects where they may hi nder opening and closing operations.
• Do not attach items to the rear sunshade.
• Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions.
• Do not operate the rear sunshade cont inuously for long periods of time.
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4416-5. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
An assist grip installed on the ceiling
can be used to support your body while
sitting on the seat.
The coat hooks are provided with the
rear assist grips.
Assist grips
WARNING
Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from your seat.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the assist grip, do not put a heavy load on the assist grip.
Coat hooks
WARNING
Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or sharp objects on the hook. If the SRS cur-
tain shield airbags deploy, these items may become projectiles, causing death or seri-
ous injury.
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4486-5. Using the other interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Certification for the garage door opener
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A./Canada
■When support is necessary
Visit on the web at www.homelink.com/toyota
or call 1-800-355-3515.
WARNING
■When programming a garage door or other remote control device
The garage door or other device may operate, so ensure people and objects are out of
danger to prevent potential harm.
■Conforming to federal safety standards
Do not use the HomeLink® compatible transceiver with any garage door opener or
device that lacks safety stop and reverse features as requ ired by federal safety stan-
dards.
This includes any garage door that canno t detect an interfering object. A door or
device without these features increases the risk of death or serious injury.
■When operating or programming HomeLink®
Never allow a child to operate or play with the HomeLink® buttons.
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4516-5. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Circling calibrationStop the vehicle in a place where it is safe to drive in a circle.
Press and hold the button for 9
seconds.
“C” appears on the compass display.
Drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8
km/h) or less in a circle until a
direction is displayed.
If there is not enough space to drive
in a circle, drive around the block
until a direction is displayed.
■Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct di rection in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
●The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
●The vehicle is in a place where the earth's magnetic field is subject to interference by
artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking lot, under a steel tower,
between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near an intersection, near a large vehicle,
etc.).
●The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
●The battery has been disconnected.
●A door is open.
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WARNING
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Adjust the di splay only when the vehicle is stopped.
■When doing the circling calibration
Secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the vicinity. Do not vio-
late any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.