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4256-2. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32F (0 C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed or “A/C” is
selected.
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior
to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
■Air conditioning filter
P. 500
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 619)
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is
stopped.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover th e air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.
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IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
6
Interior features
6-5. Using the other interior features
To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side position,
flip down, unhook, and swing it to the
side.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
Vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio system
The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.
Pressing and holding will move the
clock hands backward.
Pressing and holding will move the
clock hands forward.
Other interior features
Sun visors
1
2
Vanity mirrors
Clock
1
2
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4436-5. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Programming HomeLink®
Steps through must be performed within 60 seconds, otherwise the
indicator light will stop flashing and programming will not be able to be com-
pleted.
Press and release the HomeLink
® button you want to program and check
that the HomeLink® indicator light flashes (orange).
Point the remote control transmit-
ter for the device at the rear view
mirror, 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
from the HomeLink
® buttons.
Keep the HomeLink® indicator light
in view while programming.
Program a device.
Programming a device other than an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)
Press and hold the handheld tran smitter button until the HomeLink
® indi-
cator light changes from slowly flashi ng orange to rapidly flashing green
(rolling code) or continuously lit green (fixed code), then release the but-
ton.
Programming an entry gate (for U. S.A. owners)/Programming a device
in the Canadian market
Press and release the remote control transm itter button at 2 second inter-
vals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink
® indicator light changes from slowly
flashing (orange) to rapidly flashing (green) (rolling code) or continuously
lit (green) (fixed code).
Test the HomeLink
® operation by pressing the newly programmed button
and observing the indicator light:
●Indicator light illuminates: Programming of a fixed code device has com-
pleted. The garage door or other de vice should operate when a Home-
Link
® button is pressed and released.
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2
3
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4496-5. Using the other interior features
6
Interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
To turn the compass on or off, press and
hold the button for 3 seconds.
Compass
: If equipped
The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which
the vehicle is heading.
Operation
Displays and directions
DisplayDirection
NNorth
NENortheast
EEast
SESoutheast
SSouth
SWSouthwest
WWest
NWNorthwest
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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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2
3
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.
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4526-5. Using the other interior features
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
NOTICE
■To avoid compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause the compass sensor to malfunction.
■To ensure normal operation of the compass
●Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth's mag-
netic field is subject to interferen ce by artificial magnetic fields.
●During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power windows, etc.)
as they may interfere with the calibration.
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IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U7-1. Maintenance and care
●Working from top to bott
om, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel
wells and underside of the vehicl e to remove any dirt and dust.
●Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois.
●For hard-to-remove marks, use car wa sh soap and rinse thoroughly with
water.
●Wipe away any water.
●Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.
■Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coating that is resistant to small surface scratches
caused in a car wash etc.
●The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from when the vehicle is delivered from the plant.
●The restoration time differs depending on the depth of the scratch and outside tem-
perature.
The restoration time may become shorter when the coating is warmed by applying
warm water.
●Deep scratches caused by keys, coins, etc. cannot be restored.
●Do not use wax that contain abrasives.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of the vehicle.
Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and harm your
vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure car washes
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring th e nozzle tip near the gaps around the doors
or perimeter of the windows, or spray these areas continuously.
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the ve hicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion:
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644Alphabetical index
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Daytime running light system .......... 204
DefoggerOutside rear view mirrors ............. 422
Rear window ........................................ 422
Windshield ............................................ 422
Differential Front differential ................................. 593
Rear differential .................................. 594
Dimension ............................................... 586
Dinghy towing......................................... 185
Display Drive information ................................100
Dynamic radar cruise control......248
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ....... 244
Multi-information display .................. 94
Warning message .............................532
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 468
Door courtesy lights Location ..................................................428
Wattage ..................................................597 Doors .......................................................... 124
Automatic door locking and unlocking system .................... 127
Door lock................................................. 126
Open door warning buzzer .......... 125
Open door warning light .............. 527
Outside rear view mirrors ..............159
Rear door child-protector .............. 127
Side windows ........................................ 162
Drive information .................................. 100
Drive-Start Control..................... 173, 195
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light....................527
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 147
Driving ........................................................ 172 Break-in tips ........................................... 174
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving mode select switch .......... 297
Procedures ............................................. 172
Winter drive tips ................................306
Dynamic radar cruise control ......... 248
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