parking Lexus IS220d 2011 Owner's Guide

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
indicator turns on. The
engine begins starting after
the indicator light goes out.
The engine will crank until it
starts or for up to 30 seconds,
whichever is less.
Continue depressing the
clutch pedal until the engine
is completely started.
The engine can be started
from any “ENGINE START
STOP” switch mode.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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When driving
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
Shifting the shift lever
While the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the
shift lever.
Shift position uses
*: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever
Shift positionFunction
PParking the vehicle or starting the engine
RReversing
NNeutral
DNormal driving*
SS mode driving (P. 165)

: If equipped

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When driving
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Parking brake
Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (P. 2 3 9 )
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
Sets the parking brake
*
(Depressing the pedal again
releases the parking brake.)
*:Fully depress the parking
brake pedal with your left
foot while depressing the
brake pedal with your right
foot.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Sets the parking brake
Fully set the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the

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NOTICE
Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 170)(vehicles
with an
automatic
transmis-
sion)
“ECT SNOW” indica-
tor
(P. 162)
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 186)(vehicles
with an
automatic
transmis-
sion)“ECT PWR” indicator
(P. 162)
Tail light indicator
(P. 186)
(if
equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 198, 202)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 190)
(if
equipped)
Lexus parking assist-
sensor indicator (P.
217)
Rear fog light indicator
(P. 190)Slip indicator
(P. 224)
(vehicles with an automatic
VSC off indicator
(P. 224)
*1, 2
*1

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When driving
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of
driving-related data, including the current outside air temperature.
Trip information (P.
182)
Displays driving range, fuel
consumption and other cruis-
ing-related information.
Lexus parking assist-sen-
sor display (if equipped)
Automatically displayed
when using Lexus parking
assist-sensor.
Satellite switch mode dis-
play
(P. 365)
This switch is used to config-
ure various function settings.
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol display (if equipped)
(P. 202)
Automatically displayed
when using dynamic radar
cruise control.
Warning messages
(P. 4 7 3 )
Automatically displayed

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Lexus parking assist-sensor
The distance to obstacles measured by the sensors is communicated
via the multi-information display and a buzzer when parallel parking
or maneuvering into a garage. Always check the surrounding area
when using this system.
With navigation system
For vehicles equipped with a navigation system, refer to the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual” for further details.
Without navigation system
Types of sensors
Front corner sensors
Rear corner sensors
Back sensors
Multi-information display (P. 181)
Front corner sensor opera-
tion
Rear corner sensor opera-
tion
Back sensor operation

: If equipped

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The distance display and buzzer
When a sensor detects an obstacle, the direction of and the approx-
imate distance to the obstacle are displayed and the buzzer sounds.
Front corner sensors
Multi-information
displayApproximate distance
to obstacleBuzzer
50 to 40 cm
(1.6 to 1.3 ft.)Medium
40 to 30 cm
(1.3 to 1.0 ft.)Fast
30 cm (1.0 ft.) or lessContinuous
Lexus parking assist-sensor switch (P. 365)
When on, an indicator is dis-
played to inform the driver
that the function is opera-
tional.

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Sensor detection information
Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect
the ability of the sensor to correctly detect obstacles. Particular instances
where this may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor.
• The sensor is frozen.
• The sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.
• The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing
ultrasonic waves.
• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the
vicinity.
• The sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.
• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.
• Towing eyelets are installed.
• The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of
their shapes, signs and other objects may be judged by the sensor to be
closer than they are.
The shape of the obstacle may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles.
• Wires, fences, ropes etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb radio waves
• Sharply-angled objects
•Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction
of your vehicle
If the display flashes and a message is displayed
P. 4 7 3
Customization that can be configured at any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
Settings (e.g. buzzer volume) can be changed. (Customizable features P.
556)

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When driving
IS250/220d/200d_EE
CAUTION
Caution when using the Lexus parking assist-sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.
Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 10 km/h (6 mph).
Do not attach any accessories within the sensor range.
NOTICE
Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.