drive mode Lexus IS250 2011 Owner's Guide

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to co rrect the suspected problem, check
that the warning light turns off.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(Comes on for 10 seconds.)
(Flashing)
Indicates that an
attempt was made
to start the engine
without the elec-
tronic key being
present, or the
electronic key was
not functioning
normally.
Start the engine
with the elec-
tronic key
present.
*
Once3 times
(Flashing)
Indicates that a
door other than
the driver’s door
has been opened
or closed with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch in
any mode other
than OFF and the
electronic key
outside of the
detection area.
Confirm the loca-
tion of the elec-
tronic key.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U
Once3 times
(Vehicles with an auto-matic transmission)
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
driver’s door has
been opened or
closed with the
shift lever in P, the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch in
any mode other
than OFF and the
electronic key
outside of the
detection area.
Tu r n t h e
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
OFF or confirm
the location of the
electronic key.
OnceCon-
tinuous
(Displayed alternately)
(Vehicles with an auto-matic transmission)
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
driver’s door has
been opened or
closed (with the
shift lever out of in
P, t h e “ E N G I N E
START STOP”
switch in any
mode other than
OFF and the elec-
tronic key outside
of the detection
area).
• Shift the shift lever to P.
•Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.
Once
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
key battery is low.Replace the bat-
tery. ( →P. 4 2 1 )
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P∗
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
∗: If equipped

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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
IS350/250_U
Engine
Fuel
IS250IS350
Model4GR-FSE2GR-FSE
Ty p e6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.27 × 3.03 in.
(83.0 × 77.0 mm)3.70 × 3.27 in.
(94.0 × 83.0 mm)
Displacement 152.5 cu.in.
(2500 cm3)
210.9 cu.in.
(3456 cm3)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane rating91 (Research octane number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp. gal.)

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Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U
Cruise control ......................................... 175
Cup holder .............................................. 322
Curtain shield airbags............................ 93
Customizable features ...................... 540
Daytime running light system ........... 166
DefoggerRear window.......................................... 214
Side mirror .............................................. 214
Dimension ............................................... 508
Dinghy towing ............................. 200, 201
Display
Satellite switch mode ....................... 329
Trip information ..................................... 161
Warning message............................. 470
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............ 380
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights...........................315
Wattage.................................................. 524
Door pockets..........................................324
Doors Door lock................................ 28, 40, 43
Door windows ....................................... 75
Side mirrors ..............................................72
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 463
Driving Correct posture ...................................... 91
Procedures ............................................. 124
Driving position memory ......................53 Electric power steering....................... 185
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 493
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ............... 489
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..................................... 491
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ................................................. 498
If the warning buzzer sounds........ 461
If the warning light turns on............ 461
If a warning message is displayed ............................................ 470
If you have a flat tire .......................... 481
If you lose your keys .........................492
If you think something is wrong ...................................................457
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 493
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 504
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................506
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................................... 451
If your vehicle overheats..................501
Emergency flashers Switch...................................................... 450
Engine Compartment ..................................... 386
Engine switch ........................................ 134
Hood ....................................................... 383
How to start the engine ................... 134
Identification number ...................... 509
If the engine will not start ............... 489
Ignition switch ....................................... 134
Overheating ..........................................501
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