lights Lexus IS300 2003 Basic Functions / LEXUS 2003 IS300 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53439U)

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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Tachometer43
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2Headlight high beam indicator light 30
. . . . . . . . . . .
3Low engine oil level warning light 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Vehicle skid control system warning light 51 . . . . . .
5Turn signal indicator lights 30
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Cruise control indicator light 241
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Momentary fuel consumption meter 42. . . . . . . . . . .
8Voltmeter42
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Automatic headlight leveling system warning
light 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . .
10Engine coolant temperature gauge 41
. . . . . . . . . . . .
11Anti±lock brake system warning light 50
. . . . . . . . . .
12Malfunction indicator lamp 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Fuel gauge 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Low fuel level warning light 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Odometer and trip meter 44
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16Power mode indicator light 232
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17Snow mode indicator light
232
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18ODO/TRIP knob 44
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19Automatic transmission indicator lights 230 . . . . . .
20M mode indicator 233
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21Gear position indicator for manual control 233 . . . .
22Discharge warning light 48
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23Rear light failure warning light 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Security indicator light 176. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Traction control system
off indicator/warning light 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Low engine oil pressure warning light 48
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27Slip indicator light 244
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Brake system warning light 46
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29SRS warning light 47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Open door warning light 50
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31Driver's seat belt reminder light 47
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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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Page
1Tachometer43
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Headlight high beam indicator light 30
. . . . . . . . . . .
3Low engine oil level warning light 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
4Vehicle skid control system warning light 51 . . . . . .
5Turn signal indicator lights 30
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6Cruise control indicator light 241
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7Momentary fuel consumption meter 42. . . . . . . . . . .
8Voltmeter42
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Automatic headlight leveling system warning
light 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . .
10Engine coolant temperature gauge 41
. . . . . . . . . . . .
11Anti±lock brake system warning light 50
. . . . . . . . . .
12Malfunction indicator lamp 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Fuel gauge 40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Low fuel level warning light 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15Odometer and trip meter 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16Power mode indicator light 232
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17Snow mode indicator light
232
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18ODO/TRIP knob 44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Automatic transmission indicator lights 230 . . . . . .
20M mode indicator 233
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Gear position indicator for manual control 233 . . . .
22Discharge warning light 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23Rear light failure warning light 51
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Security indicator light 176. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Traction control system
off indicator/warning light 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
26Low engine oil pressure warning light 48
. . . . . . . . .
27Slip indicator light 244
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Brake system warning light 46
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29SRS warning light 47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30Open door warning light 50
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Driver's seat belt reminder light 47
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SVPC021
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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EXTERIOR VIEW (Sedan)
Page
1Rear window defogger34
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2Trunk lid 83
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3Moon roof 87
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4Wiper and washer 32, 354
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5Fuel filler door 85
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6Outside rear view mirror 106 . . . . . . .
7Door 20
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8Tire and wheel 331
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9Headlights 28, 356
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10Hood 82
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For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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SVPC022
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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EXTERIOR VIEW (SportCross)
Page
1Rear window defogger34
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2Back door 22
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3Moon roof 87
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4Wiper and washer 32, 354
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5Fuel filler door 85
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6Outside rear view mirror 106 . . . . . . .
7Side door 20
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8Tire and wheel 331
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Headlights 28, 356
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Hood 82
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the description given in each section.
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QUICK REFERENCE
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4. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
SVBA013
SVBA013

HEADLIGHT SWITCHWith the ignition OFF
Parking, tail, license plate,
side marker and instrument
panel lights turn on.
Automatic light control
Headlights also turn on.
With the engine started and parking brake
released Parking, tail, license plate,
side marker and instrument
panel lights turn on.
Headlights also turn on
at full intensity.
Automatic light control
SVBA014
SSBA011b
Right or left turn
Lane change
(Right or left) High beam
Headlight flasher

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
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KEYS AND DOORS
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Locking/Unlocking the doors
When you push the ºLOCKº button on the key briefly, all
the doors will be locked from outside the vehicle.
At this time, one beep sounds* and the emergency flashers
flash once.** However, when you push the ºLOCKº button with
any door not closed securely, the buzzer sounds for 10
seconds.*** To stop the buzzer, close all the doors securely or
push the ºUNLOCKº button. If the key is in the ignition switch,
locking cannot be done.
Make sure all the doors are locked when you leave the vehicle.
Push the ºLOCKº button once again. If they were already
locked, one beep sounds and the emergency flashers will
flash.
NOTE: *The beep sound can be set not to sound. **The emergency flasher can be set not to flash. ***The buzzercan be set not to sound if a door is not closed securely. Askyour Lexus dealer for details.
NOTICE
Sedan only: Do not push the ºLOCKº button any longerthan 2 to 3 seconds. Pushing the button longeractivates an alarm. For details, see page 16.
When you push the ºUNLOCKº button, the driver's door
is unlocked. Pushing that button once again within 3
seconds from the first push, all other doors are also
unlocked.*
NOTE: *The 2±step unlocking function can be changed.Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
At this time, two beeps sound* and the emergency flashers
flash twice.** Together with the activation of unlocking, the
interior light comes on for 15 seconds if the interior light switch
is in ºDOORº position.*** However, this function does not
work when the ignition key is in the ºONº position. For further
information, see ºInterior lightsº on page 57.
You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless
remote unlock feature.**** If a door is not opened by then, all
the doors will be automatically locked again.
Even if the ºLOCKº or ºUNLOCKº switch is kept pressed in, the
locking or unlocking operation is not repeated. Release the
button and then push again.
NOTE: *The beep sound can be set not to sound. **The emergency flashers can be set not to flash. ***The interiorlight can be set not to come on or the duration of lighting can
be changed. ****The time before automatic re±locking can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
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KEYS AND DOORS
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CAUTION
Keep the back door closed while driving. This not
only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but
also prevents exhaust gases from entering the
vehicle.
 If the open back door hides the rear stop and tail
lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked,
other road users must be warned of the presence of
your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the back door dampers, do not
apply any force, paint or let any other foreign matter onthem.
SV11022

Opening from inside
If the back door opener does not operate, you can open
the back door from the inside.
To open the back door from inside, do the following.
1. Remove the cover with a key.
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SWITCHES
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HEADLIGHT SWITCH
SS12002a
To turn the lights on, twist the knob on the end of the lever.
FIRST CLICKSTOP: Only the parking, tail, license plate, side
marker and instrument panel lights turn on.
SECOND CLICKSTOP: Headlights also turn on.
THIRD CLICKSTOP (ºAUTOº): The headlights and all other
lights automatically turn on depending on the darkness of the
surroundings.*
Manually twist the knob to the second clickstop to turn on
the headlights if they are needed immediately when
entering a dark tunnel, parking structure, etc.
When the headlight switch is turned to the first or second
clickstop, the brightness of the instrument cluster will be
reduced slightly unless the instrument panel light control knob
is turned fully on.
NOTE: *The operating condition or sensitivity can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
SV12024
The automatic light control sensor is on top of the driver's side
instrument panel.
Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not
affix anything on the windshield to block this sensor.
When the headlights come on, the lights automatically turn off
about 30 seconds after any of the doors is opened and closed
with the ignition key turned to the ºACCº or ºLOCKº position\
.*
When only the taillights come on: The lights automatically turn
off with the driver's door opened and the ignition key turned to
the ºACCº or ºLOCKº position.
To turn them on again, turn the ignition key to the ºONº position,
or turn the headlight switch off and then twist the knob until the
first or second clickstop. If you are going to park for over one
week, make sure the headlight switch is off.
NOTE: *The time before turning off the lights can be changed. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
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SWITCHES
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Daytime Running Light System
The headlights turn on at reduced intensity when the parking
brake is released with the engine started, even with the light
switch in the ºOFFº position. They will not go off until the
ignition switch is turned off.
To turn on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights,
twist the knob to the first clickstop.
Twist
the knob to the second clickstop to turn on the headlights
to full intensity for driving at night.
When setting the knob to the third clickstop (ºAUTOº), the
headlights will automatically adjust to full intensity and/or turn
on the other lights depending on the darkness of the
surroundings. Likewise, as the surroundings become brighter,
the headlights will turn to reduced intensity, ultimately turning
off the other lights.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when theengine is not running.
Automatic headlight leveling system
SV12022
The headlight beam level is always maintained automatically
at the proper level in all loading conditions so that your
headlights do not dazzle other road users.
If this system fails, the warning light in the instrument cluster
comes on. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by Lexus
dealer.
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SWITCHES
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FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH
SV12016
To turn on the front fog lights, turn the switch to the ºONº
position. The front fog lights come on only when the
headlights are on low beam.
REAR FOG LIGHT SWITCH
SV12017
To turn on the rear fog lights, push the switch. They will
come on when the headlights are turned on.
To turn off the lights, push the switch again. They will go out
when the headlight switch is in the ºOFFº position. After the
rear fog and all other lights are turned off, the rear fog light do
not come on even if you turn on the tail or headlight switch
again.
When the rear fog lights are on, the indicator lights on the upper
side of the rear fog light switch lights up.
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