engine Lexus IS F 2009 Owner's Manual

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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 20
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 24
Wireless remote control .............. 35
Doors.................................................... 37
Trunk...................................................... 41
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 44
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................................. 45
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ............. 49
Head restraints.................................. 51
Seat belts ............................................ 52
Steering wheel................................. 58
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 60
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 61
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 63
Moon roof .......................................... 65 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 68
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ........... 71
Alarm.................................................... 73
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................................. 75
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 76
SRS airbags ....................................... 78
Front passenger occupant classification system .................... 89
Child restraint systems ................. 94
Installing child restraints ............... 98
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle ........................ 108
Engine (ignition) switch ................ 116
Automatic transmission.............. 120
Turn signal lever............................. 128
Parking brake ................................. 129
Horn.................................................... 130
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3-4. Using the storage featuresList of storage features................ 231
• Glove box...................................... 231
• Console box ................................ 232
• Overhead console.................... 233
• Cup holders................................. 234
• Bottle holders/door pockets ............................... 236
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 237
Vanity mirror ................................. 238
Clock ................................................. 239
Satellite switches .......................... 240
Ashtrays ........................................... 243
Cigarette lighter ........................... 244
Power outlet ................................... 245
Seat heaters .................................... 246
Armrest ........................................... 248
Trunk storage extension............ 249
Coat hooks ...................................... 251
Floor mat.......................................... 252
Trunk features................................ 253
Garage door opener.................. 256
Compass.......................................... 262 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......................... 268
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.............................. 271
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 274
General maintenance ................ 276
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 279
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 280
Hood................................................. 283
Positioning a floor jack............... 284
Engine compartment.................. 286
Tires .................................................. 300
Tire inflation pressure.................... 311
Wheels............................................... 315
Air conditioning filter................... 317
Electronic key battery ............... 320
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 322
Headlight aim................................. 336
Light bulbs ...................................... 338
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers..................... 344
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 345
If you think something is wrong .......................................... 351
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 352
Event data recorder................... 353
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... ..... 355
If a warning message is displayed....................................... 365
If you have a flat tire..................... 379
If the engine will not start ......... 388
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............................. 389
If you lose your keys ................... 390
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........................ 391
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................................... 394
If your vehicle overheats ........... 397
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 400 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 402
Fuel information............................. 413
Tire information ............................. 416
6-2. Customization Customizable features .............. 428
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 433
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.................................. 436
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 437
Abbreviation list ................................... 440
Alphabetical index............................... 442
What to do if... ....................................... 453
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P. 142
P. 128
P. 145
Paddle shift switches P. 122, 124
Gauges and meters P. 131
Multi-information display P. 138
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 146
Engine (ignition) switch P. 116
Trunk opener main switch P. 41
Glove box P. 231
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 58
Parking brake pedal P. 129
Hood release lever P. 283
Horn P. 130

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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming
from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation
leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag sys-
tem and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

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1-1. Key informationKeys .............................................. 20
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .................... 24
Wireless remote control ......... 35
Doors ............................................ 37
Trunk .............................................. 41
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ................................... 44
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) .......................... 45
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ........ 49
Head restraints ........................... 51
Seat belts ..................................... 52
Steering wheel.......................... 58
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ......................................... 60 Outside rear view mirrors........ 61
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .......................... 63
Moon roof ................................... 65
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 68
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..... 71
Alarm............................................ 73
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)...................................... 75
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture .......... 76
SRS airbags ................................ 78
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 89
Child restraint systems ........... 94
Installing child restraints......... 98

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the elec-
tronic key (including the card key∗) on your person, for example in your
pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors ( →P. 2 5 )
Unlocks the trunk ( →P. 2 5 )
Starts the engine ( →P. 1 1 6 )
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: Canada only

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Effective range (areas within wh ich the electronic key is detected)
When locking or unlocking
the doors
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 2.3 ft. (70 cm) of
either of the outside front
door handles. (Only the doors
detecting the key can be
operated.)
When unlocking the trunk
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 2.3 ft. (70 cm) of
the trunk release button.
When starting the engine
or changing “ENGINE
START STOP” switch
modes
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
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■Switching the door unlock function
It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks. Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
When the indicator on the key surface is turned off, push and
hold , , or for approximately 5 seconds while pushingon the key.
The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below. (When
changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5 seconds,
and repeat step 2.)
Unlock the doors using the wireless remote control and open one of the
doors.
If a door is not opened within 60 seconds after is pressed, the doors
will be locked again and the alarm will automatically be set. In case that
the alarm is triggered, immediately stop the alarm. ( →P. 7 3 )
STEP1
STEP2
Multi-information
displayUnlocking doorsBeep
Hold the driver's door handle
to unlock only the driver's
door.
Exterior: Beeps three
times
Interior: Pings once
Hold the front passenger’s
door handle to unlock all
doors.
Hold either front door handle
to unlock all doors.Exterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings once
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■Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the
system may not operate properly in the following cases.
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the
ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to the rear bumper center when the trunk is unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in
the glove box when the engine is started or “ENGINE START STOP” switch
modes are changed.
●As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be
locked or unlocked by anyone.
●Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the
engine if the electronic key is near the window.
●The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door handle,
such as in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically be locked after
approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)
●Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.
●If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic key
is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be unlocked by the
entry function. (Use the wireless re mote control to unlock the doors.)
●A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle operation may prevent
the doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the original
position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door handle again.
■When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2 m) of
the vehicle.
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again.