Lexus IS F 2010 Audio/video System / LEXUS 2010 IS F OWNERS MANUAL (OM53A21U)

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Vehicle load limits
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.
(P. 3 9 7 )
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking
ability, resulting in an accident.
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing
capacity and cargo capacity.
■Total load capacity: 660 lb. (300 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and
luggage.
■Seating capacity: 4 occupants (Front 2, Rear 2)
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose esti-
mated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
■Towing capacity
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and
the number of occupants.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
●Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
●Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.

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When driving
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious
injury.
●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of snow tires
being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains
Do not fit tire chains. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect
driving performance.
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Lexus dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of
the tire pressure warning system.
■When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable
to road conditions.
■When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the
parking brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from
being released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inadvert-
ent sliding or creeping.

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Trailer towing
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also
does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch
carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your Lexus is not designed
for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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When driving
Dinghy towing
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the
ground) behind a motor home.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system...................................... 198
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers................. 206
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ................. 207
Using the radio ........................ 210
Using the CD player .............. 218
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ........................... 225
Operating an iPod
®.............. 233
Operating a USB memory...................... 241
Optimal use of the audio system..................................... 250
Using the AUX adapter....... 252
Using the steering wheel audio switches...................... 254
Interior features3

Interior features3
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth®
audio system
Bluetooth
® audio system .... 257
Using the Bluetooth®
audio system ......................... 260
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player.... 265
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player.... 268
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ......................................... 274
3-4. Using the hands-free
phone system
(for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for
mobile phones ...................... 275
Using the hands-free system
(for mobile phones)............. 279
Making a phone call .............. 287
Setting a mobile phone.......... 291
Security and system
setup ........................................ 296
Using the phone book.......... 300
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ..................... 306
• Interior lights ....................... 308
• Personal lights ..................... 3083-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features.......... 310
• Glove box ............................... 310
• Console box ........................... 311
• Overhead console............... 312
• Cup holders ........................... 313
• Bottle holders/
door pockets ......................... 315
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors .................................. 316
Vanity mirrors .......................... 317
Clock .......................................... 318
Satellite switches .................... 319
Ashtrays.................................... 322
Cigarette lighter .................... 323
Power outlet ............................ 324
Seat heaters ............................ 325
Armrest .................................... 327
Trunk storage extension ...... 328
Coat hooks .............................. 330
Floor mat ................................... 331
Trunk features ......................... 332
Garage door opener ............ 335
Compass ................................... 341
Safety Connect ...................... 345

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system
Using the automatic mode
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Press to switch to automatic mode.
The air conditioning system automatically switches between outside air
and recirculated air modes.
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Without navigation system
Automatic mode Driver’s side temperature
setting displayChanges the air outlets used
OffFan speedAirflow display
Fan speed display
Passenger’s side temperature
setting display
Micro dust and pollen filter
Driver's side
temperature control
Air conditioning on/off
Outside air or recirculated air modeWindshield defoggerPassenger’s side
temperature control
Dual operation
STEP1
STEP2

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Interior features
Press “” on to increase the temperature and “”to
decrease the temperature.
The temperature for the driver and passenger seats can be set sepa-
rately.
Adjusting the settings
■Adjusting the temperature setting
Press “” on to increase the temperature and “” to decrease
the temperature.
The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous
modes each time is pressed.
Dual mode (the indicator on is on.): The temperature for the
left-hand seat and right-hand seat can be adjusted separately. Operat-
ing the passenger's side temperature control will enter dual mode.
Simultaneous mode (the indicator on is off.): Only
(driver’s side) can be used to adjust the temperature for all seats.
■Adjusting the fan speed
Press “” (increase) or “” (decrease) on .
Press to turn the fan off.
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■Changing the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets switch each time is pressed. The air flow shown on
the display indicates the following.
Upper body
Upper body and feet
Feet