park assist Lexus IS F 2011 Instrument Cluster / LEXUS 2011 IS F OWNERS MANUAL (OM53893U)

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 122
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 130
Automatic transmission.............. 134
Turn signal lever ............................ 143
Parking brake ................................. 144
Horn.................................................... 145
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 146
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 150
Multi-information display........... 153
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 158
Fog light switch ................................ 161
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 162
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 165
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................................ 166
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 169
Intuitive parking assist .................. 181
Driving assist systems.................. 187
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ............ 193 2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage .................... 200
Vehicle load limits ........................ 203
Winter driving tips ....................... 204
Trailer towing ................................. 206
Dinghy towing ............................... 207
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................. 210
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ........................ 218
Windshield wiper de-icer .......... 219
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ....................... 220
Using the radio.............................. 223
Using the CD player.................... 231
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs.................................. 238
Operating an iPod....................... 246
Operating a USB memory....... 254
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 263
Using the AUX port ................... 265
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 267
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle.................. 122
Engine (ignition) switch ......... 130
Automatic transmission ........ 134
Turn signal lever ....................... 143
Parking brake ........................... 144
Horn ............................................ 145
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ................ 146
Indicators and warning lights ......................................... 150
Multi-information display ..... 153
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch...................... 158
Fog light switch ......................... 161
Windshield wipers and washer ..................................... 162
Headlight cleaner switch...... 165 2-4. Using other driving
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Cruise control.......................... 166
Dynamic radar cruise control ...................................... 169
Intuitive parking assist ............ 181
Driving assist systems ............ 187
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....... 193
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............... 200
Vehicle load limits .................. 203
Winter driving tips ................. 204
Trailer towing .......................... 206
Dinghy towing ......................... 207

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When driving
■Starting off on a hill
Hill-start assist control will operate. (P. 1 8 7 )
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, becaus e visibility will be reduced, the windows
may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, be cause the road surface will be especially
slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because
there may be a layer of water between th e tires and the road surface, preventing
the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■Breaking in your new Lexus
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to
observe:
●For the first 186 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 621 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake sys-
tem needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the parking
brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Lexus dealer perform the bed-
ding down.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the
correct fuel. ( P. 505)

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When driving
CAUTION
●Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it is
snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running,
exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a seri-
ous health hazard.
■Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon mono xide (CO) that is colorless and odor-
less. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated ar ea, stop the engine. In a closed area, such
as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to
death or a serious health hazard.
●The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack caused by
corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehi-
cle inspected and repaired by your Lexus dealer. Failure to do so may allow
exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, result ing in death or a serious health hazard.
■When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift lever or
depress the accelerator pedal, which could cause an accident or fire due to engine
overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust
gases may collect and enter the vehicle, lead ing to death or a serious health hazard.
■When braking the vehicle
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one side of
the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking brake may
not securely hold the vehicle.
●If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other vehicles
closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the pedal than
usual. Braking distance may also increase.
●Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted brakes.

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When driving
■Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of th e operating state of the vehi-
cle’s various systems.
*1:These lights turn on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to indicate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the en gine is started, or after a few sec-
onds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on,
or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.
*2:The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
Turn signal indicator
( P. 1 4 3 )Cruise control indicator
( P. 166, 169)
Headlight high beam indi-
cator ( P. 1 5 9 )
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator ( P. 1 8 1 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 1 5 8 )Slip indicator ( P. 188)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
( P. 1 5 8 ) VSC off indicator
( P. 188)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 161) “TRAC OFF” indicator
( P. 188)
“SNOW” indicator
( P. 1 3 6 ) SRS airbag on-off indica-
tor ( P. 1 0 3 )
“SPORT” indicator
( P. 136, 189)
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When driving
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. 1 5 4 )
Displays driving range, fuel con-
sumption and other cruising-
related information.
●Satellite switch mode display
(P. 3 3 2 )
This switch is used to configure
various function settings.
●Intuitive parking assist dis-
play (if equipped)
(P. 181)
Automatically displayed when
using intuitive parking assist.
●Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol display (if equipped)
(P. 1 6 9 )
Automatically displayed when
using dynamic radar cruise con-
trol.
●Warning messages
(P. 463)
Automatically displayed when a
malfunction occurs in one of the
vehicle’s systems.

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When driving
Intuitive parking assist
: If equipped
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.
For vehicles equipped with a navigation system, refer to the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual” for further details.
■ Types of sensors
Front corner sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors
■ Multi-information display ( P. 1 5 3 )
Front corner sensor opera-
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Rear corner sensor operation
Rear center sensor operation

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The distance display and buzzerWhen a sensor detects an obstacle, the direction of and the approximate
distance to the obstacle are di splayed and the buzzer sounds.
■ Front corner sensors
Multi-information
displayApproximate distance to obstacleBuzzer
1.6 to 1.3 ft.
(50 to 40cm)Medium
1.3 to 1.0 ft.
(40 to 30cm)Fast
1.0 ft. (30cm) or lessContinuous
■ Switching the intuitive parking assist on ( P. 3 3 2 )
When on, an indicator is dis-
played to inform the driver that
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When driving
■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.
• A towing eyelet is 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 object s may be judged by the sensor to be closer than they
are.
●The shape of the obstacle may prevent th e sensor from detecting it. Pay particu-
lar 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 projec ting outwards in the direction of your
vehicle
■If the display flashes and a message is displayed
 P. 4 6 3

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■CertificationFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. buzzer volume) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 5 2 8 )
CAUTION
■Caution when using the intuitive parking assist
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely and possi-
bly cause an accident.
●Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h).
●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.