automatic transmission Lexus IS250 2006 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2006 IS350/250 FROM MAY 2006 PROD. (OM53619U) Owner's Guide

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5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truckFrom front
Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: Use a towing dolly under
the rear wheels.
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sions: We recommend to use a
towing dolly under the rear wheels.
When not using a towing dolly, turn
the engine switch to ACC mode
and shift the shift lever to N.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
(for vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.
■When towing a vehicle without using a towing dolly
(for vehicles with a manual transmission)
The engine switch must not be OFF.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an ac cident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by y our Lexus dealer immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampIndicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once3 times
(For vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
driver’s door has
been opened or
closed with the
shift lever in P, the
engine switch in
any mode other
than OFF and the
electronic key
outside of the
detection area.
Turn the engine
switch OFF or
confirm the loca-
tion of the elec-
tronic key.
OnceCon-
tinuous
(Displayed alternately)(For vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
driver’s door has
been opened or
closed (with the
shift lever out of in
P, the engine
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. 2 9 7 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(For vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
Indicates that a
door has been
opened or closed
and the engine
switch has been
switched twice to
ACC mode from
OFF.
Press the engine
switch while
applying the
brakes.
Once
(For vehicles with a
manual transmission)
Indicates that a
door has been
opened or closed
and the engine
switch has been
switched twice to
ACC mode from
OFF.
Press the engine
switch while
depressing the
clutch pedal.
Once
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
steering lock has
not released
within 3 seconds
of pressing the
engine switch.Press the engine
switch again while
turning the steer-
ing wheel with the
brake pedal
depressed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Starting the engineFor vehicles with an automatic tr ansmission: Put the shift lever in P
and apply the brakes.
For vehicles with a manual transmission: Depress the clutch
pedal.
Hold the electronic key close to
the engine switch (within 0.4 in.
[10 mm]). Make sure that the but-
ton side of the key is facing away
from the engine switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
key with the depleted battery if any
of the doors will be opened and
closed while this operation.
For vehicles with an automati c transmission: Press the engine
switch within 5 seconds [after the buzzer sounds], keeping the
brake pedal depressed.
For vehicles with a manual tra nsmission: Press the engine switch
within 5 seconds [after the buzzer sounds], keeping the clutch
pedal depressed.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Lexus
dealer.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
With automatic transmission vehicles, be careful not to shift the shift lever with the
accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
● Stop the engine. Set th e parking brake and put the selector lever
in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N (vehicles with
a manual transmission).
● Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
● Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide trac-
tion under the tires.
● Restart the engine.
● For 2WD vehicles only: Turn the traction control OFF. ( P. 146)
● Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Automatic Transmission
Manual transmission
Clutch
IS350IS250 (2WD)IS250 (AWD)
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill1.8 qt.
(1.7 L, 1.5 lmp.qt.)1.6 qt.
(1.5 L, 1.4 lmp.qt.)2.8 qt.
(2.7 L, 2.4 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than "Toyota Genuine ATF WS" may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibra-
tion, and ultimately damage the auto matic transmission of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil typeAPI GL-5
Recommended gear oil viscositySAE75W-90
NOTICE
Using manual transmission gear oil other than "TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmis-
sion Gear Oil API GL-5" may cause occurrence of gear noise or other deterioration.
Clutch free play0.2  0.6 in. (5  15 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 50 kgf (490 N, 110lbf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 30.6 kgf (300 N,67.4 lbf).
*3: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 20.4 kgf (200 N,50.0 lbf).
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *1
IS 350
IS 250
Manual transmission
Automatic transmission4.13 in. (105 mm) Min.
4.09 in. (104 mm) Min.
4.3 in. (108 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.08 in. (1.0  2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *2/
lever travel *3
Pedal type
Lever type7  9 clicks
4
 6 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
P. 1 6 )
Tr u n k u n l o c k i n g f u n c t i o nONOFF
Trunk unlocking operationPush and holdPush twice
One short push
Panic functionONOFF
Door lock
(
P. 1 9 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in one
step, all doors
unlocked in two
steps
All doors
unlocked in one
step.
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Manual transmissions)
ONOFF
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Automatic transmissions)
OFFON
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors (Manual
transmissions)
ONOFF
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors (Auto-
matic transmissions)
OFFON
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doors.ONOFF
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks all
doors.
ONOFF

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ........ 166
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......... 144
AFS (Adaptive front lighting system) ......................................................119
Adaptive front lighting system (AFS)..........................................................119
Air conditioning filter ..........................295
Air conditioning system (A/C) Air conditioning filter ....................... 295
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................................166
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 63
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 67
Airbag warning light ........................ 334
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 63
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 67
General airbag precautions ........... 67
Locations of airbags.............................. 61
Modification and disposal of airbags ...................................................... 71
Proper driving po sture ............. 59, 67
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 63
Side airbag precautions .................... 67
SRS airbags ............................................... 61
Alarm ............................................................ 56
Antenna ..................................................... 182
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......... 144
Armrest .....................................................228
Ashtrays ..................................................... 221
Audio system Antenna ............................................... 182
AUX adapter....................................... 202 CD player/changer ...........................185
MP3/WMA disc................................... 191
Optimal use ........................................... 199
Radio ......................................................... 178
Steering wheel audio switch........ 203
Automatic air conditioning system ......................................................166
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................................... 120
Automatic light control system.......... 118
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ..................... 97
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..................................... 361
S mode .......................................................99
AUX adapter ......................................... 202
BA (Brake assist) ....................................144
Back-up lights Wattage .................................................388
Battery Checking................................................275
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................................. 366
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 156
Bottle holders...........................................213
Brake Fluid ........................................................... 274
Parking brake........................................ 104
Brake assist (BA) ....................................144
Care Exterior ................................................... 248
Interior..................................................... 250
Seat belts ................................................. 251A
B
C