fog light Lexus IS250 2006 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2006 IS350/250 FROM MAY 2006 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53619U)

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ..................... 118
Headlight switch ............................. 118
Fog light switch ................................ 121
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 122
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 125
2-4. Using other driving systems.... 126 Cruise control ................................ 126
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 129
Lexus parking assist-sensor...... 138
Driving assist systems.................. 144
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) .............................................. 149
2-5. Driving information ................... 152 Cargo and luggage ...................... 152
Vehicle load limits ......................... 155
Winter driving tips ........................ 156
Trailer towing .................................... 161
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an automatic
transmission) ................................ 162
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual
transmission) ................................ 163 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger .............. 166
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................. 166
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers .............. 174
3-2. Using the audio system............. 175 Audio system type ........................ 175
Using the radio............................... 178
Using the CD player.................... 185
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs..................................... 191
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................. 199
Using the AUX adapter ............ 202
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 203
3-3. Using the interi or lights .......... 205
Interior lights list........................... 205
• Interior lights and personal lights ............................ 207
3-4. Using the storage features .... 209 List of storage features .............. 209
• Glove box .................................... 209
• Console boxes ............................ 210
• Overhead console ...................... 211
• Cup holders.................................. 212
3Interior features

Headlights (high beam) P. 118
Pictorial indexExterior
Turn signal lights P. 103
Fog lights P. 121
Side marker lights P. 118
Headlights (low and high  beam)

P. 118
Hood P. 262
Parking lights P. 118
Windshield wipers P. 122
Moon roof  P. 48
Outside rear view mirrors
P. 43

Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 279
P. 352
P. 383
P. 392
: If equipped
Tail lights P. 118
Side marker lights P. 118
Trunk P. 23
Rear window defogger P. 174
Doors P. 19
Fuel filler door P. 51
Turn signal lights P. 103

Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever
Fog light switch P. 118
P. 103
P. 121
Shift paddle switches  P. 99
Gauges and meters P. 105
Multi-information display P. 114
Windshield wipers and washer switch P. 122
Engine switch P. 94
Trunk opener main switch P. 23
Glove box P. 209
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever  P. 40
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch  P. 41
Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission) P. 104
Audio remote co ntrol switches P. 203

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1-3. Adjustable components
■Linked mirror function when reversing (vehicles with driving position memory)
The outside rear view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle
is reversing in order to give a better view of the ground. However, this function will
not operate when the mirror select switch is in the neutral position (between L and
R).
■Auto anti-glare function (vehicles with sports or luxury package)
When the anti-glare inside rear view mirr or is set to AUTO mode, the outside rear
view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to
reduce reflected light. ( P. 4 2 )
CAUTION
■When driving the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while driving.
Failing to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.
●Do not drive with the mirrors folded back.
●Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving.
■When the mirror defoggers are operating
Do not touch the surface of the mirror, as it may be hot.

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2-1. Driving procedures .................. 86Driving the vehicle ....................... 86
Starting the engine ...................... 94
Automatic Transmission ............ 97
Manual Transmission ................. 101
Turn signal lever .......................... 103
Parking brake ............................... 104
2-2. Instrument cluster................... 105 Gauges and meters .................. 105
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 111
Multi-information display.......... 114
2-3. Operating the lights and wind- shield wipers 118
Headlight switch .......................... 118
Fog light switch.............................. 121
Windshield wipers and washer.......................................... 122
Headlight cleaner switch ........ 125 2-4. Using other driving
systems .................................... 126
Cruise control .............................. 126
Dynamic radar cruise control .......................................... 129
Lexus parking assist-sensor .............................. 138
Driving assist systems............... 144
PCS (Pre-Collision System)......................................... 149
2-5. Driving information................ 152 Cargo and luggage.................... 152
Vehicle load limits ...................... 155
Winter driving tips ..................... 156
Trailer towing.................................. 161
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) ........ 162
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual
transmission) ............................. 163

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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When driving
Fog light switch
The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain
or fog. They can be turned on only when the headlights are on low beam.
To turn the front fog lights off
To turn the front fog lights on

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ........... 166
Automatic air conditioning system ......................................... 166
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers............ 174
3-2. Using the audio system ......... 175 Audio system type ..................... 175
Using the radio ............................ 178
Using the CD player ................. 185
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs................................. 191
Optimal use of the audio system .......................................... 199
Using the AUX adapter ......... 202
Using the steering wheel audio switches ......................... 203
3-3. Using the interior lights ....... 205 Interior lights list........................ 205
• Interior lights and personal lights.......................... 207
3-4. Using the storage features ................................. 209
List of storage features........... 209
• Glove box ................................ 209 • Console boxes ......................... 210
• Overhead console ................... 211
• Cup holders ............................... 212
• Bottle holders/door
pockets ........................................ 213
3-5. Other interior features......... 215 Sun visors ...................................... 215
Vanity mirror ................................. 216
Clock................................................ 217
Satellite switch es ........................ 218
Ashtrays .......................................... 221
Cigarette lighter ........................ 222
Power outlet ................................ 223
Seat heaters ................................ 224
Seat heaters and ventilators .................................. 226
Armrest ......................................... 228
Rear sunshade............................ 229
Extended trunk ........................... 231
Coat hooks .................................. 232
Floor mat ...................................... 233
Trunk features ............................. 234
Garage door opener............... 237
Compass....................................... 242

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and
ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
●The system may switch automatically to recirculated mode when the coolest
temperature setting is selected in summer.
●Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm
or cool air is ready to flow.
●Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period.
■Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to
(outside air) mode in situ-
ations where the windows need to be defogged.
■Outside air temperature approaches 32 F (0C).
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
■When the indicator light on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once
more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light
continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Automatic mode for air intake control (IS350 only)
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
■Micro dust and pollen removal mode
●When the outside air is cold, the following may occur.
• Outside air mode does not switch to .
• The air conditioning syst em operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute.
●In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Fuse layout and amperage ratings■ Engine compartment (type A)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1ABS NO.325AVDIM
2PWR HTR25A
3TURN-HAZ15AEmergency flashers, turn signals
4IG2 MAIN20AIG2, IGN, GAUGE
5RAD NO.230AAudio
6D/C CUT20ADOME, MPX-B
7RAD NO.130AAudio
8MPX-B10A
Headlights, front fog lights, parking
lights, license plate lights, windshield
washer, horn, power door lock system,
power windows, power seats, electric
tilt and telescopic steering column,
meter, smart access system with push-
button start, outside rear view mirrors,
air conditioning system, security sys-
tem
9DOME10AInterior lights, meter