lights Lexus IS250 2006 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2006 IS350/250 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

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Before Driving
When Driving
Rain and
Night Driving
Driving Comfort
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Customizing Yo u r L e x u s
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Driving Comfort
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Opening and Closing
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What to do if ...
Customizing Your LexusResponding to warning/indicator lights
and other problems that may arise.
A list of features that can be customized.
Rain and Night Driving
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●Headlights P. 2 7
●Fog LightsP. 2 8
●Windshield Wipers and
Wa s h e r s P. 2 8
●Headlight Cleaner P. 2 9
●Rear Window and Outside Rear
View Mirror Defoggers P. 2 9
●Instrument Panel Light ControlP. 2 9
●Interior LightsP. 3 8
●Rear Sunshade P. 3 8
●CompassP. 3 8
●Extended Trunk P. 3 9
●Luggage MatP. 3 9
●Door LocksP. 4 1
●Po w e r Wi n d o w s P. 4 2
●Moon RoofP. 4 2
●Fuel Tank Cap P. 4 3
●HoodP. 4 3
●Tr u n kP. 4 4
●Audio System P. 3 1
●Air Conditioning System P. 3 4
●AshtraysP. 3 5
●Seat Heaters/Seat Heaters
and Ventilators P. 3 5
●Console BoxesP. 3 6
●Glove BoxP. 3 7
●Cup Holders P. 3 7
Depending on specifications, the vehi cle shown in the illustration may
differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

Topic 1
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Theft Deterrent System
Engine immobilizer system
The engine immobilizer system prevents the
engine from being started in the event that an
attempt is made to start the vehicle using an
unregistered key.
The security indicator light flashes to indicate that
the system is set.
Alarm
The alarm detects forcible entry and attracts
attention to the vehicle by sounding the horn and
flashing the exterior lights in the event that an
attempt is made to forcibly open the doors, trunk
or hood that have been locked.
When all the doors are locked, the security indi-
cator light comes on to indicate that the alarm is
in its preparation state. The indicator light begins
to flash after approximately 30 seconds to indi-
cate that the system is armed.
Steering lock
The steering wheel locks when the engine switch
is in OFF mode.
The theft deterrent system includes the followi ng features to help protect your vehicle from
theft.
To stop the alarm, start the engine or unlock the doors or trunk using the electronic key or
the wireless remote control. (The alarm will stop after several seconds.)

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When Driving
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Customizing Your Lexus
Turn Signal Lever
Right turn signal
Left turn signal
Emergency Flasher Switch
Engaging the emergency flasher switch causes all
the turn signal lights to flash.
The emergency flashers can be operated even
when the engine switch is OFF.
ECT Switch (Automatic Transmissions)
Power mode
For more powerful acceleration and uphill
driving.
Normal mode
Snow mode For starting or accelerating on snow-covered
roads or other slippery surfaces.
An indicator comes on when in power or snow
mode.
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To signal a lane change, move the lever partway and hold.
Use the ECT switch to select the driving mode that best suits the driving and road condi-
tions.
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Rain and Night DrivingTopic 4
Headlights............................................................... 27
Fog Lights ................................................................ 28
Windshield Wipers and Washers .................... 28
Headlight Cleaner ............................................... 29
Rear Window and Outside Rear View
Mirror Defoggers................................................. 29
Instrument Panel Light Control ....................... 29

Topic 4
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Headlights
The instrument panel, the side marker, parking,
tail and license plate lights turn on.
The headlights and all lights listed above turn on.
The headlights and parking lights turn on/off
automatically in accordance with ambient light
levels.
To engage the high beams, push the lever forward.
To flash the high beams, pull the lever and hold.
■ AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
AFS improves visibility on curves by automatica lly adjusting the horizontal orientation of the
headlights in accordance with vehicle speed an d the degree of the tire angle that are con-
trolled by steering input.
The system can be turned on and off using the satellite switch. ( P. 2 1 )
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Fog Lights
The fog lights can be used only when the head-
lights (low beam) are on.
Windshield Wipers and Washers
■ Intermittent wiper with inte rval adjuster (if equipped)
MIST: operates once
INT : intermittent operation*
LO : low speed
HI : high speed
*: Wiper interval can be adjusted by turning the band.
To spray washer fluid, pull the lever. The wipers will operate automatically.
■Rain-sensing windshield wipers (if equipped)
MIST : operates once
AUTO : automatic operation*
LO : low speed
HI : high speed
*: Sensitivity can be adjusted by turning the band.
To spray washer fluid, pull the lever. The wipers will operate automatically.

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Headlight Cleaner (If Equipped)
The headlight cleaner can be used only when the
engine switch is in IG-ON mode and the headlights
are on.
Rear Window and Outside Rear View
Mirror Defoggers
To defog the rear window and the outside mirrors,
press the button.
Press again to cancel.

Instrument Panel Light Control
To dim: turn the knob counterclockwise.
To brighten: turn the knob clockwise.
The system turns off automatically after 15 minutes.
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Driving ComfortTopic 5
Audio System .......................................................... 31
Air Conditioning System .................................... 34
Ashtrays................................................................... 35
Seat Heaters / Seat Heaters and
Ventilators .............................................................. 35
Console Boxes....................................................... 36
Glove Box ............................................................... 37
Cup Holders........................................................... 37
Interior Lights......................................................... 38
Rear Sunshade ...................................................... 38
Compass.................................................................. 38
Extended Trunk..................................................... 39
Luggage Mat.......................................................... 39

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Before Driving
Interior Lights
Without moon roof
Door position ON/OFF
ON/OFF
With moon roof Door position ON/OFF
ON/OFF
Rear Sunshade (If Equipped)
To raise the rear sunshade, press the switch.
Press the switch again to lower it.
The sunshade automatically lowers to ensure visi-
bility when reversing.
Compass
To display the compass, press and hold the AUTO
button for 3 or more seconds.
To cancel the display, press and hold the AUTO
button again for 3 or more seconds.
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List of Warning/Indicator Lights
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Brake system warning light
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Charging system warning light
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Malfunction
indicator lamp
Electric power steering
warning light
Pre-collision system
warning light*1
SRS warning light
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)ABS warning light
For further information, refer to the Owner's Manual.