lights Lexus IS250 2008 Using the air conditioning system and defogger / LEXUS 2008 IS 350/250 QUICK GUIDE OWNER'S MANUAL (OM60D81U)

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When Driving
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Driving Comfort
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Opening and Closing
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Customizing Your LexusResponding to warning/indicator lights
and other problems that may arise.
A list of features that can be customized.
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Topic 4
●HeadlightsP. 2 7
●Fog LightsP. 2 8
●Windshield Wipers and
Wa s h e rP. 2 8
●Headlight CleanerP. 2 9
●Rear Window and Outside Rear
View Mirror DefoggersP. 2 9
●Instrument Panel Light ControlP. 2 9
●Interior LightsP. 4 0
●Rear SunshadeP. 4 0
●CompassP. 4 0
●Trunk Storage ExtensionP. 4 1
●Luggage MatP. 4 1
●Door LocksP. 4 3
●Po w e r Wi n d o w sP. 4 4
●Moon RoofP. 4 4
●Fuel Tank CapP. 4 5
●HoodP. 4 5
●Tr u n kP. 4 6
●Audio SystemP. 3 1
●Air Conditioning SystemP. 3 4
●Garage Door OpenerP. 3 5
●AshtraysP. 3 7
●Seat Heaters/Seat Heaters
and VentilatorsP. 3 7
●Console BoxesP. 3 8
●Glove BoxP. 3 9
●Cup HoldersP. 3 9
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may
differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.

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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 system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is detected.
To set the alarm: lock all the doors from outside the vehicle. The security indicator light
comes on to indicate that the alarm is in its preparation state. When the indicator light
begins to flash, the system is armed.
To deactivate or stop the alarm: turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
or IGNITION ON mode, or unlock the doors or trunk using the electronic key or the wire-
less remote control.
■Steering lock
The steering wheel locks when the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch is in OFF.
The theft deterrent system includes the following features to help protect your vehicle from
theft.

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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 START STOP” switch is OFF.
ECT Switch (Automatic Transmission)
Po w e r m o d e
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 Washer ...................... 28
Headlight Cleaner ............................................... 29
Rear Window and Outside Rear View
Mirror Defoggers................................................. 29
Instrument Panel Light Control ....................... 29

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Headlights
The instrument panel, 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) (if equipped)
AFS improves visibility on curves by automatically adjusting the horizontal orientation of the
headlights in accordance with vehicle speed and 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 Washer
■Intermittent wiper with interval adjuster (if equipped)
MIST: single wipe
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: single wipe
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 START STOP” switch is in IGNITION
ON mode and the headlights are on.
Rear Window and Outside Rear View
Mirror Defoggers
To defog the rear window and the outside rear
view mirrors, press the button.
Press again to cancel.

Instrument Panel Light Control
To d i m : turn the dial counterclockwise.
To b r i g h t e n : turn the dial clockwise.
The system turns off automatically after 15 minutes.
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Driving ComfortTopic 5
Audio System .......................................................... 31
Air Conditioning System .................................... 34
Garage Door Opener ........................................ 35
Ashtrays................................................................... 37
Seat Heaters / Seat Heaters and
Ventilators .............................................................. 37
Console Boxes....................................................... 38
Glove Box ............................................................... 39
Cup Holders........................................................... 39
Interior Lights......................................................... 40
Rear Sunshade ...................................................... 40
Compass.................................................................. 40
Trunk Storage Extension..................................... 41
Luggage Mat........................................................... 41

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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
The units used on the speedometer, the tachometer gauge display, indicators and warning
lights may differ depending on the model / type.
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.