initialize Lexus IS250 2010 User Guide

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Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and
treadwear.
■Checking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator
Worn tread
The location of treadwear indi-
cators is shown by the “TWI” or
“∆ ” marks, etc., molded on the
sidewall of each tire.
Check spare tire condition and
pressure if not rotated.
■ Tire rotation
2WD models with 16-inch tires or AWD models
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and extend
tire life, Lexus recommends that
tire rotation is carried out at the
same interval as tire inspection.
Do not fail to initialize the tire
pressure warning system after
tire rotation.
2WD models with non-directional 17-inch tires or 18-inch tiresRotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and extend
tire life, Lexus recommends that
tire rotation is carried out at the
same interval as tire inspection.
Front
Front

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Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and trans-
mitters must also be installed.
When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are installed,
new tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes must be regis-
tered in the tire pressure warning computer and tire pressure warning
system must be initialized. Have tire pressure warning valve and transmit-
ter ID codes registered by your Lexus dealer. ( →P. 4 1 8 )
Initializing the tire pressure warning system
■ The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the following
circumstances:
● When rotating the tires on vehicles differing with front and rear tire
inflation pressures.
● When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling
speed.
● When changing the tire size.
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the pressure benchmark.

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How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
To initialize the system, use the satellite switch. ( →P. 3 4 2 )
Park the vehicle in safe place and turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch OFF.
While the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. (→ P. 5 2 8 )
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate based on
this pressure level.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
The tire inflation pressure initial-
ization setting display
Continue to press “<” or “>” until
the initialization setting display
appears.
Recording tire inflation pressure
settings
Push and hold the “ON/OFF” but-
ton until the tire pressure warning
light blinks slowly three times.
Wait for a few minutes with the IGNITION ON mode, and then
turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
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■Maximum load of tire
Check that the maximum load of the replacement tire is greater than 1 /2 of the
Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle, which-
ever is greater.
■Tire types
1 Summer tiresSummer tires are high-speed performance tires best suited to highway driving
under dry conditions. Since summer tires do not have the same traction perfor-
mance as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for driving on snow-covered
or icy roads. For driving on snow-covered roads or icy roads, the use of snow tires
is recommended. When installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires.
2 All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be ade-
quate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for use year round. All sea-
son tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance compared with
snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, all season tires fall short in acceleration
and handling performance compared wi th summer tires in highway driving.
3Snow tires
For driving on snow-covered roads or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires.
If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size, construction and load capac-
ity as the originally installed tires. Since your vehicle has radial tires as original
equipment, make sure your snow tires also have radial construction. Do not install
studded tires without first checking lo cal regulations for possible restriction.
Snow tires should be installed on all wheels. ( →P. 2 1 0 )
■Initializing the tire pressure warning system
Initialize the tires with the tire inflation pressure adjusted to the specified level. For the GAWR, see the Certification Label.
For the maximum load of the tire, see the load
limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure
mentioned on the sidewall of the tire.
(
→P. 5 3 7 ) .

Vehicle specifications6
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ............... 518
Fuel information ..................... 534
Tire information...................... 537
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 549
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .................... 555

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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oilP. 4 0 3
Tire pressure warning
system
• When rotating the tires with differing front and rear tire inflation pressures.
• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling
speed.
• When changing the tire size.
P. 4 1 5
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U
Hands-free system for mobile phone ...............................298
Hazard lights Switch ......................................................460
Head restraints Adjusting .................................................. 59
Headlight aim .......................................... 451
Headlight cleaner ...................................174
Headlights Discharge headlight
precautions .......................................458
Replacing light bulbs........................ 452
Switch ....................................................... 165
Wattage.................................................. 533
Heaters Seat heaters............................... 348, 351
Side mirror ............................................ 228
Hill-start assist control ......................... 196
Hood .......................................................... 397
Hooks
Cargo ......................................................360
Coat .........................................................358
Shopping bag......................................360
Horn ............................................................ 150
I/M test ......................................................393
Identification Engine ...................................................... 519
Vehicle ..................................................... 519
Ignition switch.......................................... 134
Illuminated entry system ....................329
Indicator lights......................................... 157
Initialization Items to initialize ................................ 555 Inside rear view mirror ...........................72
Interior lights
Interior lights .........................................329
Switch........................................................ 331
Wattage ................................................. 533
Jack Positioning a floor jack ................... 398
Vehicle-equipped jack....................492
Jack handle ............................................. 492
Keyless entry ............................................. 40
Keys Electronic key ......................................... 24
Engine switch ........................................ 134
If you lose your keys ........................ 504
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................505
Key number.............................................. 24
Keyless entry........................................... 40
Keys.............................................................. 24
Mechanical key ......................................25
Wireless remote control key.......... 40H
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