air conditioning Lexus IS250 2012 Instrument cluster / LEXUS 2012 IS250,IS350 OWNERS MANUAL (OM53A87U)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for US owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of informat ion contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 33
Wireless remote control .............. 45
Doors.................................................... 48
Trunk..................................................... 52
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 56
Driving position memory ............ 58
Head restraints................................. 62
Seat belts ............................................ 65
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type)............................. 72
Steering wheel (power-adjustable type)............ 73 Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror ................................................ 75
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 77
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................... 80
Moon roof .......................................... 83
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 87
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 90
Alarm.................................................... 92
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................................. 95
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 96
SRS airbags ....................................... 98
Front passenger occupant classification system .................. 109
Child restraint sy stems ................. 114
Installing child restraints .............. 118
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Climate control
• Rear view monitor system • Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
• Intuitive parking assist

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................. 216
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ....................... 224
Windshield wiper de-icer ......... 225
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ....................... 226
Using the radio .............................. 229
Using the CD player ................... 237
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs .................................. 244
Operating an iPod ....................... 252
Operating a USB memory...... 260
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 269
Using the AUX port..................... 271
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 273 3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system ......... 276
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system................................ 279
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 284
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 287
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ............................................... 293
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile phones ........................................... 294
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phones) ................. 298
Making a phone call................... 306
Setting a mobile phone ............... 310
Security and system setup ......... 315
Using the phone book................. 319
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list............................ 325
• Interior lights ............................... 327
• Personal lights ............................ 327
3Interior features

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 329
• Glove box ................................... 330
• Console boxes .......................... 330
• Overhead console ................... 332
• Cup holders................................. 332
• Bottle holders/door pockets ............................... 334
• Auxiliary box .............................. 335
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 336
Vanity mirrors ................................ 337
Clock ................................................ 338
Satellite switch es .......................... 339
Ashtrays ........................................... 342
Cigarette lighter ........................... 343
Power outlet ................................... 344
Seat heaters.................................... 345
Seat heaters and ventilators .................................... 348
Armrest ............................................. 351
Rear sunshade ............................... 352
Trunk storage extension ........... 354
Coat hooks .................................... 355
Floor mat.......................................... 356
Trunk features................................ 357
Garage door opener................. 360
Compass.......................................... 366
Safety Connect ............................. 370 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 378
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 382
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements.............................. 385
General maintenance ................ 387
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 390
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 391
Hood ................................................. 394
Positioning a floor jack............... 395
Engine compartment.................. 397
Tires .................................................... 412
Tire inflation pressure................. 424
Wheels ............................................. 428
Air conditioning filter................. 430
Electronic key battery ................ 433
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 435
Headlight aim ................................ 449
Light bulbs ........................................ 451
4Maintenance and care

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Without navigation system
Clock

P. 338
Audio
system

P. 226
Air conditioning
system
P. 216Rear window and out-
side rear view mirror
defoggers switch
P. 224
Security indicator
P. 90, 92
Emergency
flasher switch
P. 462
: If equipped
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Navigation
system
*2
Clock P. 338
Audio system*2
Security indicator
P. 90, 92
Emergency flasher
switch
P. 462
Air conditioning
system
*2
With navigation system
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
switch
*2
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel

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3-1. Using the air conditioningsystem and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ...................................... 216
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ................. 224
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 225
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type.................. 226
Using the radio........................ 229
Using the CD player ............. 237
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs............................ 244
Operating an iPod ................. 252
Operating a USB memory .................................. 260
Optimal use of the audio system ..................................... 269
Using the AUX port ............... 271
Using the steering wheel audio switches ...................... 273 3-3. Using the Bluetooth®
audi

o system
Bluetooth
® audio system ..... 276
Using the Bluetooth®
audio system .......................... 279
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ...................................... 284
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ... 287
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ....................................... 293
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system
(for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile phones...................... 294
Using the hands-free system (for mobile
phones) .................................. 298
Making a phone call.............. 306
Setting a mobile phone ......... 310
Security and system setup ........................................ 315
Using the phone book ........... 319
Interior features3

216
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system
Using the automatic mode
Press .
The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Press to switch to automatic mode. (IS350 only)
Automatically switches between outs ide air and recirculated air modes.
Air outlets and fan speed are automati cally adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Without navigation system
Automatic mode
Driver’s side temperature
setting display Changes the air outlets used
Off Fan speed
Airflow display
Fan speed display
Passenger’s side
temperature setting displayMicro dust and
pollen filter
Driver's side
temperature control
Air conditioning on/off Outside air or recirculated air modeWindshield defogger
Passenger’s side
temperature control
Dual operation
STEP1
STEP2

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Press “” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to
decrease the temperature.
The temperature for the driver and passenger seats can be set sepa-
rately.
Adjusting the settings ■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Press “ ” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease
the temperature.
The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous
modes each time is pressed.
Dual mode (the indicator on is on): The temperature for the
left-hand seat and right-hand seat can be adjusted separately. Operat-
ing the passenger's side temperature control will enter dual mode.
Simultaneous mode (the indic ator on is off): Only
(driver’s side) can be used to adjust the temperature for all seats.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Press “ ” (increase) or “ ” (decrease) on .
Press to turn the fan off.
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Changing the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets switch each time is pressed. The air flow shown on
the display indicates the following.
Upper body
Upper body and feet
Feet