light Lexus IS250 2013 Using the Bluetooth audio system / LEXUS 2013 IS250,IS350 OWNERS MANUAL (OM53B64U)

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, SRS
airbag and headlight aim instru ctions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 130
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 140
Automatic transmission.............. 144
Turn signal lever ............................ 150
Parking brake ................................... 151
Horn.................................................... 152
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 153
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 159
Multi-information display........... 162
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 167
Fog light switch ................................ 171
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 173
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 180 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................. 181
Intuitive parking assist ................. 185
Driving assist systems.................... 191
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ...................... 197
Vehicle load limits ....................... 200
Winter driving tips ........................ 201
Trailer towing ................................ 205
Dinghy towing ............................... 206
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................. 210
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ........................ 218
Windshield wiper de-icer .......... 219
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ....................... 220
Using the radio .............................. 223
Using the CD player .................... 231
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 238
Operating an iPod ....................... 246
Operating a USB memory....... 254
Optimal use of the audio system ............................................ 263
Using the AUX po rt.................... 265
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................ 267 3-3. Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system
Bluetooth
® audio system ......... 270
Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system ............................................ 273
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ......... 278
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player .......... 281
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ............................................... 287
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile phones .......................................... 288
Using the hands-free system (for mobile phones) .................. 292
Making a phone call................... 300
Setting a mobile phone ............. 304
Security and system setup ....... 309
Using the phone book................. 313
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list............................. 319
• Interior lights ................................ 321
• Personal lights ............................. 321
3Interior features

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 323
• Glove box .................................... 324
• Console boxes ........................... 325
• Overhead console ................... 326
• Cup holders................................. 327
• Bottle holders/door pockets ............................... 329
• Auxiliary box ............................... 329
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors........................................ 330
Vanity mirrors ................................. 331
Clock ................................................. 332
Satellite switch es .......................... 333
Ashtrays ........................................... 336
Cigarette lighter ........................... 337
Power outlet .................................. 338
Seat heaters.................................... 339
Seat heaters and ve ntilators ..... 341
Armrest ............................................ 343
Rear sunshade ............................... 344
Trunk storage extension ........... 346
Coat hooks ..................................... 347
Assist grips ..................................... 348
Floor mat.......................................... 349
Trunk features............................... 350
Garage door opener................. 353
Compass.......................................... 359
Safety Connect ............................. 363 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 372
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 376
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 379
General maintena nce ................. 381
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 384
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 385
Hood ................................................ 388
Positioning a floor jack.............. 389
Engine compartment................... 391
Tires ................................................... 406
Tire inflation pressure.................. 418
Wheels ............................................. 422
Air conditioning filter.................. 424
Electronic key battery ................ 426
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 428
Headlight aim ................................ 442
Light bulbs ....................................... 444
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashe rs..................... 454
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................... 455
If you think something is wrong .............................................. 461
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 462
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 463
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 473
If you have a flat tire.................... 483
If the engine will not start .......... 492
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............................. 494
If you lose your keys .................... 495
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............... 496
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................. 500
If your vehicle overheats .......... 504
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................................ 507
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .................................. 508 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)...................... 510
Fuel information ............................ 526
Tire information............................ 530
6-2. Customization Customizable features............... 542
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 547
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.......................... 550
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ..................................... 551
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 553
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 562
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners

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Pictorial indexExterior
Turn signal lights P. 150
Fog lights P. 171
Side marker lights P. 167
Headlights P. 167
Hood P. 388
Parking lights P. 167
Windshield wipers P. 173
Moon roof  P. 84
Outside rear view mirrors P. 78
Turn signal lights
P. 150
Daytime runninglights
P. 169

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 406
P. 483
P. 520
P. 530
Tail lights P. 167
Side marker lights P. 167
Trunk P. 53
Rear window defogger *1P. 218
Doors P. 48
Fuel filler door P. 88
Turn signal lights P. 150
: If equipped
*1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refe r to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Personal lights P. 321
Interior lights P. 321
Coat hooks P. 347
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: If equipped
Compass  P. 359
Garage door opener switches P. 353
Sun visors P. 330
Interior lights P. 321
Vanity mirrors P. 331
Assist grips P. 348
SRS curtain shield airbags P. 99
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror P. 76
Personal lights P. 321
Moon roof switches  P. 84
“SOS” button P. 363

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Seat heater switches 
Seat heater/ventilator switches

P. 339
P. 341
Automatic transmi ssion shift lever P. 144
Shift lock override button P. 494
Cigarette lighter 
Ashtray

Auxiliary box
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P. 337
P. 336
P. 329
: If equipped

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P. 167
P. 150
P. 171
Shift paddle switches P. 145, 147
Gauges and meters P. 153
Multi-information display P. 162
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 173
Engine (ignition) switch P. 140
Trunk opener main switch P. 53
Glove box P. 323
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever  P. 73
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch  P. 74
Parking brake pedal P. 151
Audio remote control switches P. 267
Horn P. 152
Hood release lever P. 388