lane assist Lexus IS250 2014 Do-it-yourself service precautions / LEXUS 2014 IS250,IS350 OWNERS MANUAL (OM53758U)

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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ......................146
Cargo and luggage.....................153
Vehicle load limits ........................156
Trailer towing ................................. 157
Dinghy towing .............................. 158
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ign ition) switch .............159
Automatic transmission ............164
Turn signal lever ............................ 170
Parking brake ................................ 172
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......................... 173
Automatic High Beam............... 176
Fog light switch .............................. 181
Windshield wipers and washer .......................................... 182
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ...... 188 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control ...............................192
Dynamic radar cruise control ...........................................196
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........208
Intuitive parking assist ................ 214
Rear view monito r system ........ 221
Driving mode select switch .............................................231
Driving assist systems .............. 234
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 240
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..............246
• The Blind Spot Monitor function .....................................249
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ..........................251
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 254
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782. Instrument cluster
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to indicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
on, or after a few seconds. There may be a ma lfunction in a system if the lights do not
come on, or turn off. Have the vehi cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( P. 1 7 0 )
(if equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator ( P. 2 0 8 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 1 7 3 )

(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist indi-
cator ( P. 2 1 4 )
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
( P. 1 7 3 ) *1, 2 Slip indicator ( P. 2 3 5 )
Headlight high beam indi-
cator ( P. 1 74 )
*1VSC OFF indicator
( P. 2 3 6 )
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam indi-
cator ( P. 1 76 )*1, 3
(if equipped)
Pre-collision system warn-
ing light
( P. 241)
(if equipped)
Fog light indicator
( P. 1 8 1 )*4, 5
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators ( P. 2 4 6 )
Cruise control indicator
(  P. 192, 196)
*6Security indicator
( P. 6 9 , 7 1 )
(if equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol indicator ( P. 1 9 6 )*7Low outside temperature
indicator ( P. 8 1 )
Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor (P. 192, 196)
*1Eco Driving Indicator Light
(  P. 9 0 )

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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ...................... 146
Cargo and luggage .................... 153
Vehicle load limits ....................... 156
Trailer towing ................................. 157
Dinghy towing...............................158
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ............ 159
Automatic transmission ............ 164
Turn signal lever ........................... 170
Parking brake .................................172
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ...........................173
Automatic High Beam ............... 176
Fog light switch.............................. 181
Windshield wipers and washer........................................... 182
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap.......188 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control .............................. 192
Dynamic radar cruise control .......................................... 196
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........208
Intuitive parking assist ................214
Rear view monitor system ........221
Driving mode select switch ............................................ 231
Driving assist systems............... 234
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......... 240
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 246 • The Blind Spot Monitor function .................................... 249
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.......................... 251
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 254

2394-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
CAUTION
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as excessively
worn tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the following situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while drivin g on slippery road
surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist contro l. Hill-start assist control may not operate
effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the vehicle
stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use hill-start assist con-
trol to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may lead to an accident.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an
accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As these
are the systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn the TRAC/
VSC systems off unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire infla-
tion pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modi fying the suspension will affect the driving
assist systems, and may caus e a system to malfunction.

2464-5. Using the driving support systems
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;
●The Blind Spot Monitor function
Assists the driver in making the decision when changing lanes
●The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
Assists the driver when backing up
These functions use same sensors.
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
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: If equipped
Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor
BSM main switch
Pressing the switch turns the system on or off. When the switch is set to on, the
switch’s indicator illuminates and the buzz er sounds. Common switch for Blind Spot
Monitor function and Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.
Outside rear view mirror indicators
Blind Spot Monitor function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind sp ot, the outside rear view mirror indicator
comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the outside rear view mirror
indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is operated.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, the
outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer (Rear Cross Traffic Alert function only)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, a
buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.
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4848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
CAUTION
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, ab rupt steering, sudden braking and shifting operations
that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may not
operate correctly:
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, but it may even negatively
affect the drive-train components:
•AWD system
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden brak-
ing.
NOTICE
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter
may be damaged if not handled correctly.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped)
• PCS (if equipped)
•EPS • Adaptive Variable Suspension System
(if equipped)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
(if equipped)
• VGRS (if equipped)
• Rear view monitor system (if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

567Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
Sun shadeRear...........................................................367
Roof.............................................................. 141 switch settings ................................... 88
Switches Audio remote control switches ...............................................265
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch....................................................265
Cruise control switch........................ 192
Door lock switches ............................ 105
Driving mode select switch ............231
Driving position memory switches .................................................123
Dynamic radar cruise control switch .................................... 196
Emergency flashers switch ...........446
Engine switch ........................................ 159
Fog light switch ...................................... 181
Garage door opener switches ...............................................370
Heated steering wheel switch....................................................354
Ignition switch ....................................... 159
Intuitive parking assist ........................214
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) switch................................................... 209
Light switches ........................................173
Meter control switches ...................... 87 Moon roof switches ...........................140
Outside rear view mirror
switches ................................................ 134
Paddle shift switches..........................166
PCS OFF switch .................................. 241
Power door lock switch .................. 105
Power window switches .................. 137
Rear sunshade switch ..................... 367
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch ...................................................350
Seat heater switches ........................355
Seat ventilator switches ..................355
Snow mode switch .............................165
Steering wheel switch ........................ 87
“SOS” button ....................................... 378
Talk switch............................................... 321
Telephone switches............................ 321
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ................. 130
Tire pressure warning reset switch ..................................................... 413
Trunk opener switch ......................... 109
Trunk opener main switch ............... 110
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button .....................................................199
VSC OFF switch ............................... 236
Window lock switch .......................... 137
Windshield wipers and washer switch ...........................182