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TABLE OF CONTENTS2
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
For your information ................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index ............................................... 14
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 26
For safety drive............................... 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system...................47
Safety information for children ................................... 53
Child restraint systems ............... 54
Installing child restraints............. 58
Exhaust gas precautions ............ 68
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system....... 69
Alarm ................................................... 71
Theft prevention labels ................73
2. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators........................................ 76
Gauges and meters .......................81
Multi-information display .......... 86
Fuel consumption information ................................... 92 3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................... 98
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors ............................................... 103
Trunk................................................. 109
Smart access system with push-button start ....................... 114
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats.......................................120
Rear seats......................................... 121
Driving position memory..........123
Head restraints .............................128
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ............................... 131
Inside rear view mirror ..............133
Outside rear view mirrors........135
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows............................ 138
Moon roof ........................................ 141
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component

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For safety and security1
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
1-1. For safe useBefore driving................................. 26
For safety drive............................... 28
Seat belts .......................................... 30
SRS airbags ..................................... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system...................47
Safety information for children .......................................... 53
Child restraint systems ............... 54
Installing child restraints .............58
Exhaust gas precautions ............ 68
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ....... 69
Alarm ................................................... 71
Theft prevention labels ............... 73

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For safety and security
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)1-2. Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the engine switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that the system has
been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching
a key registered to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if a key has not been prev iously registered in the vehicle’s on-
board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prev ent vehicle theft but does not guarantee
absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

701-2. Theft deterrent system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FC C Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not caus e harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, incl uding interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of
the system cannot be guaranteed.

1163-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Conditions affe cting operation
The smart access system with push-button start uses weak radio waves. In the following
situations, the communication between th e electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart access system with push-button start, wireless remote
control and engine immobilizer system from operating properly. (Ways of coping:
 P. 499)
●When the electronic key battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric powe r plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport or
other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular ph one, cordless phone or other wireless com-
munication device
●When the electronic key is in contact wi th, or is covered by the following metallic
objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
•Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio
waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or me tallic objects are attached to the rear win-
dow

1614-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the engine
switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery
discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode for long periods of ti me when the engine is not running.
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 1 0 1
■Conditions affe cting operation
 P. 116
■Notes for the entry function
P. 117
■If the engine does not start
●Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the shift lever is
displaced out of P.
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 6 9 )
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel
will be locked due to the stee ring lock function. Operating the engine switch again auto-
matically cancels the steering lock.
■When the steering lock cannot be released
■Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from over heating, operation of the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeat edly in a short period of time. In this case,
refrain from operating the engine switch. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock
motor will resume functioning. “Steering Lock active” will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is in P. Press the
engine switch while turning the steering wheel
left and right.

4968-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(P. 1 5 9 )
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. ( P. 6 9 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 5 0 2 )
The engine starting system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 4 9 7 )
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being
followed ( P. 159), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even thoug h the starter motor operates nor-
mally.
The starter motor turns over slowly , the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
The starter motor does not turn over

570Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Emergency flashers ............................. 456
Engine .........................................................514ACCESSORY mode....................... 160
Compartment....................................... 413
Engine switch ........................................ 159
Hood ........................................................... 411
How to start the engine ................... 159
Identification number ........................ 513
If the engine will not start............... 496
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 159
Overheating ........................................ 506
Engine coolant......................................... 417 Capacity .................................................. 516
Checking..................................................417
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 260
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........................................................81
Engine immobilizer system ................. 69
Engine oil ...................................................414 Capacity .................................................. 514
Checking................................................. 414
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 260
Engine switch .......................................... 159
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 240
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ..........241 Function ....................................................241
Warning light ....................................... 467
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 First-aid kit storage belt......................374
Flat tire ...................................................... 486
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission .................... 517
Brake......................................................... 518
Washer ................................................... 422
Fog lights..................................................... 181 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 452
Switch ......................................................... 181
Wattage ................................................... 521
Footwell light .......................................... 368 Wattage ................................................... 521
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 47
Front personal lights ........................... 369 Wattage ................................................... 521
Front seats ................................................. 120 Adjustment..............................................120
Cleaning................................................. 399
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory................. 123
Head restraints .....................................128
Power easy access system ............. 123
Seat heaters .......................................... 367
Seat position memory ....................... 123
Seat ventilators.................................... 367F

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IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
I/M test .....................................................408
IdentificationEngine ....................................................... 513
Vehicle ..................................................... 513
Ignition switch (engine switch)......... 159
Illuminated entry system .................... 369
Immobilizer system................................. 69
Indicators .................................................... 78
Initialization Maintenance........................................ 403
Moon roof .............................................. 143
Multi-information display ................. 88
Power windows ................................... 139
Tire pressure warning system................................ 424
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)................................. 430
Inside door handle lights ................... 368
Inside rear view mirror .........................133
Instrument panel light control ............ 84
Interior lights........................................... 369 Wattage ................................................... 521
Intuitive parking assist........................... 214
Jack Positioning a floor jack ......................412
Vehicle-equipped jack ...................487
Jack handle ..................................................487
Jam protection function Moon roof ...............................................142
Power windows ................................... 139 Keyless entry
Smart access system with push-button start.........103, 109
Wireless remote control.......103, 109
Keys .............................................................. 98 Battery-saving function ..................... 115
Electronic key ......................................... 98
Engine switch ........................................159
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 499
Key number plate ................................. 98
Keyless entry ........................................... 98
Mechanical key...................................... 99
Replacing the battery ...................... 439
Warning buzzer...................................104
Wireless remote control................... 98
Knee airbags ..............................................36
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IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Tachometer .................................................81
Tail lights..................................................... 173Light switch .............................................173
Replacing light bulbs ........................452
Talk switch
*............................................ 329
Telephone switches
*.......................... 329
Theft deterrent system Alarm............................................................. 71
Engine immobilizer system..............69
Luggage security system .................. 110
Theft prevention labels ....................... 73
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 432 Maintenance data ............................... 519
Tire inflation pressure display function ................................................ 424
Warning light ...................................... 468
Tire information ..................................... 525 Glossary .................................................532
Size ........................................................... 528
Tire identification number.............. 527
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................. 530 Tire pressure warning system ..........424
Function .................................................. 424
Initializing ............................................... 424
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters................ 424
Registering ID codes ....................... 426
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................................... 425
Warning light .......................................468
Tires ............................................................423 Chains ....................................................... 261
Checking ............................................... 423
If you have a flat tire ..........................486
Inflation pressure..................................519
Information............................................ 525
Replacing ...............................................486
Rotating tires ........................................ 423
Size .............................................................519
Snow tires .............................................. 262
Spare tire................................................486
Tire inflation pressure display function................................................ 424
Tire pressure warning system ..... 424
Warning light .......................................468
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