navigation system Lexus IS250 2015 User Guide

1554-1. Before driving
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Driving
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the trunk
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly, may block the
driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or passengers, possibly causing
an accident.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.
●To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do not stack any-
thing in the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo and luggage low, as close to the floor as pos-
sible.
●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed directly behind
the front seats.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged trunk. It is not designed for passengers.
They should ride in their seats with their seat belts properly fastened.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the package tray
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
• In front of the navigation system screen (if equipped) or Lexus Display Audio
screen (if equipped)
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment.
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less than the total load
capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause deterioration
of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.

2214-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
The rear view image is displayed when
the shift position is in R and the engine
switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
The parking assist monitor system will
be deactivated when the shift position is
in any position other than R.
■Screen display
The parking assist monitor screen
will be displayed if the shift position is
shifted to R while the engine switch
is in IGNITION ON mode.Intuitive parking assist display (if
equipped)
If an obstacle is detected while the
intuitive parking assist is on, a display
is shown in the top right corner of the
screen.
Lexus parking assist monitor∗
∗: If equipped
The parking assist monitor assists the driver by displaying an image of the view
behind the vehicle while backing up, for example while parking.
Owners of models equipped with a navi gation system should refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
The screen illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and may
differ from the image that is actually displayed on the screen.
Using the Lexus parking assist monitor
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2715-1. Basic Operations
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Volume switch• Increases/decreases volume
• Press and hold: Continuously increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: • Press: Select a radio station
• Press and hold: Seek up/down
CD, MP3/WMA/AAC disc,
Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Select a track/file/video
• Press and hold: Fast up/down tracks/files/videos (MP3/WMA/AAC disc,
iPod or USB)
“MODE” switch • Turns the power on, selects audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operation. To can- cel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be controlle d using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or navigation
system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio system or nav-
igation system.
Operating the audio system us ing the steering wheel switches
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CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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2735-1. Basic Operations
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Lexus Display Audio system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Adjusting the volume
The volume of the Mobile Assistant can be adjusted using the
“PWR·VOL” knob or
steering wheel volume switches. The Mobile Assistant and phone call volumes are syn-
chronized.
■Microphone
●Wait for the listening beeps before using the Mobile Assistant.
●The Mobile Assistant may not recognize commands in the following situations:
• When spoken too quickly.
• When spoken at a low or high volume.
• When the roof or windows are open.
• When passengers are talking while th e Mobile Assistant is being used.
• When the air conditioning system’s fan speed is set high.
• When the air conditioning vents are turned toward the microphone.
■Mobile Assistant precautions
●The available features and functions may vary based on the iOS version installed on the
connected device.
●Some Siri features are limited in Eyes Free mode. If you attempt to use an unavailable
function, Siri will inform you that the function is not available.
●If Siri is not enabled on the ce llular phone connected via Bluetooth, an error message
will be displayed on the screen.
●While a phone call is active, the Mobile Assistant cannot be used.
●If using the navigation feature of the cellular phone, ensure the active audio source is
Bluetooth audio or iPod in order to hear turn by turn direction prompts.
It is not necessary to speak directly into the
microphone when using the Mobile Assistant.

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IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)6-1. Using the air conditioning system
■Adjusting the temperature setting
To adjust the temperature setting,
touch and slide your finger up or
down on the sensor.
The temperature setting can also be
adjusted by touching on the sensor.
When the temperature setting is
changed, a buzzer sounds.
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temper-
ature setting.
Vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio system: Press the “MENU” button on the
Lexus Display Audio controller, then select “Climate” to display the air condi-
tioning operation screen.
For details on the Lexus Display Audio controller, refer to “Lexus Display
Audio controller” on P. 268.
Vehicles with a navigation system:
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote
Touch, then select “Climate” to display the air conditioning control screen.
For details on the Remote Touch, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OW N ER’S M A NUA L”.
Air conditioning controls

3606-1. Using the air conditioning system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
XWith a navigation system Adjust the left-hand side temper-
ature setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the air flow mode
Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting
Display the option control screen
(→ P. 360)
Tu r n t h e f a n o f f
Select to set auto mode on/off
To adjust or select settings, move the Remote Touch knob to select the screen
button, and then press the Remote Touch knob to enter the selected function.
■Option control screen
The functions can be switched on and off.
Cooling and dehumidification
function
Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) ( →P. 3 6 1 )
Removing pollen from the air
(Micro dust and pollen filter)
( → P. 3 6 1 )
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3646-1. Using the air conditioning system
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the ambi-
ent conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immediately
after is pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
■Using the voice command system (vehicles with a navigation system)
Air conditioning system can be operated us ing voice commands. For details, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■Fogging up of the windows
The windows will easily fog up when the hu midity in the vehicle is high. Turning
(“A/C”) on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.
●If you turn (“A/C”) off, the windows may fog up more easily.
●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the outside/recircu-
lated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in preventing out-
side air from entering the vehicle interi or. During cooling operation, setting the
recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the tempera-
ture setting or the inside temperature.
■When the outside temperature exceeds 75 °F (24 °C) and the air conditioning system
is on
●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air conditioning system
may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also reduce fuel consump-
tion.
●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode.
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel
efficiency:
●Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling capac-
ity
●Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed
●Turn off Eco drive mode

4958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
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, abrupt 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)

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Index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)................................560
Alphabetical index................................. 564
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the
equipment listed below.
•Navigation system
• Audio/video system • Intuitive parking assist
• Rear view monitor system

573Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) ..........208
Language (multi-information display) ............... 88
LATCH anchors ...................................... 59
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ..........208
Lever Auxiliary catch lever ............................ 411
Hood lock release lever .................... 411
Internal trunk release lever................. 111
Shift lever ................................................. 164
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever............................... 131
Turn signal lever .................................. 170
Wiper lever ............................................ 182
Lexus Display Audio system............ 266
Lexus Display Audio controller...... 268
Lexus Enform
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Lexus Enform Remote*.................... 354
Lexus Enform Safety Connect........390
Lexus parking assist monitor
*.......... 221
License plate lights................................. 173
Light switch .............................................173
Replacing light bulbs ........................452 Light bulbs
Replacing ............................................... 446
Wattage ...................................................521
Lights
Fog light switch...................................... 181
Headlight switch .................................. 173
Illuminated entry system................. 369
Interior light...........................................369
Interior lights list..................................368
Personal lights ..................................... 369
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 446
Trunk light................................................... 111
Turn signal lever ...................................170
Vanity lights ...........................................377
Wattage ...................................................521
Lock steering column............................ 161
Low profile tire ....................................... 427
Luggage security system ..................... 110
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.