lock Lexus IS250C 2012 Instrument cluster / LEXUS 2012 IS250C,IS350C OWNERS MANUAL (OM53A62U)

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 .......................... 32
Wireless remote control .............. 44
Doors.................................................... 47
Trunk...................................................... 51
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .......................................... 55
Driving position memory .............. 61
Seat position memory ................... 65
Head restraints................................. 67
Seat belts ............................................ 70
Steering wheel.................................. 76 Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror...................................... 78
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 79
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and
retractable hardtop
Power windows................................ 82
Retractable hardtop....................... 86
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 95
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 98
Alarm.................................................. 100
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ........................................... 103
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............. 104
SRS airbags ..................................... 106
Front passenger occupant classification system ................... 118
Child restraint sy stems ............... 123
Installing child restraints .............. 127
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

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage fe atures................ 361
• Glove box .................................... 362
• Console box ................................ 363
• Cup holders................................. 364
• Auxiliary box ............................... 367
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors........................................ 368
Vanity mirror .................................. 369
Clock ................................................. 370
Satellite switches ........................... 371
Ashtrays ........................................... 374
Cigarette lighter ........................... 375
Power outlet ................................... 376
Seat heaters and ve ntilators .... 377
Floor mat......................................... 380
Trunk features................................. 381
Garage door opener................. 384
Compass......................................... 390
Safety Connect ............................. 394 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 402
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 407
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ...... 410
General maintena nce ................. 412
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 415
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 416
Hood .................................................. 419
Positioning a floor jack............... 420
Engine compartment.................. 422
Tires ................................................... 437
Tire inflation pressure................. 447
Wheels .............................................. 451
Air conditioning filter.................. 453
Electronic key battery ................ 456
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 458
Headlight aim ................................ 473
Light bulbs ....................................... 475
4Maintenance and care

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B
Driving position memory switches 
Seat position memory switches

P. 61
P. 65
Door lock switch P. 47
Outside rear view mirror
switches
P. 79
Window lock switch P. 82
Power window switches P. 82
Pictorial indexInterior

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C
Automatic transmission
Manual transmission
Seat heater/ventilator switches  P. 377
Automatic transmission shift lever P. 153
Shift lock override button P. 531
Cigarette lighter 
Ashtray

P. 375
P. 374
Manual transmission shift lever P. 160
Parking brake lever P. 163
Cigarette lighter 
Ashtray

Auxiliary box

P. 375
P. 374
P. 367
Seat heater/ventilator switches  P. 377
: If equipped
Auxiliary box  P. 367

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P. 181
P. 162
P. 185
Shift paddle switches (automatic transmission) P. 157
Gauges and meters P. 166
Multi-information display P. 176
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 187
Engine (ignition) switch P. 148
Trunk opener main switch P. 51
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 76
Audio remote control switches *1P. 306
Horn P. 165Glove box P. 362
Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission) P. 163
Hood lock release lever P. 419
Inside door lock buttons P. 47

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Without navigation system (type A)
Clock

P. 370
Audio
system

P. 259
Air conditioning
system
P. 248
Rear window and out-
side rear view mirror
defoggers
P. 257
Security indicator
P. 98, 100
Emergency
flasher switch
P. 486
*1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Clock

P. 370
Audio
system

P. 259
Air conditioning
system
P. 248
Rear window and out-
side rear view mirror
defoggers
P. 257
Security indicator
P. 98, 100
Emergency
flasher switch
P. 486
Without navigation system (type B)

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
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Navigation
system
*2
Clock P. 370
Audio system*2
Security indicator
P. 98, 100
Emergency flasher
switch
P. 486
Air conditioning
system
*2
With navigation system (type A)
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
*2
Navigation
system
*2
Clock P. 370
Audio system*2
Security indicator
P. 98, 100
Emergency flasher
switch
P. 486
Air conditioning
system
*2
With navigation system (type B)
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
*2

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect elec-
tronic systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Cruise control system
●Dynamic radar cruise control system
●Anti-lock brake system
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus deal er before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

Before driving1
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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 ................... 32
Wireless remote control ......... 44
Doors ............................................ 47
Trunk .............................................. 51
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ................................... 55
Driving position memory ......... 61
Seat position memory.............. 65
Head restraints .......................... 67
Seat belts ..................................... 70
Steering wheel ........................... 76
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ............................... 78
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 79 1-4. Opening and closing
the windows and
retractable hardtop
Power windows .......................... 82
Retractable hardtop ................ 86
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 95
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system........................................ 98
Alarm.......................................... 100
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.).................................... 103
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 104
SRS airbags .............................. 106
Front passenger occupant classification system............. 118
Child restraint systems ......... 123
Installing child restraints........ 127