wheel Lexus IS250C 2014 Workshop Manual

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................... 242
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers.................. 251
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 252
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type ................. 253
Using the radio ....................... 256
Using the CD player ............. 264
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ............................. 271
Operating an iPod .................. 279
Operating a USB memory.................................. 287
Optimal use of the audio system ..................................... 296
Using the AUX port.............. 298
Using the steering wheel audio switches...................... 300

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Ti t l ePa g e
Using the radioP. 2 5 6
Using the CD playerP. 2 6 4
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 2 7 1
Operating an iPodP. 2 7 9
Operating a USB memoryP. 2 8 7
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 2 9 6
Using the AUX portP. 2 9 8
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 3 0 0

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3-2. Using the audio system
IS250C/350C_U
Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the powerPress when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding down until you hear a
beep.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or navi-
gation system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio
system or navigation system.
Turns the power on, selects
an audio source
Increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: Selects a radiostation
CD mode: Selects a track, file (MP3 and
WMA) and disc
Bluetooth
® audio mode:
Selects a track and
album
iPod mode: Selects a song
USB memory mode: Selects a file and folder

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Selecting an albumPress to select Bluetooth
® audio mode.
Press and hold “ ∧” or “ ∨” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a folder
Press to select USB memory mode.
Press and hold “ ∧” or “ ∨” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ∧” or “ ∨” on until you hear a beep.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for mobile phones)
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Interior features
IS250C/350C_U
■Steering wheel switches
Vo l u m e
During an incoming call:
Adjusts the ring tone volume
During an ongoing call:
Adjusts the receiver volume
The voice guidance volume can-
not be adjusted using this but-
ton*.
Off-hook switch
Turns the hands-free system
on/starts a call
On-hook switch
Turns the hands-free system
off/ends a call/refuses a call
Talk switch
Turns the voice command
system on (press)/turns the
voice command system off
(press and hold)
■ Microphone
*: For vehicles sold in U.S. mainland, Canada and Hawaii only

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3-7. Other interior features
IS250C/350C_U
■Changing the settings
Each item is displayed and its setting can be changed only in the following condi-
tions:
●Intuitive parking assist: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode.
●Items other than the above: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
IGNITION ON mode and the vehicle is stopped.
■Display
The display will return to the original display if the satellite switches are not oper-
ated for an extended period.
Even if the display is in satellite switch mode, it will switch in the event of a warning
or when the radar cruise control (if equipped) is used. If this occurs, press any of the
satellite switches or “DISP” switch on the steering wheel to return the display to sat-
ellite switch mode.
Front seat auto return function on/off (→P. 5 7 )

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............. 396
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............... 401
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ........................ 404
General maintenance .......... 406
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs................................ 409 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ............................ 410
Hood ........................................... 413
Positioning a floor jack .......... 414
Engine compartment ............ 416
Tires............................................. 431
Tire inflation pressure............ 441
Wheels ...................................... 445
Air conditioning filter ........... 447
Electronic key battery.......... 449
Checking and replacing fuses ......................................... 451
Headlight aim ......................... 466
Light bulbs................................ 468

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Before washing the vehicle, do the following.
• Fold the mirrors back.
• Remove the antenna. (if detachable)
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the
windows.
●Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed prop-
erly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion.
●Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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Maintenance and care
IS250C/350C_U
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving
for long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Front side windows water-repellent coating
●The following precautions can extend the effectiveness of the water-repellent
coating.
• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side windows regularly.
• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate on the windows for a long period.Clean the windows with a soft, damp cloth as soon as possible.
• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that contain abrasives when cleaning the windows.
• Do not use any metallic objects to remove condensation build up.
●When the water-repellent performance has become insufficient, the coating
can be repaired. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Outside rear view mirror rain-clearing coating (if equipped)
Observe the following precautions in order to retain the rain-clearing properties of
the mirror.
●Clean the mirrors using car shampoo or gl ass cleaner that does not contain sili-
cone or an abrasive compound, and rinse thoroughly with water.
●Allow the mirrors to be exposed to direct sunlight for 1 to 2 days.

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NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (alu-
minum wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, ironpowder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with
low humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■Detachable pole antenna installation and removal precautions
●Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.
●When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car wash,
make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also, before driving,
make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.