light Lexus IS300h 2013 Owner's Guide

1052. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle
systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate
that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid sys-
tem is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if
the lights do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*3: This light illuminates on the center panel.
Warning lights
*1Brake system warning
light
(P. 507)*1Slip indicator
(P. 508)
*1Brake system warning
light (P. 507)*1 Automatic headlight lev-
eling system warning
light (P. 509)
*1Charging system warning
light (P. 507)Open door warning light
(P. 509)
*1Malfunction indicator
lamp (P. 507)Low fuel level warning
light (P. 509)
*1SRS warning light
(P. 508)
Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder
light
(P. 509)
*1ABS warning light
(P. 508)*3Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights (P. 509)
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 508)*1Master warning light
(P. 509)
*1, 2
(if
equipped)
Pre-crash safety system
warning light (P. 508)
*1Tire pressure warning
light
(P. 509)

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The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(P. 222)

(if
equipped)
Lexus parking assist-sen-
sor indicator (P. 267)
Tail light indicator
(P. 226)
*1, 2 Slip indicator
(P. 287)
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 226)
*1VSC OFF indicator
(P. 288)
(if
equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator (P. 229)
*1, 3
(if
equipped)
Pre-crash safety system
warning light (P. 293)
(if
equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 233)
*4, 5
(if
equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) outside rear view
mirror indicators (P.
299)
Rear fog light indicator
(P. 233)
*6Security indicator
(P. 90, 96)
(if
equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 245, 249)*7Low outside temperature
indicator (P. 1 1 0 )
(if
equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise
control indicator (P.
249)“READY” indicator
(P. 209)
(if
equipped)
Cruise control “SET”
indicator (P. 245, 249)EV indicator (P. 81)

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Instrument cluster
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*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate
that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid sys-
tem is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if
the lights do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light flashes faster than
usual to indicate that the system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators
illuminate in the following situations:
• When the power switch is turned to ON mode while the BSM main switch
is set to ON.
• When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the power switch is in ON
mode.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indi-
cators will turn off after a few seconds.
(if
equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator (P.
261)*8EV drive mode indicator
(P. 214)
*9
EV drive mode indicator
(P. 214)
*9
(if
equipped)
“SPORT S” indicator
(P. 283)
*8
Eco drive mode indicator
(P. 283)
*9
(if
equipped)
“SPORT S+” indicator
(P. 283)
*9Eco drive mode indicator
(P. 283)*8Snow mode indicator
(P. 217)
*8“SPORT” indicator
(P. 283)*9Snow mode indicator
(P. 217)
*9
(if
equipped)
“SPORT” indicator
(P. 283)
*1, 6“PASSENGER AIR
BAG” indicator
(P. 54)

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Instrument cluster
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*5: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*6: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*7: When the outside temperature is approximately 3°C (37°F) or lower, the indi-
cator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*8: Except F SPORT models
*9: F SPORT models
CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come
on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not
available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or seri-
ous injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately if
this occurs.

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Instrument cluster
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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be
adjusted individually. However, when the surroundings are bright (daytime, etc.),
turning on the tail lights will not change the instrument panel brightness.
Instrument panel light control
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Instrument cluster
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Tachometer
Hybrid System Indicator switches to the tachometer when driving mode is in
sport mode.
The settings of the tachometer display can be changed on the multi-information
display. (P. 1 1 9 )
Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve
fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when
vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed,
or the display may take longer than normal to change.
When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a
garage, tunnel, etc.)
Pop-up display
In some situations, such as when a switch operation is performed, a pop-up dis-
play, such as the operating methods of the headlight switch, will be temporarily
displayed on the multi-information display or the odometer/trip meter screen (F
SPORT models only).
The pop-up display function can be set on/off. (P. 119)
Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is charac-
teristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the
display.
Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. (P.
116)
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in
the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and
check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 555)

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Instrument cluster
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Pop-up display
Select to set the following pop-up displays, which may appear in some
situations, on/off.
• Route guidance display of the navigation system-linked system
(if equipped)
• Incoming call display of the hands-free phone system (if equipped)
• Windshield wiper switch operation display (if equipped)
• Headlight switch operation display (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control operation display (if equipped)
• Instrument panel brightness adjustment display
• Main meter switch operation display (F SPORT models)
Accent color (except F SPORT models)
Select to change the accent colors on the screen, such as the cursor
color.
Tachometer settings
Select to set the display of the tachometer or Hybrid System Indicator
to automatically change according to the driving mode or static.
Needle (F SPORT models)
Select to change the needle color for the tachometer.
Speed indicator (F SPORT models)
Select to set the speed indicator
on/off.
When set to on, both sides of the
displayed speed unit will turn yel-
low when the vehicle reaches a
set speed.
Selectable speed range:
Except U.K.: 50 km/h to 200 km/
h (30 mph to 125 mph)
*
U.K.: 30 mph to 100 mph (50 km/h to 160 km/h)*
The indicator will illuminate in yellow at an optionally set speed and red at
the fixed high speed.
*: Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.

1353-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
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NOTICE
When an electronic key is lost
If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Visit any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately with all remaining electronic keys and
the card key that were provided with your vehicle.
Handling the card key
Do not apply excess force when inserting the mechanical key into the card
key. Doing so may damage the card key.
If the battery or card key terminals get wet, the battery may corrode.
If the key is dropped into water, or if drinking water etc. is spilled on the key,
immediately remove the battery cover and wipe the battery and terminals. (To
remove the battery cover, lightly grasp and pull it.) If the battery is corroded,
have any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional replace the battery.
Do not crush the battery cover or use a screwdriver to remove the battery
cover. Forcibly removing the battery cover may bend or damage the key.
If the battery cover is frequently removed, the battery cover may become
loose.
When installing the battery, make sure to check the direction of the battery.
Installing the battery in the wrong direction may cause the battery to deplete
rapidly.
The surface of the card key may be damaged, or its coating may peel off in the
following situations:
• The card key is carried together with hard objects, such as coins and keys.
• The card key is scraped with a sharp object, such as the tip of a mechanical
pencil.
• The surface of the card key is wiped with thinner or benzene.

1373-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
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Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/
unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows and moon roof are operating.
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Welcome light illumination control
The front position, tail and license plate lights automatically turn on at night
when the doors are unlocked using the entry function or wireless remote control
if the light switch is in the “AUTO” position.
When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the upper part of the door
handle (vehicles with entry function)
Door lock buzzer
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a buzzer
sounds continuously for 5 seconds. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and
lock the vehicle once more.
Setting the alarm (if equipped)
Locking the doors will set the alarm system. (P. 96)
If the smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not operate
properly
Use the mechanical key to lock and unlock the doors. (P. 548)
Replace the key battery with a new one if it is depleted. (P. 472) If the door will not lock even when the top-
side sensor area is touched, try touching
both the topside and underside sensor areas
at the same time.

1413-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Operation of each component
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Switching the door unlock function (vehicles with entry function)
It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks using the wireless
remote control.
Turn the power switch off.
Cancel the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor of the alarm system to prevent unin-
tended triggering of the alarm while changing the settings. (if equipped) (P.
99)
When the indicator light on the key surface is not on, press and hold ,
or for approximately 5 seconds while pressing and holding .
The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below.
(When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5
seconds, and repeat step .)
For vehicles with an alarm: To prevent unintended triggering of the alarm,
unlock the doors using the wireless remote control and open and close a door
once after the settings have been changed. (If a door is not opened within 30 sec-
onds after is pressed, the doors will be locked again and the alarm will
automatically be set.)
In a case that the alarm is triggered, immediately stop the alarm. (P. 97)
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Multi-information
displayUnlocking functionBeep
(Left-hand drive
vehicles)
(Right-hand drive
vehicles)
Holding the driver’s door
handle unlocks only the
driver’s door.
Exterior: Beeps 3
times
Interior: Pings once
Holding a passenger’s door
handle unlocks all the doors.
Holding a door handle
unlocks all the doors.Exterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings once