light Lexus IS300h 2014 Owner's Guide

1052. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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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 system 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.
Wa r n i n g l i g h t s
*1Brake system warning light
(→P. 5 0 3 )*1Slip indicator
(→P. 5 0 4 )
*1Brake system warning light
(→P. 5 0 3 )*1 Automatic headlight level-
ing system warning light
(→P. 5 0 5 )
*1Charging system warning
light (→P. 5 0 3 )Open door warning light
(→P. 5 0 5 )
*1Malfunction indicator
lamp (→P. 5 0 3 )Low fuel level warning light
(→P. 5 0 5 )
*1SRS warning light
(→P. 5 0 4 )Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder light
(→P. 5 0 5 )
*1ABS warning light
(→P. 5 0 4 )*3Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights (→P. 505)
*1Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
(→P. 5 0 4 )*1Master warning light
(→P. 5 0 5 )
*1, 2
(if equipped)
Pre-crash safety system
warning light (→P. 5 0 4 )*1Tire pressure warning light
(→P. 5 0 5 )
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1062. Instrument cluster
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The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(→P. 222)

(if equipped)
Lexus parking assist-sensor
indicator (→P. 2 6 7 )
Tail light indicator
(→P. 2 2 6 )
*1, 2 Slip indicator
(→P. 2 8 7 )
Headlight high beam indi-
cator (→P. 2 2 6 )
*1VSC OFF indicator
(→P. 2 8 8 )
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam indi-
cator (→P. 229)
*1, 3
(if equipped)
Pre-crash safety system
warning light (→P. 2 9 3 )
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(→P. 2 3 3 )*4, 5
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators (→P. 299)
Rear fog light indicator
(→P. 2 3 3 )
*6Security indicator
(→P. 9 0 , 9 6 )
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(→P. 245, 249)*7Low outside temperature
indicator (→P. 1 0 9 )
(if equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol indicator (→P. 2 4 9 )“READY” indicator
(→P. 2 0 9 )
(if equipped)
Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor (→P. 245, 249)EV indicator (→P. 8 1 )
(if equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator (→P. 2 6 1 )*8EV drive mode indicator
(→P. 2 1 4 )
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1072. Instrument cluster
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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 system 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 indicators will
turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*9EV drive mode indicator
(→P. 2 1 4 )*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT S” indicator
(→P. 2 8 3 )
*8Eco drive mode indicator
(→P. 2 8 3 )*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT S+” indicator
(→P. 2 8 3 )
*9Eco drive mode indicator
(→P. 2 8 3 )*8Snow mode indicator
(→P. 2 1 7 )
*8“SPORT” indicator
(→P. 2 8 3 )*9Snow mode indicator
(→P. 2 1 7 )
*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT” indicator
(→P. 2 8 3 )*1, 6“PASSENGER AIR
BAG” indicator
(→P. 5 4 )
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1082. 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 indicator
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 serious injury. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately if this occurs.
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1122. 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
1
2
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1142. 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 8 )
■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.)
■Po p - u p d i s p l a y
In some situations, such as when a switch operation is performed, a pop-up display, 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. 1 1 8 )
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic
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. 1 1 5 )
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. 552)
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1182. Instrument cluster
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■Pop-up display
Select to set the following pop-up displays, which may appear in some situa-
tions, 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 auto-
matically 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 dis-
played speed unit will turn yellow
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.
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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 significantly. Visit
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional 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, immedi-
ately 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 follow-
ing 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.
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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 han-
dle (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. 9 6 )
■If the smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not operate prop-
erly
Use the mechanical key to lock and unlock the doors. (→P. 544)
Replace the key battery with a new one if it is depleted. (→P. 4 7 1 ) If the door will not lock even when the topside
sensor area is touched, try touching both the
topside and underside sensor areas at the same
time.
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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 con-
trol.
Turn the power switch off.
Cancel the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor of the alarm system to prevent unintended
triggering of the alarm while changing the settings. (if equipped) (→P. 9 9 )
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 set-
tings have been changed. (If a door is not opened within 30 seconds 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. 9 7 )
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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 onceHolding the front passenger’s
door handle unlocks all the
doors.
Holding either front door handle
unlocks all the doors.Exterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings once
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