sport mode Lexus IS300h 2015 Owner's Manual

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XExcept F SPORT models
XF SPORT models
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on th
e instrument cluster and center panel
inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrations display all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.

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*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that asystem 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 light does 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 toindicate that the system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminatein 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 7 )*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT S” indicator
(→ P. 2 9 3 )
*8Eco drive mode indicator
(→ P. 2 9 3 )*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT S+” indicator
(→ P. 2 9 3 )
*9Eco drive mode indicator
(→ P. 2 9 3 )*8Snow mode indicator
(→ P. 2 2 0 )
*8“SPORT” indicator
(→ P. 2 9 3 )*9Snow mode indicator
(→ P. 2 2 0 )
*9
(if equipped)
“SPORT” indicator
(→ P. 2 9 3 )*1, 6“PASSENGER AIR
BAG” indicator
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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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XExcept F SPORT models
XF SPORT models (when the main meter is in the center position)
Gauges and meters

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XF SPORT models (when the main meter is in the right-side position)
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Hybrid System Indicator
Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (→P. 1 1 3 )
This display changes to a tachometer depending on the drive mode, and can be set to
show the tachometer in any drive mode on the settings display. (→P. 1 1 8 )
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°C (-40°F) to 50°C
(122°F). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient temperature
is 3°C (37°F) or lower.
Shift position and shift range (→ P. 2 1 9 )
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( →P. 1 1 5 )
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction ( →P. 5 2 7 )
Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven
Tr i p m e t e r :
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip
meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different distances indepen-
dently.
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XOdometer/Trip meter
Switches between odometer and
trip meter displays. When the trip
meter is displayed, pressing and
holding the button will reset the trip
meter.
XMain meter (F SPORT models)
Moves between center and right-
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Changing the display

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■Hybrid System IndicatorCharge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically stop and restart under various conditions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an Eco-friendly manner.
Po w e r a re a
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceeded (during full power driving
etc.)
●Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than sport mode
with the tachometer setting other than “Tachometer (Always)”.
●By keeping the indicator needle (except F SPORT models) or bar display (F SPORT
models) within the Eco area, more Ec o-friendly driving can be achieved.
●Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
*: When used in this manual, regeneration refers to the conversion of energy created by
the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
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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 precis ely 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 co nditions 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 sp eeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
●When the outside temperature has changed su ddenly (at the entrance/exit of a garage,
tunnel, etc.)
■Po p - u p d i s p l a y
In some situations, a pop-up display will be temporarily displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display or the odometer/trip me ter 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. 5 7 1 )

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◆Operating the meter control switches
The multi-information display is
operated using the meter control
switches.Select an item/change pages
Enter/Set
XExcept F SPORT models
Press: Displays the screen regis-
tered to
When no screen has been registered, th e drive information screen will be dis-
played.
Press and hold: Registers the currently displayed screen to
When the confirmation screen is displayed, select yes to register the screen. If the
selected screen cannot be registered, a re gistration failure message will be shown.
XF SPORT models
Move the main meter
Return to the previous screen
■Current fuel consumption*1
Displays the current rate of fuel consumption
■Average fuel economy (after reset/after start/after refuel)*1, 2
Displays the average fuel economy since the function was reset, the hybrid
system was started, and the vehicle was refueled, respectively
■Average vehicle speed (after reset/after start)*1, 2
Displays the average vehicle speed since the function was reset and the
hybrid system was started, respectively
■Elapsed time (after reset/after start)*1, 2
Displays the elapsed time since the function was reset and the hybrid system
was started, respectively
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■Distance (driving range/after start)*1
Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity
of fuel remaining and the distance driven after the hybrid system was started
respectively.
• This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result,the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.
• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be
updated.
When refueling, turn the power switch off. If the vehicle is refueled without turning
the power switch off, the display may not be updated.
■Energy monitor
→ P. 1 2 1
*1: Displayed when the item is set in “Drive Info 1” or “Drive Info 2”. Use these values as a
reference.
*2: Resetting The following displays can be reset: average fuel consumption after reset, average
vehicle speed after reset, and elapsed time after reset.
• To reset, display the desired item and press and hold .
• If both displayed items are resettable, a reset selection screen will appear.
■Language
Select to change the language on the display.
■Units
Select to change the unit of measure for fuel consumption.
■Maintenance system
Select to reset the maintenance data after the required maintenance is per-
formed. ( →P. 4 5 8 )
■EV indicator
Select to set the EV indicator on/off.
■ switch settings (except F SPORT models)
Displays a procedure to register a desired screen to .
You can register 1 screen as a shortcut, which can be displayed by pressing . (→ P. 116)
■Drive information 1 /Drive information 2
Select to select up to 2 items that will be displayed on the “Drive Info 1” screen
and “Drive Info 2” screen respectively. ( →P. 1 1 6 )
Settings display