Assist Lexus IS350 2015 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2015 IS250,IS350 OWNERS MANUAL QUICK GUIDE (OM53C80U)

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Hands-free System For Cellular Phone (with Lexus Display Audio)*
How to register a Bluetooth® phone..................................................................................... 51
Registering favorites.......................................................................................................... ............ 51
Dialing........................................................................................................................ .......................... 51
Dialing from the phonebook ..................................................................................................... .51
When the phonebook is empty................................................................................................52
Dialing from favorites ......................................................................................................... ..........52
To answer the phone ............................................................................................................ ........53
To refuse a call ............................................................................................................... .................53
Operating a telephone using the steering whee l switches ..........................................53
Hands-free System For Cellular Phone (with navigation system)*
Bluetooth
® phone pairing .........................................................................................................39
Contacts transfer .............................................................................................................. .............40
Registering the contacts in the favorites list ........................................................................ 41
Calling by name................................................................................................................ .............. 42
Calling by favorites list...................................................................................................... ........... 42
Calling using e-mail/SMS/MMS message ........................................................................ 43
Receiving a call ............................................................................................................... ................ 43
Steering switches ........................................................................................................................... 43
Headlights ............................................................................................................................... ................ 14
Intuitive Parking Assist ..................................................................................................................... 27
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........................................................................................................ 26
Lexus Display Audio Controller .................................................................................................. 49
Lexus Enform ............................................................................................................................... ........ 72
Lexus Enform Safety Connect ..................................................................................................... 70
Multi-information Display ............................................................................................................... 12
*: This feature may be operated by Voice command (See P.62)

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OverviewInstrument Panel
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch P.28
Odometer/trip meter and trip
meter reset button
*1
Instrument panel light control
switches
*1
Windshield wiper
de-icer switch
*1
Rear sunshade
switch
*1
Intuitive parking assist
switch
*2 P.27
Automatic high beam
switch
 P.15

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Intuitive Parking Assist (if equipped)
■Turning the system on and off
Turns the intuitive parking assist on/off
When on, the indicator light comes on to
inform the driver that the system is oper-
ational.
The distance from your vehicle to nearby ob stacles when parallel parking or maneuver-
ing into a garage is measured by the sens ors and communicated via the multi-informa-
tion display, Lexus Display Audio screen (i f equipped) and a buzzer. Always check the
surrounding area when using this system.

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;
● The Blind Spot Monitor function
Assists the driver in making the decision when changing lanes
● The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
Assists the driver when backing up
BSM main switch
Pressing the switch turns the system on or off. When the switch is set to on, the switch’s
indicator illuminates and the buzzer soun ds. Common switch for Blind Spot Monitor
function and Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.
Outside rear view mirror indicators
Blind Spot Monitor function: 
When a vehicle is detected in the blind sp ot, the outside rear view mirror indicator
comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the outside rear view mirror
indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is operated.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function: 
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, the
outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer (Rear Cross Traffic Alert function only)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, a
buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.
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Audio (vehicles with a navigation system)
Info (vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio System)
Info (vehicles with a navigation system) (for U.S.A., if equipped)
CommandAction
“Play Playlist ”Plays tracks from the selected playlist
“Play Artist ”Plays tracks from the selected artist
“Play Song ”Plays the selected track
“Play Album ”Plays tracks from the selected album
CommandAction
“Show Forecast”Displays weather information
“Show Traffic”Displays traffic information
CommandAction
“Destination Assist”Connects the system to the Lexus response center
“Show Forecast”Displays weather information
“Show Traffic”Displays traffic information
“Lexus Insider”Displays the Lexus insider list

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■Services
Subscribers have the following Sa fety Connect services available:
● Automatic Collision Notification
*
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the system is designed
to automatically call the response center. The responding agent receives the vehicle’s
location and attempts to speak with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emer-
gency. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the
call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services provider to describe the
situation, and requests that assistance be sent to the location.
*: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2
● Stolen Vehicle Location
If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect can wo rk with local authorities to assist them in
locating and recovering the vehicle. After fi ling a police report, call the Safety Connect
response center at 1-800-25-LEXUS (1- 800-255-3987) and follow the prompts for
Safety Connect to initiate this service. 
In addition to assisting law enforcement with recovery of a stolen vehicle, Safety-Con-
nect-equipped vehicle location data may, un der certain circumstances, be shared with
third parties to locate your vehicle. Furt her information is available at Lexus.com.
● Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”) 
In the event of an emergency on the road, push the “SOS” button to reach the Safety
Connect response cent er. The answering agent will determine your vehicle’s location,
assess the emergency, and dispatch the necessary assistance required. If you accidentally press the “SOS” button, tell the response-center agent that you are
not experiencing an emergency.
● Enhanced Roadside Assistance 
Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds GPS data to the already included warranty-based
Lexus roadside service. 
Subscribers can press the “SOS” button to reach a Safety Connect response-center
agent, who can help with a wide range of needs, such as: towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc.
For a description of the Roadside Assistance services and their limitations, please see the
Safety Connect Terms and Conditions, which are available at Lexus.com.
■ Subscription
After you have signed the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and are enrolled,
you can begin receiving services.
A variety of subscription terms are available. Contact your Lexus dealer, call 1-800-25-
LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) or push the “SOS” button in your vehicle for further subscrip-
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Lexus Enform (for U.S.A., if equipped)
■Function achieved by using a cellular phone (with navigation system)
■
Services
Of the functions included with Lexus Enform , only LEXUS App Suite can be achieved by
using a cellular phone.
LEXUS App Suite is a service that enables the us able contents of a cellular phone to be dis-
played on and operated from the navigation screen. Before LEXUS App Suite can be used,
a few settings need to be performed.
● LEXUS App Suite
When LEXUS App Suite is activated, an appli cation may need to update. By updating, an
application can be kept the latest version. To updating the application, it is necessary to
download the updated data and install it.
■Subscription
LEXUS App Suite will be available on a trial pe riod included upon purchase of a new vehi-
cle. User registration is required to start using the service.
When a trial period has elapsed after purchasing a new vehicle, a fee will be charged to
renew the contract. Services requiring a separate contract can also be used. For details,
refer to http://www.lexus.com/enform/
or call 1-800-255-3987.
■ Function achieved by using DCM and the navigation system 
(with navigation system)
■
Services
Of the functions included with Lexus Enform , LEXUS Enform Destinations (Destination
Assist, eDestination), and Lexus Insider can be achieved by making DCM cooperate with
the navigation system.
These are subscription-based telematics servic es that use Global Positioning System (GPS)
data, embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security as well as convenience
features to subscribers. The services are supported by Lexus’ designated response center,
which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The services are available by subscription on select, telematics hardware-equipped vehi-
cles.
Lexus Enform is a service that includes Sa fety Connect, Remote, Destinations, Insider
and App Suite.
For details, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL” and “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
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●Destination Assist 
Destination Assist provides you with live assistance for finding destinations via the Lexus
response center. You can request either a sp ecific business, address, or ask for help
locating your desired destination by category, such as restaurants, gas stations, shopping
centers or other points of interest (POI). 
After you tell the agent your choice of destination, its coordinates are sent wirelessly to
your vehicle’s navigation system.
● eDestination 
With the eDestination feature, you can go online, and via the Lexus.com owner’s Web
site, select and organize destin ations of your choice and then wirelessly send them to
your vehicle’s navigation system. 
Up to 200 locations can be stored online and accessed or updated at any time. 
Locations can be organized into up to 20 personalized folders.
You must first go online at www.lexus.com/drivers/
to view the Owners site where you
will need to register and log in. After this, personalized fold ers that contain the locations
to be sent to your vehicle can be created. (See Lexus Enform Guide for more informa-
tion.)
● Lexus Insider 
Lexus Insider is an optional service that can send audio messages, or articles, to partici-
pating owners’ vehicles via the navigation sy stem. Potential Lexus Insider subjects might
include, for example, Lexus vehicle technology tips, updates on regional Lexus events, or
audio excerpts from Lexus Magazine articles.
■Subscription
After you have signed the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and are enrolled,
you can begin receiving services. A variet y of subscription terms are available.
Contact your Lexus dealer, call 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987), or select the “Des-
tination Assist” in your vehicle for further subscription details.
■ Function achieved by using DCM
■
Services
Of the functions included with Lexus Enfo rm Safety Connect, Safety Connect can be
achieved by using DCM.
● Lexus Enform Safety Connect ( P. 7 0 )
■LEXUS Enform Remote
■
Services
Lexus Enform Remote is a cellular phone app lication that lets you view and remotely
control certain aspects of your vehicle.
For details about the functions and serv ices of this application, refer to 
http://www.lexus.com/enform/
. For further details, contact your Lexus dealer.
Function of the Lexus Enform Remote is achieved by using an embedded cellular device
in the vehicle (DCM: Data Communication Module).
■Subscription
 P. 7 3

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What to do if...
Follow the correction procedures.
Open door warning lightMaster warning light
Low fuel level warning light
(Illuminates without
blinking)Tire pressure warning light*1
Seat belt reminder light
See the Owner’s Manual
Tu r n s i g n a l i n d i c a t o rIntuitive parking assist 
indicator (if equipped)
Headlight indicator (U.S.A.)
(Flashes)
Slip indicator
Tail light indicator (Canada)VSC OFF indicator
Headlight high beam indicator(Flashes
faster)
Pre-collision system warning 
light (if equipped)
Automatic High Beam 
indicator (if equipped) BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) 
outside rear view mirror 
indicators (if equipped)
Fog light indicator 
(if equipped) Security indicator
Cruise control indicatorLow outside temperature 
indicator
Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator (if equipped)Eco Driving Indicator Light
Cruise control “SET” indicatorEco drive mode indicator*2
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) 
indicator (if equipped)

What to do if...
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■Starting the engine
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and
depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch
will turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in cus-
tomization setting, the engine switch
will turn to ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
If equipped
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If the electronic key battery is depleted, a warning message will be shown on the multi-
information display. Replace th e battery with a new one. For instructions on replacing the
battery, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”. If you need further assistance, contact your
Lexus dealer.