Lexus 2016 IS 200t - When a Problem Has Occurred

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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)

IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)

● Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.

(P. 496)

● Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.

(P. 520)

When a problem has occurred

If you have a flat tire

The vehicle becomes stuck

Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
Using the Interior Lights3
- Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Lexus8
For Your Information8
- Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio System8
- Noise from under Vehicle after Turning off the Engine8
- Vehicle Data Recording9
- Event Data Recorder10
- General Precaution Regarding Children’s Safety11
- General Precautions While Driving11
- Perchlorate Material11
- Scrapping of Your Lexus11
Reading this Manual12
How to Search13
- Exterior14
Pictorial Index14
- Light Bulbs of the Exterior Lights for Driving15
- Instrument Panel16
- Switches18
- Interior22
- 1 For Safety and Security25
For Safe Use25
- Before Driving26
  - Floor Mat26
  - When Installing the Driver’s Floor Mat27
- For Safety Drive28
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System47
- Safety Information for Children53
- Child Restraint Systems54
- Installing Child Restraints58
- Exhaust Gas Precautions68
- Engine Immobilizer System69
  - System Maintenance69
  - Conditions that May Cause the System to Malfunction69
Theft Deterrent System69
- Certifications for the Engine Immobilizer System70
- To Ensure the System Operates Correctly70
- Deactivating or Stopping the Alarm71
- Setting the Alarm System71
- Alarm-Operated Door Lock72
- Items to Check before Locking the Vehicle72
- Triggering of the Alarm72
- Theft Prevention Labels (U.S.A.)73
- 2 Instrument Cluster75
Key Information100
- Keys100
Opening, Closing and Locking the Doors and Trunk105
- Unlocking and Locking the Doors from the Outside105
- Operation Signals106
- Security Feature106
- Welcome Light Illumination Control106
- When the Door Cannot be Locked by the Lock Sensor on the Upper Part of the Door Handle106
- Door Lock Switches107
- Inside Lock Buttons107
- Locking the Doors from the Outside Without a Key107
- Unlocking and Locking the Doors from the Inside107
- Automatic Door Locking and Unlocking Systems108
- Rear Door Child-Protector Lock108
- Impact Detection Door Lock Release System109
- Switching the Door Unlock Function109
- To Prevent an Accident110
- Opening the Trunk from Inside the Vehicle111
- Opening the Trunk from Outside the Vehicle111
- Luggage Security System112
- When Closing the Trunk112
- Function to Prevent the Trunk Being Locked with the Electronic Key Inside113
- If the Smart Access System with Push-Button Start or the Wireless Remote Control Does Not Operate Properly113
- Internal Trunk Release Lever113
- Trunk Light113
- Using the Trunk115
- Effective Range (Areas Within Which the Electronic Key Is Detected)116
- Smart Access System with Push-Button Start116
  - Battery-Saving Function117
  - Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function117
  - Conditions Affecting Operation118
  - Note for the Entry Function119
  - If the Smart Access System with Push-Button Start Does Not Operate Properly120
  - If the Smart Access System with Push-Button Start Has Been Deactivated in a Customized Setting120
  - To Operate the System Properly120
  - When the Vehicle Is Not Driven for Extended Periods120
  - Certification for the Smart Access System with Push-Button Start121
  - Caution Regarding Interference with Electronic Devices122
  - Adjustment Procedure123
- Front Seats123
  - Power Easy Access System (if Equipped)123
  - When Adjusting the Seat123
  - Folding down the Rear Seatbacks124
- Rear Seats124
  - After Returning the Rear Seatback to the Upright Position125
  - When Folding the Rear Seatbacks down125
- Driving Position Memory126
  - Operation of the Power Easy Access System126
  - Power Easy Access System126
  - Recall Procedure127
  - Recording Procedure127
  - In Order to Correctly Use the Driving Position Memory Function128
  - Operating the Driving Position Memory after Turning the Engine Switch off128
  - Seat Positions that Can be Memorized128
  - To Stop the Position Recall Operation Part-Way through128
  - Memory Recall Function129
  - Registering Procedure129
  - Cancelation Procedure130
  - Recalling the Driving Position Using the Memory Recall Function130
  - Seat Adjustment Caution130
- Head Restraints131
  - Horizontal Adjustment (if Equipped)131
  - Vertical Adjustment131
  - Installing the Head Restraints132
  - Removing the Head Restraints132
  - Adjusting the Height of the Head Restraints133
  - Adjusting the Rear Seat Head Restraint133
  - Head Restraint Precautions133
  - Manual Type134
- Steering Wheel134
Adjusting the Steering Wheel and Mirrors134
- Automatic Adjustment of the Steering Position (if Equipped)135
- Horn135
- Make Sure that the Steering Wheel Is Securely Locked135
- The Steering Wheel Can be Adjusted When (Power Type)135
- Adjusting the Height of Rear View Mirror136
- Anti-Glare Function136
- Inside Rear View Mirror136
  - To Prevent Sensor Error137
  - Folding the Mirrors138
- Outside Rear View Mirrors138
- Power Windows141
- Window Lock Switch141
Opening, Closing the Windows and Moon Roof141
- If the Power Window Does Not Operate Normally142
- Jam Protection Function142
- Operating the Power Windows after Turning the Engine off142
- The Power Windows Can be Operated When142
- Closing the Windows143
- Moon Roof144
- 4 Driving149
Before Driving150
- Driving the Vehicle150
- When Parking the Vehicle157
Driving Procedures164
- Changing Engine Switch Modes165
- When Stopping the Engine with the Shift Lever in a Position Other than P165
- Auto Power off Function166
- If the Engine Does Not Start166
- Steering Lock Motor Overheating Prevention166
- When the Steering Lock Cannot be Released166
- Caution While Driving167
- Operation of the Engine Switch167
- Stopping the Engine in an Emergency167
- When Starting the Engine167
- Symptoms Indicating a Malfunction with the Engine Switch168
- To Prevent Battery Discharge168
- Automatic Transmission169
- Turn Signal Lever175
- Parking Brake177
- Headlight Switch178
Operating the Lights and Wipers178
- Automatic Light off System179
- Daytime Running Light System179
- Headlight Control Sensor179
- Turning on the High Beam Headlights179
- Light Reminder Buzzer180
- Activating the Automatic High Beam System181
- High Beam Automatic Turning on or off Conditions182
- Switching to High Beam182
- Switching to Low Beam182
- Turning the High Beam On/Off Manually182
- Camera Sensor Detection Information183
- The Automatic High Beam Can be Operated When183
- Limitations of the Automatic High Beam184
- Temporarily Lowering Sensor Sensitivity184
- Notes When Using the Automatic High Beam System185
- Fog Light Switch186
- Operating the Wiper Lever187
- Windshield Wipers and Washer187
  - Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers189
  - Switching between the Intermittent Windshield Wipers and Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers (Vehicles with Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers)190
  - Operation of the Intermittent Windshield Wipers with Interval Adjuster191
  - Dripping Prevention Wiper Sweep192
  - Effects of Vehicle Speed on Wiper Operation (Vehicles with Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers)192
  - The Windshield Wiper and Washer Can be Operated When192
  - Caution Regarding the Use of Windshield Wipers in Auto Mode193
  - If no Windshield Washer Fluid Sprays193
  - Raindrop Sensor (Vehicles with Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers)193
  - When the Windshield Wipers Are in Temporary Operation (Vehicles with Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers)193
  - Before Refueling the Vehicle194
  - Fuel Tank Opening for Unleaded Gasoline194
- Opening the Fuel Tank Cap194
  - When Refueling the Vehicle194
  - Refueling195
  - Closing the Fuel Tank Cap197
  - Fuel Filler Door Lock Condition197
  - When Replacing the Fuel Tank Cap197
- Cruise Control198
  - Setting the Vehicle Speed198
  - Summary of Functions198
Using the Driving Support Systems198
- Adjusting the Set Speed199
- Canceling and Resuming the Constant Speed Control199
- Accelerating after Setting the Vehicle Speed200
- Automatic Cruise Control Cancelation200
- Cruise Control Can be Set When200
- If the Warning Message for the Cruise Control Is Shown on the Multi-Information Display200
- Situations Unsuitable for Cruise Control201
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control202
- Lexus Parking Assist Monitor230
- Driving Mode Select Switch246
- Driving Assist Systems249
- Winter Driving Tips270
- 5 Lexus Display Audio System276
  - To Avoid Operating the Cruise Control by Mistake201
Basic Operations276
- “Menu” Screen277
- Basic Screen Operation278
- Lexus Display Audio Controller278
- Using the Lexus Display Audio Controller278
- Input Field Mode279
- Input Mode279
- Inputting Letters and Numbers279
- To Avoid Damaging the Audio System280
- To Prevent Lexus Display Audio Controller Malfunction280
- Using Cellular Phones280
- When Using the Screen280
- Operating the Audio System Using the Steering Wheel Switches281
- Steering Wheel Audio Switches281
- To Reduce the Risk of an Accident281
- Mobile Assistant282
- Setup Menu286
- Voice Settings290
- Selecting the Audio Source292
- Using the Steering Wheel Switches to Change Audio Sources292
Using the Audio System292
- Optimal Use of the Audio System293
- Audio Settings294
- Audio Menu Screen Operation297
- Radio Operation300
Using the Radio300
- Display the Text Message301
- Selecting a Channel (XM Satellite Radio)301
- Selecting an HD Radio Channel301
- Setting Presets301
- HD Radio Technology Troubleshooting Guide302
- Reception Sensitivity303
- XM Radio Services—Descriptions303
- XM Radio Services—Legal Disclaimers and Warnings304
- XM Radio Services—Subscription Instructions304
- If the Satellite Radio Does Not Operate Normally305
- CD Player Operation306
- Listening to an Ipod312
  - Selecting a Play Mode312
  - Selecting a Song312
Using an External Device312
- Ipod Cover Art313
- Ipod Functions313
- Ipod Problems313
- Compatible Models314
- If the Console Box Lid Cannot be Fully Closed314
- To Prevent Damage to the Ipod or Its Terminals314
- Displaying the Now Playing List315
- Listening USB Memory Device315
- Using the aux Port319
  - When Using a Portable Player Connected to the Power Outlet319
  - Device Registration/Connection Flow320
Connecting Bluetooth320
- Steps for Using Bluetooth ® Devices320
- Connecting a Bluetooth ® Phone325
  - Bluetooth Device Registration Status326
  - Restoring the Default Settings326
- Displaying a Bluetooth ® Device Details326
- How to Check and Change Detailed Bluetooth Settings327
- Detailed Bluetooth ® Settings327
- Status Display328
- Listening to Bluetooth ® Audio328
  - Bluetooth Audio Top Screen329
  - Phone Top Screen330
- Using a Bluetooth ® Phone330
- Making a Call332
- Receiving a Call335
- Speaking on the Phone336
- Using a Bluetooth ® Phone Message338
- Bluetooth Phone Settings341
Phonebook343
- Registering Favorites344
- Transferring a Phone Number344
- Deleting the Contacts Data345
- Phonebook Data345
- Removing Favorites345
- When Transferring Contacts345
- Messaging Setting346
- Troubleshooting347
- What to Do if347
- Information" Screen356
- Traffic Information Map356
Other Function356
- Certification for U.S. Owners357
- Connecting a USB Memory Device358
- Menu Screen358
- Selecting a Folder and a File358
- USB Photo Screen358
- How to Check the Weather Information360
- Using the Voice Command System361
- When Using the Microphone361
- Casual Speech Recognization362
- When Searching for a Track362
- Basic363
- Command List363
- Expression Examples for each Function363
- Audio364
- Info364
- Lexus Enform Remote365
- 6 Interior Features367
Using the Air Conditioning System368
- Air Conditioning Control Screen369
- Change the Airflow Mode369
- Fan Speed Setting369
- With a Lexus Display Audio369
- Option Control Screen370
- With a Navigation System370
- Adjusting the Temperature for Driver and Passenger Seats Separately371
- Automatic Mode Indicator371
- Micro Dust and Pollen Filter371
- Other Functions371
- Using Automatic Mode371
- Defogging the Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirrors372
- Defogging the Windshield372
- Windshield Wiper De-Icer (if Equipped)372
- Adjusting the Position of and Opening and Closing the Air Outlets373
- Location of Air Outlets373
- Registering Air Conditioning Settings to Electronic Keys (Vehicles with Driving Position Memory)373
- Fogging up of the Windows374
- Outside/Recirculated Air Mode374
- When the Outside Temperature Exceeds 75 F (24 C) and the Air Conditioning System Is on374
- To Prevent Burns375
- To Prevent the Windshield from Fogging up375
- Ventilation and Air Conditioning Odors375
- When the Outside Temperature Falls to Nearly 32 F (0 C)375
- Heated Steering Wheel376
- Heated Steering Wheel/Seat Heaters/Seat Ventilators376
- Seat Heater Timer Control377
- Seat Ventilators377
- The Seat Heaters Can be Used When377
- Interior Lights List378
  - Using the Interior Lights378
  - Interior Lights379
  - Personal Lights379
  - List of Storage Features381
  - Trunk Features385
Using the Other Interior Features387
- Using the Other Interior387
Maintenance and Care Cleaning and Protecting405
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Exterior406
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Interior409
Maintenance Requirements412
- Scheduled Maintenance412
- Allow Inspection and Repairs to be Performed by a Lexus Dealer413
- Repair and Replacement413
- Resetting the Message Indicating Maintenance Is Required (for Vehicle Sold in U.S.A. and Is200T for Canada)413
- Handling of the Battery414
- If Your Vehicle Is Not Properly Maintained414
- General Maintenance415
- Emission Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs418
- Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions419
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance419
- If You Remove the Air Cleaner Filter420
- Hood421
  - Pre-Driving Check421
  - Front422
- Positioning a Floor Jack422
- Rear422
- Engine Compartment423
- Tire Inflation Pressure443
- Air Conditioning Filter448
- Electronic Key Battery450
- Checking and Replacing Fuses452
- Light Bulbs455
- 8 When Trouble Arises465
Essential Information465
- Emergency Flashers466
- If Your Vehicle Has to be Stopped in an Emergency467
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed468
- Situations When It Is Necessary to Contact Dealers before Towing468
Steps to Take in an Emergency468
- Towing with a Sling-Type Truck469
- Towing with a Wheel-Lift Type Truck469
- Emergency Towing470
- Using a Flatbed Truck470
- Emergency Towing Procedure471
- Wheel Nut Wrench472
- When Towing the Vehicle472
- While Towing472
- Installing Towing Eyelet to the Vehicle473
- To Prevent Damage to the Vehicle During Emergency Towing473
- Audible Symptoms474
- If You Think Something Is Wrong474
  - Operational Symptoms474
  - Visible Symptoms474
  - Before Starting the Engine475
- Fuel Pump Shut off System475
- If a Warning Light Turns on or a Warning Buzzer Sounds476
  - Warning Light and Warning Buzzer List476
  - Electric Power Steering System Warning Light (Warning Buzzer)479
  - Front Passenger Detection Sensor, Seat Belt Reminder and Warning Buzzer479
  - If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes on While Driving479
  - SRS Warning Light479
  - If a Blowout or Sudden Air Leakage Should Occur480
  - If both the ABS and the Brake System Warning Lights Remain on480
  - If the Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on480
  - When the Electric Power Steering System Warning Light Comes on480
  - Maintenance of the Tires481
  - To Ensure the Tire Pressure Warning System Operates Properly481
- If a Warning Message Is Displayed482
  - Warning Message and Warning Buzzer List483
  - Resetting the Message Indicating Maintenance Is Required (U.S.A. Only)491
  - The LDA (Lane Departure Alert) Lane Departure Warning Function (if Equipped)491
  - Warning Message in Radar Cruise Mode (if Equipped)491
  - Before Jacking up the Vehicle496
- If You Have a Flat Tire496
  - Location of the Spare Tire, Jack and Tools497
  - Using the Tire Jack498
  - Taking out the Jack and Jack Handle499
  - Taking out the Spare Tire500
  - When Storing the Spare Tire500
  - Replacing a Flat Tire501
  - Failure to Follow These Precautions Could Cause the Wheel Nuts to Loosen and the Tire to Fall Off, Resulting in Death or Serious Injury502
  - Installing the Spare Tire503
  - If You Have a Flat Rear Tire on a Road Covered with Snow or Ice (Vehicles with Front and Rear Tires of the same Size)504
  - The Compact Spare Tire504
  - When the Compact Spare Tire Is Equipped504
  - When Using the Compact Spare Tire504
  - After Using the Tools and Jack505
  - Driving with Tire Chains and the Compact Spare Tire505
  - Speed Limit When Using the Compact Spare Tire505
  - When the Compact Spare Tire Is Attached505
- If the Engine will Not Start506
  - The Engine will Not Start Even Though the Starter Motor Operates Normally506
  - The Starter Motor Does Not Turn over506
  - The Starter Motor Turns over Slowly, the Interior Lights and Headlights Are DIM, or the Horn Does Not Sound or Sounds at a Low Volume506
  - Emergency Start Function507
  - The Starter Motor Does Not Turn Over, the Interior Lights and Headlights Do Not Turn On, or the Horn Does Not Sound507
- If the Shift Lever Cannot be Shifted from P508
- If the Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly509
  - Locking and Unlocking the Doors, Unlocking the Trunk and Key Linked Functions509
  - Replacing the Key Battery511
  - When the Electronic Key Does Not Work Properly511
  - When Using the Mechanical Key and Operating the Power Windows or Moon Roof511
- If the Vehicle Battery Is Discharged512
  - Charging the Battery514
  - Starting the Engine When the Battery Is Discharged514
  - When Recharging or Replacing the Battery514
  - Avoiding Battery Fires or Explosions515
  - Battery Precautions515
  - When Handling Jumper Cables515
  - Correction Procedures516
- If Your Vehicle Overheats516
  - To Prevent Damage to the Cooling System519
  - When Adding Engine Coolant519
  - When Inspecting under the Hood of Your Vehicle519
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck520
  - When It Is Difficult to Free the Vehicle520
  - To Avoid Damaging the Transmission and Other Components521
  - When Attempting to Free a Stuck Vehicle521
- 9 Vehicle Specifications523
  - To Prevent Damage to the Vehicle When Towing Using a Wheel-Lift Type Truck473
  - To Prevent Damage to the Vehicle When Towing with a Sling-Type Truck473
Specifications Maintenance Data523
- Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)524
- Fuel Information537
- Tire Information540
Customization552
- Customizable Features552
- Items to Initialize561
Initialization561
10 For Owners563
Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners564
Seat Belt Instructions for Canadian Owners (in French)565
SRS Airbag Instructions for Canadian Owners (in French)566
- (Troubleshooting)575
- Index575
What to Do if575
- The Doors Cannot be Locked, Unlocked, Opened or Closed576
- When a Problem Has Occurred579
Alphabetical Index580
- Gas Station Information600

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