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Maintenance and care

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4-1. Maintenance and care........ 248

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior................ 248

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior................ 250

4-2. Maintenance.......................... 253

Maintenance

requirements............................ 253

General maintenance............. 255
Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)
programs .................................. 258

4-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance......................... 259

Do-it-yourself service

precautions............................... 259

Hood............................................... 262
Positioning the jack................... 263
Engine compartment............... 265
Tires................................................. 279
Tire inflation pressure............... 289
Wheels........................................... 293

Air conditioning filter .............. 295
Electronic key battery.............. 297
Checking and replacing

fuses............................................. 299

Headlight aim .............................. 313
Light bulbs..................................... 314

Summary of Contents for IS250 2006

Page 1: ...atures for a comfortable driving experience 4 Maintenance andcare Cleaning and protecting your vehicle performing do it your self maintenance and maintenance information 5 Whentrouble arises What to d...

Page 2: ...rrors 43 1 4 Openingandclosingthe windows andmoonroof 45 Power windows 45 Moon roof 48 1 5 Refueling 51 Opening the fuel tank cap 51 1 6 Anti theft system 54 Engine immobilizer system 54 Alarm 56 Thef...

Page 3: ...ansmission 162 Dinghy towing vehicles with a manual transmission 163 3 1 Using theairconditioning systemanddefogger 166 Automatic air conditioning system 166 Rear window and outside rear view mirror d...

Page 4: ...ehicle exterior 248 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior 250 4 2 Maintenance 253 Maintenance requirements 253 General maintenance 255 Emission inspection and maintenance I M programs 258 4 3 D...

Page 5: ...from P 361 If you lose your keys 362 When the electronic key battery is discharged 363 If the vehicle battery is discharged 366 If your vehicle overheats 369 If the vehicle becomes stuck 371 6 1 Speci...

Page 6: ...ictorial index Exterior Turn signal lights P 103 Fog lights P 121 Side marker lights P 118 Headlights low and high beam P 118 Hood P 262 Parking lights P 118 Windshield wipers P 122 Moon roof P 48 Out...

Page 7: ...eplacement Inflation pressure Information P 279 P 352 P 383 P 392 If equipped Tail lights P 118 Side marker lights P 118 Trunk P 23 Rear window defogger P 174 Doors P 19 Fuel filler door P 51 Turn sig...

Page 8: ...ger airbag P 61 Knee airbags P 61 Driver airbag P 61 Floor mat P 233 Bottle holders door pockets P 213 Head restraints P 33 Front seats P 26 Cup holders P 212 SRS side airbags P 61 Console box P 210 P...

Page 9: ...itches P 237 Anti glare inside rear view mirror P 42 Personal lights P 207 Moon roof switch P 48 Interior lights P 207 Vanity mirrors P 216 Personal lights P 207 Interior lights P 207 Sun visors P 215...

Page 10: ...ing position memory switches Seat position memory switches P 28 P 31 Door lock switch P 19 Outside rear view mirror switches P 43 Window lock switch P 45 Power window switches P 45 Pictorial index Int...

Page 11: ...witches P 224 P 226 Automatic transmission shift lever P 97 Shift lock override button P 361 Cigarette lighter Ashtrays P 222 P 221 Manual transmission shift lever P 101 Parking brake lever P 104 Ciga...

Page 12: ...meters P 105 Multi information display P 114 Windshield wipers and washer switch P 122 Engine switch P 94 Trunk opener main switch P 23 Glove box P 209 Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever...

Page 13: ...nd out side rear view mirror defoggers P 174 Security indicator P 54 56 Emergency flashers Clock P 217 Audio system 1 Securityindicator P 54 56 Emergency flashers Air conditioning system 1 Withnavigat...

Page 14: ...witch 1 Cruise control switch P 126 129 Distance switch P 129 DISP switch P 115 Speech command switch 1 DISP switch P 115 Distance switch P 129 Cruise control switch P 126 129 Automatictransmission Ma...

Page 15: ...switch P 229 Trunk opener P 23 Fuel filler door opener P 51 Headlight cleaner switch P 125 Satellite switches P 218 Instrument panel light control dial P 106 If equipped 1 Refer to Navigation System...

Page 16: ...a does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance repair or replacement or for any damage they may cause to or adverse effect they may have on your Lexus vehicle This vehi...

Page 17: ...nt that will hurt or kill you your occupants or others Defensive driving Always drive defensively Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents Drive...

Page 18: ...e risk of injury to yourself and others NOTICE This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored You are informed about what you must...

Page 19: ...belts 34 Steering wheel manually adjustable type 40 Steering wheel power adjustable type 41 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 42 Outside rear view mirrors 43 1 4 Openingandclosingthe windowsandmoonr...

Page 20: ...number plate When requiredtoleaveakeytothevehiclewith aparking attendant Turn the trunk opener main switch OFF and lock the glove box as circumstances demand P 23 209 Remove the mechanical key for you...

Page 21: ...damage Do not subject the keys to strong shocks expose them to high temperatures by placing them in direct sunlight or get them wet Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any ma...

Page 22: ...ystem with push button start The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the elec tronic keyon your person forexampleinyourpocket Thedrivershould alwayscarrytheelectronickey Locks and...

Page 23: ...kingthedoors frontdoorhandlesonly Press the lock button to lock the door Grip the handle to unlock the door Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle The door cannot be unlocked for 3 se...

Page 24: ...6 1 2 Opening closing and locking the doors and trunk Antennalocationandeffectiverange Antennalocation Antennas outside cabin Antennas inside cabin Antenna inside trunk Antenna outside trunk...

Page 25: ...electronic key is within about 70 cm 2 3 ft of either of the outside front door handles Only the doors detecting the key can be operated When unlocking the trunk The system can be operated when the e...

Page 26: ...nerates strong radio waves When carrying a portable radio cellular phone or other wireless communica tion device When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity When the electronic key has come into...

Page 27: ...eeks or more When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft 1 m of the vehicle for 10 minutes or more The system will resume operation when The vehicle is locked using the door handle...

Page 28: ...erious deterioration do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft 1 m of the following electrical appliances TVs Personal computers Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones Table lamps Tooperateth...

Page 29: ...ven if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle it may be possible to start the engine if the electronic key is near the window The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door...

Page 30: ...ors using the entry function while the electronic key is still inside the passenger compartment Retrieve the electronic key from the passenger compartment and lock the doors again Tried to exit the ve...

Page 31: ...onstart For vehicles sold in the U S A NOTE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference an...

Page 32: ...r television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or reloca...

Page 33: ...eration of such devices Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers and implanted cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for information about...

Page 34: ...n unlocked Windows and moon roof A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows and moon roof are operating Doorlockbuzzer If a door is not fully closed a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to loc...

Page 35: ...tion This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful inter ference to radio communications Howe...

Page 36: ...unk For vehicles sold in Canada NOTE Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interfer enc...

Page 37: ...the position of the electronic key the key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function wireless remotecontrolor door lock s...

Page 38: ...ns can be set or cancelled Vehicles with an automatic transmission only Function Operation Shift position linked door locking function Shifting the shift lever out of P locks all doors Shift position...

Page 39: ...d hold the driver s door lock switch or for 5 seconds and then release The shift lever and switch positions corresponding to the desired func tion to be set or canceled are shown as follows When the s...

Page 40: ...with the mechanical key P 363 Customization Settings e g unlocking function using a key can be changed P 400 CAUTION Toprevent an accident Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle F...

Page 41: ...switch in the glove box OFF to disable the trunk opener ON OFF The trunk lid cannot be opened even with the wireless remote con trol or the entry function The trunk can be opened using the trunk opene...

Page 42: ...Trunk handle Internal trunkreleaselever Usingthemechanical key The trunk can be also opened using the mechanical key P 363 ON OFF Use the trunk handle when closing the trunk The trunk lid can be opene...

Page 43: ...ot only keeps personal belongings from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle Whenchildren areinthe vehicle Never leave children unattended in the vehicle as they m...

Page 44: ...26 1 3 Adjustable components Front seats Manual seat Seat position lever Seatback angle lever Vertical height adjustment lever Seat cushion front angle knob...

Page 45: ...belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident Ma...

Page 46: ...ferentdriving positionscan beenteredintomemory Enteringapositiontomemory Vehicles with an automatic transmission Check that the shift lever is set in P Vehicles with a manual transmission Check that t...

Page 47: ...r button on the wireless remote control until the signal beeps The driving position is recalled when the driver s door is unlocked using the entry function or wireless remote control and the driver s...

Page 48: ...30 seconds after the driver s door is opened even after turning the engine switch OFF Tocancel seatpositionrecall Perform any of the following operations Push the SET button Push button 1 2 or 3 Adjus...

Page 49: ...l transmission Check that the parking brake is set Switch to IG ON mode Adjust the front passenger seat to the desired position While pushing the SET button push button 1 2 or 3 until the signal beeps...

Page 50: ...ne switch OFF Tocancel seatpositionrecall Perform any of the following operations Push the SET button Push button 1 2 or 3 Adjust the seat position using the switches Ifthebatteryisdisconnected The me...

Page 51: ...intprecautions Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times Do...

Page 52: ...but does not come into contact with the neck or slide off the shoulder Position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips Adjust the position of the seatback Sit up straight and well back in the...

Page 53: ...siderearseats The pretensioner helps the seat belt to quickly restrain the occu pant by retracting the seat belt when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal colli sion The pretens...

Page 54: ...around fully Automaticlockingretractor ALR When a passenger s shoulder belt is completely extended and then retracted even slightly the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended This fea...

Page 55: ...n the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle s seat belt follow the instructions on P 34 regarding seat belt usage Replacingthebeltafterthepretensioner hasbeenactivated The seat belts...

Page 56: ...oulder belt under your arm Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips Seatbeltdamageandwear Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt plate or buckle to be jammed in the door Ins...

Page 57: ...ly hold the child restraint system increasing the risk of death or injury in the event of a collision The personalized extender may not be safe on another vehicle when used by another person or at a d...

Page 58: ...ing in death or serious injury Afteradjustingthesteeringwheel Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked Otherwise the steering wheel may move suddenly possibly causing an accident Thesteeri...

Page 59: ...ry and exit Switching to ACC or IG ON mode will return the steering wheel to the original position The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position while the engineswitch isinACCorIG ONmod...

Page 60: ...t resulting in death or serious injury In AUTO mode sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles behindandautomatically reducesthe reflectedlight Turns AUTO mode ON OFF The indicator comes on...

Page 61: ...entofthe mirrorangle vehicleswithdriving positionmemory A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and adjusted with the touch of a button P 28 Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch...

Page 62: ...r view mirror is set to AUTO mode the outside rear view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti glare inside rear view mirror to reduce reflected light P 42 CAUTION Whendrivingthevehicle Ob...

Page 63: ...k pas senger window switches Use this switch to prevent children from accidentally opening or clos ing a passenger window The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches Closin...

Page 64: ...y cannot however be operated once either front door is opened Jam protectionfunction If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame window travel is stopped and the window is open...

Page 65: ...f their body in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated Do not allow children to operate the power windows Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury and in...

Page 66: ...he moon roof can be opened in 7 steps by changing the posi tion of the switch One touchopenandclose Open to step 6 While the moon roof is opening pushing the switch will stop the moon roof operation p...

Page 67: ...ated once either front door is opened Jam protectionfunction If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing or tilting down travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slight...

Page 68: ...Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their bodies in a position where they could be caught when the moon roof is being...

Page 69: ...n the fueltankcap Beforerefuelingthevehicle Turn the engine switch OFF and ensure that all the doors and win dows are closed Openingthefueltankcap Open the fuel filler door Turn the fuel tank cap slow...

Page 70: ...osite direction Fueltypes Use unleaded gasoline 91 Octane rating Research Octane Number 96 or higher Fueltankcapacity Approximately 17 2 gal 65 L 14 3 Imp gal When thefuel fillerdooropener isinoperabl...

Page 71: ...has not discharged static electricity from their bodies to come close to an open fuel tank Do not inhale vaporized fuel Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled Do not smoke while refueli...

Page 72: ...ons 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation For vehicles sold in Canada Opera...

Page 73: ...the party responsible for com pliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTICE Toprevent damageto thekey Do not modify remove or disable the engine immobilizer system If any una...

Page 74: ...ering of the alarm check that there is no one in the vehi cle and that all windows and moon roof are closed before locking the vehicle The alarm is triggered if forcible entry is detected horn head li...

Page 75: ...cted Whenthebatteryis disconnected Be sure to cancel the alarm system If the battery is discharged before canceling the alarm the system may be triggered when the battery is reconnected Panic mode Whe...

Page 76: ...heft system Theft prevention labels U S A These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles Do not remove under pe...

Page 77: ...n the seat P 26 Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached and easily depressed to the extent required P 26 Adjust the seatback so that the controls are ea...

Page 78: ...enger Do not place anything under the front seats Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stop the seat from locking in place This may lead to an accident The adj...

Page 79: ...etheriskofdeathorserious injury Front airbags Driver airbag front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passen ger from impact with interior components Knee airb...

Page 80: ...al or side impacts the SRS airbag system triggers the airbag inflators A chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occu pants K...

Page 81: ...gconditions frontairbags The SRS front airbags will deploy if the severity of the frontal impact is above the designed threshold level comparable to an approximate 15 mph 25 km h col lision when the v...

Page 82: ...The SRS front airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision if it rolls over or if it is involved in a low speed frontal colli sion But whenever...

Page 83: ...llision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment The SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags are not generally designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a front...

Page 84: ...portion of the doors is damaged or deformed or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags to inflate The pad section of...

Page 85: ...s measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone If you sit less than 10 in 250 mm away now you can change your driving position in several ways Move your seat to the rear as far as...

Page 86: ...roperly secured using a child restraint system Lexus strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained The rear seats are the safest...

Page 87: ...ront passenger airbag unit or sit on the knees of a front passenger while the vehicle is moving Do not drive the vehicle while the driver or passenger have items resting on their knees Do not lean aga...

Page 88: ...allow fresh air in or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do so Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored such as the steering wh...

Page 89: ...removal disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags Repairs modifications removal or replacement of the steering wheel instrument panel dashboard seats or seat upholstery front side and rear pillars or...

Page 90: ...the instructions provided with the child restraint system General installation instructions are provided in this manual P 75 Typesofchildrestraints Child restraint systems are classified into the fol...

Page 91: ...int system properly secured on the seat Do not store the restraint loosely on a passenger seat or in the trunk Selectingan appropriate childrestraint system Get an appropriate child restraint system f...

Page 92: ...passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherwise the child may be ki...

Page 93: ...t lower anchor belt Attach the top strap when installing a child restraint Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mecha nism ALR ELR belts except driver s seat belt P 34 Child restraint lo...

Page 94: ...d seat on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle Run the seat belt through the infant seat and insert the plate into the buckle Make sure that the belt is not twisted Fully extend the shoulder b...

Page 95: ...in the belt pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended Forwardfacing Convertiblechildseat Place the child seat on the seat facing the front of the vehicle Run the seat belt through the child se...

Page 96: ...check that it cannot be extended Boosterseat Place the child seat on the seat facing the front of the vehicle Sit the child in the child seat Fit the seat belt to the child seat accord ing to the man...

Page 97: ...nstallationwithchildrestraintloweranchorages Flip the cover Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the anchorages If the child restraint has a top strap the top strap should be latched onto the anch...

Page 98: ...latched onto the anchorages For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint sys tem indicates the presence of a lower connector system Childrestraintsystemswithatopstrap Secure the child restrai...

Page 99: ...MVSS210 2 Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications can be used This vehicle is designed to confirm to the SAE J1819 CAUTION Wheninstallingaboosterseat Do not fully ext...

Page 100: ...ay result in death or serious injury in the event of an accident or sudden braking Ensure that the belt and tab are securely locked and the seat belt is not twisted Push and pull the child seat in dif...

Page 101: ...serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of a collision Tocorrectly attacha child restraintsystemtotheanchorages When using the lower anchorages be sure that there are no foreign o...

Page 102: ...84 1 7 Safetyinformation...

Page 103: ...hieldwipers118 Headlight switch 118 Fog light switch 121 Windshield wipers and washer 122 Headlight cleaner switch 125 2 4 Usingother driving systems 126 Cruise control 126 Dynamic radar cruise contro...

Page 104: ...P 101 Release the parking brake P 104 Gradually release the clutch pedal At the same time gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle Stopping Automatic transmission With the shift...

Page 105: ...brake Parkingthevehicle Automatic transmission With the shift lever in D push the brake pedal Set the parking brake P 104 Shift the shift lever to P P 97 Press the engine switch and stop the engine L...

Page 106: ...s performed It does not indicate a malfunction CAUTION When startingthevehicle With automatic transmission vehicles always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running This...

Page 107: ...running Use engine braking downshift to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effec tiveness P 98 When stopped o...

Page 108: ...haust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior With automatic transmission vehicles always keep a foot on the brake pedal while the engine is running to prevent an accident caused by the vehicle moving...

Page 109: ...d the vehicle If the power brake assist function does not operate do not follow other vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking In this case braking is still possible bu...

Page 110: ...ld the vehicle on a hill With manual transmission vehicles do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill grade Whenparkingthevehicle With automatic transmission vehicles always...

Page 111: ...than conventional brake discs Therefore when replacing the brake pads Lexus recommends that you also have the thickness of the discs measured It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits...

Page 112: ...o system can be used IG ON mode All electrical components can be used Startingtheengine Automatic transmission Check that the parking brake is set Check that the shift lever is set in P Sit in the dri...

Page 113: ...hour or more Electronickeybatterydepletion P 10 Whentheelectronickeybatteryis discharged P 297 Conditions affecting operation P 8 Notefor theentryfunction P 11 CAUTION Whenstartingtheengine Always st...

Page 114: ...scharge Do not leave the engine switch in ACC or IG ON mode for long periods without the engine running When startingtheengine Do not race a cold engine If the engine becomes difficult to start or sta...

Page 115: ...es 2 When driving Automatic Transmission if equipped Select ashiftpositionappropriate for thedriving conditions Shiftingtheshiftlever While the engine switch is in IG ON mode depress the brake pedal a...

Page 116: ...revents unnecessary upshifting Selectingadrivingmode The following patterns can be selected to suit current driving and operating conditions Power mode For powerful acceleration and driving in mountai...

Page 117: ...tions A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift range Shift range Function 6 Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 6 according to vehicle speed and drivi...

Page 118: ...when downshifting to 5 or 4 P 126 129 SNOWmodeautomaticdeactivation SNOW mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned to ACC or IG ON mode after driving in SNOW mode Iftheshiftlev...

Page 119: ...and driving on slippery road surfaces such as on snow Push the switch once more to return to normal mode Shiftingtheshiftlever Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever and then...

Page 120: ...fuel economy mph km h Maximum downshiftingspeed Adhere to the downshifting speeds in the following table in order to prevent over revving the engine mph km h Shifting operation Recommended speed 1 2...

Page 121: ...erthanusual Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out Left turn Right turn Move and hold the lever part way to signal a lane change The left hand signal will f...

Page 122: ...g performance and increase brake wear Automatic transmission Sets the parking brake Depressing the pedal again releases the parking brake Fully depress the parking brake pedal with your left foot whil...

Page 123: ...gine switch is in IG ON mode Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed Multi information display P 114 Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute Tacho indicator When the set engine s...

Page 124: ...rs A and B can be used to record and display different dis tances independently Speed indicator When the set speed is reached while driving this ring shaped indicator comes on in yellow The indicator...

Page 125: ...e yellow speed indicator ring comes on The setting can be made only when the engine switch is in IG ON mode and the vehicle is stopped Push the or switch to select the speed indicator set mode Turn th...

Page 126: ...witch is not oper ated for some time the multi infor mation display returns to its previously displayed content The yellow indicator is displayed to indicate that the desired speed has been set Tachoi...

Page 127: ...e The tachometer needle moves to the previously engine speed Push the or switch within 6 seconds of the tachometer needle moving to set the desired engine speed then set the indicator mode in ON by pu...

Page 128: ...icatordisplay conditions and engine speedsettingrange Engine rpm setting range Approximately 2000 to 6500 rpm r min When the maximum rpms is selected the tacho indicator comes on only in red NOTICE To...

Page 129: ...he indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center panel informthedriver of the statusofthe vehicle s various systems Instrument cluster The units used on the speedometer and the tac...

Page 130: ...i cator P 118 vehicleswith a manual transmission ETCS SNOW indicator P 101 U S A Headlight indicator P 118 vehicleswith an automatic transmission ECT PWR indicator P 98 CANADA Tail light indicator P 1...

Page 131: ...cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs Warninglights Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehi cle s systems P 333 These lights turn on when the engine...

Page 132: ...uising related information Satellite switch mode display P 218 This switch is used to configure various function settings Lexus parking assist sensor dis play if equipped Automatically displayed when...

Page 133: ...be switched by pushing the DISP switch Type A Type B Outsidetemperature Displays the outside air temperature The temperature range that can be displayed is from 40 F 40 C to 122 F 50 C When the temper...

Page 134: ...differ from that displayed Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset The function can be reset by pushing the DISP switch for longer than one second when the average fuel con...

Page 135: ...etween all 6 of the gears In this case the transmission has selected third gear Systemcheckdisplay After switching the engine switch to IG ON mode CHECK is displayed while sys tem operation is checked...

Page 136: ...Pull the lever toward you to turn on the high beams Release to turn them off You can flash the high beams with the head lights on or off Theheadlights canbe operatedmanually or automatically The side...

Page 137: ...ch P 218 The indicator turns on when the AFS is deactivated Daytimerunning lightsystem To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers the headlights turn on automati cally at a reduced intensity w...

Page 138: ...ned To turn the lights on again switch to IG ON mode or turn the light switch OFF once and then back to the or position Automaticheadlightlevelingsystem vehicleswithdischargeheadlights The level of th...

Page 139: ...ipers 2 When driving Fog light switch The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions such as in rain orfog Theycanbe turnedononlywhen the headlightsareonlowbeam To turn the front fo...

Page 140: ...d Intermittent windshield wiper interval adjustment increase Intermittent windshield wiper interval adjustment decrease Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation Hig...

Page 141: ...only when the vehicle is stationary However the mode cannot be switched when the adjustment dial for the intermit tent wiper interval is set to the lowest setting Rain sensingwindshieldwipers ifequipp...

Page 142: ...utionregarding theuseof windshieldwipers inAUTO mode The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode Take care that your...

Page 143: ...beoperated when When the engine switch is in IG ON mode and the headlight switch is turned ON NOTICE Whenthewasherfluid tankisempty Do not use this function when the washer fluid tank is empty This ma...

Page 144: ...e more to deactivate the cruise control Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed and press the lever down to set the cruise control speed Adjustingthespeedsetting Increase speed Decrease speed Ho...

Page 145: ...d is automatically cancelled in any of the following situations Actual vehicle speed falls more than 10 mph 16 km h below the preset vehicle speed At this time the memorized set speed is not retained...

Page 146: ...ontrol system Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer CAUTION Toavoid operatingthecruise control bymistake Keep the ON OFF button off when not in use Situationsunsuitableforcruisecontrol Do no...

Page 147: ...s in order tomaintainasetfollowing distancefrom vehiclesahead Selectcruisemode Selecting vehicle to vehicle dis tance control mode Turn the ON OFF button ON Push the button once more to deactivate Sel...

Page 148: ...esired speed setting is displayed In the constant speed control mode fine adjustment of the set speed approximately 1 0 mph 1 6 km h can be made by lightly pressing the lever up or down and releasing...

Page 149: ...itch changes the vehicle to vehicle distance Long Medium Short The vehicle to vehicle distance is automatically set to the long mode when the engine switch is switched to IG ON mode A mark will be dis...

Page 150: ...g the vehicle to vehicle distance switch Example of deceleration cruising when the vehicle ahead is driving slower than the set speed When fixed speed cruising is set at 62 mph 100 km h and the vehicl...

Page 151: ...e a system malfunction or to alert you to the need for caution while driving P 338 Thedynamicradarcruisecanbe setwhen The shift lever is in D or the 4 5 or 6 range of S Vehicle speed is between approx...

Page 152: ...distances shown correspond to a vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h Vehicle to vehicle distance increases decreases in accordance with vehicle speed Radar sensorandgrillecover Always keep the sensor and...

Page 153: ...hicles ahead by applying the brakes etc Toavoid inadvertentcruisecontrolactivation Keep the ON OFF button off when not in use FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party r...

Page 154: ...o expressways When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sensors from functioning correctly fog snow sandstorm etc Where buzzer can be heard often When theradarsensormaynotbe cor...

Page 155: ...the function ing of the sensor When your vehicle is pointing upwards caused by a heavy load in the trunk etc When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow When steering wheel operation or your po...

Page 156: ...el parking or maneuvering into a garage Always check the surrounding area when using thissystem For vehicles equipped with a navigation system refer to the separate Navi gation System Owner s Manual f...

Page 157: ...when the vehicle approaches within approxi mately 1 5 ft 50 cm of an obstacle 1 5 ft 50 cm to 1 1 ft 37 5 cm from the obstacle 1 1 ft 37 5 cm to 0 8 ft 25 cm from the obstacle Flashing Within 0 8 ft 2...

Page 158: ...35 cm from the obstacle Flashing Within 1 1 ft 35 cm of the obstacle Buzzeroperationanddistancetotheobstacle A buzzer sounds when the corner sensors and back sensor are oper ating The buzzer beeps fas...

Page 159: ...Detectionrangeofthesensors Approximately 1 5 ft 50 cm Approximately 4 5 ft 150 cm Approximately 1 5 ft 50 cm The diagram shows the detection range of the sensors Note that the sensors cannot detect o...

Page 160: ...ed with a sheet of spray or heavy rain The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna Towing eyelets are installed The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact The vehicle is approach...

Page 161: ...may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely and possi bly cause an accident Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph 10 km h Do not attach any accessories within the sensor ra...

Page 162: ...level of braking force after the brake pedal is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation VSC VehicleStabilityControl Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turn...

Page 163: ...start assist control sys tems have been engaged A buzzer intermittent sounds to indicate that VSC is operating The stop lights and high mounted stoplight turn on when the hill start assist control sy...

Page 164: ...ABS BA VSC TRAC and hill start assist control systems A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move This sound does not indicate...

Page 165: ...on the wet or slick road Stopping distance when the ABS is operating will exceed that of normal condi tions The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle s stopping distance Always main tain a safe d...

Page 166: ...ted to the recommended tire pressure level The ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on the vehicle Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when repla...

Page 167: ...or detects an unavoidablefrontalcollision Pre collisionseatbelts The seat belts are immediately retracted as the effect of the pretensioner is increased P 35 to provide even greater constraining force...

Page 168: ...is depressed Conditionsthatmaytriggerthesystemeven ifthere isnodangerofcollision When there is an object by the roadside at the entrance to a curve When passing an oncoming vehicle on a curve When dr...

Page 169: ...nding area to a strong impact If the sensor moves even slightly off position the system may malfunction If the sensor or surrounding area are subject to a strong impact always have the area inspected...

Page 170: ...able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load cap...

Page 171: ...oad capacity of 825 lb 375 kg the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as follows 825 lb 366 lb 459 lb 375 kg 166 kg 209 kg In this condition if 3 more passengers with the combi...

Page 172: ...turning thus impairing the driver s control of the vehicle In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants Secure all items in the occupant compartment as they may shift and injure some one durin...

Page 173: ...dent Vehicle load limits include total load capacity seating capacity towing capacityand cargo capacity Total load capacity 825 lb 375kg Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants carg...

Page 174: ...e winterpreparations Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera tures Engine oil Engine coolant Washer fluid Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of...

Page 175: ...snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may...

Page 176: ...hains Chain size is regulated for each tire sizes Side chain 0 12 in 3 mm in diameter Cross chain 0 16 in 4 mm in diameter Regulationsontheuseofsnow chains Regulations regarding the use of tire chains...

Page 177: ...trol and cause death or serious injury Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle Maintain the recommended level of air pressure Do not drive in excess of 75 mph 120 km h regardless of the type...

Page 178: ...obtain replacement snow tires from Lexus dealers or legiti mate tire retailers This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the tire air pressure sensor Fittingtir...

Page 179: ...s not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle Lexus also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier fo a wheelchair scooter bicycle etc Your Lexus is not...

Page 180: ...owing vehicles with an automatic transmission NOTICE Toavoid seriousdamageto yourvehicle Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed with 4 w...

Page 181: ...udio system and other powered devices have been turned OFF Release the parking brake After towing leave the engine in idle for at least 3 minutes before driv ing the vehicle Necessaryequipmentand acce...

Page 182: ...164 2 5 Driving information NOTICE Dinghy towingdirection Toprevent thesteeringfromlocking Ensure the engine switch is in ACC mode Do not tow the vehicle backwards Doing so may cause serious damage...

Page 183: ...s 203 3 3 Usingthe interior lights 205 Interior lights list 205 Interior lights and personal lights 207 3 4 Usingthe storage features 209 List of storage features 209 Glove box 209 Console boxes 210 O...

Page 184: ...Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tempera turesetting Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the Navigation System Owner s Manual Automatic mo...

Page 185: ...increase the temperature and to decrease the tempera ture on the switch Press increase or decrease on the switch to separately adjust the temperature for the passenger and driver sides dual mode Press...

Page 186: ...gingtheairoutlets Press The air outlets switch each time the button is pressed Air flows to the upper body Air flows to the upper body and feet Air flows to the feet Air flows to the feet and the fron...

Page 187: ...time the but ton is pressed IS350 Press The mode switches between recycles air inside the vehicle AUTO and introduces air from outside the vehicle modes each time the button is pressed When the syste...

Page 188: ...rculated air mode Pol len is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body To stop the operation press again Adjustingthesensitivityoftheairintakecontrolinautomaticmode IS350onl...

Page 189: ...the left or right up or down Turn the knob up to open the vent and down to close the vent Front outlets right and left side Direct air flow to the left or right up or down Turn the knob right to open...

Page 190: ...tch to outside air mode in situ ations where the windows need to be defogged Outsideairtemperature approaches32 F 0 C The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed When theindicator...

Page 191: ...air operation in extremely humid weather The dif ference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up blocking your vi...

Page 192: ...iderearviewmirrordefoggers areon Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirror as it can become very hot and burn you These features are used to defog the rear window and to remove rain dro...

Page 193: ...3 2 Using the audio system Audio system type without navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the NavigationSystemOwner sManual CD player with changer and A...

Page 194: ...is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information from the surface of compact discs The laser is carefully shielded so that its rays remain inside the cabinet Therefore never try t...

Page 195: ...3 Interior features NOTICE Toprevent batterydischarge Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine off Toavoid damagingthe audiosystem Take care not to spill drinks or other...

Page 196: ...satelliteradio Scanningthepresetradiostations Press and hold until you hear a beep Preset stations will be played for 5 seconds each When the desired station is reached press the button once again See...

Page 197: ...zz etc from radio stations which broadcast this information ReceivingRDSbroadcasts Press or on the button during FM reception The type of program changes each time the button is pressed ROCK EASYLIS E...

Page 198: ...as follows each time the switch is pressed AM SAT1 SAT2 SAT3 Turn the dial to select the desired channel in the all catego ries or press or on to select the desired channel in the current category Set...

Page 199: ...l you hear a beep When the desired channel is reached press the switch again Displayingtextinformation Press The display will show up to 10 characters The display changes as follows each time the butt...

Page 200: ...ndow XMsatelliteradio The optional Lexus genuine satellite radio tuner and antenna allows you to receive and play XM satellite radio broadcasts Subscription is required Not available in Hawaii and Ala...

Page 201: ...bscription infor mation When a contract is canceled you can choose the CH000 and all free to air channels The premium channel you selected is not authorized Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio re...

Page 202: ...l inter ference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi...

Page 203: ...LOAD LoadingmultipleCDs Press and hold until you hear a beep WAIT is shown on the display Insert a CD when the indicator on the slot turns from amber to green The display changes from WAIT to LOAD Th...

Page 204: ...d is shown on the display Press and remove the CD EjectingalltheCDs Press and hold until you hear a beep and then remove the CDs Selecting fast forwarding andscanningtracks Selectingatrack Press to mo...

Page 205: ...s the switch again when the desired CD is reached Randomplayback CurrentCD Press RAND Songs are played in random order until random playback is canceled AllCDs Press and hold RAND until you hear a bee...

Page 206: ...ait for a while and then press Contact your Lexus dealer if the CD still cannot be played back CDcompatibility CDplayerprotectionfeature To protect the internal components playback is automatically st...

Page 207: ...or 3 in 8 cm CD adapters Doing so may damage the CD player and or the CD insert eject function CDs that have a diameter that is not 4 7 in 12 cm Low quality and deformed CDs CDs with a transparent or...

Page 208: ...ons below may result in serious damage to the CDs or the player itself Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot Do not apply oil to the CD player Store CDs away from direct sunlight Neve...

Page 209: ...ss or to select the desired folder Selectingthedesiredfolderby cueingthefirstfileofeachfolder Press and hold until you hear a beep When the desired folder is reached press the switch once again Return...

Page 210: ...witch once again File repeat Press RPT Folderrepeat Press and hold RPT until you hear a beep Randomplayback Toplayfilesfromaparticularfolderinrandomorder Press RAND Toplayallofthefilesonadiscinrandomo...

Page 211: ...temperature inside the player Wait for a while and then press Contact your Lexus dealer if the CD still cannot be played back NO MUSIC This indicates that the MP3 WMA file is not included in the CD C...

Page 212: ...48 kHz MPEG2 LSF LAYER3 16 22 05 24 kHz Compatible bit rates MPEG1 LAYER3 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEG2 LSF LAYER3 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 kbps Compatible with VBR Compatible channe...

Page 213: ...rs Maximum number of folders 192 including the root Maximum number of files per disc 255 File names The only files that can be recognized as MP3 WMA and played are those with the extension mp3 or wma...

Page 214: ...f interference and damage to the speakers Playback To play MP3 file with steady sound quality we recommend a fixed bit rate of 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44 1 kHz CD R or CD RW playback may...

Page 215: ...n 8 cm CD adapters Doing so may damage the CD player and render the CD insert eject function unusable CDs that have a diameter that is not 4 7 in 12 cm Low quality and deformed CDs CDs with a transpar...

Page 216: ...autions below may result in damage to the CDs or the player itself Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot Do not apply oil to the CD player Store CDs away from direct sunlight Never tr...

Page 217: ...eatures Optimal use of the audio system Type A Type B Adjusting the sound quality Changing the sound quality modes Changing the listening position Adjusting the ASL Adjusting the sound quality Changin...

Page 218: ...ing position Press position selector to change the setting The display changes as follows each time the button is pressed Adjustingsoundqualityandvolumebalance Changingsoundqualitymodes Press Pressing...

Page 219: ...the matrix 7 1 surround sound system provides a realistic sound field Sound qual ity mode Mode displayed Level Press Press Bass BAS 5 to 5 Low High Mid range MID 5 to 5 Treble TRE 5 to 5 Front rear v...

Page 220: ...l other adjust ments must be made on the portable audio device itself Whenusingaportableaudiodevice connected to the poweroutlet Noise may occur during playback Use the power source of the portable au...

Page 221: ...audio system is turned ON The audio source changes as follows each time the button is pressed FM1 FM2 CD changer AUX AM SAT1 SAT2 SAT3 Adjustingthevolume Press on to increase the volume and to decrea...

Page 222: ...tch until you hear a beep Selectingatrack file Press to select the CD mode Press or on the switch to select the desired track file SelectingadiscintheCDplayer Press to select the CD mode Press and hol...

Page 223: ...rsonal lights P 207 Rear interior light Rear overhead courtesy light Shift lever lighting when engine switch is in ACC or IG ON mode Front foot well lighting Front door courtesy lighting Front scuff l...

Page 224: ...well lighting Front door courtesy lighting Front scuff lighting The following lights turn on for approximately 15 seconds when the engine switch is turned to OFF from the IG ON or ACC mode The lights...

Page 225: ...3 Interior features Interiorlights Door position ON OFF ON OFF Models without an electric moon roof Models with an electric moon roof Personallights ON OFF Front models without an electric moon roof I...

Page 226: ...208 3 3 Using the interior lights Front models with an electric moon roof Rear Personal lights...

Page 227: ...Using the storage features List of storage features Glovebox Open push button Lock with the mechanical key Unlock with the mechanical key Glove box Console boxes Cup holders Bottle holders door pocket...

Page 228: ...ped Press the button to release the lock Lift the armrest to open Gloveboxlight The glove box light turns on when the engine switch is in IG ON mode Trunk opener mainswitch The trunk opener main switc...

Page 229: ...autionwhiledriving Keep the console box closed Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking CAUTION Itemsthatshouldnot be leftin theoverhead console Do not leave glasses or lighte...

Page 230: ...nt type A To open press down and release the front of the cup holder lid Front type B Press the knob to release the lock Slide armrest Rear To open press in and release the rear cup holder on the rear...

Page 231: ...eforthecupholder Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or sudden braking and cause injury I...

Page 232: ...214 3 4 Using the storage features CAUTION Cautionwhiledriving Keep the door pockets closed Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking...

Page 233: ...215 3 Interior features 3 5 Other interior features Sun visors Forward position Flip down Side position Flip down unhook and swing to the side...

Page 234: ...216 3 5 Other interior features Vanity mirror The light turns on when the cover is opened...

Page 235: ...nterior features 3 Interior features Clock The clock is displayedwhen The engine switch is in ACC or IG ON mode Adjusts the hour Adjusts the minutes Rounds to the nearest hour e g 1 00 to 1 29 1 00 1...

Page 236: ...teswitches Bring up the satellite switch mode on the multi information display Press the left selector switch the main switch or the right selector switch Select the item whose setting is to be change...

Page 237: ...ist sensor P 138 ON OFF if equipped Tire pressure warning system initialization P 281 ID code selection for tire air pressure system P 282 AFS Adaptive Front lighting System P 119 ON OFF if equipped V...

Page 238: ...engine switch is in IG ON mode and the vehicle is stopped Display The display will return to the original display if the satellite switches are not oper ated for an extended period Even if the display...

Page 239: ...Fully extinguish matches and cigarettes before putting them in the ashtray then make sure the ashtray is fully closed Do not place paper or any other type of flammable object in the ashtray Front Pus...

Page 240: ...urnsorfires Do not touch the metal parts of the cigarette lighter Do not hold the cigarette lighter down It could overheat and cause a fire Do not insert anything other than the cigarette lighter into...

Page 241: ...when the power outlet is not in use Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit Toprevent thefusefrombeingblown Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10...

Page 242: ...ator light turns off Heats the seats The indicator light comes on The higher the number the warmer the seats become Vehicles with an automatic transmission Heats the seats The indicator light comes on...

Page 243: ...Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep sleeping drugs cold remedies etc Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushio...

Page 244: ...ight red comes on The higher the number the warmer the seats become Blows air from the seats The indicator light green comes on The higher the number the stronger the airflow becomes Heats the seats T...

Page 245: ...Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep sleeping drugs cold remedies etc Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushio...

Page 246: ...228 3 5 Other interior features Armrest NOTICE Toprevent damageto thearmrest Do not place too much strain on the armrest Pull the armrest down for use...

Page 247: ...h If the engine is turned off when the rear sunshade has been lowered due to the reverse operation feature it will not be raised even when the engine is turned on again and the vehicle reaches a speed...

Page 248: ...al operation of thesunshade Observe the following precautions Do not place excessive load on the motor or other components Do not place objects where they may hinder opening and closing operations Do...

Page 249: ...sed In the event of sudden braking items stored in the trunk may be thrown forward into the cabin resulting in injury Long objects can be loaded in the vehicle by utilizing the trunk space and rearsea...

Page 250: ...thatmustnotbehung on thehook Do not hang a coat hanger or other hard or sharp object on the hook If the SRS curtain shield airbags deploy these items may become projectiles that cause death or serious...

Page 251: ...at Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving it may cause an acci dent Securelyplace amatthat...

Page 252: ...234 3 5 Other interior features Trunk features Cargohooks Cargo hooks are provided for securing loose items Shoppingbaghooks First aid kit storage belt if equipped Loosen Tighten...

Page 253: ...gohooks arenot in use To avoid injury always return the cargo hooks to their positions when they are not in use Warningtrianglestoragebelt Loosen Tighten Luggagemat Pull the lever upwards when lift in...

Page 254: ...236 3 5 Other interior features NOTICE When closing thetrunk Do not leave the luggage mat lever hooked on the edge of the trunk The luggage mat may get damaged...

Page 255: ...ch can be programmed to operate 3 different devices Refer to the programming method below appropriate for the device Indicator Buttons ProgrammingtheHomeLink Point the remote control for the device 1...

Page 256: ...opener check to see if the garage door opens and closes If the garage door does not operate see if your garage transmitter is of the Rolling Code type Press and hold the programmed HomeLink but ton Th...

Page 257: ...and release the button a third time This third press and release will complete the programming process by opening the garage door The ceiling mounted garage door opener motor should now recognize the...

Page 258: ...rammingabutton The individual HomeLink buttons cannot be erased but can be reprogrammed To reprogram a button follow the Basic program ming instructions OperatingtheHomeLink Press the appropriate Home...

Page 259: ...is transmitter has been tested and complies with FCC and IC rules Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the...

Page 260: ...the direction in which the vehicleisheading Operation To turn the compass on or off push AUTO for longer than 3 seconds Push and hold the button for 3 seconds or more Displays anddirections Display D...

Page 261: ...position of the vehicle If you cross over a map boundary shown in illustration the compass will devi ate To obtain higher precision or perfect calibration refer to the following Deviationcalibration...

Page 262: ...nfavorabletocorrect operation The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning The vehicle is on an inclined surface The vehi...

Page 263: ...rules while performing circling calibration NOTICE Toavoid thecompassmalfunctions Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror Doing this may cause a malfunction of the c...

Page 264: ...246 3 5 Other interior features...

Page 265: ...ements 253 General maintenance 255 Emission inspection and maintenance I M programs 258 4 3 Do it yourself maintenance 259 Do it yourself service precautions 259 Hood 262 Positioning the jack 263 Engi...

Page 266: ...gent Do not use hard brushes or abrasive cleaners Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint Bumpersandsidemoldings Do not scrub with abrasiv...

Page 267: ...TION Cautionabouttheexhaustpipe Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot When washing the vehicle be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi ciently as touching a hot...

Page 268: ...th a soft cloth dampened with diluted detergent Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5 neutral wool deter gent Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off all remaining...

Page 269: ...s interior Shampooingthecarpets There are several commercial foaming type cleaners available Use a sponge or brush to apply the foam Rub in overlapping circles Do not apply water The excel lent result...

Page 270: ...move any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time Park the vehicle in the shade especially during summer Do not place item...

Page 271: ...Lexus recommendsthefollowingmaintenance Generalmaintenance Should be performed on a daily basis This can be done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer Scheduledmaintenance Should be performed at specified...

Page 272: ...obile com ponents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause can cer and birth defects and other reproductive harm Work in a well ventilated area Oils fuels and fluids contain...

Page 273: ...orrect level P 268 Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds Radiator condenser hoses Not blocked with foreign matter P 274 Washer fluid At the correct level P 278 Listed below are the general mainten...

Page 274: ...d correct amount of free play Brakes Not pull to one side when applied Loss of brake effectiveness Spongy feeling brake pedal Pedal almost touches floor Head restraints Move smoothly and lock securely...

Page 275: ...ate smoothly Engine hood The lock system works properly Fluid leaks Is there any leakage after parking Tire Inflation pressure is correct Tire surfaces not worn or dam aged Tires rotated according to...

Page 276: ...icle YourvehiclemaynotpasstheI Mtest When the battery is disconnected or discharged Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased Also depending on your driving habits the readiness...

Page 277: ...SS No 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid Rag or paper towel Funnel used only for adding brake fluid Engine coolant level P 272 Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene gly col b...

Page 278: ...easily such as paper or rags in the engine compartment Do not smoke cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery Fuel and battery fumes are flammable Be extremely cautious when working...

Page 279: ...g fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and or the coolant temperature is high P 274 Safetyglasses Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material fluid spray etc...

Page 280: ...If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident which may result in death or serious injury Releasethelock from the insideofthevehicleto open thehoo...

Page 281: ...it yourself maintenance 4 Maintenance and care Positioning the jack When raising your vehicle with the jack position the jack correctly Improperplacementmay damage your vehicleor causeinjury Front 2W...

Page 282: ...Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by the jack Stop the vehicle on level firm ground firmly set the parking brake and put the shift lever in P automatic or R manual Make sure to se...

Page 283: ...re Engine compartment IS350 Battery P 275 Engine oil level dipstick P 268 Engine oil filler cap P 268 Brake fluid reservoir P 274 Fuse boxes P 299 Washer fluid tank P 278 Electric cooling fans Condens...

Page 284: ...IS250 Battery P 275 Engine oil level dipstick P 268 Engine oil filler cap P 268 Brake fluid reservoir P 274 Fuse boxes P 299 Washer fluid tank P 278 Electric cooling fans Condenser P 274 Radiator P 2...

Page 285: ...267 4 3 Do it yourself maintenance 4 Maintenance and care Enginecompartmentcover Removingtheenginecompartmentcover Front Outside...

Page 286: ...k Checkingtheengineoil Park the vehicle on level ground After turning off the engine wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine Hold a rag under the end and pull the di...

Page 287: ...type as already in the engine Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before adding oil Remove the oil filler cap Add engine oil slowly checking the dipstick Install the filler ca...

Page 288: ...in cold weather If SAE 5W 30 is not available SAE 10W 30 may be used However it should be replaced with SAE 5W 30 at the next oil change How to read oil container labels Some oil containers are labele...

Page 289: ...res Switch the display to the odometer P 105 when the engine is running Turn the engine switch OFF While pressing the trip meter reset button set the engine switch to the IG ON mode but do not start t...

Page 290: ...is on or below the LOW line add coolant up to the FULL line NOTICE Toprevent serious enginedamage Check the oil level on regular basis When replacingtheengineoil Be careful not to spill engine oil on...

Page 291: ...ant is a mixture of 50 coolant and 50 deionized water Enabled 31 F 35 C Canada Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mixture of 55 coolant and 45 deionized water Enabled 44 F 42 C For more details about...

Page 292: ...The brake fluid level should be between the MAX and MIN lines on the tank Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items Adding fluid CAUTION When theengineishot Do not touch the ra...

Page 293: ...llingthereservoir Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted surfaces If fluid gets in your eyes flush your eyes with clean water immediately If you still experience...

Page 294: ...ogen gas which is flammable and explosive Therefore before recharging If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle be sure to disconnect the ground cable Make sure the power switch on the c...

Page 295: ...closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation Howtorechargethebattery Only perform a slow charge 5 A or less The battery may explode if charged at a quicker rate Emergency measures regardingel...

Page 296: ...ttery Never recharge the battery while the engine is running Also be sure all accesso ries are turned off NOTICE Donotuseanyfluidother thanwasherfluid Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze inste...

Page 297: ...etc molded on the side wall of each tire Check spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated Tirerotation 2WD models with 16 inch tires and AWD models Rotate the tires in the order shown Lexus rec...

Page 298: ...be installed Tire pressure sensors can be installed in any of the following three ways Sensors can be removed from the old wheels and installed on the new wheels Thetirepressurewarningsystem Your Lexu...

Page 299: ...tire pressure changes by replacing tires or wheels When tires are rotated When tire pressure sensors are replaced When driving with the tires inflated to a higher than standard tire pressure When the...

Page 300: ...splay RegisteringandselectingtireinflationpressuresensorIDcodes The tire inflation pressure sensor is equipped with a unique ID code To select tire inflation pressure sensor ID codes use the satellite...

Page 301: ...nal damage A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of a cut or other damage If you are not sure consult with your Lexus dealer Tirelife Any tire over 6 y...

Page 302: ...lace all four tires 2 All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be ade quate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use year round All sea...

Page 303: ...vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer When operating the satellite switch the warning light does not flash and the set ting message does not appear on the multi information display The tires can not...

Page 304: ...mmunications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful inter ference to radio or television reception which can b...

Page 305: ...sizes other than those recommended by Lexus Do not mix radial bias belted or bias ply tires Do not mix summer all season and winter tires NOTICE Repairing or replacing tires wheels andsensors When re...

Page 306: ...Lowprofiletiresand wheels Wheels with profile tires like 17 and 18 inch tires may cause greater damage than usual to the tire wheel when receiving impact from the road surface Therefore pay attention...

Page 307: ...t yourself maintenance 4 Maintenance and care Tire inflation pressure Tireinflationpressure The recommended cold tire inflation pressure and tire size is dis played on the tire and loading information...

Page 308: ...ress the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve Read the pressure using the graduations of the gauge If the tire inflation pressure is not within the recommended lev els adjust inflate the...

Page 309: ...heck only when the tires are cold If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for more than 1 mile or 1 5 km you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pressure read...

Page 310: ...handling Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires Poor sealing of the tire bead Wheel deformation and or tire separation A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards NOTICE W...

Page 311: ...ection When replacing wheels care should be taken to ensure that they are equivalent to those removed in load capacity diameter rim width and offset Replacement wheels are available at your Lexus deal...

Page 312: ...oing so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death NOTICE Replacingtireinflationpressuresensors Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure sensors make sure to have...

Page 313: ...maintain air condi tioningefficiency Set the air conditioning system to recirculated mode The air conditioning filter case cannot be removed with the system in the outside air mode Turn the engine swi...

Page 314: ...Manual Supplement Scheduled Maintenance Ifairflowfromtheventsdecreases dramatically The filter may be clogged Check the filter and replace if necessary NOTICE When usingtheairconditioningsystem Make s...

Page 315: ...ywithanew one ifitis discharged Youwillneedthefollowingitems Flathead screwdriver Small Phillips head screwdriver Lithium battery CR1632 Replacingthebattery Take out the mechanical key Remove the cove...

Page 316: ...ace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Lexus dealer Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws CAUTION Removedbatteryandother parts Keep away from children These parts a...

Page 317: ...ot operate a fuse may have blown If this happens checkandreplacethefuses asnecessary Turn the engine switch OFF Remove the engine compartment cover P 267 Open the fuse box cover Engine compartment typ...

Page 318: ...side instrument panel Remove the lid Passenger s side instrument panel Remove the lid After a system failure see Fuse layout and amperage ratings P 303 for details about which fuse to check Remove th...

Page 319: ...n appro priate amperage rating The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid Type B Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace it with one of an appro priate amperage rating The amperage rating can be foun...

Page 320: ...302 4 3 Do it yourself maintenance Removingthefrontcontroller enginecompartment typeB Lift the lid off while pushing the tabs on either side...

Page 321: ...20A IG2 IGN GAUGE 5 RAD NO 2 30A Audio 6 D C CUT 20A DOME MPX B 7 RAD NO 1 30A Audio 8 MPX B 10A Headlights front fog lights parking lights license plate lights windshield washer horn powerdoorlocksy...

Page 322: ...0A Power door lock system SECURITY 17 P I B 60 A Multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection sys tem 18 EPS 80 A Power steering 19 ALT 150 A LH J B AM E G AM GLW PLG2 HEATER FA...

Page 323: ...e Ampere Circuit 27 GLW PLG2 50 A PTC heater 28 E G AM 60 A Headlight cleaners front fog lights parking lights air conditioning system 29 LH J B AM 80 A S ROOF FR P SEAT LH TV NO 1 A C FUEL OPEN PSB F...

Page 324: ...ultiport fuel injection sys tem 4 ALT S 7 5 A Charging system 5 STR LOCK 25A Steering lock 6 H LP CLN 30A Headlight cleaner 7 A C COMP 7 5 A Air conditioning system 8 DEICER 25A 9 FR CTRL AM 30A Front...

Page 325: ...A Multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection sys tem 16 INJ 20A Multiport fuel injection system sequential multiport fuel injection sys tem 17 H LP UPR 15A Headlight high beam...

Page 326: ...6 TV NO 2 7 5 A 7 PSB 30A Pre collision seat belt 8 S ROOF 25A Electric moon roof 9 TAIL 10A Tail lights license plate lights parking lights 10 PANEL 7 5 A Switch illumination air conditioning system...

Page 327: ...artaccesssystemwithpush button start 17 H LP LVL 7 5 A AFS 18 LH IG 10A Charging system headlight cleaner rear window defogger electric cool ing fans emergency flashers turn sig nal lights back up lig...

Page 328: ...tric tilt and telescopic steering column 6 RAD NO 3 10A Audio 7 GAUGE 7 5 A Meter 8 IGN 10A SRS airbag system Lexus link system cruise control steering lock system fuel system 9 ACC 7 5 A Lexus link s...

Page 329: ...IG RH 10A Powerseats smart access systemwith push button start AWD system out side rear view mirrors VDIM VSC air conditioning system pre collision safety belt electric tilt and telescopic steering po...

Page 330: ...e a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated or use any other object in place of a fuse Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent Never replace a fuse with a wire even as a temporary fix Th...

Page 331: ...vel ground Sit in the driver s seat Bounce the vehicle several times Adjustingtheheadlightaim Turn bolt A in either direction using a Phillips head screw driver Remember the turning direction and the...

Page 332: ...information about replacing otherlightbulbs contactyourLexusdealer Prepareareplacementlightbulb Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced P 388 Removetheenginecompartmentcover P 267 Frontbul...

Page 333: ...aintenance 4 Maintenance and care Replacinglightbulbs Headlighthighbeams Release the lock and remove the cover Turn the bulb base counterclock wise Unplug the connector while depressing the lock relea...

Page 334: ...maintenance Parkinglights Release the lock and remove the cover Turn the bulb base counterclock wise Remove the light bulb Back up light Open the trunk door and remove the trunk panel cover clips STEP...

Page 335: ...ntenance and care Partly remove the trunk panel cover and turn bulb bases coun terclockwise Remove the light bulb Rearturnsignallights Open the trunk door and remove the cover Turn the bulb base count...

Page 336: ...d below has burnt out have your Lexus dealer replace it Headlight low beams halogen bulbs Headlight high and low beams discharge bulbs Front fog lights Front turn signal lights Front side marker light...

Page 337: ...t indicate a malfunction Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens Water has built up inside the headlight Dischargeheadlights If voltage to the discharge bulbs is insufficient the b...

Page 338: ...ter entering the headlight unit This may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens Do not attempt to take apart or repair the low beam headlight bulbs connectors power supply...

Page 339: ...n emergency 333 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds 333 If a warning message is displayed 338 If you have a flat tire 352 If the engine will not start 360 If the shift lever cannot...

Page 340: ...This should only attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes The vehi cle s wheels drive train axles steering an...

Page 341: ...s on the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains If the engine is not running the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function making steering and braking more difficult NOTICE...

Page 342: ...To protect the bodywork place a rag between the screwdriver and the vehicle body as shown in the illustration Insert the towing eyelet into the hole and tighten partially by hand Tighten down the tow...

Page 343: ...yeletstothe vehicle Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely If not securely installed towing eyelets may come loose during towing This may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or e...

Page 344: ...ing dolly under the rear wheels When not using a towing dolly turn the engine switch to ACC mode and shift the shift lever to N NOTICE Topreventcausingserious damagetothetransmission for vehicleswitha...

Page 345: ...om the rear AWD models NOTICE Toprevent damagingthe vehicle Do not tow the vehicle with the engine switch OFF The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel straight When rai...

Page 346: ...us is transported by a flat bed truck it should be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle the angles shaded in black must be 45 Do no...

Page 347: ...s or uneven tire wear Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than normal Audiblesymptoms Changes in exhaust sound Excessive tire squeal when cornering Strange noises related...

Page 348: ...NOTICE Beforestartingtheengine Inspect the ground under the vehicle If you find that fuel has leaked on to the ground the fuel system has been damaged and it is in need of repair Do not restart the en...

Page 349: ...S airbag deployment data SRS airbag system diagnostic data Ifyourvehiclesisequippedwithavehiclestabilitycontrol VSC system The VSC Electronic Control Unit ECU may contain another EDR In case the VSC o...

Page 350: ...of the data Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when An agreement from the vehicle s owner or the leasing company for a leased vehicle is obtained Officially r...

Page 351: ...brake engaged warning buzzer P 343 Warning light Warning light Details U S A Canada Brakesystemwarning light warning buzzer Low brake fluid Malfunction in the brake booster system This light also come...

Page 352: ...m operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately Warning light Warning light Details Charging system warninglight Indicates a malfuncti...

Page 353: ...ates a malfunction in the EPS Electric Power Steering system Pre collisionsystemwarning light if equipped Indicates a malfunction in the pre collision system Warning light Warning light Details Correc...

Page 354: ...the seat belt is still unfastened the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds Warning light Warning light Details Correction procedure Frontpassenger s seatbelt reminderlight warning...

Page 355: ...after taking several driving trips If the light does not go off even after several trips contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible Front passengerdetection sensor andpassenger seat beltreminder I...

Page 356: ...dealer Warning message Details Flashing Indicatesanabnormal engineoilpressure The warning light may turn on if the engine oil pres sure is too low If a warning is shown on the multi information displa...

Page 357: ...estigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately Warning message Deta...

Page 358: ...quipped IndicatesLexusparking assist sensor malfunction The malfunctioning assist sensor is shown flashing on the display If equipped Flashing Indicatesamalfunction in the radar cruisecontrol system S...

Page 359: ...inity of the vehicle If snow or ice has collected on or around the wheel or wheelhouse If non genuine wheels are used on the vehicle When driving with tire chains If wireless devices or other equipmen...

Page 360: ...ailing to investigate the cause of the following warning may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately Warning...

Page 361: ...s Correction procedure Indicatesthat oneor moreofthedoors isnot fullyclosed The system also indi cates which doors are not fully closed flashes and a buzzer sounds to indi cate that one or more of the...

Page 362: ...d with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3mph 5km h Close the trunk Flashing Indicatesthat the moon roofisnotfully closed withtheengineswitch OFF and the driver s dooropened Close the moon roof Fl...

Page 363: ...ne oilis scheduled tobe changed Check the engine oil and change if necessary Comesonapproximately 4500 miles 7200km after theengineoilis changed The indicator will notwork properly unless the oil main...

Page 364: ...esthat the pre collisionsystem is not currentlyfunctional Clean the grille and the sensor This message appears when the pre collision systemishot In thiscase wait until the system cools down If equipp...

Page 365: ...ed Indicatesthat yourvehi cleisnearing thevehicle ahead inradar cruise mode Slow the vehicle by apply ing the brakes Changing theengineoil U S A only Make sure to reset the oil change system P 268 War...

Page 366: ...at illuminates a low tire pressure telltale low tire pressure warning light when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale low tire pres...

Page 367: ...message Details Correction procedure Once Comesonfor8seconds Flashing Indicates that the electronic key is not present when attemptingtostart the engine Confirm the loca tion of the elec tronic key On...

Page 368: ...tside of the detection area Turn the engine switch OFF or confirm the loca tion of the elec tronic key Once Con tinuous Displayed alternately For vehicles with an automatic transmission Flashing Indic...

Page 369: ...mode from OFF Press the engine switch while applying the brakes Once For vehicles with a manual transmission Indicates that a door has been opened or closed and the engine switch has been switched twi...

Page 370: ...re provided Beforejackingupthevehicle Stop the vehicle on a hard flat surface Set the parking brake Shift the shift lever to P automatic or R manual Stop the engine Turn on the emergency flashers Loca...

Page 371: ...3 5 2 Steps to take in an emergency Takingoutthesparetire Lift up the hook of the panel on the trunk floor Secure the panel using the hook provided Loosen the center fastener that secures the spare ti...

Page 372: ...nd until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point STEP 1 Flat tire Wheelchock positions Front Left hand side Behind the rear right hand side tire Right hand side Behind the rear left ha...

Page 373: ...resting the tire on the ground place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface Installingthesparetire Remove any dirt or foreign matter from the wheel contact su...

Page 374: ...he wheel nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel sheet Lower the vehicle Firmly tighten each nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration Tightenin...

Page 375: ...he compact spare tire P 383 Ifyouhavea flatreartire onaroadcoveredwithsnoworice Install the compact spare tire on the front of the vehicle Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the rear t...

Page 376: ...meone is in it When raising the vehicle do not put an object on or under the jack Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire Use a jack stand if it is necessar...

Page 377: ...ehicle The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident NOTICE Donotdrivethevehiclewithaflattire Do not continue driving wit...

Page 378: ...n in the engine immobilizer system P 54 The starter motor turns over slowly the interior lights and head lights are dim or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol ume One of the following may b...

Page 379: ...on of the shift lever Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift levercan be shifted Set the parking b...

Page 380: ...362 5 2 Steps to take in an emergency If you lose your keys New genuine Lexus keys can be made by your Lexus dealer using one of the otherkeys or the key numberstampedon your key numberplate...

Page 381: ...rations Locks all doors Closes the windows moon roof turn and hold Unlocks the door Turning the key rearward unlocks the driver s door Turning the key once again unlocks the other doors Opens the wind...

Page 382: ...itch An alarm will sound to indicate that the start function cannot detect the key with the depleted battery if any of the doors will be opened and closed while this operation For vehicles with an aut...

Page 383: ...When trouble arises 365 5 2 Steps to take in an emergency Replacingthekey battery As this procedure is the temporary measure it is recommended that the electronic battery be replaced immediately P 29...

Page 384: ...er cables If required remove all vent plugs from the booster battery Lay a cloth over the open vents on the booster battery This helps reduce the explosion hazard personal injuries and burns Positive...

Page 385: ...e gas that may be emitted from the battery Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended terminal...

Page 386: ...fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes immedi ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can...

Page 387: ...m Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood Remove the engine compartment cover P 267 Check to see if the cooling fan is operating If the fan is operating Wait until the temperature of the...

Page 388: ...engine is running Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot Serious injury such as burns may result from hot coolant and steam released under pressure NOTICE Whenaddingengi...

Page 389: ...ay cause an accident and result in death or serious injury NOTICE Toavoid damagingthe transmissionand other components Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine If the vehicle remains stuck...

Page 390: ...372 5 2 Steps to take in an emergency...

Page 391: ...le specifications 6 373 6 1 Specifications 374 Maintenance data 374 Fuel information 389 Tire information 392 6 2 Customization 400 Customizable features 400 6 3 Initialization 404 Items to initialize...

Page 392: ...with tires other than the above Overall length 180 1 in 4575 mm Overall width 70 9 in 1800 mm Overall height 1 2WD models 56 1 in 1425 mm AWD models 56 7 in 1440 mm Wheelbase 107 4 in 2730 mm Tread F...

Page 393: ...ification number VIN is the legal identifier for your vehicle This is the primary identification number for your Lexus It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle This number is stamped on...

Page 394: ...376 6 1 Specifications Enginenumber The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown...

Page 395: ...e 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle gasoline Bore and stroke 3 27 3 03 in 83 0 77 0 mm 3 70 3 27 in 94 0 83 0 mm Displacement 152 5 cu in 2500 cm3 210 9 cu in 3456 cm3 Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment...

Page 396: ...rature An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds or under extreme load condition IS250 IS350 Oil capacity drain and refill with filter 2WD models AW...

Page 397: ...ta Super Long Life Coolant Similar high quality ethylene glycol based non sili cate non amine non nitrite and non borate cool ant with long life organic acid technology Do not use plain water alone Sp...

Page 398: ...ned off Charging rates 5A max Oil capacity Front 0 74 qt 0 70 L 0 61 lmp qt Rear IS350 1 42 qt 1 35 L 1 19 lmp qt IS250 2WD models 1 20 qt 1 15 L 1 01 lmp qt IS250 AWD models 1 10 qt 1 05 L 0 92 lmp q...

Page 399: ...ne ATF WS may cause deterioration in shift quality locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibra tion and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle Gear oil capacity 1 9 qt 1...

Page 400: ...avel when pulled up with a force of 20 4 kgf 200 N 50 0 lbf Pedal clearance 1 IS 350 IS 250 Manual transmission Automatic transmission 4 13 in 105 mm Min 4 09 in 104 mm Min 4 3 in 108 mm Min Pedal fre...

Page 401: ...4 kgf cm2 or bar Rear tires 38 psi 260 kPa 2 6 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high speeds above 100 mph 160 km h in countries where such speeds are per mitted by law Add 5 8 psi 40 kPa 0 4 kgf cm2 or bar...

Page 402: ...260 kPa 2 6 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high speeds above 100 mph 160 km h in countries where such speeds are per mitted by law Add 4 5 psi 30 kPa 0 3 kgf cm2 or bar to the front tires and rear tires N...

Page 403: ...res 38 psi 260 kPa 2 6 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high speeds above 100 mph 160 km h in countries where such speeds are per mitted by law Add 7 2 psi 50 kPa 0 5 kgf cm2 or bar to the front tires and re...

Page 404: ...ar tires 38 psi 260 kPa 2 6 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high speeds above 100 mph 160 km h in countries where such speeds are per mitted by law Add 10 psi 70 kPa 0 7 kgf cm2 or bar to the front tires an...

Page 405: ...38 psi 260 kPa 2 6 kgf cm2 or bar Driving at high speeds above 100 mph 160 km h in countries where such speeds are per mitted by law Add 7 2 psi 50 kPa 0 5 kgf cm2 or bar to the front tires and rear...

Page 406: ...xterior Headlights High beam Low high beam discharge bulbs Low beam halogen bulbs 9005 D4S H11 65 35 55 D A B Front turn signal lights 21 C Parking lights 168 5 E Front fog lights 9006 55 F Trunk ligh...

Page 407: ...e driving with a heavy load To avoid this refill the tank with premium unleaded gasoline as soon as possible Ifyourengineknocks Consult your Lexus dealer You may occasionally notice light knocking for...

Page 408: ...at contains oxygen ates such as ethanol or MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether is available in many areas Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended reformulated gasol...

Page 409: ...cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than that stated here will cause persistent heavy knocking At worst this will lea...

Page 410: ...ly tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall A tire not marked RADIAL is a bias ply tire TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly filled in the tire A tube t...

Page 411: ...s identifica tion mark Tire size code Manufacturer s optional tire type code 3 or 4 letters Manufacturing week Manufacturing year The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal...

Page 412: ...size Tire use P Passenger car T Temporary use Section width millimeters Aspect ratio tire height to section width Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal Wheel diameter inches Load index 2 or 3 di...

Page 413: ...Department of Transportation It provides the purchasers and or prospective purchasers of Lexus vehi cles with information on uniform tire quality grading Your Lexus dealer will help answer any questi...

Page 414: ...ions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahea...

Page 415: ...ory installed equipment whether installed or not Cold tire inflation pres sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for three hours or more or has not been driven more than 1 mile or 1 5 km...

Page 416: ...manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other side wall of the tire or b The outward facing sidewall of asymmetrical tire that has a particu...

Page 417: ...dividing by two Vehicle normal load on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of curb weight accessory weight and normal occupant weight dis...

Page 418: ...ed in two steps All doors unlocked in one step Time elapsed before auto maticdoorlockfunctionis activated if door is not opened after being unlocked 30 seconds 60 seconds Operation signal Emergency fl...

Page 419: ...s door unlocked in one step all doors unlocked in two steps All doors unlocked in one step Speed detecting auto matic door lock function Manual transmissions ON OFF Speed detecting auto matic door loc...

Page 420: ...N OFF Linked door key opera tion Open and close Open only Close only Linked operation of com ponents when door key is used Slide only Tilt only Wireless remote control linked operation ON OFF Linked o...

Page 421: ...ion function operates Variable depending on the vehicle speed 3 seconds Lexus parking assist sensor P 138 Back sensor operation display and buzzer ON OFF Buzzer volume Level 3 Level 1 to 5 Illuminatio...

Page 422: ...68 Tire inflation pressure warning system When the standard tire pressure changes by replacing tires or wheels When tires are rotated When tire pressure sensors are replaced When driving with the tire...

Page 423: ...For US owners 7 405 Reporting safety defects for U S A owners 406...

Page 424: ...ints It may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual proble...

Page 425: ...Index 407 Alphabetical index 408 Whattodoif 417...

Page 426: ...67 Side airbag operating conditions 63 Side airbag precautions 67 SRS airbags 61 Alarm 56 Antenna 182 Anti lock brake system ABS 144 Armrest 228 Ashtrays 221 Audio system Antenna 182 AUX adapter 202...

Page 427: ...7 Removed electronic key battery precautions 298 Seat belt comfort guide 35 Seat belt extender precautions 39 Seat belt precautions 38 Seat heater precautions 225 227 Trunk precautions 25 Child protec...

Page 428: ...If your electronic key battery is discharged 363 If your vehicle becomes stuck 371 If your vehicle needs to be towed 322 If your vehicle overheats 369 Engine Compartment 265 Engine switch 94 Hood 262...

Page 429: ...light aim 313 Headlight cleaner 125 Headlights Discharge headlights precautions 320 Replacing light bulbs 314 Switch 118 Wattage 388 Heaters Seat heaters 224 226 Side mirror 174 Hill start assist cont...

Page 430: ...101 Meter Instrument panel light control 106 Meters 105 Mirrors Inside rear view mirror 42 Side mirror heater 174 Side mirrors 43 Vanity mirrors 216 Moon roof 48 MP3 disc 191 Multi information display...

Page 431: ...ow your child should wear the seat belt 37 Pregnant women proper seat belt use 36 Reminder light 335 Seat belt extenders 37 Seat belt pretensioners 35 Seat heaters 224 226 Seat position memory 31 Seat...

Page 432: ...5 Satellite switches 218 Transmission shift switches 99 Window lock switch 45 Wipers and washer switch 122 Tachometer Tacho indicator 105 Tachometer 105 Tail lights Switch 118 Theft deterrent system A...

Page 433: ...ke system 333 Charging system 334 Electric power steering warning light 334 Electronic engine control system 334 Low fuel level 335 Low tire pressure warning light 335 Master warning light 335 Open do...

Page 434: ...Switch 122 Washing and waxing 248 Weight Cargo capacity 152 Load limits 155 Weight 374 Wheels 293 Window glasses 45 Window lock switch 45 Windows Power windows 45 Rear window defogger 174 Washer 122 W...

Page 435: ...ed out P 361 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone Steam can be seen coming from under the hood P 369 If your vehicle overheats The key i...

Page 436: ...Malfunction indicator lamp ABS warning light Driver s seat belt reminder light Front passenger s seat belt reminder light Low fuel level warning light Master warning light SRS warning light Electricpo...

Page 437: ...L 14 3 lmp gal Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P 52 377 Cold tire inflation pressure P 383 Engine oil capacity Drain and refill qt L Imp qt IS250 IS250 2WD models AWD models IS350 With filler 6 6 6 3...

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