engine Lexus HS250h 2010 Basic Information Before Operation / LEXUS 2010 HS250H (OM75006U) Repair Manual

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6-1. Specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
CapacityGasoline engine
Power control unit
7.7 qt. (7.3 L, 6.4 Imp. qt.)
3.1 qt. (2.9 L, 2.6 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following.• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite,
and non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make 

GapDENSO SK20R11 
NGK IFR6A11 
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust spark plug gap.

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Vehicle specifications
Fuel information
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that only
a
ccommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gasoline you
ar
e using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this
does not correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
■Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A., Europe and Japan have developed a
specification for fuel quality called the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC),
which is expected to be applied worldwide.
●The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission
levels. In the U.S., category 4 has been adopted.
●The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and
improves customer satisfaction through better performance.
■Recommendation of the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid the build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains detergent additives to clean and/or keep
clean intake systems.
You must only use unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. 
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of
unlead

ed gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine
knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. an d CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

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■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that 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 gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle perfor-
mance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●Lexus allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate con-
tent is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower
than 87.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclo-
pentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoli ne that contains MMT. If fuel contain-
ing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument panel may come on. If this hap-
pens, contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

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Vehicle specifications
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be dam-
aged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline. 
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic convert-
ers causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated. 
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
●Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the level
previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking. 
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability is encountered after using a different type of fuel (poor hot start-
ing, vaporization, engine knoc king, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly inflated
and not overloaded. 
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excess iv
e loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire 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 under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipp ed, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of: 
(a) Curb weight 
(b) Accessory weight 
(c) Vehicle capacity weight 
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows

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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oilP. 4 2 6
Tire pressure warning
system
• When rotating the tires on vehicles with differing front and rear tire infla-
tion pressures
• When changing the tire size
P. 4 3 7
The following items must be initialize d for normal system operation after
such cases as the 12-volt battery being reconnected, or maintenance
being performed on the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Child-protectors ......................................58
CleaningExterior ................................................... 402
Interior .....................................................406
Seat belts................................................ 407
Clock ......................................................... 373
Coin holder .............................................366
Compass ................................................... 391
Condenser ..............................................430
Console box ...........................................365
Cooling system Engine overheating ............................541
Cruise control Cruise control .......................................201
Dynamic radar cruise control .....205
Cup holders ............................................ 367
Curtain shield airbags.......................... 103
Customizable features ....................... 572
Daytime running light system ........... 186
Defogger Rear window ........................................260
Side mirrors ..........................................260
Dimensions............................................. 548
Dinghy towing ........................................248 Display
Dynamic radar cruise 
control ................................................. 205
Multi-information display ................ 169
Trip information.....................................172
Warning message ..............................501
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............416
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ........................ 360
Wattage ................................................. 556
Doors Door glasses........................................... 86
Door lock ................................ 44, 54, 57
Rear door child protector................ 58
Side doors................................................. 57
Side mirrors............................................. 83
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ..... 495
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 68
Driving Break-in tips........................................... 137
Correct posture.....................................101
Procedures............................................. 136
Winter driving tips .............................244
Driving position memory...................... 68
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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering ......................225
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not 
operate properly ............................ 533
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not 
operate properly ............................ 533
If the engine will not start ...............530
If the hybrid system will not 
start........................................................530
If the 12-volt battery is 
discharged ........................................ 536
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 492
If the warning light turns on .......... 492
If the warning message is 
displayed ............................................. 501
If you have a flat tire .......................... 521
If you lose your keys ........................ 532
If you think something is 
wrong................................................... 489
If your electronic key does 
not operate properly.................... 533
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 545
If your vehicle needs to be  towed ................................................... 483
If your vehicle overheats.................. 541
Emergency flasher Switch ...................................................... 482 Engine
Accessory mode................................. 148
Compartment...................................... 422
Engine switch .........................................147
Hood ......................................................... 419
How to start the engine ....................147
How to start the hybrid 
system ....................................................147
Identification number ...................... 548
If the engine will not start............... 530
If the hybrid system will not 
start ....................................................... 530
Ignition switch ........................................147
Overheating .......................................... 541
Power switch..........................................147
Engine compartment cover ............. 423
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................552
Checking ...............................................428
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 244
Engine/power control unit coolant Capacity .................................................552
Checking ...............................................428
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 244
Engine immobilizer system.................. 96E

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Alphabetical index
Engine oilCapacity ................................................ 550
Checking ............................................... 424
Preparing and checking 
before winter .................................... 244
Engine oil maintenance data............ 426
Engine switch............................................147
Enhanced VSC...................................... 225
EPS ............................................................. 225
EV drive mode switch .......................... 152
Event data recorder ............................490
Floor mat ................................................. 380
Fluid Brake........................................................554
Washer ................................................... 432
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs........................ 469
Switch ........................................................194
Wattage..................................................556
Foot light ...................................................360
Foot well lighting ...................................360
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 469
Switch ........................................................194
Wattage..................................................556
Front passenger occupant 
classification system ............................115
Front passenger's seat belt 
reminder light......................................495 Front seats
Adjustment ...............................................64
Driver’s seat po sition memory ...... 68
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ....................... 469
Wattage ................................................. 556
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 469
Switch ........................................................ 162
Wattage ................................................. 556
Fuel Capacity ................................................550
Fuel gauge .............................................. 162
Gas station information .................608
Information ........................................... 557
Refueling .................................................... 92
Type ......................................................... 557
Fuel door ..................................................... 92
Fuel filler door ........................................... 92
Fuses .......................................................... 455
Garage door opener .......................... 383
Gas station information .....................608
Gauges .......................................................162
Glove box ................................................ 364
Grocery bag hooks .............................. 381
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Alphabetical index
Hands-free system 
(for cellular phone)........................... 328
Head restraints Adjustment ................................................71
Headlights aim ....................................... 467
Headlights cleaner .............................. 200
Headlights Adaptive front lighting 
system................................................... 185
Discharge headlights 
precautions .......................................480
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 469
Switch ........................................................183
Wattage ................................................. 556
Heaters Seat heaters.......................................... 375
Side mirrors.......................................... 260
Hill-start assist control ....................... 230
Hood ........................................................... 419
Hooks Grocery bag..........................................381
Horn............................................................. 164
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system ............. 28
Energy monitor/ 
consumption ........................................32
Engine switch ........................................ 147
High voltage components ................ 27
Hybrid system indicators.................165
Ignition switch........................................ 147
Power switch ......................................... 147 I/M test....................................................... 415
Identification
Electric motor ..................................... 549
Engine..................................................... 549
Vehicle ................................................... 548
Ignition switch...........................................147
Illuminated entry system ....................360
Immobilizer system ................................. 96
Indicator lights......................................... 165
Initialization Items to initialize ................................ 584
Inside rear view mirror ........................... 81
Instrument panel light control .......... 163
Interior lights Interior lights ........................................ 360
Switch........................................................ 361
Wattage ................................................. 556
Intuitive parking assist*
Jack Positioning the jack ...........................420
Vehicle-equipped jack .................... 521
Jack handle............................................... 521HI
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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.