Engine Lexus HS250h 2010 Repair Manual

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Cooling system
Ignition system
Capacity
Gasoline engine
Po w e r c o n t ro l u n i t
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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Fuel information
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that only
accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gasoline you
are 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
unleaded 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. and 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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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 con-
verters 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 knocking, 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 excessive 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 equipped, 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 initialized 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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Clock (vehicles withoutnavigation system) ............................ 373
Clock (vehicles with navigation system)*
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.......................... 104
Customizable features ....................... 574
Daytime running light system ........... 186
Defogger Rear window........................................260
Side mirrors ..........................................260
Dimensions............................................. 550
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................................................. 558
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................................... 102
Procedures............................................. 136
Winter driving tips .............................244
Driving position memory...................... 68
Electric power steering...................... 225
Electronic key If 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
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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency............................. 547
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 483
If your vehicle overheats.................. 541
Emergency flasher
Switch ...................................................... 482
Engine
Accessory mode ................................. 146
Compartment ......................................422
Engine switch ........................................ 145
Hood ......................................................... 419
How to start the engine.................... 145
How to start the hybrid system.................................................... 145
Identification number.......................550
If the engine will not start ...............530
If the hybrid system will not
start........................................................530
Ignition switch........................................ 145
Overheating........................................... 541
Power switch ......................................... 145
Engine compartment cover..............423
Engine coolant Capacity................................................. 554
Checking ............................................... 428
Preparing and checking before winter.....................................244
Engine/power control unit coolant Capacity................................................. 554
Checking ............................................... 428
Preparing and checking
before winter.....................................244
Engine immobilizer system ..................96 Engine oil
Capacity .................................................552
Checking ............................................... 424
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 244
Engine oil maintenance data............ 426
Engine switch .......................................... 145
Enhanced VSC...................................... 225
EPS ............................................................. 225
EV drive mode switch.......................... 150
Event data recorder ............................490
Floor mat ................................................. 380
Fluid
Brake ....................................................... 556
Washer ................................................... 432
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 469
Switch........................................................ 194
Wattage................................................. 558
Foot light...................................................360
Foot well lighting ...................................360
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 469
Switch........................................................ 194
Wattage................................................. 558
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 116
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light......................................495
Front seats Adjustment ............................................... 64
Driver’s seat position memory .......68
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Front side marker lightReplacing light bulbs........................ 469
Wattage................................................. 558
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 469
Switch ....................................................... 159
Wattage................................................. 558
Fuel
Capacity................................................. 552
Fuel gauge .............................................. 162
Gas station information................. 608
Information............................................559
Refueling ................................................... 92
Type..........................................................559
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
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 .................................................558
Heaters Seat heaters ..........................................375
Side mirrors.......................................... 260
Hill-start assist control ........................ 230
Hood ............................................................419
Hooks
Grocery bag ......................................... 381
Horn .............................................................. 161
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system ..............28
Energy monitor/consumption ........................................ 32
Engine switch ........................................ 145
High voltage components................ 27
Hybrid system indicators ................ 165
Ignition switch ....................................... 145
Power switch ......................................... 145
I/M test .......................................................415
Identification Electric motor .......................................551
Engine ....................................................... 551
Vehicle....................................................550
Ignition switch ..........................................145
Illuminated entry system ....................360
Immobilizer system................................. 96
Indicator lights .........................................165
Initialization
Items to initialize.................................586
Inside rear view mirror ............................81
Instrument panel light control ...........163
Interior lights
Interior lights ........................................ 360
Switch ........................................................ 361
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Wattage .................................................558
Intuitive parking assist*
Jack
Positioning the jack .......................... 420
Vehicle-equipped jack ..................... 521
Jack handle ............................................... 521
Keyless entry ..............................................54
Keys Electronic key......................................... 39
Engine switch ........................................ 145
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 533
If you lose your keys ........................ 532
Key number............................................. 39
Keyless entry........................................... 54
Keys............................................................. 39
Mechanical key ..................................... 40
Wireless remote control key.......... 54
Lane keeping assist ............................... 217
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 470
Wattage .................................................558
Light bulbs Replacing............................................... 469
Wattage .................................................558
Light
Door courtesy lights ........................360
Fog light switch..................................... 194
Footwell lights .....................................360
Headlight switch ..................................183
Interior light list....................................360
Interior light switch..............................361 Outer foot lights ................................ 360
Personal light switch.......................... 361
Remote touch light ........................... 360
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 469
Scuff lighting ........................................ 360
Turn signal lever .................................. 159
Turn signal light bulbs ..................... 469
Turn signal light switch ..................... 159
Vanity lights .......................................... 372
Wattage................................................. 558
LKA .............................................................. 217
Load capacity ......................................... 243
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance........... 416
General maintenance ........................ 411
Maintenance data ............................. 550
Maintenance requirements ......... 409
Meter Instrument panel light control....... 163
Meters........................................................162
Micro dust and pollen filter............... 256
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ........................ 81
Side mirror heater ............................ 260
Side mirrors .............................................83
Vanity mirrors ...................................... 372
Moon roof...................................................89
MP3 disc ................................................... 281
Multi-information display ................... 169
Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle...................... 18
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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.