automatic transmission fluid Lexus IS220d 2012 Owner's Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
IS250/220d/200d_EE
When the “-” shift paddle switch is operated in the D position
When the “-” shift paddle switch is operated in the D position, a shift range
will be automatically selected. The highest gear of the first shift range will
be one gear lower than the gear in use during normal D position driving.
Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following
situations:
When the vehicle comes to a stop
When range 6 is selected and the accelerator pedal is depressed
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of
time
To protect automatic transmission
A function is adopted that automatically selects a higher shift range when
the fluid temperature is high.
Gear range display when driving
The current gear is displayed on the multi-information display. (P. 184)
Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever or shift paddle switch is operated. (The
warning buzzer will sound twice.)
When driving with the cruise control system or dynamic radar cruise control
system
Engine braking will not occur during shift range selection in the D position
or S mode, even when downshifting to range 5 or 4. (P. 198, 202)
Snow mode automatic deactivation
Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned off after driving in snow mode.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 5 1 4

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6-1. Specifications
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Manual transmission
Clutch
Fluid capacity*7.5 L (7.9 qt., 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission
of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity1.8 L (1.9 qt., 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil typeAPI GL-5
Recommended gear oil viscos-
itySAE75W-90
Clutch free play5  15 mm (0.2  0.6 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3