run flat Lexus IS250 2006 Other Functions / LEXUS 2006 IS350/250 FROM MAY 2006 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53619U)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
• Bottle holders/door pockets ........................................... 213
3-5. Other interior features............ 215 Sun visors.......................................... 215
Vanity mirror ................................... 216
Clock .................................................. 217
Satellite switches ........................... 218
Ashtrays ............................................ 221
Cigarette lighter ........................... 222
Power outlet ................................... 223
Seat heaters .................................... 224
Seat heaters and ve ntilators .... 226
Armrest ............................................ 228
Rear sunshade ............................... 229
Extended trunk............................... 231
Coat hooks ..................................... 232
Floor mat.......................................... 233
Trunk features................................ 234
Garage door opener .................. 237
Compass........................................... 242
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 maintena nce ................ 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
5-1. Essential information ............... 322 If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 322
If you think something is wrong ............................................. 329
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● 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 signal lights P. 103

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4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
ItemsCheck points
Door/trunk• Operate smoothly?
Engine hood• The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks• Is there any leakage after parking?
Ti r e
• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.

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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing
eyelet(s). This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for short
distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to s teer and operate the brakes. The vehi-
cle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condi-
tion.
Towing eyelets
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing se rvice, using a lift-type truck or a flat
bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towi ng, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle’s front wheels and axles must be in good
condition. ( P. 3 2 6 )
If they are damaged, use a to wing dolly or flat bed truck.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temper ature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, sp ongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or injuries due to the vehicle sud-
denly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone 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 greate r than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
■Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
The oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen, causing a serious accident.
Remove any oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
●Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5
kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and the wheels
may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.

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Alphabetical index
TrunkExtending a space .............................. 231
Opener.......................................................23
Trunk light Trunk light ................................................. 24
Wattage .................................................388
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 314
Switch ........................................................103
Wattage .................................................388
Vanity lights Vanity lights ............................................ 216
Wattage .................................................388
Vanity mirrors ............................................. 216
VDIM (Vehicle dynamics integrated managem ent)................. 144
Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) ....................... 144
Vehicle identification number .........375
Vehicle stability control (VSC) ........ 144
Ventilators................................................226
VSC (Vehicle stability control) ........ 144
Warning buzzers Brake system ....................................... 333
Open door .......................................... 335
Seat belt reminder ............................ 334
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 334
Brake assist system .......................... 334
Brake 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 door ........................................... 335
Pre-collision system..........................334
Pretensioners .......................................334
Seat belt reminder light.................. 335
SRS airbags...........................................334
Warning messages AWD system .......................................339
Dynamic radar cruise control....................... 339, 343
Engine oil level ....................................343
Engine oil maintenance ..................343
Engine oil pressure .......................... 338
Hill-start assist control ..................... 342
Hood ........................................................343
Lexus parking assist sensor ...................................... 339, 343
Moon roof .............................................343
Open door ............................................343
Parking brake ......................................343
Pre-collision system............. 339, 343
Smart access system with push-button start ............................349
Steering lock.........................................339
Tire inflation pressure warning system................... 339, 343
Traction control (TRC) ................... 342
Trunk ........................................................343
Vehicle stability control (VSC)................................................... 342
Washer fluid .........................................343
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 3 5 2If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 3 6 0If the engine will not start
P. 5 4Engine immobilizer system
P. 3 6 3If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 3 6 1If 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. 3 6 9If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 3 6 2If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 3 6 6If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 1 9Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 5 6Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 3 7 1If the vehicle becomes stuck

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 2 6 2Trunk openerP. 2 3Fuel filler door P. 5 1
Hood lock release lever P. 2 6 2Fuel filler door opener P. 5 1Tire inflation pressureP. 3 8 3
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65L, 14.3 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 52, 377
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 3 8 3
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
IS250 IS250
(2WD models) (AWD models) IS350
With filler 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.8 (6.4, 5.7) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Without filler 6.2 (5.9
, 5.2)6.3 (6.0, 5.3) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2)
Engine oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 378
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE-5W-30