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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning message is displayed
Stop the vehicle immediately.A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to
the vehicle that may lead to an acci dent. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
(Flashing)
Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure.
The warning light may turn on if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning li ght turns on again after performing the following
actions, contact your Lexus dealer.

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Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that the engine
oil is scheduled to be
changed.
Check and the engine oil,
and change if necessary.
Comes on approximately
4500 miles (7200 km)
after the engine oil is
changed. (The indicator
will not work properly
unless the oil mainte-
nance data has been
reset).
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed.
Check and change the
engine oil.
Comes on approximately
5000 miles (8000 km)
after the engine oil is
changed (and the oil
maintenance data has
been reset).

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Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashing and then con-tinuously on)
(If equipped)
(Flashing)Indicates that the radar
cruise control system is
unable to judge vehicle-
to-vehicle distance.
• Switch the driving mode to either the normal or
PWR mode.
• If the windshield wipers are on, turn them off or
set them to either the
intermittent or the slow
mode.
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
Indicates that your vehi-
cle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in radar cruise
mode).
Slow the vehicle by apply-
ing the brakes.
■Changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil change system. ( P. 2 6 4 )
■Warning light display in radar cruise mode
In the following cases, the warning light may not be displayed even if vehicle-to-
vehicle distance closes.
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the
vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed

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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 torq ue wrench to 10.5 kgf•m (103 N•m, 76
ft•lbf) 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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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Lubrication system
*: 5W-30 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency.
Oil viscosity
●5W oils are for use in areas where the ambient temperature is -3F (-25C) or
above. "10W" oils are for areas where the ambient temperature is -4
F (-20C)
or above. Oils with smaller figures are better for engine starting in cold weather
and fuel efficiency.
● XX-30 indicates oil viscosity. Oils with higher numbers have better sta-
bility at higher temperatures and are good for high-speed driving.
IS250IS350
Oil capacity
(drain and refill)
with filter
2WD models
AWD models
6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 lmp.qt.)
6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.7 lmp.qt.)6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 lmp.qt.)

without filter
2WD models
AWD models
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 lmp.qt.)
6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 lmp.qt.)6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 lmp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multi-grade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosity
Use Lexus approved "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or
equivalent to satisfy the above grade and viscosity.
Temperature range anticipated before
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Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that
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
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, 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)
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
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 inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
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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Vehicle specifications
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Pow e r w i n d ow
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 4 1
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oilP. 2 6 4
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 tires inflated to a higher than standard tire pressure
P. 2 76
After reconnecting or performing main tenance on the battery, the follow-
ing items must be initialized for normal system operation.

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Alphabetical index
DoorsDoor glasses ............................................. 41
Door lock.................................................... 15
Side mirrors ............................................. 39
Driver's seat belt reminder light ...... 331
Driving Correct posture .................................... 55
Procedures .............................................. 82
Driving position memory ...................... 24
Electric power steering (EPS).......... 139
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged ....................................359
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...............356
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 357
If the vehicle has discharged battery .................................................. 362
If the warning buzzer sounds ...... 329
If the warning light turns on .......... 329
If the warning message is
displayed ............................................ 334
If you have a flat tire .........................348
If you lose your keys.........................358
If you think something is wrong ................................................... 325
If your electronic key battery is discharged ....................................359
If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 367
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................................... 318
If your vehicle overheats ................365
Engine Compartment ....................................... 261 Engine switch ......................................... 89
Hood ....................................................... 258
How to start the engine .................... 89
If the engine will not start ............... 356
Overheating ........................................ 365
Engine compartment cover ............. 263
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................374
Checking............................................... 268
Preparing and checking before winter........................................151
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................................... 100
Engine immobilizer system ................. 50
Engine oil Capacity .................................................373
Checking................................................264
Preparing and checking before winter........................................151
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 267
EPS (Electric power steering) ..........139
Event data recorder ............................ 327
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 230
Floor mat .................................................. 229
Fluid Brake ........................................................270
Washer.................................................... 274
Fog lights Switch .......................................................... 116
Wattage ................................................. 383
Foot well lighting.................................... 201
Front fog lights Switch .......................................................... 116
Wattage ................................................. 383
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Light bulbsReplacing ................................................ 310
Wattage..................................................383
Lights Door courtesy lights...........................201
Fog light switch ...................................... 116
Headlights switch ..................................113
Interior light switch ............................ 203
Outer foot lights ...................................201
Overhead courtesy light..................201
Personal light switch ........................ 203
Replacing light bulbs......................... 310
Scuff lighting ...........................................201
Shift lever lighting ................................201
Turn signal lever .................................... 98
Vanity lights ............................................ 212
Wattage..................................................383
Limited slip differential (LSD) ........... 139
Load capacity .......................................... 150
LSD (Limited slip differential) ........... 139
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 255
General maintenance .......................251
Maintenance data.............................. 370
Maintenance requirements .......... 249
Manual transmission............................... 96
Meter Instrument panel light control ........ 101
Meters ...................................................... 100
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror....................... 38
Side mirror heater ...............................170
Side mirrors ............................................. 39
Vanity mirrors........................................ 212
Moon roof ................................................... 44 MP3 disc
........................................................ 187
Multi-information display ......................109
Odometer ................................................ 100
Oil Engine oil................................................264
Opener Fuel filler door ......................................... 47
Hood ....................................................... 258
Trunk............................................................. 19
Outer foot lights Outer foot lights................................... 201
Wattage ................................................. 383
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ..........................39
Driving position memory .................. 24
Outside temperature display ............. 110
Overhead console ............................... 207
Overhead courtesy lights Overhead courtesy lights ............... 201
Wattage ................................................. 383
Overheating, Engine ............................. 365
Parking assist sensors...........................133
Parking brake............................................ 99
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 310
Switch .......................................................... 113
Wattage ................................................. 383
PCS (Pre-collision system) ................144
Personal lights Switch ...................................................... 203
Micro dust and pollen removal mode ........................................................166
Power outlet .............................................219
Power windows .......................................... 41L
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TrunkExtending a space ............................. 227
Opener........................................................ 19
Trunk light Trunk light ................................................ 20
Wattage ................................................. 383
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .........................310
Switch ......................................................... 98
Wattage ................................................. 383
Vanity lights Vanity lights ............................................ 212
Wattage ................................................. 383
Vanity mirrors ............................................. 212
VDIM (Vehicle dynamics integrated managem ent)................. 139
Vehicle dynamics integrated management (VDIM) ....................... 139
Vehicle identification number .......... 371
Vehicle stability control (VSC) ........ 139
Ventilators................................................222
VSC (Vehicle stability control) ........ 139
Warning buzzers Brake system ....................................... 329
Downshifting........................................... 95
Open door ............................................ 331
Seat belt reminder ............................ 330
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 330
Brake assist system .......................... 330
Brake system ....................................... 329
Charging system ............................... 330
Electric power steering warning light ..................................... 330 Electronic engine control
system ................................................. 330
Low fuel level ........................................ 331
Low tire pressure warning light ......................................................... 331
Master warning light.......................... 331
Open door ............................................. 331
Pre-collision system......................... 330
Pretensioners ...................................... 330
Seat belt reminder light.................... 331
SRS airbags.......................................... 330
Warning messages Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 338
AWD system ...................................... 335
Brake assist (BA) .............................. 338
Dynamic radar cruise control........... 335, 339, 339
Engine oil level ....................................339
Engine oil maintenance ..................339
Engine oil pressure ...........................334
Hill-start assist control .................... 338
Hood ........................................................339
Lexus parking assist sensor ...................................... 335, 339
Moon roof .............................................339
Open door ............................................339
Parking brake ......................................339
Pre-collision system............. 335, 339
Smart access system with push-button start ............................345
Steering lock........................................ 335
Tire inflation pressure warning system................... 335, 339
Traction control (TRC) .................. 338
Trunk ........................................................339
Vehicle stability control (VSC).................................................. 338
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