flat tire Lexus IS250 2009 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2009 IS350/250 (OM53669U) Workshop Manual

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Tire related termMeaning
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent
plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fab-
ric and steel or other mate rials, that, when mounted
on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and
contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater
than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard
Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test
as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test
Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a
Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces,
and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol (
)
on at least one sidewall
Te s t r i mThe rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be
any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire

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Vehicle specifications
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oilP. 3 1 3
Tire pressure warning
system
• When rotating the tires differing with front and rear tire inflation pressures.
• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling
speed.
• When changing the tire size.
P. 3 2 6
The following item must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Cruise controlCruise control .......................................166
Dynamic radar cruise control .......170
Cup holder ..............................................254
Curtain shield airbags............................84
Customizable features ........................ 461
Daytime running light system ........... 157
Defogger Rear window ..........................................218
Side mirror ..............................................218
Dimension ................................................430
Dinghy towing ............................ 205, 206
Display Dynamic radar cruise control .......170
Satellite switch mode .......................260
Trip information ....................................152
Warning message............................. 392
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............304
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights..........................247
Wattage.................................................. 445
Door pockets..........................................256
Doors Door glasses ........................................... 69
Door lock.................................24, 36, 39
Side mirrors ............................................. 66
Driver's seat belt reminder light .... 385
Driving Correct posture .................................... 82
Procedures .............................................. 116
Driving position memory ......................48 Electric power steering....................... 186
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................. 417
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ................. 413
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..................................... 415
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................................... 421
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 383
If the warning light turns on.......... 383
If the warning message is displayed .............................................392
If you have a flat tire ........................ 404
If you lose your keys .......................... 416
If you think something is wrong ...................................................379
If the electronic key does not operate properly.............................. 417
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 427
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................................373
If your vehicle overheats.................424
Emergency flashers Switch ....................................................... 372
Engine Compartment ....................................... 310
Engine switch ........................................ 126
Hood ....................................................... 307
How to start the engine ................... 126
Identification number ........................ 431
If the engine will not start ................. 413
Ignition switch ....................................... 126
Overheating .........................................424
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Shift leverAutomatic transmission......................131
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................................... 415
Manual transmission .......................... 137
Shift lever lighting.................................. 247
Shift lock system ..................................... 415
Shopping bag hooks ............................278
Side airbags ............................................... 84
Side marker lights Switch ........................................................156
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ......................... 66
Mirror position memory ................... 48
Smart access system with push-button startEntry function ..........................................24
Starting the engine.............................. 126
Spare tire Inflation pressure ............................... 336
Storage location................................. 404
Spark plug ............................................... 435
Specifications......................................... 430
Speech command switch*
Speedometer Speed indicator .................................... 142
Speedometer ........................................ 142 Steering wheel
Audio switches....................................245
Manual adjustment............................... 62
Power adjustment................................. 63
Steering wheel positionmemory ..................................................48
Storage feature....................................... 251
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 427
Sun visors ................................................. 257
Sunshade Rear........................................................... 273
Roof.............................................................. 72
Switch ECT switch..............................................132
Emergency flasher switch ............. 372
Engine switch .........................................126
ETCS switch .......................................... 138
Fog light switch .................................... 159
Hazard light switch ........................... 372
Ignition switch ........................................126
Light switches ....................................... 156
Power door lock switch .................... 39
Power window switch ........................69
Satellite switches................................ 260
Transmission shift switches ............ 134
Window lock switch............................69
Wipers and washer switch ............ 160
*: Refer to the “Navigatio n System Owner’s Manual”

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TachometerTacho indicator..................................... 142
Tachometer ............................................ 142
Tail lights Switch ....................................................... 156
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................................... 79
Engine immobilizer system .............. 77
Theft prevention labels ........................... 81
Tire inflation pressure .........................336
Tire information Glossary................................................. 454
Size .............................................................451
Tire identification number ...............451
Uniform tire quality grading ......... 452
Tires Chains .....................................................200
Checking ............................................... 325
If you have a flat tire ..........................404
Inflation pressure................................ 336
Inflation pressure sensor................ 327
Information............................................ 449
Replacing ...............................................404
Rotating tires ........................................ 325
Size ........................................................... 439
Snow tires ..............................................200
Tools ...........................................................404
Total load capacity ................................ 199 Towing
Dinghy towing ........................205, 206
Emergency towing ............................373
Trailer towing ...................................... 204
TRAC ......................................................... 186
Traction control...................................... 186
Transmission shift switches.................134
Trip meter ..................................................142
Trunk Extending a space .............................275
Opener ...................................................... 43
Trunk light Trunk light ................................................. 44
Wattage ................................................. 445
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 363
Switch ........................................................ 139
Wattage ................................................. 445
Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................................... 258
Wattage ................................................. 445
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 258
VDIM.......................................................... 186
Vehicle dynamics integrated management ........................................ 186
Vehicle identification number...........431
Vehicle stability control ...................... 186
Ventilators ............................................... 269
VSC ............................................................ 186T
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 0 4If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 1 3If the engine will not start
P. 7 7Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 1 7If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 4 1 5If 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. 4 2 4If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 1 6If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 2 1If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 3 9Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 7 9Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 2 7If the vehicle becomes stuck

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 3 0 7Trunk openerP. 4 3Fuel filler door P. 74
Hood lock release lever P. 3 0 7Fuel filler door opener P. 74Tire inflation pressureP. 4 3 9
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 75, 433
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 4 3 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
IS250 IS250
(2WD models) (AWD models) IS350
Without filter 6.2 (5.9
, 5.2)6.3 (6.0, 5.3) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2)
With filter 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.8 (6.4, 5.7) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Engine oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 434
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30