oil level Lexus IS250 2015 Owner's Manual

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................... 458
If you think something is wrong........................................... 464
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 465
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ......................................... 466
If a warning message is displayed .....................................472
If you have a flat tire .................. 486
If the engine will not start ........ 496
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........................... 498
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............. 499
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................................. 502
If your vehicle overheats .........506
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................................509 9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ....................512
Fuel information ......................... 522
Tire information........................... 525
9-2. Customization Customizable features .............537
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize......................... 546
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 548
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French).................................. 549
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French).................................. 550
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............................... 560
Alphabetical index ................................ 5649Vehicle specifications
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Index
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio/video system•Intuitive parking assist
•Rear view monitor system

4057-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at
the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommended that any problem you notice should
be brought to the attention of your Lex us dealer or qualified service shop for
advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (→ P. 4 2 0 )
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( →P. 4 1 9 )
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (→ P. 4 1 7 )
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (→P. 4 1 4 )
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from for-
eign objects. ( →P. 4 1 8 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dIs there sufficient washer fluid? ( →P. 4 2 2 )

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct proce-
dure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(→ P. 4 2 0 )•Warm water• Baking soda•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(→ P. 4 1 9 )• SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant level
(→ P. 4 1 7 )
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality
ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite
and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(→ P. 4 1 4 )• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses
(→ P. 4 4 1 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(→ P. 444)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver•Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser ( →P. 4 1 8 )
Tire inflation pres-
sure ( →P. 4 3 2 )• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d
(→ P. 4 2 2 )• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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Engine compartment
Fuse boxes (→P. 4 4 1 )
Battery ( →P. 4 2 0 )
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 4 1 4 )
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 4 1 7 )
Engine oil filler cap (→ P. 4 1 5 )Brake fluid reservoir (
→P. 4 1 9 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k ( →P. 422)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 4 1 8 )
Radiator ( →P. 4 1 8 )1
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4147-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on
the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil Park the vehicle on level ground. Afte r warming up the engine and turning
it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out and check the oil
level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of the
same type as that already in the
engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before adding
oil.Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situations,
oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oil
maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example direct ly after purchasing the vehicle or after
replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving while accel-
erating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
Engine oil selection →P. 5 1 5
Oil quantity (Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
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CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harm ful contaminants which may cause skin dis-
orders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid pro-
longed and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filter s only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of
used oil and filters in household tras h, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning
recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

4788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53C50U)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the windows and the moon roof are not
fully closed (with the engine switch off, and the driver’s
door open) A buzzer also sounds.
→ Close all the windows and the moon roof.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake override system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that engine oil level is low
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The automatic headlight leveling system; or
• The Automatic High Beam system (if equipped)
• The LED headlight system (if equipped)
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedal are being
depressed simultaneously
→Release the accelerator or brake pedal.
Indicates that the tire inflation pressure is low
→Check the tire inflation pressure, and adjust to the
appropriate level.
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9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 512
Fuel information.......................... 522
Tire information ........................... 525
9-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 537
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ......................... 546

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*1:Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with 255/35R18 tires
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length183.7 in. (4665 mm)
Overall width71.3 in. (1810 mm)
Overall height*156.3 in. (1430 mm)
Wheelbase110.2 in. (2800 mm)
Tr e a d*1Front60.4 in. (1535 mm)
Rear61.0 in. (1550 mm)
60.6 in. (1540 mm)*2
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + lug-
gage)825 lb. (375 kg)