lock Lexus IS250C 2010 Do-It-Yourself Maintenance / LEXUS 2010 IS350C/250C OWNERS MANUAL (OM53A20U)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
: If equipped
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be
a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent.
Press the shift lock override but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key linked functions
Doors
Remove the cover on the driver’s
door handle using the mechanical
key (P. 25) in order to perform
the following operations.
Locks both side doors
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver's door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the passenger’s
door.
Return the cover to the original
position after use.
If communication between the electron ic key and vehicle is interrupted
(  P. 32) or the electronic key cann ot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In su ch cases, the doors and trunk can be
opened or the engine can be started by following the procedure below.

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Tr u n kRemove the cover using a flathead
screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body, as shown in the
illustration.
Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
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If the retractable hardtop does not close
Unlock the trunk. (P. 4 7 )
Open the trunk fully.
If the retractable hardtop does not clos e when the switch is pressed, check
that all operating conditions are met. ( P. 8 6 )
If the retractable hardtop will not cl ose even though all operating condi-
tions have been met, there may be a malfunction. Immediately have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
As a temporary measure, the following procedure can be performed to
manually close the retractable hardtop.
■ Notes for manually closing the retractable hardtop
●This procedure requires 2 people.
● There is some risk of damage to the vehicle during the procedure,
such as when applying consi derable force or removing and
installing various parts. If you are unsure of how to perform this
procedure properly, it is recommended that you contact your
Lexus dealer.
● Protect your hands with gloves etc. when placing them in narrow
spaces.
● Before starting the procedure, turn the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch off.
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Using an open-end wrench, turn
the six-sided part of the silver rod
as far as possible.
The plate brackets will rise up.
Using a hexagon wrench, remove
the 2 bolts and lock on the left and
right sides of the vehicle.
The lock on the left side of the vehi-
cle can be removed. However, the
lock on the right side of the vehicle
cannot be removed completely as
it is attached to a wire harness.
Holding the parts in the same
places as those shown in the illus-
tration, carefully raise the roof
panel and move it toward the front
of the vehicle.
Performing this procedure by hold-
ing parts other than those indi-
cated may result in damage to the
vehicle or serious injury.
Let go of the roof panel once it
begins to lower on its own.
The roof panel will not lower com-
pletely.
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STEP 15
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Remove the forward lock cover
located on the ceiling.
Insert the end of the hexagon
wrench and turn it counterclock-
wise as far as possible to release
the forward lock.
The roof panel will be fully lowered.
Be careful not to catch your hands
or fingers between the roof panel
and vehicle body when releasing
the lock.
Turn the hexagon wrench clock-
wise as far as possible to lock the
roof panel.
Do not forcibly turn the wrench
beyond the stopping point.
STEP 17
STEP 18
STEP 19

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Holding the parts in the same
places as those shown in the illus-
trations, carefully raise the rear
window panel until it comes into
contact with the roof panel.
Performing this procedure by hold-
ing parts other than those indi-
cated may result in damage to the
vehicle or serious injury.
If the rear window panel cannot be
raised, move it lightly up and down
2 or 3 times.
Be careful not to catch your hand
or fingers between the roof panel
and rear window panel.
Remove the rearward lock cover
located on the ceiling.
Insert the end of the hexagon
wrench and turn it clockwise as far
as possible to lock the rear window
panel and the roof panel.
Do not forcibly turn the wrench
beyond the stopping point.
STEP 20
STEP21
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Holding the parts in the same
places as those shown in the illus-
trations, push the trunk lid down
toward the front of the vehicle until
it locks.
Performing this procedure by hold-
ing parts other than those indi-
cated may result in damage to the
vehicle or serious injury.
Close the trunk lid.
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6-1. Specifications
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at factory
fill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equiva-
lent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary, con- tact your Lexus dealer.
Oil capacity
IS350C:
1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
IS250C: 1.20 qt. (1.15 L, 1.01 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85
GL-5” or equivalent
Fluid capacity*
IS350C: 8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)
IS250C:
7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.5 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 vibra-
tion, and ultimately damage the auto matic transmission of your vehicle.