lights Lexus IS250C 2010 Workshop Manual

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
10_IS250C/350C_U
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start, even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
→P. 142), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( →P. 142)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 9 3 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 506)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn ov er, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 506)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode,
then start the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.STEP5
STEP6

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6-1. Specifications
10_IS250C/350C_U
Ignition system
Electrical system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.

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Vehicle specifications
10_IS250C/350C_U
Light bulbs
A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: H11 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: HB3 halogen bulbs
E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
F: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
HeadlightsHigh beam
Low/high beam (discharge bulbs)
Low beam (halogen bulbs)
9005D4S
H116035
55D
A
B
Front turn signal lightsWY21W21C
Parking lightsW5W5E
Front fog lightsH1155B
Tr u n k l i g h t5F
Rear turn signal lightsWY21W21C
Back-up lights92116E
Outer foot lights5E
Interior
Vanity lights1.5F
Interior light5E
Door courtesy lights5E

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10_IS250C/350C_U
Power win-
dows
(
→P. 7 8 )
Wireless remote control
linked operationOnOff
Retractable
hardtop
(
→P. 8 5 )
Retractable hardtop
operation control linked
to the intuitive parking
assist
OnOff
Automatic
light control
system
(
→P. 1 7 3 )
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Lights
(
→P. 1 74 )
Daytime running light sys-
tem (U.S.A. only)OnOff
Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
→P. 177)
Switching operation when
the vehicle is stationaryOnOff
Drip prevention functionOnOff
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e t h e
drip prevention function
operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on
the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
Intuitive park-
ing assist
(
→P. 1 9 8 )
Back sensor operation
display and buzzerOnOff
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Distance which a sensor
detects4.9 ft. (150 cm)2.0 ft. (60 cm)
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Vehicle specifications
10_IS250C/350C_U
Multi-information display (→P. 1 6 8 )
Illumination
(
→P. 3 3 8 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff
Operation after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned OFF
OnOff
Front foot well lightsOnOff
Shift lever lightOnOff
Outer foot lightOnOff
Available languageEnglish and French
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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Alphabetical index
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Back-up lightsWattage ................................................... 541
Battery Checking ............................................... 402
If the vehicle has a discharged battery..................................................506
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 220
Bluetooth
® audio ................................ 289
Bluetooth® phone ............................... 307
Brake Fluid ..........................................................400
Parking brake ........................................ 157
Brake assist ............................................. 204
Care
Exterior ....................................................374
Interior......................................................377
Seat belts ............................................... 378
Cargo capacity ....................................... 216
Cargo hooks .......................................... 359
CD changer ........................................... 250
CD player................................................ 250
Chains....................................................... 220
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition.....................116
Booster seats, installation ................ 123
Convertible seats, definition ............116
Convertible seats, installation ....... 123
Front passenger occupant
classification system ...........................111
Infant seats, definition ..........................116
Infant seats, installation...................... 123
Installing CRS with LATCH
anchors ................................................... 121
Installing CRS with seat belts ........ 123 Installing CRS with top straps........126
Child safety
Airbag precautions ............................ 106
Battery precautions ............ 404, 508
Child restraint system ......................... 116
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................................68
Installing child restraints................... 120
Power window lock switch .............. 78
Power window precautions ........... 80
Removed electronic key battery precautions........................................426
Seat belt guide........................................66
Seat belt extender precautions...... 70
Seat belt precautions ..........................69
Seat heater precautions..................357
Trunk precautions................................. 49
Cigarette lighter....................................353
Cleaning Exterior.................................................... 374
Interior ..................................................... 377
Seat belts ................................................378
Clock .........................................................348
Compass ..................................................368
Condenser ............................................. 400
Console box ............................................ 341
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 509
Cornering assist sensors .................... 198
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Cruise controlCruise control ...................................... 183
Dynamic radar crui se control .......187
Cup holder ..............................................343
Customizable features .......................557
Daytime running light system ............174
Defogger
Rear window........................................ 238
Side mirror ............................................ 238
Dimension ................................................526
Dinghy towing .............................225, 226
Display Dynamic radar crui se control .......187
Satellite switch mode ....................... 349
Trip information ....................................169
Warning message..............................472
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............ 386
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights.........................338
Wattage....................................................541
Doors
Door lock................................ 28, 40, 43
Door windows ....................................... 78
Side mirrors ............................................. 75
Driver's seat belt reminder light .....465
Driving Correct posture .................................... 98
Procedures ............................................. 132
Driving position memory ...................... 56 Electric power steering...................... 204
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly..............................501
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ................497
If the retractable hardtop does not close ................................... 514
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 499
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .................................................506
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 463
If the warning light turns on.......... 463
If the warning message is displayed ............................................. 472
If you have a flat tire ........................ 486
If you lose your keys ........................500
If you think something is wrong .................................................. 459
If the electronic key does not operate properly..............................501
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 512
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 453
If your vehicle overheats................509
Emergency flashers Switch...................................................... 452
Engine Compartment ......................................392
Engine switch ........................................ 142
Hood ....................................................... 389
How to start the engine ................... 142
Identification number .......................527
If the engine will not start ................497
Ignition switch ....................................... 142
Overheating ........................................509
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Engine compartment cover............. 394
Engine coolantCapacity...................................................531
Checking ............................................... 398
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 220
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................................... 159
Engine immobilizer system ..................93
Engine oil Capacity.................................................530
Checking ............................................... 395
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 220
Engine oil maintenance data ............397
EPS............................................................. 204
Event data recorder.............................. 461
Floor mat.................................................. 358
Fluid Brake .......................................................400
Washer ................................................... 405
Fog lights Switch ........................................................ 176
Wattage ................................................... 541
Foot well lights....................................... 338
Front fog lights Switch ........................................................ 176
Wattage ................................................... 541 Front passenger occupant
classification system ............................. 111
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light...................................... 465
Front seats Adjustment .................................................51
Driving position memory ..................56
Seat position memory ........................60
Front turn signal lights Switch........................................................ 156
Wattage ................................................... 541
Fuel
Capacity .................................................529
Fuel gauge.............................................. 159
Fuel pump shut off system............ 460
Information ............................................542
Refueling....................................................90
Fuel door .....................................................90
Fuel filler door ...........................................90
Fuel pump shut off system.................460
Fuses .......................................................... 427
Garage door opener .......................... 362
Gauges ...................................................... 159
Glove box ................................................340
Glove box light ....................................... 341
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Hands-free system for mobile phone ...............................307
Hazard lights Switch ...................................................... 452
Head restraints Adjusting .................................................. 62
Headlight aim .........................................443
Headlight cleaner .................................. 182
Headlights Discharge headlight
precautions .......................................450
Replacing light bulbs........................ 444
Switch ........................................................ 173
Wattage....................................................541
Heaters Seat heaters..........................................355
Side mirror ............................................ 238
Hill-start assist control ......................... 210
Hood ......................................................... 389
Hooks
Cargo ......................................................359
Shopping bag......................................359
Horn ............................................................ 158
I/M test ..................................................... 385
Identification Engine ..................................................... 527
Vehicle .................................................... 527
Ignition switch.......................................... 142
Illuminated entry system ................... 338
Indicator lights......................................... 165
Initialization Items to initialize ................................. 562 Inside rear view mirror ...........................74
Interior lights
Interior lights ........................................ 338
Switch...................................................... 339
Wattage ................................................... 541
Jack Positioning a floor jack ................... 390
Vehicle-equipped jack................... 486
Jack handle ............................................. 486
Keyless entry ............................................. 40
Keys Electronic key ......................................... 24
Engine switch ........................................ 142
If you lose your keys ........................500
If the electronic key does not operate properly..............................501
Key number.............................................. 24
Keyless entry........................................... 40
Keys.............................................................. 24
Mechanical key ......................................25
Wireless remote control key.......... 40H
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