cooling Lexus IS250C 2010 Owner's Manual

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CAUTION
■When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is OFF.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric
cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. (→P. 400)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in the eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to
dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

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Engine compartment
IS350C
Battery (→P. 4 0 2 )
Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 395)
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 395)
Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 4 0 0 )
Fuse boxes ( →P. 4 2 7 )Washer fluid tank
(→P. 405)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 4 0 0 )
Radiator ( →P. 4 0 0 )
Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 398)

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Maintenance and care
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IS250C
Battery (→P. 4 0 2 )
Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 395)
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 395)
Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 4 0 0 )
Fuse boxes ( →P. 4 2 7 )Washer fluid tank
(→P. 405)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 4 0 0 )
Radiator ( →P. 4 0 0 )
Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 398)

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Maintenance and care
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■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap, radiator cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus dealer pressure test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology.U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -31 °F [-35 °C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45%
deionized water. (Enabled: -44 °F [-42 °C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the cap is
removed, causing burns or other injuries.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of water
and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion protection
and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it damaging parts or paint.

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9E/G-B60 AFR CTRL-B, ETCS, ALT-S, A/F, TEL,
STR LOCK
10ABS150 AVDIM
11RH J/B-B30 AFR DOOR RH, AM2
12MAIN30 AH-LP R LWR, H-LP L LWR
13STARTER30 ASmart access system with push-button
start
14LH J/B-B30 AFR DOOR LH, SECURITY
15P/ I - B60 AINJ, F/PMP, EFI
16EPS80 APo w e r s t e e r i n g
17ALT150 A
LH J/B-AM, E/G-AM, GLW PLG2,
HEATER, FAN1, FAN2, ABS2, RH
J/B-AM, GLW PLG1, RR R/B-AM
18RR R/B-AM80 A
DEFOG, PSB, ROOF RH, ROOF
LH, LGG RH, LGG LH, LGG LCK
RH, LGG LCK LH, P-TRAY MAIN,
P-T R AY S I D E
19GLW PLG150 APTC heater
20RH J/B-AM80 A
OBD, STOP SW, TI&TE, FR P/SEAT
RH, RAD NO.3, ECU-IG RH,
RH-IG, FR S/HTR RH, ACC, CIG,
PWR OUTLET, DOOR DL
21ABS230 AVDIM
22FA N 240 AElectric cooling fans
23FA N 140 AElectric cooling fans
24HEATER50 AAir conditioning system
25GLW PLG250 APTC heater
FuseAmpereCircuit

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any
of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the automatic air
conditioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam: Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam sub-
sides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Remove the engine compartment cover. ( →P. 394)
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating: Wait until the temperature of the engine (shown on the
instrument cluster) begins to fall and then stop the engine.
If the fan is not operating: Stop the engine immediately and call your local Lexus
dealer.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and inspect
the radiator core (radiator) for
any leaks.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
10_IS250C/350C_UHow to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Com-
mittee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity9.6 q t.
(9.1 L, 8.0 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

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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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