oil level check Lexus IS250C 2010 Owner's Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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NOTICE
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indicators)
Have your Lexus dealer check and replace the brake pads as soon as possible.
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Front brake only: Moderate levels of the brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced
front braking power. As a result, the discs may wear more quickly than conventional
brake discs. Therefore, when replacing the brake pads, Lexus recommends that you
also have the thickness of the discs measured.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or
those of the brake discs are exceeded.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
●The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( →P. 4 8 8 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle.
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to
have your Lexus dealer check the following.
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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2-5. Driving information
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
● Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand, and that
chains match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.

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4-2. Maintenance
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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryMaintenance-free. (→P. 4 0 2 )
Brake fluidAt the correct level? ( →P. 4 0 0 )
Engine coolantAt the correct level? ( →P. 3 9 8 )
Engine oilAt the correct level? ( →P. 3 9 5 )
Exhaust systemNo fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
(→ P. 4 0 0 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dAt the correct level? ( →P. 4 0 5 )
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed
at the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Services Guide” or “Owners
Manual Supplement”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Lexus dealer or qualified service
shop for advice.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Engine oilWith 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. After turning off the engine, wait
more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and 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.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully. Low
Full
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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 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 selection→ P. 5 3 0
Oil quantity
(Low → Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine coolantThe coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
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.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The roof switch was
pressed while the lug-
gage cover was not in the
correct position.
(→ P. 8 1 )
Indicates that the parking
brake is still engaged.
flashes and a
buzzer sounds to indi-
cate that the parking
brake is still engaged
(with the vehicle having
reached a speed of 3
mph [5 km/h]).
Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the washer
fluid level is low.Add washer fluid.
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
MessageDetailsCorrection procedure

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Alphabetical index
10_IS250C/350C_U
Warning buzzersBrake system ....................................... 463
Open door .......................................... 465
Seat belt reminder ............................ 465
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .................. 464
Brake assist system .......................... 464
Brake system ....................................... 463
Charging system ............................... 463
Electric power steering
warning light ..................................... 464
Low fuel level....................................... 465
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 464
Master warning light ........................ 465
Open door ........................................... 465
Pre-collision system ......................... 464
Pretensioners ...................................... 464
Seat belt reminder light .................. 465
SRS airbags .......................................... 464
Tire pressure warning
light........................................................ 465
Warning messages
Dynamic radar cruise control ........................473, 475
Engine oil level .................................... 475
Engine oil maintenance.................. 475
Engine oil pressure............................472
Hood ....................................................... 475
Intuitive parking assist ..........473, 475
Open door ........................................... 475
Parking brake ...................................... 475
Pre-collision system ..............473, 475
Retractable hardtop ..............473, 475 Smart access system with
push-button start ............................482
Steering lock......................................... 473
Tire pressure warning system.................... 473, 475
Trunk ........................................................475
Washer fluid ......................................... 475
Washer
Checking .............................................. 405
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................220
Switch......................................................... 177
Washing and waxing ........................... 374
Weight Cargo capacity .....................................216
Load limits ...............................................219
Weight.....................................................526
Wheels ......................................................420
Window glasses ...................................... 78
Window lock switch ............................... 78
Windows Power windows ..................................... 78
Rear window defogger...................238
Washer ..................................................... 177
Windshield wipers.................................. 177
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.......................425
WMA disc ............................................... 257W