open hood Lexus IS250C 2014 Owner's Manual

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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features............... 356
• Glove box .................................... 357
• Console box ............................... 358
• Cup holders................................. 359
• Auxiliary box ............................... 362
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 363
Vanity mirror .................................. 364
Clock ................................................. 365
Satellite switches .......................... 366
Ashtrays ........................................... 369
Cigarette lighter ........................... 370
Power outlet .................................... 371
Seat heaters and ventilators ..................................... 372
Floor mat.......................................... 374
Trunk features................................ 375
Garage door opener.................. 378
Compass......................................... 384
Safety Connect ............................ 388 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 396
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................... 401
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..... 404
General maintenance ................ 406
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 409
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 410
Hood .................................................. 413
Positioning a floor jack................ 414
Engine compartment................... 416
Tires .................................................... 431
Tire inflation pressure.................. 441
Wheels ............................................. 445
Air conditioning filter.................. 447
Electronic key battery ................ 449
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................. 451
Headlight aim ................................ 466
Light bulbs....................................... 468
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever
Fog light switch P. 176
P. 158
P. 180
Shift paddle switches P. 155
Gauges and meters P. 161
Multi-information display P. 171
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 182
Engine (ignition) switch P. 147
Trunk opener main switch P. 51
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 76
Audio remote control switches *1P. 300
Horn P. 160Glove box P. 357
Parking brake pedal P. 159
Hood lock release lever P. 413
Inside door lock buttons P. 47

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forcible entry is
detected.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set.
● A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the entry function, wireless remote door lock function
or mechanical key.
● The hood is opened.
■ Setting the alarm system
If the retractable hardtop is
open, close it.
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock both side doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
● Unlock the doors or trunk using the entry function, wireless
remote door lock functi on or mechanical key.
● Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode, or start the engine. (The alarm will be
deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)

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Before driving
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following.
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and retractable hardtop are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
Stopping the alarm deactivates the system.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door,
the trunk or hood.
●The battery is recharged or replaced
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Hood
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and
cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the auxiliary catch lever and
lift the hood.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the
steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, causing serious
injury such as burns.
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the engine is
running.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure.
Add engine coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if engine coolant
is unavailable. (→P. 5 5 9 )
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
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Alphabetical index
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Odometer .................................................. 161
OilEngine oil ............................................... 420
Opener
Fuel filler door ........................................ 95
Hood ......................................................... 413
Trunk ............................................................. 51
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights................................. 354
Wattage .................................................568
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ..........................79
Mirror position memory ..................... 61
Outside temperature display............ 172
Overheating, Engine .......................... 536 Parking assist sensors*...................... 208
Parking brake .......................................... 159
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 468
Switch.........................................................176
Wattage ................................................. 568
PCS ............................................................ 222
Personal lights Switch...................................................... 355
Power outlet..............................................371
Power windows ........................................82
Pre-collision system............................. 222
Radar cruise control............................. 194
Radiator .................................................... 425
Radio*........................................................ 256
RDS* ..........................................................258
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 468
Wattage ................................................. 568
Rear view mirror Compass............................................... 384
Rear window defogger* ..................... 251
Replacing Electronic key battery ......................449
Fuses.......................................................... 451
Light bulbs ............................................ 468
Tires ........................................................... 513
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..........................................592
Retractable hardtop ...............................86OP
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Warning buzzersBrake system ......................................... 491
Open door .......................................... 493
Seat belt reminder ............................ 493
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .................. 492
Brake assist system .......................... 492
Brake system ......................................... 491
Charging system ................................. 491
Electric power steering system
warning light ..................................... 492
Low fuel level....................................... 493
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 492
Master warning light ........................ 493
Open door ........................................... 493
Pre-collision system ......................... 492
Pretensioners ...................................... 492
Seat belt reminder light .................. 493
SRS airbags .......................................... 492
Tire pressure warning
light........................................................ 493
Warning messages
Dynamic radar cruise control ........................501, 503
Engine oil level ....................................503
Engine oil maintenance..................503
Engine oil pressure.......................... 500
Hood .......................................................503
Intuitive parking assist ..........501, 503
Open door ...........................................503
Parking brake ......................................503
Pre-collision system ..............501, 503
Retractable hardtop ..............501, 503 Smart access system with
push-button start ............................. 510
Steering lock.......................................... 501
Trunk ....................................................... 503
Washer fluid ........................................ 503
Washer
Checking .............................................. 430
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................233
Switch........................................................ 182
Washing and waxing ........................... 396
Weight Cargo capacity ................................... 229
Load limits ............................................. 232
Weight.....................................................552
Wheels ...................................................... 445
Window glasses ...................................... 82
Window lock switch ...............................83
Windows Power windows ..................................... 82
Rear window defogger.................... 251
Washer .................................................... 182
Windshield wiper de-icer.................. 252
Windshield wipers................................. 182
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.......................449
WMA disc* ...............................................271W
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 4 1 3Trunk openerP. 5 1Fuel filler door P. 9 5
Hood lock release lever P. 4 1 3Fuel filler door openerP. 9 5Tire inflation pressureP. 5 6 3
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 96, 555
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 5 6 3
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference)qt. (L, Imp. qt.)
Without filter 6.2 (5.9
, 5.2)With filter 6.7 (6.3, 5.5)
Engine oil typeP. 5 5 6