engine coolant Lexus IS300 2018 / LEXUS 2018 IS300,IS350 (OM53E34U) User Guide

4777-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a 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 mixt ure of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -31 °F [-35 °C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool ant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -44° F [-42°C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Lexus dealer.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir cap, drain cock and water
pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus de aler test the cap and check for leaks in the
cooling system.
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap, intercooler coolant reservoir cap
(IS300), or coolant inlet cap. ( →P. 579)
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the cap is
removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding 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 cool-
ing. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

5208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal.
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

5368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
→ P. 576
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.) (Canada)

5768-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( →P. 81) enters the red
zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, insp ect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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5778-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Engine coolant reservoir:
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on
the reservoir.
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Intercooler coolant reservoir (IS300):
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on the reser-
voir.
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line4
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5788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emerge ncy if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditio ning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or
hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately an d contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High St op in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-
ual” is shown on the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the engine and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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IS300 AWD)Engine (IS300)
Intercooler (IS300)
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5798-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the h ood, do not open the hood until the steam
has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
●Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the fans and
belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be caught, resulting in seri-
ous injury.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cool ed down sufficiently. Adding cool coolant
to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.
■To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreig n matter (such as sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additive.
●IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD: Do not
loosen the coolant inlet cap or coolant reser-
voir cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
(The coolant inlet cap is located under the
engine cover.)
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.
●IS300: Do not loosen the coolant inlet cap,
coolant reservoir cap, or intercooler reser-
voir cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.

5909-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Cooling system
Capacity*
IS350 AWD/
IS350/IS300
AWD 9.9 qt. (9.4 L, 8.3 Imp. qt.)
IS300
Engine
8.2 qt. (7.8 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)
Intercooler
3.2 qt. (3.0 L, 2.6 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non- silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (Spark plug)
IS350 AWD/IS350/ IS300 AWDIS300
Make DENSO FK20HBR8 NGK DILFR7K9G
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)0.035 in. (0.9 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68°F
(20° C):12.3 V or higher
(Check the voltage 20 minutes after the engine and all
lights are turned off.)
If the voltage is lower than the standard value, charge
the battery.
Charging rates5 A max.

6069-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has no t been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pr essure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in exce ss of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of in stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they re place, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated

643Alphabetical index
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
E-mail........................................................... 371
Eco drive mode .....................................288
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 101
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Elapsed time ............................................ 104
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 293
Warning light .......................................523
Electronic key ........................................... 110 Battery-saving function .................... 128
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 569
Replacing the battery ...................... 500
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed ........................................529
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 569
If the engine will not start................567
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................................... 572
If the warning buzzer sounds.................................................. 522
If the warning light turns on........... 522
If you have a flat tire ......................... 556
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 520
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 580
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ........... 513
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................ 514
If your vehicle overheats ................576 Emergency flashers .............................. 512
Engine ....................................................... 587
ACCESSORY mode ....................... 179
Compartment ....................................... 471
Engine switch ........................................178
Hood........................................................468
How to start the engine....................178
Identification number...................... 586
If the engine will not start ............... 567
Ignition switch (engine switch) .....178
Overheating......................................... 576
Engine coolant ....................................... 476 Capacity................................................ 590
Checking ............................................... 476
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 297
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......................................................... 81
Engine immobilizer system ................. 68
Engine oil ..................................................473 Capacity................................................ 588
Checking ............................................... 473
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 297
Engine oil maintenance data ............475
Engine switch ........................................... 178
Enhanced VSC ......................................292
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ........ 293 Warning light ....................................... 523
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
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