Lexus IS300 2020 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2020 IS300,IS350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53F29U)

5919-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value be fore the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscos ity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme lo ad conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifi-
cation Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is added
to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.

5929-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
*: 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.

5939-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differen tial Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of
matching quality to satisfy the above specific ation. Please contact your Lexus dealer for
further details.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*
IS350 (2WD)10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
IS350 AWD/
IS300 AWD
(AWD)
10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
IS3009.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Front differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity 0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.61 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil GL-5 or equivalent
Above 0 F (-18 C): SAE90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90

5949-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300 (vehicles without LSD [Limited
Slip Differential])
IS350 (vehicles with LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genu ine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differen tial Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of
matching quality to satisfy the above specif ication. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed wi th a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N, 51.0 kgf)
while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)
Rear differential
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
*
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
*
Brakes
Pedal clearance*12WD4.2 in. (107 mm) Min.
AWD4.7 in. (118 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3, or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

5959-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Type A
Type B
Tires and wheels
Tire size225/45R17 91W, T125/70D17 98M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front:36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 118 mph [190 km/h]) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front
tires and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold
tire inflation pressure indi cated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size17  7 1/2J, 17  4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire size225/45R17 91V, T125/70D17 98M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front:
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160 km/h]) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front
tires and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold
tire inflation pressure indi cated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size17  7 1/2J, 17  4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

5969-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Type C
Type D
Tire size225/40R18 88Y, 255/35R18 90Y,
T125/70D17 98M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear:
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 137 mph [220 km/h]) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 2 psi (10 kPa, 0.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front tires
and rear tires. Never exce ed the maximum cold tire
inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size18  8J (225/40R18), 18  8 1/2J (255/35R18),
17  4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire size225/40R18 88W, 255/35R18 90W,
T125/70D17 98M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front:
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 118 mph [190 km/h]) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 6 psi (40 kPa, 0.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front
tires and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold
tire inflation pressure indi cated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size18  8J (225/40R18), 18  8 1/2J (255/35R18),
17  4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

5979-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Light bulbs*
Light bulbsBulb No.WType
Exterior
Front turn signal lights (bulb type)7444NA28/8A
Rear turn signal lights21A
Outer foot lights5B
Interior
Door courtesy lights1685B
Vanity lights8B
Interior light8B
Personal lights8B
Footwell lights1943.8B
Trunk light5B
A: Wedge base bulbs (amber)B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
*: Light bulbs not listed in this table are LED bulbs.

5989-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveabilit y problems may be caused by th e brand of gasoline you are
using. If driveability problems persist, try ch anging the brand of gasoline. If this does not
correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
■Recommendation of the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid the
build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems, per EPA’s lowest additives concentration program.
●Lexus strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more informa-
tion on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a lis t of marketers, please go to the official
website www.toptiergas.com.
■Recommendation of the use of low emission gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as et hers and ethanol, as well as reformulated
gasolines, are available in some cities. Thes e fuels are typically acceptable for use, pro-
viding they meet other fuel requirements.
Lexus recommends these fuels, since the form ulations allow for reduced vehicle emis-
sions.
Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 (Research
Octane Number 96) or higher requir ed for optimum engine performance
and fuel economy.
If the octane rating is less than 91, damage to the engine may occur and may
void the vehicle warranty.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM
D4814 in the U.S.A..

5999-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 91.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopenta-
dienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel containing
MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instru ment cluster may come on. If this happens,
contact your Lexus dealer for service.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating or driv-
ing uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
●Use only gasoline containing up to 15% etha-
nol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline that
could contain more than 15% ethanol, includ-
ing from any pump labeled E30, E50, E85
(which are only some examples of fuel con-
taining more than 15% ethanol).DO NOT use gasoline con-
taining more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

6009-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converters
causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
●Using unleaded gasoline with an octane numb er or rating lower than the level previ-
ously stated may cause pe rsistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this may lead to engine da mage and will void the vehicle warranty.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is encoun-
tered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.