service Lexus IS300h 2013 Owner's Guide

4717-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter from the filter case and
replace it with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on the fil-
ter and the filter case should be
pointing up.
Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may
be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Lexus
Service Booklet” or “Lexus Warranty Booklet”.)
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
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NOTICE
When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the sys-
tem.

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IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional before towing.
The hybrid system is operating but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If a tow truck is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or
chain secured to the emergency tow-
ing eyelet. This should only be
attempted on hard surfaced roads for
short distances at under 30 km/h (18
mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to
steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles,
steering and brakes must be in good
condition.
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
Before towing
Emergency towing

5248-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
*1: Refer to the separate “Lexus Service Booklet” or “Lexus Warranty Booklet”
for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
*2: For the EV drive mode operating conditions: P. 214
Indicates that the EV drive mode is not available*2
The reason the EV drive mode is not available
(the vehicle is idling, hybrid battery [traction bat-
tery] charge is low, speed is higher than the EV
drive mode operating speed range, accelerator
pedal is depressed too much) may be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Use the EV drive mode when it becomes avail-
able.
Indicates that the EV drive mode has been automat-
ically canceled
*2
The reason the EV drive mode is not available
(the hybrid battery [traction battery] charge is
low, speed is higher than the EV drive mode
operating speed range, accelerator pedal is
depressed too much) may be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Drive the vehicle for a while.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Except F
SPORT mod-
els)(F SPORT
models)
(Flashes) (Flashes)

5458-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Run-flat tires (A “RFT” or “DSST” mark is molded on the sidewall)
Take your vehicle to the nearest
Lexus dealer or authorized tire
dealer as soon as possible if any
tire goes flat.
The vehicle can be driven for a
maximum of 300 km (186 miles)
at a speed below 60 km/h (37
mph) after the tire pressure warn-
ing light comes on. (P. 510)
In some conditions (such as at high temperatures)
You cannot continue driving for up to 300 km (186 miles).
For the detailed information on run-flat tires
See the tire warranty booklet.
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with run-flat tires)
You can continue driving a vehicle with run-flat tires even if any tire
goes flat.In this case, slow down and drive with extra caution.
NOTICE
When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional as the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
When driving over bumps
If a vehicle has a flat tire, the vehicle height will be lower than usual. Ensure
that nothing strikes the bottom of the vehicle.
To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to
replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire.
(P. 451)

5669-1. Specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
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 before the W allow for eas-
ier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity 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 oper-
ated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to
help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN”
means the oil quality designation
by American Petroleum Institute
(API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20”
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource-
Conserving” means that the oil
has fuel-saving and environmen-
tal protection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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602Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Lights
Automatic High Beam
system.................................229
Fog light switch ....................233
Follow me home system .......227
Headlight switch ...................226
Illuminated entry system ......412
Interior light..........................412
Interior lights list ..................411
Personal lights ......................412
Replacing light bulbs ............481
Trunk light ............................146
Turn signal lever ...................222
Vanity lights .........................420
Wattage .................................572
Lock steering column ................212
Low profile tire .........................453
Luggage security system ...........145
Luggage under tray....................418Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance . 435
Maintenance data ................. 562
Maintenance requirements... 433
Maintenance system ................. 118
Malfunction indicator lamp ...... 507
Master warning light ................ 509
Meter
Changing the display ........... 112
Indicators ............................. 106
Instrument panel light control....
113
Meters .................................. 110
Multi-information display.... 116
Warning lights ..................... 105
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ........ 178
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ........................... 404
Outside rear view mirrors .... 180
Vanity mirrors...................... 420
MirrorLink............................. 391
MMS (Multimedia messaging
service) ................................... 375M

607Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Service plug .................................83
Service reminder indicators.......104
S-FLOW mode ..........................400
Shift lever ..................................216
Hybrid transmission .............216
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .....................548
Shift lock system .......................548
Shift position and shift range ....110
Side airbags .................................43
Side mirrors ...............................180
Adjusting and folding ...........180
BSM (Blind spot
monitor)..............................309
Linked mirror function when
reversing .............................182
Mirror position memory .......168
Side turn signal lights ................222
Replacing light bulbs ............493
Turn signal lever ...................222
Slip indicator .............................508
Smart entry & start system ........149
Antenna location...................149
Entry functions .............136, 143
Starting the hybrid system ....209SMS (Short message service) ... 375
Snow mode ............................... 217
Snow tires ................................. 313
Spark plug................................. 567
Specifications ........................... 562
Speech command system ......... 395
Speedometer ............................. 110
Speed indicator ......................... 118
Sport mode ............................... 290
Steering lock ............................. 212
Column lock release ............ 212
Steering wheel .......................... 176
Adjustment........................... 176
Audio switches .................... 322
Heated steering wheel.......... 409
Power easy access system.... 170
Steering wheel position
memory ............................. 168
Stop lights
Emergency brake signal....... 294
Replacing light bulbs ........... 493
Storage feature.......................... 413
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck 560
Sun visors ................................. 420