transmission Lexus IS350 2016 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2016 IS200T,IS300,IS350 (OM53D18U) User Guide
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IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
●The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
●The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or commercial towing se
rvice, using a wheel-lift type truck or
flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and
local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
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4768-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning This light also comes on when the parking brake is not released.
If the light turns off after the pa rking brake is fully released the
system is operating normally.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
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4878-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is too highA buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(AWD models)
Indicates a malfunctio n in the AWD system
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the VGRS (Variable Gear
Ratio Steering) system
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the engine was stopped while driving
A buzzer also sounds.
Operate the steering wheel with more force than
usual.
Indicates that the engine switch is turned off or turned to
ACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door is opened
while the lights are turned on
A buzzer also sounds.
Turn the lights off.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed (with the
engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the windows are not fully closed (with the
engine switch off, and the driver’s door open)
A buzzer also sounds.
Close all the windows.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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5218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding
area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The vehicle may also
lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid accelerati on of the vehicle that may cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than nec-
essary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after th ese procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.
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5329-1. Specifications
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
*: 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 Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of match-
ing quality to satisfy the above specification. 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/IS300
(AWD)10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
IS200t9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
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 viscosityHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Above 0F (-18 C): SAE90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90
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
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5479-1. Specifications
9
Vehicle specifications
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
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 not been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure 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 excess 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 installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, 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
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581Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
Alarm .............................................................. 71
Anchor brackets ...................................... 58
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ....................... 116
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 249 Function ..................................................249
Warning light ....................................... 476
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control) ........................ 207
Armrest .................................................... 389
Assist grip ..................................................391
Audio input.............................................. 284
Audio system.......................................... 276 Audio input............................................284
AUX port/USB port........................284
Bluetooth
® audio.............................. 328
CD player ............................................. 306
iPod .............................................................312
MP3/WMA/AAC disc ................ 306
Optimal use ..........................................293
Portable music player ....................... 319
Radio ....................................................... 300
Steering wheel audio switch ......... 281
USB memory ........................................ 315 Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................... 179Warning light ........................................477
Automatic High Beam .......................... 181
Automatic light control system ...................................................... 178
Automatic transmission....................... 169 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ........... 508
M mode .................................................... 172
Paddle shift switches............................ 171
AUX port ................................................ 284
Average fuel economy ..........................87
Average vehicle speed..........................87
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586Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
Emergency flashers ............................. 466
Engine ....................................................... 526ACCESSORY mode....................... 165
Compartment ...................................... 423
Engine switch ........................................ 164
Hood ..........................................................421
How to start the engine ................... 164
Identification number .......................526
If the engine will not start............... 506
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 164
Overheating .......................................... 516
Engine coolant....................................... 428 Capacity .................................................. 531
Checking................................................428
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................270
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........................................................81
Engine immobilizer system ................. 69
Engine oil ................................................. 425 Capacity ................................................. 527
Checking................................................425
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................270
Engine oil maintenance data ............427
Engine switch ...........................................164
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 249
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ........ 250Function ................................................. 250
Warning light ....................................... 477
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 First-aid kit storage belt..................... 385
Flat tire .......................................................496
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission .................. 532
Brake........................................................ 533
Washer ................................................... 433
Fog lights....................................................186 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 463
Switch ....................................................... 186
Wattage .................................................536
Footwell light .......................................... 378 Wattage .................................................536
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 47
Front personal lights ............................379 Wattage .................................................536
Front seats ................................................. 123 Adjustment.............................................. 123
Cleaning.................................................409
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory................. 126
Head restraints .......................................131
Power easy access system ............. 126
Seat heaters ...........................................377
Seat position memory ....................... 126
Seat ventilators.....................................377F
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594Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
Shift lever ...................................................169Automatic transmission ................... 169
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...........508
Shift lock system....................................508
Shift position and gear position ...........81
Side airbags ............................................... 37
Side marker lights...................................178 Light switch ............................................ 178
Replacing light bulbs ........................463
Side mirrors ............................................. 138 Adjusting and folding........................ 138
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)............ 262
Linked mirror function when reversing ................................. 139
Mirror position memory .................. 126
Side turn signal lights ............................ 175 Replacing light bulbs ........................463
Turn signal lever .................................. 175
Side windows ............................................ 141
Slip indicator............................................477
Smart access system with push-button start ........................ 116Antenna location ................................... 116
Entry functions ............................... 105, 111
Starting the engine ............................. 164 SMS (Short message service) ........ 338
Snow mode ............................................... 170
Snow tires ................................................. 272
Spare tire ..................................................496
Inflation pressure................................ 534
Storage location ................................. 497
Spark plug ................................................. 531
Specifications..........................................524
Speedometer .............................................. 81
Speed indicator........................................ 89
Steering lock ............................................ 166 Column lock release .........................166
Steering wheel ........................................ 134 Adjustment.............................................. 134
Audio switches .....................................281
Heated steering wheel ................... 376
Power easy access system ............. 126
Steering wheel position memory .............................. 126
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 463
Storage feature .......................................381
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck........520
Sun visors................................................. 387
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597Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
Tools........................................................... 497
Top tether strap........................................ 65
Total load capacity .................................. 161
TowingDinghy towing ...................................... 163
Emergency towing ........................... 468
Towing eyelet.........................................471
Trailer towing ........................................ 162
TRAC (Traction Control) ................. 249
Transmission .............................................169 Automatic transmission ................... 169
Driving mode select switch ..........246
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 508
M mode .................................................... 172
Paddle shift switches ........................... 171
Trip meters ...................................................81 Trunk .............................................................. 111
Internal trunk release lever ...............113
Luggage security system...................112
Smart access system with push-button start....................... 111
Trunk features......................................385
Trunk handle ............................................112
Trunk light..................................................113
Trunk opener main switch ................112
Trunk opener switch ............................. 111
Wireless remote control..................... 111
Trunk light................................................... 113 Wattage .................................................536
Turn signal lights ..................................... 175 Replacing light bulbs ................ 457, 459, 460, 463
Turn signal lever ................................... 175
Wattage .................................................536
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.