fuel Lexus IS350 2021 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2021 IS 300, IS 350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53E98U)

IS350AWD-IS350-IS300AWD-IS300_U
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
(Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)
Vehicle status
information and
indicatorsReading driving-related information
(Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)
Before drivingOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving
(Main topics: Keys, doors, seats)
DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
(Main topics: Starting engine, refueling)
Interior featuresUsage of the interior features
(Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)
Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
(Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)
When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction and emergency
(Main topics: Battery discharge, flat tire)
Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features
(Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)
For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt,
SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

2TABLE OF CONTENTS
For your information ......................................5
Reading this manual ....................................... 9
How to search ............................................... 10
Pictorial index .................................................. 11
1-1. For safe use Before driving .................................... 22
For safe driving.................................. 23
Seat belts ............................................. 24
SRS airbags ....................................... 28
Front passenger occupant classifi- cation system ................................. 36
Exhaust gas precautions .............. 40
1-2. Child safety Riding with children.......................... 41
Child restraint systems ................... 41
1-3. Lexus Enform Lexus Enform Safety Connect .. 54
1-4. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 60
Alarm..................................................... 62
Theft prevention labels ................. 63
2-1. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators .... 66
Gauges and meters ......................... 71
Multi-information display............. 76
Fuel consumption information ... 833-1. Key information
Keys ...................................................... 88
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Doors .................................................... 92
Trunk ..................................................... 96
Smart access system with push-but- ton start ............................................. 99
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats........................................ 106
Rear seats......................................... 107
Driving position memory ........... 108
Head restraints ................................. 111
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................................. 113
Inside rear view mirror ................. 114
Outside rear view mirrors........... 116
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .............................. 118
Moon roof ........................................ 120
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle......................... 124
Cargo and luggage...................... 130
Vehicle load limits.......................... 132
Trailer towing................................... 132
Dinghy towing ................................ 133
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignitio n) switch ............... 134
1For safety and security
2Vehicle status information and
indicators
3Before driving
4Driving

3TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Automatic transmission..............138
Turn signal lever............................. 142
Parking brake ................................. 143
Brake Hold....................................... 146
ASC (Active Sound Control) .. 147
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ............................ 149
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............................................................. 151
Windshield wipers and washer ............................................................ 154
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap.......... 161
4-5. Using the driving support systems Lexus Safety System + 2.5 ........ 164
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 170
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)......... 180
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .............. 189
Dynamic radar crui se control with
full-speed range.......................... 192
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 202
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ........................................................... 208
Intuitive parking assist ................. 210
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function ........................................... 216
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ............................................................ 221
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ............................ 226
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles).......... 232
Driving mode select switch...... 236
Driving assist systems ................. 238
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ....................... 2435-1. Remote Touch/Display
Remote Touch............................... 248
Center Display.............................. 250
5-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system.......................................................... 253
Heated steering wheel/seat heat- ers/seat ventilators..................... 261
5-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ........................... 263
5-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .............. 266
Trunk features ............................... 268
5-5. Using the other interior features Other interior features .............. 270
Garage door opener ................. 273
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehi-cle exterior................................... 280
Cleaning and protecting the vehi- cle interior .................................... 283
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance re quirements .....286
General maintenance................ 287
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) program s

............290
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions............................................................ 291
Hood ................................................. 293
5Interior features
6Maintenance and care

4TABLE OF CONTENTS
Positioning a floor jack...............293
Engine compartment.................. 295
Tires ................................................... 303
Tire inflation pressure .................. 312
Wheels............................................... 313
Air conditioning filter...................315
Electronic key battery ................. 316
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................................ 318
Headlight aim................................. 320
Light bulbs ........................................ 321
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers..................... 328
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ............................. 328
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water............................................... 329
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency If your vehicle needs to be towed............................................................ 331
If you think something is wrong ........................................................... 335
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 336
If a warning light turns on or a warn- ing buzzer sounds ..................... 337
If a warning message is displayed ........................................................... 346
If you have a flat tire..................... 349
If the engine wi ll not start .......... 357
If you lose your keys .................... 358
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened........................................... 359
If the electronic key does not oper- ate properly ................................. 359If the vehicle battery is discharged
........................................................... 361
If your vehicle overheats ........... 365
If the vehicle becomes stuck ... 368
8-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ................................................. 372
Fuel information............................ 382
Tire information ............................ 384
8-2. Customization Customizable features .............. 394
8-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 404
9-1. For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................................... 406
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ................... 406
SRS airbag instructions for Cana- dian owners (in French) ......... 408
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French)............................................................ 414
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ........................................................... 418
Alphabetical Index ........................ 421
7When trouble arises
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index

5
Please note that this manual applies to
all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may
find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this man-
ual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Lexus policy
of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehi-
cle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equip-
ment.
Approximately five hours after the
engine is turned off, you may hear
sound coming from under the vehicle
for several minutes. This is the sound of
a fuel evaporation leakage check and,
it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare
parts and accessories for Lexus vehi-
cles are currently available in the mar-
ket. You should know that Toyota does
not warrant these products and is not
responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any dam-
age they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Lexus
vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified
with non-genuine Lexus products.
Modification with non-genuine Lexus
products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even vio-
late governmental regulations. In addi-
tion, damage or performance
problems resulting from the modifica-
tion may not be covered under war-
ranty.
Also, remodeling like this will have an
effect on advanced safety equipment
such as Lexus Safety System + and
there is a danger that it will not work
properly or the danger that it may work
in situations where it should not be
working.
The installation of a mobile two-way
radio system in your vehicle could
affect electronic systems such as:

Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
 Lexus Safety System + 2.5
 Anti-lock brake system
 Vehicle dynamics integrated man-
agement
 SRS airbag system
 Seat belt pretensioner system
For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after
turning off the engine
Accessories, spare parts and
modification of your Lexus
Installation of a mobile two-way
radio system

12Pictorial index
Precautions for winter season ..................................................................................... P.243
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*................................................. P.259
Precautions for car wash ................................................................................................ P.281
Fuel filler door ........................................................................................................... P.16 1
Refueling method ............................................................................................................... .P.161
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity ...... ................................................................................... P.374
Tires.......................................................................................................................... .P.303
Tire size/inflation pressure ............................................................................... P.303, 379
Winter tires/tire chains .................................................................................................. P.243
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system..............................................P.303
Coping with flat tires........................................................................................................ P .349
Hood ..........................................................................................................................P.293
Opening ........................................................................................................................ ....... P.293
Engine oil ..................................................................................................................... ......... P.374
Coping with overheating ............................................................................................... P.365
Warning messages .......................................................................................................... P.346
Headlights ................................................................................................................. P.14 9
Turn signal lights ...................................................................................................... P.142
Parking lights/daytime running lights............................................................... P.149
Side marker lights ................................................................................................... P.149
Tail lights .................................................................................................................... P.149
Stop lights
Tail lights .................................................................................................................... P.149
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R .............................................................................................. P.13 9
License plate lights ................................................................................................. P.149
*:If equipped
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.321, Watts: P.381)
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O

301-1. For safe use
Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on the US
motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sensor assembly (ECU)
controls airbag deployment based on information obtained from the sensors etc.
shown in the system components diagram above. This information includes crash
severity and occupant information. As the airbags deploy, a chemical reaction in
the inflators quickly fills the airbags with no n-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of
the occupants.
■If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
●Slight abrasions, burns, bruising etc., may
be sustained from SRS airbags, due to the
extremely high speed deployment (infla-
tion) by hot gases.
●A loud noise and white powder will be
emitted.
●Parts of the airbag module (steering
wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as
well as the seats, parts of the front and
rear pillars, and roof side rails may be hot
for several minutes. The airbag itself may
also be hot.
●The windshield may crack.
●All of the doors will be unlocked.
(  P.93)
●The brakes and stop lights will be con-
trolled automatically. ( P.239)
●The interior lights will turn on automati-
cally. ( P.264)
●The emergency flashers will turn on auto-
matically. ( P.328)
●Fuel supply to the engine will be stopped.
( P.336)
●For Lexus Enform Safety Connect sub-
scribers, if any of the following situations
occur, the system is designed to send an
emergency call to the response center,
notifying them of the vehicle’s location
(without needing to push the “SOS” but-
ton) and an agent will attempt to speak
with the occupants to ascertain the level
of emergency and assi stance required. If
the occupants are unable to communi-
cate, the agent automatically treats the
call as an emergency and helps to dis-
patch the necessary emergency services.
(  P.54)
• An SRS airbag is deployed. • A seat belt pretensioner is activated.
• The vehicle is involved in a severe
rear-end collision.
■SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS
front airbags)
●The SRS front airbags will deploy in the
event of an impact that exceeds the set
threshold level (the level of force corre-
sponding to an approximately 12 - 18
mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision with
a fixed wall that does not move or
deform).
However, this threshol d velocity will be
considerably higher in the following situa-
tions:
• If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can
move or deform on impact
• If the vehicle is involved in an underride collision, such as a collision in which the
front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes
under, the bed of a truck
●Depending on the type of collision, it is
possible that only the seat belt preten-
sioners will activate.
●The SRS front airbags for the front pas-
senger will not activate if there is no pas-
senger sitting in the front passenger seat.
However, the SRS front airbags for the
front passenger may deploy if luggage is
put in the seat, even if the seat is unoccu-
pied.
■SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS
side and curtain shield airbags)
●The SRS side and curtain shield airbags
will deploy in the event of an impact that
exceeds the set threshold level (the level
of force corresponding to the impact
force produced by an approximately
3300 lb. [1500 kg] vehicle colliding with

581-3. Lexus Enform
location.
■Stolen Vehicle Location
If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect
can work with local authorities to assist
them in locating and recovering the
vehicle. After filing a police report, call
the Safety Connect response center at
1-800-25-LEXUS
(1-800-255-3987) in the United
States, 1-877-539-8777 in Puerto
Rico or 1-800-265- 3987 in Canada,
and follow the prompts for Safety Con-
nect to initiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforce-
ment with recovery of a stolen vehicle,
Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle
location data may, under certain cir-
cumstances, be shared with third par-
ties to locate your vehicle. Further
information is available at Lexus.com.
■Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)
In the event of an emergency on the
road, push the “SOS” button to reach
the Safety Connect response center.
The answering agent will determine
your vehicle’s location, assess the
emergency, and dispatch the neces-
sary assistance required.
If you accidentally press the “SOS” button,
tell the response-center agent that you are
not experiencing an emergency.
■Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds
GPS data to the already included war-
ranty-based Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” but-
ton to reach a Safety Connect response-center agent, who can help
with a wide range of needs, such as:
towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a
description of the Roadside Assistance
services and their limitations, please
see the Safety Connect Terms and
Conditions, which are available at
Lexus.com.
Important! Read this information about
exposure to radio frequency signals
before using Safety Connect;
The Safety Connect system installed in
your vehicle is a low-power radio trans-
mitter and receiver. It receives and also
sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Commu-
nications Commission (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety lev-
els for mobile wireless phones. Those
guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by the
following U.S. and international stan-
dards bodies.

ANSI (American National Stan-
dards Institute) C95.1 [1992]
 NCRP (National Council on Radia-
tion Protection and Measurement)
Report 86 [1986]
 ICNIRP (International Commission
on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protec-
tion) [1996]
Those standards were based on com-
prehensive and periodic evaluations of
the relevant scientific literature. Over
Safety information for Safety
Connect

65
2
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
Vehicle status informationand indicators
.2-1. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators........................................................... 66
Gauges and meters ...................... 71
Multi-information display.......... 76
Fuel consumption information ........................................................... 83

672-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.
*1: These lights come on when the engine
Warning lights
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.337)
(red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.337)
(yellow)
Brake system warning light*1
(  P.337)
High coolant temperature
warning light
*2 (  P.337)
Charging system warning
light
*2 (  P.338)
Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light
*2 (  P.338)
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
(  P.338)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp*1
(  P.338)
SRS warning light
*1 (  P.338)
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light*1 ( P.339)
(Canada)
ABS warning light*1 ( P.339)
Brake Override System warn-
ing light/Drive-Start Control
warning light
*2 (  P.339)
(red)
Electric power steering system
warning light
*1 ( P.340)
(yellow)
Electric power st eering system
warning light
*1 (  P.340)
Low fuel level warning light
(  P.340)
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt re minder light
(  P.340)
Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
*3
(  P.340)
Tire pressure warning light
*1
(  P.341)
(orange)
LTA indicator ( P.341)
(flashes)
Intuitive parking assist OFF
indicator (if equipped)
( P.341)
(flashes)
RCTA OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) ( P.342)
(flashes)
PKSB OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) ( P.342)
(flashes or
illuminates)PCS warning light*1 (  P.342)
Slip indicator
*1 (  P.343)
(flashes)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(  P.343)
(flashes)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(  P.343)
(flashes)
Brake hold operated indicator*1
(  P.343)