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

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

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)

1874-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
ft. (3 m) or more.
• Turn signal lever is not operated. (Vehicle with BSM: Except when another vehicle
is in the lane on th e side where the turn
signal was operated)
• Vehicle is not being driven around a
sharp curve.
• No system malfunctions are detected. ( P.189)
*1: The function operates even if the vehi-
cle speed is less than approximately 32
mph (50 km/h) when the lane center-
ing function is operating.
*2: Boundary between asphalt and the side of the road, such as grass, soil, or a curb
●Steering assist function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are me t in addition to the
operation conditions for the lane depar-
ture alert function.
• Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated
by a fixed amount or more.
• Steering wheel is not operated with a
steering force level su itable for changing
lanes.
• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not oper-
ating.
• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.
• Hands off steering wheel warning is not displayed. ( P.188)
●Vehicle sway warning function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• Setting for “Warning” in of the multi-information display is set to “On”.
( P.76)
• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph
(50 km/h) or more.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8
ft. (3 m) or more.
• No system malfunctions are detected.
( P.189)
●Lane centering function
This function operates when all of the fol-
lowing conditions are met.
• LTA is turned on.
• Setting for “Lane Center” in of the multi-information display are set to “On”.
( P.76) • This function recognizes white (yellow)
lane lines or the position of a preceding
vehicle (except when the preceding vehi-
cle is small, such as a motorcycle).
• The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating in vehi-
cle-to-vehicle distance control mode.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 10
to 13 ft. (3 to 4 m).
• Turn signal lever is not operated.
• Vehicle is not being driven around a sharp curve.
• No system malfunctions are detected. ( P.189)
• Vehicle does not ac celerate or deceler-
ate by a fixed amount or more.
• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level su itable for changing
lanes.
• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not oper- ating.
• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.
• Hands off steering wheel warning is not displayed. ( P.188)
• The vehicle is being driven in the center of a lane.
• Steering assist function is not operating.
■Temporary cancelation of functions
●When operation condit ions are no longer
met, a function may be temporarily can-
celed. However, when the operation con-
ditions are met again, operation of the
function is automatically restored.
(  P.186)
●If the operation conditions ( P.186) are
no longer met while the lane centering
function is operating, the steering wheel
may vibrate and the buzzer may sound to
indicate that the function has been tem-
porarily canceled. Howe ver, if the “Alert”
customization setting is set to , the
system will notify the driver by vibrating
the steering wheel instead of sounding
the buzzer.
■Steering assist function/lane centering
function
●Depending on the vehicle speed, lane
departure situation, road conditions, etc.,
the driver may not feel the function is
operating or the function may not oper-
ate at all.

2434-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
4-6.Driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
•Washer fluid
Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four
snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the rear tires.
*
Ensure that all tires are the specified size
and brand, and that chains match the size
of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehi-
cles with front and rear tires of differing
sizes.
Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:
 Do not try to forcibly open a window
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of
vehicle control and cause death or seri-
ous injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air
pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120
km/h), regardless of the type of snow
tires being used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some
wheels.
■Driving with tire chains (vehicles with
front and rear tires of the same size)
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle
being unable to be driven safely, and may
cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed
limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-
ever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces
or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden br aking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before entering
a curve to ensure that vehicle control is
maintained.
●Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
system.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow
tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire
retailers.
This is because the removal and attach-
ment of snow tires affects the operation
of the tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle

2876-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
then “Scheduled Maintenance”. (To
confirm setting, press .)
3 Select the “Yes” and press .
4 A message will be displayed on the
multi-information display when the
reset procedure has been completed.
You can perform some maintenance
procedures by yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-yourself
maintenance may affect warranty cov-
erage.
The use of Lexus repair manuals is recom-
mended.
For details about warra nty coverage, refer
to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War-
ranty and Service Guide”, “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Do-it-yourself maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general main-
tenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in
the “Warranty and Service Guide”
or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
It is recommended that any prob-
lem you notice should be brought to
the attention of your Lexus dealer
or qualified service shop for advice.
WARNING
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there
is adequate ventilati on before perform-
ing maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connec-
tions. ( P.301)
Brake fluid
Is the brake fluid at the
correct level?
( P.300)
Engine/inter-
cooler coolant
Is the engine/inter-
cooler coolant at the
correct level?
( P.298)
Engine oil
Is the engine oil at the
correct level?
( P.296)
Exhaust system
There should not be
any fumes or strange
sounds.

2916-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
6-3.Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service pre-
cautions
If you perform maintenance by
yourself, be sure to follow the cor-
rect procedure as given in these
sections.
Maintenance
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
( P.301)
•Warm water
• Baking soda
•Grease
• Conventional
wrench (for terminal
clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P.300)
• SAE J1703 or
FMVSS No.116 DOT
3, or SAE J1704 or
FMVSS No. 116
DOT 4 brake fluid
•Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/inter-
cooler coolant
level ( P.298)
•“Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant” or a
similar high quality
ethylene gly-
col-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine,
non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid
organic acid tech-
nology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant” is
pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50%
deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant” is
pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45%
deionized water.
•Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P.296)
•“Toyota Genuine
Motor Oil” or equiv-
alent
• Rag or paper towel
•Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P.318)
•Fuse with same
amperage rating as
original
ItemsParts and tools

2956-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWDFuse boxes ( P.318)
Battery ( P.301)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P.296)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P.298)
Engine oil filler cap ( P.297)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P.300)
Washer fluid tank ( P.302)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P.300)
Radiator ( P.300)
Engine compartment
Components
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J

2966-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300Fuse boxes ( P.318)
Battery ( P.301)
Intercooler
Engine oil level dipstick ( P.296)
Engine oil filler cap ( P.297)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P.298)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P.300)
Washer fluid tank ( P.302)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P.300)
Intercooler radiator ( P.300)
Radiator ( P.300)
Intercooler coolant reservoir ( P.298)
With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
1 Park the vehicle on level ground.
After warming up the engine and
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
Checking and adding the engine
oil

2976-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
turning it off, wait more than 5 min-
utes for the oil to drain back into the
bottom of the engine.
2 Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD
IS300
3 Wipe the dipstick clean.
4 Reinsert the dipstick fully.
5 Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out and check the oil
level. Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ
depending on the type of vehicle or
engine.
6
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it
fully.
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the low
level mark, add engine oil of the same
type as that already in the engine.
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD
IS300
1 Remove the oil filler cap by turning
it counterclockwise.
2 Add engine oil slowly, checking the
dipstick.
3 Install the oil filler cap by turning it
clockwise.
A
B
C

2986-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Checking the oil type and prepar-
ing the item needed
Make sure to check the oil type and
prepare the items needed before add-
ing oil.
 Engine oil selection
P.375
 Oil quantity (Low  Full)
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
 Item
Clean funnel
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be con-
sumed while driving. In the following situa-
tions, oil consumption may increase, and
engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example
directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate
viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or
with a heavy load, or when driving while
accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long
time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
■After changing the engine oil
The engine oil maintena nce data should be
reset. Perform the following procedures:
1 Press or of the meter control
switch to select on the multi-infor-
mation display.
2 Press or of the meter control
switch, select the “Vehicle Settings”
then “Oil Maintenance”. (To confirm
setting, press .)
3 Select the “Yes” and press . 4
A message will be displayed on the
multi-information display when the
reset procedure has been completed.
■Engine coolant reservoir
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is
between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflamma-
tion and skin cancer, so care should be
taken to avoid prolonged and
repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thor-
oughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a
safe and acceptable manner. Do not
dispose of used oil and filters in house-
hold trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, service station
or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the
reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the
vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could
be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick
every time you re fill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine o il filler cap is prop-
erly tightened.
Checking the coolant