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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(For vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
Indicates that a
door has been
opened or closed
and the engine
switch has been
switched twice to
ACC mode from
OFF.
Press the engine
switch while
applying the
brakes.
Once
(For vehicles with a
manual transmission)
Indicates that a
door has been
opened or closed
and the engine
switch has been
switched twice to
ACC mode from
OFF.
Press the engine
switch while
depressing the
clutch pedal.
Once
(Flashing)
Indicates that the
steering lock has
not released
within 3 seconds
of pressing the
engine switch.Press the engine
switch again while
turning the steer-
ing wheel with the
brake pedal
depressed.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Starting the engine
For vehicles with an automatic transmission: Put the shift lever in P
and apply the brakes.
For vehicles with a manual transmission: Depress the clutch
pedal.
Hold the electronic key close to
the engine switch (within 0.4 in.
[10 mm]). Make sure that the but-
ton side of the key is facing away
from the engine switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
key with the depleted battery if any
of the doors will be opened and
closed while this operation.
For vehicles with an automatic transmission: Press the engine
switch within 5 seconds [after the buzzer sounds], keeping the
brake pedal depressed.
For vehicles with a manual transmission: Press the engine switch
within 5 seconds [after the buzzer sounds], keeping the clutch
pedal depressed.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Lexus
dealer.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
With automatic transmission vehicles, be careful not to shift the shift lever with the
accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
●Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the selector lever
in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N (vehicles with
a manual transmission).
●Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
●Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide trac-
tion under the tires.
●Restart the engine.
●Turn the traction control OFF. ( P. 1 5 0 )
●Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Automatic Transmission
Manual transmission
Clutch
IS350IS250 (2WD)IS250 (AWD)
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill1.9 qt.
(1.8 L, 1.6 lmp.qt.)1.9 qt.
(1.8 L, 1.6 lmp.qt.)3.0 qt.
(2.8 L, 2.5 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than "Toyota Genuine ATF WS" may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibra-
tion, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil typeAPI GL-5
Recommended gear oil viscositySAE75W-90
NOTICE
Using manual transmission gear oil other than "TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmis-
sion Gear Oil API GL-5" may cause occurrence of gear noise or other deterioration.
Clutch free play0. 2 0.6 in. (5 15 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
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6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50
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).
*3: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 50.0 lbf (200 N, 20.4
kgf).
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *1
IS 350
IS 250
Manual transmission
Automatic transmission4.13 in. (105 mm) Min.
4.09 in. (104 mm) Min.
4.3 in. (108 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 0.08 in. (1.0 2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *2/
lever travel *3
Pedal type
Lever type7 9 clicks
4
6 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
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6-2. Customization
Door lock
(
P. 1 9 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in one
step, all doors
unlocked in two
steps
All doors
unlocked in one
step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Manual transmissions)
ONOFF
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Automatic transmissions)
OFFON
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors (Manual
transmissions)
ONOFF
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors (Auto-
matic transmissions)
OFFON
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doors.ONOFF
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks all
doors.
ONOFF
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ........ 170
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ......... 148
AFS (Adaptive front lighting
system) .................................................... 123
Adaptive front lighting system
(AFS)........................................................ 123
Air conditioning filter .......................... 299
Air conditioning system (A/C)
Air conditioning filter ....................... 299
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................... 170
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 63
Airbag precautions for your
child.......................................................... 67
Airbag warning light ........................340
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 64
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 67
Front passenger occupant
classification system.......................... 72
General airbag precautions ........... 67
Locations of airbags.............................. 61
Modification and disposal of
airbags ...................................................... 71
Proper driving posture ............. 59, 67
Side airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 64
Side airbag precautions .................... 67
SRS airbags ............................................... 61
Alarm ............................................................ 56
Antenna ..................................................... 186
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......... 148
Armrest..................................................... 232
Ashtrays .................................................... 225Audio system
Antenna............................................... 186
AUX adapter ...................................... 206
CD player/changer ........................... 189
MP3/WMA disc................................. 195
Optimal use ......................................... 203
Radio ......................................................... 182
Steering wheel audio switch.........207
Automatic air conditioning
system ......................................................170
Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................... 124
Automatic light control system......... 122
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .....................101
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P....................................367
S mode ..................................................... 103
AUX adapter ......................................... 206
BA (Brake assist) ................................... 148
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................................. 394
Battery
Checking................................................279
If the vehicle has discharged
battery .................................................. 372
Preparing and checking
before winter........................................ 161
Bottle holders.......................................... 218
Brake
Fluid ...........................................................278
Parking brake........................................108
Brake assist (BA) ................................... 148A
B
420
Alphabetical index
Keys
Electronic key ............................................. 2
Engine switch.......................................... 98
If you lose your keys.........................368
If your electronic key battery
is discharged .................................... 369
Key number ................................................. 2
Keys ................................................................. 2
Mechanical key.......................................... 2
Wireless remote control..................... 16
Light bulbs
Replacing .................................................319
Wattage.................................................. 394
Lights
Door courtesy lights.........................209
Fog light switch..................................... 125
Headlights switch ................................ 122
Interior light switch................................ 211
Outer foot lights ................................. 209
Overhead courtesy light................209
Personal light switch ............................211
Replacing light bulbs..........................319
Scuff lighting .........................................209
Shift lever lighting .............................. 209
Turn signal lever ................................... 107
Vanity lights .......................................... 220
Wattage.................................................. 394
Load capacity .......................................... 160
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 263
General maintenance ..................... 259
Maintenance data............................. 380
Maintenance requirements .......... 257
Manual transmission............................. 105Meter
Instrument panel light control .........110
Meters.......................................................109
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ....................... 42
Side mirror heater............................... 178
Side mirrors.............................................. 43
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 220
Moon roof................................................... 48
MP3 disc........................................................ 195
Multi-information display........................118
Odometer ................................................ 109
Oil
Engine oil................................................ 272
Opener
Fuel filler door .......................................... 51
Hood ....................................................... 266
Trunk............................................................ 23
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights................................. 209
Wattage ................................................. 394
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .......................... 43
Driving position memory ..................28
Outside temperature display ............. 119
Overhead console .................................215
Overhead courtesy lights
Overhead courtesy lights ............. 209
Wattage ................................................. 394
Overheating, Engine..............................375
Parking assist sensors........................... 142
Parking brake.......................................... 108K
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