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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the vehicle battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle’s
battery is discharged.
You can call your Lexus dealer, Roadside Assistance or Lexus Customer
Service Assistance.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Lexus following the steps
below.
Remove the engine compartment covers.
(→P. 2 9 4 )
Connecting the jumper cables.
If required, remove all vent plugs from the booster battery. Lay a
cloth over the open vents on the booster battery. (This helps reduce
the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.)
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in the
illustration. Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch OFF.
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STEP2
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■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■When the battery is removed or discharged
The power windows must be initialized.
(→ P. 6 4 )
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not
unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” termi-
nals.
●Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near the
battery.
Maintain the engine speed on the second vehicle and turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode,
then start the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Lexus dealer
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CAUTION
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
●Do not lean over the battery
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any
of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

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6-1. Specifications
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Electrical system
Differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at fac-
tory fill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT” or an
equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact
your Lexus dealer for further details.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68
°F (20°C):
12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11.8
 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Oil capacity
Front0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.61 lmp.qt.)
Rear
IS350: 1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
IS250 (2WD models): 1.20 qt. (1.15 L, 1.01 lmp.qt.)
IS250 (AWD models):
1.10 qt. (1.05 L, 0.92 lmp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosity*
IS250 (AWD)
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5 Above 0
°F (-18°C): SAE90
Below 0
°F (-18°C): SAE80W
or SAE80W-90
Others
“Toyota Genuine Differential
Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5” or
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Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
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 number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
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
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer.
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer's designation for a rim by
style or code
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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Po w e r w i n d o wAfter reconnecting or changing the
batteryP. 6 4
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oilP. 2 9 5
Tire pressure warning
system
• When rotating the tires differing with front and rear tire inflation pressures.
• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling
speed.
• When changing the tire size.
P. 3 0 7
The following item must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................. 192
ABS.............................................................. 170
AFS .............................................................. 144
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 144
Air conditioning filter .......................... 322
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ....................... 322
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 192
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.............81
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 85
Airbag warning light ..........................361
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 82
Curtain shield airbag precautions ..........................................85
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 90
General airbag precautions ...........85
Locations of airbags............................ 79
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 89
Proper driving posture ............. 77, 85
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 82
Side airbag precautions ....................85
SRS airbags ............................................. 79
Alarm ............................................................ 74
Antenna ................................................... 208
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 170
Armrest.....................................................255
Ashtrays ....................................................248
Audio input ..............................................228 Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 208
Audio input........................................... 228
Audio visual input.............................. 228
AUX adapter ...................................... 228
CD player/changer ............................. 211
MP3/WMA disc..................................217
Optimal use ..........................................225
Portable music player ..................... 228
Radio ....................................................... 204
Steering wheel audio switch.........229
Audio visual input ................................. 228
Automatic air conditioning system ......................................................192
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................145
Automatic light control system.........143
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ....................122
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P....................................392
S mode ..................................................... 124
AUX adapter ......................................... 228
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 420
Battery Checking............................................... 302
If the vehicle has discharged battery ..................................................397
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 183A
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Bottle holders .......................................... 241
BrakeFluid ............................................................301
Parking brake ........................................ 129
Brake assist ............................................... 170
Care Exterior ....................................................274
Interior...................................................... 277
Seat belts ............................................... 278
Cargo capacity ....................................... 179
Cargo hooks ............................................ 261
CD changer ...............................................211
CD player....................................................211
Chains.........................................................183
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition.................... 95
Booster seats, installation ................. 99
Convertible seats, definition ........... 95
Convertible seats, installation ........ 99
Front passenger occupant classification system ........................ 90
Infant seats, definition ......................... 95
Infant seats, installation....................... 99
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ......................................... 102
Installing CRS with seatbelts .......... 99
Installing CRS with top straps .......103 Child safety
Airbag precautions ............................. 85
Battery precautions ............. 304, 399
Child restraint system .........................95
Child-protectors ...................................38
How your child should wear
the seatbelt............................................55
Installing child restraints.....................98
Moon roof precautions......................68
Power window lock switch .............. 64
Power window precautions ............65
Removed electronic key battery
precautions........................................326
Seat belt comfort guide ..................... 53
Seat belt extender precautions...... 57
Seat belt precautions ..........................56
Seat heater precautions......252, 254
Trunk precautions................................. 43
Child-protectors ......................................38
Cigarette lighter.................................... 249
Cleaning Exterior.................................................... 274
Interior ..................................................... 277
Seat belts ................................................278
Clock ......................................................... 244
Coat hooks ..............................................259
Compass .................................................. 269
Condenser ............................................... 301
Console box ........................................... 237
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 400
Cornering assist sensors .................... 164
Cruise control Cruise control....................................... 152
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 155
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