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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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■Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to prevent the
vehicle and electronic key batteries from discharging.
●When the entry function has not been used for a month or more
●When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1 m) of the
vehicle for 10 minutes or more
The system will resume operation when...
●The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch.
●The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control function.
( → P. 3 4 )
●The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. ( →P. 3 9 4 )
■Electronic key battery depletion
●The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted even if
the electronic key is not used.) If the smart access system with push-button start
or the wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when nec-
essary. ( → P. 3 2 5 )
●To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1 m) of
the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field.
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
•Glass top ranges
•Table lamps
■To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the
electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside
of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key may
not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The alarm may
go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not function.)

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1-5. Refueling
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Before driving
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CAUTION
■Refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so, may
result in death or serious injury.
●Touch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static electricity.
Sparks resulting from discharging static electricity may cause the fuel vapors to
ignite.
●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until
the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressur-
ized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their bodies to
come close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
■When replacing the fuel cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle.
Failure to do so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in death or seri-
ous injury.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Failing to do so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the exhaust systems to
operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the vehicle's painted
surface.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Checking battery condition
Check the battery condition using the indicator color.
Blue: Good condition
White: Charging is necessary.
Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.
Red: Not working properly,
have the battery checked by
your Lexus dealer.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the battery.
■After recharging the battery
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the system.Shift the shift lever to P (automatic) or depress the brake pedal with the
shift lever in N (manual).
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
STEP1
STEP2
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Washer fluidIf any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accesso-
ries are turned off.
CAUTION
■When refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine compartment (type B)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1FR CTRL-B25 AHeadlight high beam, horn
2A/F15 AExhaust system
3ETCS10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
4ALT-S7. 5 ACharging system
5STR LOCK25 ASteering lock
6H-LP CLN30 AHeadlight cleaner
7A/C COMP7. 5 AAir conditioning system
8DEICER25 A
9FR CTRL-AM30 AFront fog lights, parking lights, wind-
shield washer
10IG210 AIgnition system
11EFI NO.210 AFuel system, exhaust system
12H-LP R LWR15 AHeadlight low beam (right)
13H-LP L LWR15 AHeadlight low beam (left)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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FuseAmpereCircuit
14RR DOOR LH20 APo w e r w i n d o w s
15FR DOOR LH20 APo w e r w i n d o w s
16SECURITY7. 5 ASmart access system with push-button
start
17H-LP LVL7. 5 AAFS
18LH-IG10 A
Charging system, headlight cleaner,
rear window defogger, electric cool-
ing fans, emergency flashers, turn sig-
nal lights, back-up lights, stop lights,
mirror heaters, sun shade, seat belts,
Intuitive parking assist, cruise control,
air conditioning system, PTC heater
19FR WIP30 AWindshield wipers

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by yo ur Lexus dealer immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampIndicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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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
equivalent