2008 Lexus IS250 open hood

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-4. Using the storage features .... 236List of storage features............... 236
• Glove box..................................... 236
• Console boxes ........................... 237
• Overhead console................... 238
• Cup holders................................. 239
• Bottle holders/door pockets ................................ 241
3-5. Other interior features........... 242 Sun visors......................................... 242
Vanity mirror .................................. 243
Clock ................................................. 244
Satellite switches .......................... 245
Ashtrays .......................................... 248
Cigarette lighter ........................... 249
Power outlet .................................. 250
Seat heaters ..................................... 251
Seat heaters and ventilators ..................................... 253
Armrest ............................................ 255
Rear sunshade ............................... 256
Trunk storage extension........... 258
Coat hooks ..................................... 259
Floor mat......................................... 260
Trunk features................................. 261
Garage door opener.................. 264
Compass........................................... 269 4-1. Maintenance and care............ 274
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......................... 274
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............................ 277
4-2. Maintenance............................. 280 Maintenance requirements.............................. 280
General maintenance ................ 282
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 285
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance............................ 286
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................................. 286
Hood................................................. 289
Positioning a floor jack.............. 290
Engine compartment.................. 292
Tires .................................................. 306
Tire inflation pressure.................. 316
Wheels............................................. 320
Air conditioning filter.................. 322
Electronic key battery ................ 325
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 327
Headlight aim.................................. 341
Light bulbs ....................................... 342
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is
detected.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations.
●A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the entry function, wireless remote door lock function
or mechanical key with the alarm being set.
● The hood is opened with the alarm being set.
■ Setting the alarm system
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all doors using
the entry function, wireless
remote door lock function or
mechanical key.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
●Unlock the doors or trunk using the entry function, wireless
remote door lock functi on or mechanical key.
● Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
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■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following.
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■Pa n i c m o d e
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
Stopping the alarm deactivates the system.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door, the trunk or hood.
●The battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
■When the battery is disconnected
Be sure to deactivate the alarm system.
If the battery is discharged before deactivating the alarm system, the alarm may be
triggered when the battery is reconnected.When is pushed for longer than about
one second, an alarm will sound for about 60
seconds and the vehicle lights will flash to
deter any person from trying to break into or
damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, push any button on the
wireless remote control.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Hood
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and
cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the hood catch and lift the
hood.
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance ......... 286
General maintenance ..................... 282
Maintenance data .............................406
Maintenance requirements ..........280
Manual transmission............................. 126
Meter Instrument panel light control .........131
Meters .......................................................130
Micro dust and pollen filter ................ 196
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ...................... 60
Side mirror heater .............................200
Side mirrors............................................... 61
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 243
Moon roof ...................................................66
MP3 disc ................................................... 217
Multi-information display.................... 139
Odometer .................................................130
Oil Engine oil ............................................... 295
Opener Fuel filler door ........................................ 69
Hood ....................................................... 289
Trunk ............................................................. 41
Outer foot lights Outer foot lights................................... 231
Wattage ................................................. 420
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ........................... 61
Mirror position memory ....................46
Outside temperature display............140
Overhead console .............................. 238 Overhead courtesy lights
Overhead courtesy lights ................231
Wattage ..................................................420
Overheating, Engine.......................... 400
Parking assist sensors .......................... 164
Parking brake .......................................... 129
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 342
Switch........................................................ 143
Wattage ..................................................420
PCS ..............................................................176
Personal lights Switch....................................................... 234
Power outlet............................................250
Power windows ........................................ 64
Pre-collision system...............................176
Radar cruise control............................. 155
Radiator ..................................................... 301
Radio .......................................................... 204
RDS ............................................................205
Rear sunshade ....................................... 256
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ........................ 342
Wattage ..................................................420
Rear view mirror Compass................................................269
Rear window defogger ..................... 200
Replacing Electronic key battery ......................325
Fuses......................................................... 327
Light bulbs ............................................. 342
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners .......................................... 444M
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Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................................... 243
Wattage.................................................. 420
Vanity mirrors ........................................ 243
VDIM .......................................................... 170
Vehicle dynamics integrated
management ........................................ 170
Vehicle identification number .........407
Vehicle stability control....................... 170
Ventilators ...............................................253
VSC ............................................................. 170
Warning buzzers Brake system .......................................360
Open door .......................................... 362
Seat belt reminder............................. 362
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system.....................361
Brake assist system.............................361
Brake system .......................................360
Charging system .................................361
Electric power steering
warning light .......................................361
Low fuel level ....................................... 362
Malfunction indicator lamp.............361
Master warning light ........................ 362
Open door ........................................... 362
Pre-collision system ...........................361
Pretensioners.........................................361
Seat belt reminder light .................. 362
SRS airbags ............................................361
Tire pressure warning
light ........................................................ 362 Warning messages
AWD system....................................... 370
Dynamic radar cruise control ....................... 370, 373
Engine oil level.....................................373
Engine oil maintenance...................373
Engine oil pressure........................... 369
Hill-start assist control ..................... 372
Hood ........................................................373
Intuitive parking assist ......... 370, 373
Moon roof..............................................373
Open door ............................................373
Parking brake.......................................373
Pre-collision system............. 370, 373
Smart access system with push-button start ........................... 378
Steering lock........................................ 370
Tire pressure warning system ................... 370, 373
Traction control...................................372
Trunk.........................................................373
Vehicle stability control................... 372
Washer fluid .........................................373
Washer
Checking............................................... 305
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 183
Switch ........................................................ 147
Washing and waxing............................274
Weight Cargo capacity .................................... 179
Load limits............................................... 182
Weight .................................................... 406V
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 2 8 9Trunk openerP. 4 1Fuel filler door P. 6 9
Hood lock release lever P. 2 8 9Fuel filler door openerP. 6 9Tire inflation pressureP. 4 1 5
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 70, 409
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 4 1 5
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
IS250 IS250
(2WD models) (AWD models) IS350
With filter 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.8 (6.4, 5.7) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Without filter 6.2 (5.9
, 5.2)6.3 (6.0, 5.3) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2)
Engine oil typeToyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 410
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30