2008 Lexus IS250 oil temperature

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Maintenance and care
■Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
*: If SAE 5W-30 oil is not avail-able, SAE 10W-30 oil may be
used. However, it should be
replaced with SAE 5W-30 at
the next oil change.
■ How to read oil container labels
Some oil containers are labeled wi th ILSAC certification marks that
help you to select the proper oil.
Outside temperature

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Lubrication system
*: 5W-30 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency.
Oil viscosity
● The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of
the oil which allows cold startability . Oils with a lower value before the W
allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
● The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating
temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the
vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load condition.
IS250IS350
Oil capacity
(drain and refill)
with filter
2WD models
AWD models
6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 lmp.qt.)
6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.7 lmp.qt.)6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 lmp.qt.)

without filter
2WD models
AWD models
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 lmp.qt.)
6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 lmp.qt.)6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 lmp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multi-grade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosity
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent to satisfy the grade and viscosity shown
below.
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Vehicle specifications
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the hi ghest), B, and C, representing
the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire fail-
ure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Mo tor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excess ive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat build up and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine

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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering ....................... 170
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 394
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ................. 391
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 392
If the vehicle has discharged battery.................................................. 397
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 360
If the warning light turns on .......... 360
If the warning message is displayed ............................................ 369
If you have a flat tire ........................ 382
If you lose your keys ........................ 393
If you think something is wrong................................................... 356
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 394
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 402
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................350
If your vehicle overheats................400 Engine
Compartment...................................... 292
Engine switch .......................................... 117
Hood ....................................................... 289
How to start the engine ..................... 117
Identification number .......................407
If the engine will not start................. 391
Ignition switch ......................................... 117
Overheating ........................................ 400
Engine compartment cover ............. 294
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................... 411
Checking ...............................................299
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 183
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 130
Engine immobilizer system.................. 72
Engine oil Capacity .................................................. 410
Checking ...............................................295
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 183
Engine oil maintenance data............298
EPS .............................................................. 170
Event data recorder ........................... 358E

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Keyless entry.............................................. 34
KeysElectronic key ......................................... 20
Engine switch........................................... 117
If you lose your keys......................... 393
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 394
Key number ............................................. 20
Keyless entry ........................................... 34
Keys ............................................................. 20
Mechanical key...................................... 20
Wireless remote control key .......... 34
Light bulbs Replacing ............................................... 342
Wattage.................................................. 420
Lights Door courtesy lights........................... 231
Fog light switch .....................................146
Headlights switch ................................ 143
Interior light switch ............................ 234
Outer foot lights ................................... 231
Overhead courtesy light.................. 231
Personal light switch ........................ 234
Replacing light bulbs........................ 342
Scuff lighting ........................................... 231
Shift lever lighting ................................ 231
Turn signal lever ...................................128
Vanity lights .......................................... 243
Wattage.................................................. 420
Load capacity .......................................... 182 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance......... 286
General maintenance..................... 282
Maintenance data ............................. 406
Maintenance requirements.......... 280
Manual transmission .............................126
Meter Instrument panel lig ht 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 ............................... 238K
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