2010 Lexus IS F lights

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning message is displayed
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights turns on again after performing the follow-
ing actions, contact your Lexus dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
P. 124), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (P. 1 2 4 )
■The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The battery may be discharged. (P. 480)
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (P. 480)
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 7 8 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent battery discharge
●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.
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.
Maintain the engine speed of 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
as soon as possible.STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at the fac-
tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equiv-
alent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning the engine.
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 capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LX 75W-85 GL-5” or equivalent

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: H11 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: HB3 halogen bulbs
E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
F: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights
High beam
Low/high beam
9005
D4S60
35D
A
Front turn signal lights21C
Parking lights1685E
Front fog lights55B
Rear turn signal lights21C
Back-up lights92116E
Outer foot lights5E
Interior
Vanity lights8E
Interior lights
Front
Rear
5
3E
F
Rear overhead courtesy light3F
Front door courtesy lights5E
Trunk light5F

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Pow e r w i n -
dows
(
P. 6 9 )
Linked door lock opera-
tionOnOff
Linked door key opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOpen only
Moon roof
(
P. 7 1 )
Linked door lock opera-
tionOnOff
Linked door key opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Linked operation of com-
ponents when door key is
used
Slide onlyTilt only
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOpen only
Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control is used
Off
Slide only
Tilt only
Automatic
light control
system
(
P. 1 5 0 )
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Lights
(
P. 151)
Daytime running light sys-
tem (U.S.A. only)OnOff

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6-2. Customization
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
P. 1 5 4 )
Switching operation when
the vehicle is stationaryOnOff
Drip prevention functionOnOff
Time elapsed before the
drip prevention function
operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on
the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
Intuitive park-
ing assist
(
P. 171)
Back sensor operation
display and buzzerOnOff
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Distance which a sensor
detects4.9 ft. (150 cm)2.0 ft. (60 cm)
Illumination
(
P. 306)
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff
Operation after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned OFF
OnOff
Front footwell lightsOnOff
Shift lever lightOnOff
Outer foot lightsOnOff
Seat belt
reminder
(
P. 444)
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzerOnOff

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Alphabetical index
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................................. 499
Battery
Checking ............................................... 382
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery..................................................480
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................................... 192
Bluetooth
® audio..................................257
Bluetooth® phone ................................275
Bottle holders .......................................... 315
Brake
Fluid ..........................................................380
Parking brake ........................................ 137
Brake assist ............................................... 177
Care
Exterior ................................................... 354
Interior..................................................... 357
Seat belts ...............................................358
Cargo capacity ...................................... 188
Cargo hooks .......................................... 332
CD changer ............................................. 218
CD player.................................................. 218
Chains ......................................................... 192Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition .................. 102
Booster seats, installation ...............108
Convertible seats, definition .......... 102
Convertible seats, installation .......108
Front passenger occupant
classification system ......................... 97
Infant seats, definition ........................ 102
Infant seats, installation .....................108
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages......................................... 107
Installing CRS with seat belts ........108
Installing CRS with top straps......... 112
Child safety
Airbag precautions .............................. 92
Battery precautions ............. 383, 482
Child restraint system ....................... 102
Child-protectors ...................................40
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................................60
Installing child restraints................... 106
Moon roof precautions...................... 74
Power window lock switch ..............69
Power window precautions ............ 70
Removed electronic key battery
precautions........................................407
Seat belt comfort guide .................... 58
Seat belt extender precautions...... 62
Seat belt precautions ............................61
Seat heater precautions..................326
Trunk precautions................................. 45
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