2010 Lexus IS250 power steering

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U
CAUTION
■When the electric power steering warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, firmly hold and
operate it using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat,
change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Lexus
dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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6-1. Specifications
IS350/250_U■
Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), 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 Motor 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 excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup 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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IS350/250_U
Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
AW DAll Wheel Drive
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECTElectronic Controlled Transmission
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent data recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
ETCSElectronic Throttle Control System
GAWRGross Axle Weight Rating
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System

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Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U
Cruise controlCruise control ....................................... 175
Dynamic radar crui se control ....... 179
Cup holder ..............................................336
Curtain shield airbags............................ 93
Customizable features .......................549
Daytime running light system ........... 166
Defogger Rear window........................................ 228
Side mirror ............................................ 228
Dimension ................................................. 518
Dinghy towing ............................... 215, 216
Display
Dynamic radar crui se control ....... 179
Satellite switch mode ....................... 342
Trip information ..................................... 161
Warning message............................ 480
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............394
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights......................... 329
Wattage.................................................. 533
Door pockets......................................... 338
Doors Door lock................................ 28, 40, 43
Door windows ....................................... 76
Side mirrors ..............................................73
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 473
Driving Correct posture ...................................... 91
Procedures ............................................. 124
Driving position memory ......................53 Electric power steering........................196
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................505
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start .................501
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 503
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .................................................509
If the warning buzzer sounds........ 471
If the warning light turns on............ 471
If a warning message is displayed ............................................ 480
If you have a flat tire .........................492
If you lose your keys ........................ 504
If you think something is wrong ...................................................467
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................505
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 515
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................................... 461
If your vehicle overheats.................. 512
Emergency flashers Switch...................................................... 460
Engine Compartment ..................................... 400
Engine switch ........................................ 134
Hood ........................................................397
How to start the engine ................... 134
Identification number ........................ 519
If the engine will not start .................501
Ignition switch ....................................... 134
Overheating .......................................... 512
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IS350/250_U
Shift leverAutomatic transmission.................... 139
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................503
Manual transmission ..........................145
Shift lever lights ..................................... 329
Shift lock system ................................... 503
Shopping bag hooks ........................... 360
Side airbags ................................................93
Side marker lights
Switch ........................................................165
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding .......................... 73
Mirror position memory ................... 53
“SOS” button ..........................................373
Smart access system with push-button startEntry function ......................................... 28
Starting the engine.............................. 134
Spare tire
Inflation pressure ............................... 425
Storage location................................. 492
Spark plug ................................................524
Specifications...........................................518
Speedometer Speed indicator ......................................151
Speedometer ..........................................151 Steering wheel
Audio switches .................................... 277
Manual adjustment...............................69
Power adjustment................................. 70
Steering wheel positionmemory .................................................. 53
Storage feature......................................333
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ...... 515
Sun visors .................................................339
Sunshade Rear.......................................................... 355
Roof............................................................. 80
Switch
ECT switch............................................. 140
Emergency flasher switch ............ 460
Engine switch ........................................ 134
ETCS switch .......................................... 146
Fog light switch .................................... 168
Hazard light switch .......................... 460
Ignition switch ....................................... 134
Light switches ....................................... 165
Power door lock switch .................... 43
Power window switch ........................ 76
Satellite switches................................. 342
Transmission shift switches .............142
Window lock switch............................ 76
Wiper and washer switch............... 169

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Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U
Warning buzzersBrake system ......................................... 471
Open door ...........................................473
Seat belt reminder .............................473
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ...................472
Brake assist system ...........................472
Brake system ......................................... 471
Charging system ................................472
Electric power steering
warning light ......................................472
Low fuel level........................................473
Malfunction indicator lamp ...........472
Master warning light .........................473
Open door ............................................473
Pre-collision system ..........................472
Pretensioners .......................................472
Seat belt reminder light ...................473
SRS airbags ...........................................472
Tire pressure warning
light.........................................................473
Warning messages
AWD system .........................................481
Dynamic radar cruise control ........................ 481, 483
Engine oil level .................................... 483
Engine oil maintenance.................. 483
Engine oil pressure...........................480
Hood ....................................................... 483
Intuitive parking assist .......... 481, 483
Moon roof............................................. 483
Open door ........................................... 483
Parking brake ...................................... 483
Pre-collision system .............. 481, 483 Smart access system with
push-button start ........................... 488
Steering lock.......................................... 481
Tire pressure warning system.....................481, 483
Trunk ....................................................... 483
Washer fluid ........................................ 483
Washer
Checking ................................................ 413
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 210
Switch........................................................ 169
Washing and waxing ...........................382
Weight Cargo capacity .................................. 206
Load limits ............................................ 209
Weight...................................................... 518
Wheels ...................................................... 429
Window glasses ...................................... 76
Window lock switch ............................... 76
Windows Power windows ..................................... 76
Rear window defogger...................228
Washer .................................................... 169
Windshield wipers................................. 169
Windshield wiper de-icer.................. 229
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.......................434
WMA disc ...............................................248W

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What to do if...
IS350/250_U
A warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 4 7 1If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds...
■Warning lights
or or
P. 4 7 1P. 4 7 2
P. 4 7 3
or
P. 4 7 2P. 4 7 3
P. 4 7 3P. 4 7 3
P. 4 7 2P. 4 7 2
P. 4 7 3P. 4 7 2
P. 4 7 2P. 4 7 3
Brake system warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp
ABS warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low fuel level warning lightMaster warning light
SRS warning lightElectric power steering warning
light
Open door warning lightPre-collision system warn-
ing light
Charging system warning
lightTire pressure warning light
A warning message is dis-
playedP. 4 8 0If a warning message is displayed