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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_UTo change “ENGINE START ST
OP” switch modes: Within 10
seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the clutch pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can be
changed each time the switch is pressed.
(→ P. 1 3 4 )
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the clutch
pedal depressed.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Lexus
dealer.
■Stopping the engine
For vehicles with an automatic transmission: Shift the shift lever to P and press the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when stopping the engine.
For vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to N position and press
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you normally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
( → P. 434)
STEP3
5
When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme
caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
With automatic transmission vehicles, be careful not to shift the shift lever with the
accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N (vehicles
with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission) or 1 or R position (vehicles with a manual
transmission), release the parking brake and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC and VSC if these functions are hampering your
attempts to free the vehicle. ( → P. 1 9 8 )
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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6-1. Specifications
IS350/250_U
Automatic Transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary, con-
tact your Lexus dealer.
Manual Transmission
Clutch
IS350IS250 (2WD)IS250 (AWD)
Fluid capacity*8.3 qt.
(7.9 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)7.9 q t .
(7.5 L, 6.5 Imp. qt.)9.9 q t.
(9.4 L, 8.2 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibra-
tion, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil typeAPI GL-5
Recommended gear oil viscositySAE75W-90
NOTICE
Using manual transmission gear oil other than “TOYOTA Genuine Manual
Transmission Gear Oil API GL-5” may cause occurrence of gear noise or other dete-
rioration.
Clutch free play0.2 0.6 in. (5 15 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
IS350/250_U
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
*3: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45.0 lbf (200 N, 20.4kgf ).
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *1
IS 350
IS 250
Manual transmission
Automatic transmission4.13 in. (105 mm) Min.
4.09 in. (104 mm) Min.
4.3 in. (108 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 0.08 in. (1.0 2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *2/
lever travel
*3
Pe d a l t y p e
Lever type7 9 clicks
5
7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
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6-2. Customization
6
Vehicle specifications
IS350/250_U
Door lock
(
→P. 4 3 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in one
step, all doors
unlocked in two
steps
All doors
unlocked in one step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Manual transmissions)
OnOff
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
(Automatic transmissions)
OffOn
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors (Manual
transmissions)
OnOff
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors (Auto-
matic transmissions)
OffOn
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doorsOnOff
Shifting gears to a posi-
tion other than P locks all
doors
OnOff
Steering
wheel
(
→P. 7 0 )
Auto tilt-away functionOnOff
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
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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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IS350/250_U
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................220
ABS.............................................................. 196
AFS .............................................................. 166
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 166
Air conditioning filter ........................... 431
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ......................... 431
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 220
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 96
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 99
Airbag warning light .........................472
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions.............................................. 96
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 99
Front passenger occupant classification system....................... 104
General airbag precautions ........... 99
Locations of airbags............................ 93
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................. 103
Proper driving posture ............... 91, 99
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 96
Side airbag precautions .................... 99
SRS airbags ............................................. 93
Alarm ........................................................... 88
Antenna ....................................................238
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 196
Armrest .....................................................354
Ashtrays ....................................................345
Audio input .............................................. 275 Audio system
Antenna.................................................. 238
AUX adapter .......................................275
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 280
CD player/changer ........................... 241
iPod
®...................................................... 256
MP3/WMA disc............................... 248
Optimal use .......................................... 273
Portable music player ......................275
Radio ........................................................233
Steering wheel audio switch......... 277
USB memory .......................................264
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 220
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................... 167
Automatic light control system.........165
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 139
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 503
S mode ..................................................... 142
AUX adapter ......................................... 275
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 533
Battery Checking................................................. 410
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .................................................509
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 210
Bottle holders .........................................338
Bluetooth
® audio .................................280
Bluetooth® phone ............................... 298
A
B
571
Alphabetical index
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