2010 Lexus IS250 oil level

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers.................... 460
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................................ 461
If you think something
is wrong ......................................... 467
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 468
Event data recorder .................... 469
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................................... 471
If a warning message is
displayed ...................................... 480
If you have a flat tire..................... 492
If the engine will not start ........... 501
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ............................. 503
If you lose your keys ................... 504
If the electronic key does
not operate properly .............. 505
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .................................. 509
If your vehicle overheats ............ 512
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................................. 515
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ....... 5176-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 520
Fuel information ........................... 535
Tire information............................ 538
6-2. Customization
Customizable features.............. 550
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize .......................... 556
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners.......................... 558
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 559
Abbreviation list ................................... 562
Alphabetical index .............................. 564
What to do if... ....................................... 574
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
NOTICE
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indicators)
Have your Lexus dealer check and replace the brake pads as soon as possible.
Rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Front brake only: Moderate levels of brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced front
braking power. As a result, the discs may wear more quickly than conventional
brake discs. Therefore, when replacing the brake pads, Lexus recommends that you
also have the thickness of the discs measured.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or
those of the brake discs are exceeded.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
●The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. (P. 4 9 4 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle.
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to
have your Lexus dealer check the following.
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer (AWD vehicles), differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD vehicles), bearings and suspen-
sion joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand, and that
chains match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
●Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
●Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.

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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryMaintenance-free. (P. 4 1 0 )
Brake fluidAt the correct level? (P. 4 0 8 )
Engine coolantAt the correct level? (P. 4 0 6 )
Engine oilAt the correct level? (P. 4 0 3 )
Exhaust systemNo fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 4 0 8 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dAt the correct level? (P. 4 1 3 )
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed
at the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Services Guide” or “Owners
Manual Supplement”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Lexus dealer or qualified service
shop for advice.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Engine oil level (P. 4 0 3 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 4 3 6 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Tire inflation pressure (P. 4 2 5 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Headlight aim (P. 4 5 0 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser
(P. 4 0 8 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d (P. 4 1 3 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compartment
IS350
Battery (P. 410)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 403)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 403)
Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 4 0 8 )
Fuse boxes (P. 4 3 6 )Washer fluid tank
(P. 413)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser (P. 4 0 8 )
Radiator (P. 4 0 8 )
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 4 0 6 )

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS250
Battery (P. 410)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 403)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 403)
Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 4 0 8 )
Fuse boxes (P. 4 3 6 )Washer fluid tank
(P. 413)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser (P. 4 0 8 )
Radiator (P. 4 0 8 )
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 4 0 6 )

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After turning off the engine, wait
more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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