2010 Lexus IS250C engine

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1-1. Key informationKeys ...................................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start .......................... 28
Wireless remote control .............. 40
Doors.................................................... 43
Trunk..................................................... 47
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................................... 51
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................................. 56
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ............. 60
Head restraints................................. 62
Seat belts ............................................ 65
Steering wheel.................................. 72
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror...................................... 74
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 75 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and retractable
hardtop
Power windows................................ 78
Retractable hardtop........................ 81
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 90
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ......... 93
Alarm.................................................... 95
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................................. 97
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ............... 98
SRS airbags ..................................... 100
Front passenger occupant classification system ..................... 111
Child restraint systems ................. 116
Installing child restraints ............. 120
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 132
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 142
Automatic transmission.............. 147
Manual transmission .................... 154
Turn signal lever ............................ 156
Parking brake ................................. 157
Horn.................................................... 158
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ..................... 159
Indicators and warning lights ... 165
Multi-information display........... 168
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 173
Fog light switch .............................. 176
Windshield wipers and washer.............................................. 177
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 182 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 183
Dynamic radar cruise control............................................. 187
Intuitive parking assist ................. 198
Driving assist systems................. 204
Hill-start assist control ................ 210
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 212
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ...................... 216
Vehicle load limits......................... 219
Winter driving tips ....................... 220
Trailer towing ................................. 224
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) ......... 225
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a
manual transmission)............... 226
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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features.............. 340
• Glove box ................................... 340
• Console box ................................. 341
• Cup holders................................. 343
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 346
Vanity mirror .................................. 347
Clock ................................................ 348
Satellite switches .......................... 349
Ashtrays ........................................... 352
Cigarette lighter .......................... 353
Power outlet ................................... 354
Seat heaters and ventilators .................................... 355
Floor mat......................................... 358
Trunk features................................ 359
Garage door opener.................. 362
Compass......................................... 368 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................... 374
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................... 377
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .... 380
General maintenance ................ 382
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 385
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 386
Hood ................................................ 389
Positioning a floor jack.............. 390
Engine compartment.................. 392
Tires ................................................... 406
Tire inflation pressure.................. 416
Wheels ............................................. 420
Air conditioning filter.................. 422
Electronic key battery ................ 425
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 427
Headlight aim ................................ 442
Light bulbs....................................... 444
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers..................... 452
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................... 453
If you think something is wrong ............................................. 459
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 460
Event data recorder ..................... 461
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 463
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 472
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with standard
tires) ............................................... 486
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with run-flat
tires) ................................................ 495
If the engine will not start .......... 497
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P........................ 499
If you lose your keys ................... 500
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................ 501
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................. 506
If your vehicle overheats .......... 509 If the vehicle becomes stuck .... 512
If the retractable hardtop
does not close.............................. 514
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 526
Fuel information ............................ 542
Tire information............................. 545
6-2. Customization Customizable features............... 557
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 562
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners........................... 564
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 565
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever
Fog light switch P. 173
P. 156
P. 176
Shift paddle switches (automatic transmission) P. 151
Gauges and meters P. 159
Multi-information display P. 168
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 177
Engine (ignition) switch P. 142
Trunk opener main switch P. 47
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 72
Audio remote control switches *2P. 286
Horn P. 158Glove box P. 340
Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission) P. 157
Hood lock release lever P. 389
Inside door lock buttons P. 43

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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. How-
ever, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming
from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation
leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under war-
ranty.

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1-1. Key informationKeys ............................................... 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and
trunk
Smart access system with push-button start ................... 28
Wireless remote control ........ 40
Doors ............................................ 43
Trunk ............................................. 47
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats .................................... 51
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ........................... 56
Seat position memory (front passenger’s seat) ........ 60
Head restraints .......................... 62
Seat belts ..................................... 65
Steering wheel........................... 72
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ............................... 74
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 75 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and retractable
hardtop
Power windows .......................... 78
Retractable hardtop ................. 81
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 90
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system.... 93
Alarm............................................ 95
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)...................................... 97
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 98
SRS airbags .............................. 100
Front passenger occupant classification system............... 111
Child restraint systems ........... 116
Installing child restraints....... 120

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Smart access system with push-button start
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the elec-
tronic key (including the card key∗) on your person, for example in your
pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors ( →P. 2 9 )
Unlocks the trunk ( →P. 2 9 )
Starts the engine ( →P. 142)
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: If equipped