2011 Lexus ES350 brake fluid

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Maintenance and care
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Power steering fluid■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min- utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tempera-
ture, 140 °F - 175 °F [60 °C - 80 °C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50 °F - 85° F [10°C - 30 °C])
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus
dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
→P. 4 5 8
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(USA)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
Indicates the following;
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake booster system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn on or
flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that the trunk is
not fully closed. flashes and a
buzzer sounds to indi-
cate that trunk is not fully
closed (with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Close the trunk.
(Flashing)
Indicates that the moon
roof is not fully closed
(with the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch
OFF and the driver’s
door opened). A buzzer also sounds.
Close the moon roof.
(Flashing)
Indicates that the parking
brake is still engaged
(with the vehicle having
reached a speed of more
than 3 mph [5 km/h]).A buzzer also sounds.
Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the washer
fluid level is low.A buzzer also sounds.
Add washer fluid.

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6-1. Specifications
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Automatic Transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact
your Lexus dealer.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N, 51kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,3 0.6 kg f ) .
Fluid capacity*6.87 qt. (6.5 L, 5.72 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may
cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transaxle accompanied by
vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transaxle of your vehicle.
Pedal clearance *12.4 in. (61 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *27  10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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Alphabetical index
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Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage .................................................. 501
Battery
Checking ................................................. 391
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................................ 483
Preparing and checking
before winter ........................................191
Bluetooth
® audio..................................262
Bluetooth® phone ................................. 281
Brake
Fluid ..........................................................388
Parking brake ........................................ 134
Brake assist .............................................. 177
Break-in tips .............................................. 119 Care
Exterior....................................................362
Interior .................................................... 365
Seat belts ............................................... 366
Cargo capacity....................................... 187
Cargo hooks............................................ 341
CD changer ............................................ 226
CD player ................................................ 226
Chains ........................................................ 193
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition .................. 102
Booster seats, installation ............... 109
Convertible seats, definition .......... 102
Convertible seats, installation ....... 109
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 97
Infant seats, definition ........................ 102
Infant seats, installation ..................... 109
Installing CRS with lower anchorages......................................... 107
Installing CRS with seat belts ........ 109
Installing CRS with top straps......... 112
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Emergency flashersSwitch ...................................................... 434
Engine Compartment ...................................... 381
Engine switch......................................... 126
Hood........................................................ 378
How to start the engine.................... 126
Identification number....................... 493
If the engine will not start ............... 476
Ignition switch........................................ 126
Overheating.........................................486
Engine compartment cover .............382
Engine coolant Capacity................................................. 496
Checking ...............................................386
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................... 191
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................................... 136
Engine immobilizer system.................. 79
Engine oil Capacity.................................................495
Checking ...............................................383
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................... 191
Engine oil maintenance data........... 385
Event data recorder ............................443 Floor mat .................................................. 339
Fluid
Brake .......................................................388
Power steering fluid ......................... 389
Washer................................................... 393
Fog lights
Switch.......................................................... 151
Wattage ...................................................501
Foot well lighting.....................................314
Front fog lights Switch.......................................................... 151
Wattage ...................................................501
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 97
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ..................................... 447
Front seats Adjustment .............................................. 48
Driving position memory ..................49
Seat position memory.........................53
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage ...................................................501
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................424
Wattage ...................................................501F

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Noise from under vehicle...................... 18
Odometer................................................. 136
OilEngine oil ...............................................383
Opener
Fuel filler door......................................... 76
Hood........................................................ 378
Trunk ........................................................... 44
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights ................................... 314
Wattage................................................... 501
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ......................... 66
Mirror position memory ................... 49
Outside temperature display............ 144
Overhead console ...............................320
Overheating, Engine ...........................486 Parking assist sensors............................ 171
Parking brake...........................................134
Parking lights
Switch........................................................ 147
Wattage ...................................................501
PCS ............................................................. 182
Personal lights Switch........................................................ 316
Wattage ...................................................501
Power outlet ........................................... 329
Power steering fluid ............................389
Power windows ........................................ 68
Pre-collision system ............................. 182N
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