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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
IS250/220d/200d_EE
CAUTION
Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, cloth-
ing or the vehicle body.
Do not lean over the battery.
In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic con-
verter (IS250), catalytic converter and DPNR (Diesel Particulate-NOx
Reduction System) catalytic converter (IS220d) or catalytic converter and
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter System) catalytic converter (IS200d) may
overheat and become a fire hazard.
When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.
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6-1. Specifications
IS250/220d/200d_EEIS220d and IS200d
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 min-
utes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Lexus
recommends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
Another motor oil of matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade: ACEA C2
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill
reference*)
With filter
Without filter
6.0 L (6.3 qt., 5.3 Imp. qt.)
5.2 L (5.5 qt., 4.6 Imp. qt.)
NOTICE
Using engine oil other than ACEA C2 may damage the catalytic converter.
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Notice on fuel quality
Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be
damaged.
Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its
effectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly.
Notice on diesel fuel quality (IS220d and IS200d)
Do not use a fuel that contains more than 50 ppm of sulfur.
Use of such a high sulfur fuel may damage the engine.
IS250 (EU area): Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or
“E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be used.
The use of these fuels will damage the vehicle's fuel system. In case of
any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
IS250 (except EU area): Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50”
or “E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be
used. Your vehicle can use gasoline mixed with 10% max ethanol. The
use of fuel with more than 10% ethanol content (E10) will damage the
vehicle’s fuel system. You must ensure that refueling is carried out only
from a source where fuel specification and quality can be guaranteed. In
case of any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
IS220d and IS200d (EU area): FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester) fuel sold
under names such as “B30” or “B100” and fuel containing a large amount
of FAME should not be used. The use of these fuels will damage the vehi-
cle's fuel system. In case of any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
IS220d and IS200d (except EU area): FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester)
fuel sold under names such as “B30” or “B100” and fuel containing a
large amount of FAME should not be used. Your vehicle can use diesel
mixed with 5% max biodiesel FAME (B5). The use of fuel with more than
5% FAME content (B5) will damage the vehicle’s fuel system. You must
ensure that refueling is carried out only from a source where fuel specifi-
cation and quality can be guaranteed. In case of any doubt, ask any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.