2011 Lexus IS250 transmission

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may require
towing to be freed.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic Transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary, con-tact your Lexus dealer.
Manual Transmission
Fluid capacity*
IS350 (2WD)
IS350 (AWD)
IS250 (2WD)
IS250 (AWD)
8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)
10.5 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.5 Imp. qt.)
9.9 qt. (9.4 L, 8.2 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
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 auto matic 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.

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6-1. Specifications
Clutch
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).
Clutch free play0.2  0.6 in. (5  15 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
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
Pedal type
Lever type7  9 clicks
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 7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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6-2. Customization
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. 6 8 )
Auto tilt-away functionOnOff
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABSAnti-lock Brake 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
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System
TRACTraction Control
VDIMVehicle Dynamics Integrated Management

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................206
ABS.............................................................. 185
Air conditioning filter ........................... 418
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ........................ 418
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................206
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 96
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 99
Airbag warning light ........................ 462
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 po sture ............... 91, 99
Side airbag operating conditions.............................................. 96
Side airbag precautions .................... 99
SRS airbags ............................................. 93
Alarm ............................................................ 87
Antenna .................................................... 224
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 185
Armrest ...................................................... 341
Ashtrays ....................................................332
Audio input ............................................... 261 Audio system
Antenna................................................... 224
AUX port ................................................ 261
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 266
CD player/changer .......................... 227
iPod ........................................................... 242
MP3/WMA disc................................234
Optimal use ......................................... 259
Portable music player ....................... 261
Radio ......................................................... 219
Steering wheel audio switch.........263
USB memory ...................................... 250
USB port ............................................... 250
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 206
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................................... 167
Automatic light control system.........165
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 139
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P....................................492
S mode ..................................................... 142
AUX port...................................................261
Auxiliary box .......................................... 325
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................. 524
Battery Checking............................................... 396
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ................................................. 498
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 195
Bottle holders......................................... 324
Bluetooth
® audio ................................. 266
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Alphabetical index
Light bulbsReplacing............................................... 439
Wattage ................................................. 524
Lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 315
Emergency flasher switch ............. 450
Fog light switch.....................................168
Hazard light switch........................... 450
Headlights switch ................................165
Interior light switch.............................. 317
Outer foot lights................................... 315
Overhead courtesy light ................. 315
Personal light switch .......................... 317
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 439
Scuff lights ............................................... 315
Shift lever light ....................................... 315
Turn signal lever................................... 147
Vanity lights ...........................................327
Wattage ................................................. 524
Load capacity .......................................... 194
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance .........380
General maintenance ..................... 376
Maintenance data ............................ 508
Maintenance requirements ...........374
Manual transmission ............................. 145
Meter Instrument panel light control ....... 152
Meters .........................................................151
Micro dust and pollen filter ................ 210 Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ....................... 70
Side mirror heater ...............................214
Side mirrors ............................................. 72
Vanity mirrors ...................................... 327
Moon roof ................................................... 78
MP3 disc .................................................. 234
Multi-information display ................... 160
Noise from under vehicle...................... 19
Odometer...................................................151
Oil Engine oil............................................... 389
Opener Fuel filler door ......................................... 82
Hood ....................................................... 383
Trunk ........................................................... 47
Outer foot lights Outer foot lights .................................. 315
Wattage ..................................................524
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding.......................... 72
Mirror position memory ....................53
Outside temperature display ............. 161
Overhead console ............................... 322
Overhead courtesy lights Overhead courtesy lights............... 315
Wattage ..................................................524
Overheating, Engine............................ 501L
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Alphabetical index
Shift leverAutomatic transmission.................... 139
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 492
Manual transmission .......................... 145
Shift lever lights ....................................... 315
Shift lock system ....................................492
Shopping bag hooks ............................347
Side airbags ................................................93
Side marker lights Switch ........................................................165
Side mirror Adjusting and folding .......................... 72
Mirror position memory ................... 53
“SOS” button ......................................... 360
Smart access system with push-button startEntry function ......................................... 28
Starting the engine.............................. 134
Spare tire Inflation pressure ................................. 412
Storage location...................................481
Spark plug ................................................. 515
Specifications......................................... 508
Speedometer Speed indicator ......................................151
Speedometer ..........................................151 Steering wheel
Audio switches....................................263
Manual adjustment............................... 67
Power adjustment.................................68
Steering wheel positionmemory .................................................. 53
Storage feature....................................... 319
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 504
Sun visors ................................................. 326
Sunshade Rear........................................................... 342
Roof.............................................................. 79
Switch ECT switch............................................. 140
Emergency flasher switch ............ 450
Engine switch ........................................ 134
ETCS switch .......................................... 146
Fog light switch .................................... 168
Hazard light switch .......................... 450
Ignition switch ....................................... 134
Light switches ....................................... 165
Power door lock switch .................... 43
Power window switch ........................ 75
Satellite switches.................................329
Transmission shift switches .............142
Window lock switch............................ 75
Wiper and washer switch............... 169