2011 Lexus IS250 engine

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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) ................................. 53
Head restraints................................. 57
Seat belts ............................................ 60
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type)............................. 67
Steering wheel (power-adjustable type)............ 68
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ................................................ 70
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 72 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 75
Moon roof .......................................... 78
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap........... 82
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ........ 85
Alarm.................................................... 87
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................................. 90
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ................ 91
SRS airbags ....................................... 93
Front passenger occupant classification system .................. 104
Child restraint sy stems ............... 109
Installing child re straints ............... 113
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle ........................ 124
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 134
Automatic transmission.............. 139
Manual transmission .................... 145
Turn signal lever ............................ 147
Parking brake ................................. 148
Horn.................................................... 150
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ....................... 151
Indicators and warning lights................................................. 157
Multi-information display........... 160
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............................ 165
Fog light switch .............................. 168
Windshield wipers and washer............................................. 169
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 174 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 175
Intuitive parking assist ................. 179
Driving assist systems.................. 185
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ........................ 191
Vehicle load limits ......................... 194
Winter driving tips ........................ 195
Trailer towing .................................. 199
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an automatic
transmission) .............................. 200
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual
transmission) ................................ 201
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3-6. Using the storage featuresList of storage features................ 319
• Glove box ................................... 320
• Console boxes .......................... 320
• Overhead console ................... 322
• Cup holders................................. 322
• Bottle holders/door pockets ............................... 324
• Auxiliary box ............................... 325
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors......................................... 326
Vanity mirrors ................................ 327
Clock ................................................ 328
Satellite switches .......................... 329
Ashtrays ........................................... 332
Cigarette lighter ........................... 333
Power outlet ................................... 334
Seat heaters................................... 335
Seat heaters and ventilators .................................... 338
Armrest ............................................. 341
Rear sunshade ............................... 342
Trunk storage extension ........... 344
Coat hooks ..................................... 345
Floor mat.......................................... 346
Trunk features................................ 347
Garage door opener................. 350
Compass.......................................... 356
Safety Connect ............................ 360 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.................. 368
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ..................... 371
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements............................... 374
General maintena nce ................ 376
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 379
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................. 380
Hood ................................................ 383
Positioning a floor jack.............. 384
Engine compartment................. 386
Tires .................................................. 400
Tire inflation pressure.................. 412
Wheels .............................................. 416
Air conditioning filter................... 418
Electronic key battery ................. 421
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 423
Headlight aim ................................ 437
Light bulbs ....................................... 439
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashe rs.................... 450
If your vehicle needs to be towed............................................... 451
If you think something is wrong ............................................. 457
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 458
Event data recorder .................... 459
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................................... 461
If a warning message is displayed ....................................... 470
If you have a flat tire...................... 481
If the engine will not start ......... 490
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............................. 492
If you lose your keys .................... 493
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............... 494
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................................. 498
If your vehicle overheats ............ 501
If the vehicle becomes stuck............................................... 504
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ..... 506 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 508
Fuel information ............................ 525
Tire information............................ 528
6-2. Customization Customizable features.............. 540
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ........................... 546
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.......................... 548
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 549
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ..................................... 551
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch P. 165
P. 147
P. 168
Shift paddle switches (a utomatic transmission) P. 140, 142
Gauges and meters P. 151
Multi-information display P. 160
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 169
Engine (ignition) switch P. 134
Trunk opener main switch P. 47
Glove box P. 319
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever  P. 67
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch  P. 68
Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission) P. 148
Audio remote control switches P. 263
Horn P. 150
Hood release lever P. 383

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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 sh own 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) ........................... 53
Head restraints .......................... 57
Seat belts ..................................... 60
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type) ...................... 67
Steering wheel (power-adjustable type) ....... 68
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ......................................... 70 Outside rear view mirrors...... 72
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .......................... 75
Moon roof ................................... 78
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 82
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system........................................ 85
Alarm............................................ 87
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)...................................... 90
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture .......... 91
SRS airbags ................................ 93
Front passenger occupant classification system............ 104
Child restraint systems ......... 109
Installing child restraints........ 113

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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. 1 3 4 )
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: If equipped
Electronic key
Electronic keyElectronic key