2012 Lexus IS250C charging

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehi-
cle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain
electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may dis-
charge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges automat-
ically during driving.)
Maintain the engine speed of th e second vehicle and turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode,
then start the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine ha s started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse ord er in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the ve hicle checked at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible.STEP5
STEP6

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6-1. Specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at 68 F (20 C):12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.

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Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ....................................... 495
Open door .......................................... 497
Seat belt reminder ............................ 497
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .................. 496
Brake assist system .......................... 496
Brake system ....................................... 495
Charging system ............................... 495
Electric power steering systemwarning light ..................................... 496
Low fuel level....................................... 497
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 496
Master warning light ........................ 497
Open door ........................................... 497
Pre-collision system ......................... 496
Pretensioners ...................................... 496
Seat belt reminder light .................. 497
SRS airbags .......................................... 496
Tire pressure warning light........................................................ 497
Warning messages Dynamic radar cruise control ...................... 505, 507
Engine oil level .................................... 507
Engine oil maintenance.................. 507
Engine oil pressure........................... 504
Hood ....................................................... 507
Intuitive parking assist ........ 505, 507
Open door ........................................... 507
Parking brake ...................................... 507
Pre-collision system ............ 505, 507
Retractable hardtop ............ 505, 507 Smart access system with
push-button start ............................. 514
Steering lock........................................ 505
Trunk ....................................................... 507
Washer fluid ........................................ 507
Washer Checking ...............................................436
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................238
Switch........................................................ 187
Washing and waxing ...........................402
Weight Cargo capacity ................................... 234
Load limits ............................................. 237
Weight.................................................... 560
Wheels ....................................................... 451
Window glasses ...................................... 82
Window lock switch ...............................83
Windows Power windows ..................................... 82
Rear window defogger................... 257
Washer .................................................... 187
Windshield wiper de-icer..................258
Windshield wipers................................. 187
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery...................... 456
WMA disc* ............................................. 277W
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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What to do if...
A warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 4 9 5If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds...
■Warning lights
or or
P. 4 9 5P. 4 9 6
P. 4 9 7
or
P. 4 9 6P. 4 9 7
P. 4 9 7P. 4 9 7
P. 4 9 6P. 4 9 6
P. 4 9 7P. 4 9 6
P. 4 9 5P. 4 9 7
P. 4 9 6
Brake system warning lightMalfunction indicator lamp
“ABS” warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low fuel level warning lightMaster warning light
SRS warning lightElectric power steering system
warning light
Open door warning lightPre-collision system warn-
ing light
Charging system warning
lightTire pressure warning light
Slip indicator