2012 Lexus IS250C transmission

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Differential
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at thefactory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an
equivalent of matching quality to satisf y the above specification. Please contact
your Lexus dealer for further details.
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary, con- tact your Lexus dealer.
Oil capacity
IS350C
1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.) IS250C
1.20 qt. (1.15 L, 1.01 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent
Fluid capacity*
IS350C
8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.) IS250C
7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.5 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 automatic transmission of your vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
Manual Transmission
Clutch
Gear oil capacity1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil typeAPI GL-5
Recommended gear oil viscositySAE75W-90
Clutch free play0.2  0.6 in. (5  15 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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).
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e *1
IS 350C
IS 250C
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
Pe d a l t y p e
Lever type7  9 clicks
5
 7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Door lock
(
P. 4 7 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in one
step, both side
doors unlocked
in two steps
Both side 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 both side doors
(Manual transmissions)
OnOff
Opening driver's door
unlocks both side doors
(Automatic transmissions)
OffOn
Shifting gears to P
unlocks both side doorsOnOff
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks both
side doors
OnOff
Steering
wheel
(
P. 76 )
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
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
PCSPre-Collision System
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* ..........................................................248
ABS.............................................................. 219
Air conditioning filter ..........................453
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ....................... 453
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................. 248
Airbags Airbag operating conditions........... 110
Airbag precautions for your child...........................................................114
Airbag warning light ........................ 496
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 119
General airbag precautions ............114
Locations of airbags.......................... 106
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 118
Proper driving posture ............ 104, 114
Side airbag operating conditions................................................ 111
Side airbag precautions .....................114
SRS airbags ........................................... 106
Alarm .......................................................... 100
Antenna* .................................................. 267
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 219
Ashtrays .................................................... 374
Audio input*............................................304 Audio system*
Antenna...................................................267
AUX port .............................................. 304
Bluetooth
® audio ............................. 309
CD player/changer ..........................270
iPod .......................................................... 285
MP3/WMA disc................................ 277
Optimal use ......................................... 302
Portable music player ..................... 304
Radio ........................................................262
Steering wheel audio switch........ 306
USB memory .......................................293
USB port ................................................293
Automatic air conditioning system* .................................................. 248
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................................................... 184
Automatic light control system.......... 181
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ................... 153
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..................................... 531
S mode ..................................................... 157
AUX port* .............................................. 304
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Alphabetical index
Keyless entry.............................................. 44
KeysElectronic key ......................................... 28
Engine switch........................................ 148
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 533
If you lose your keys......................... 532
Key number ............................................. 28
Keyless entry ........................................... 44
Keys ............................................................. 28
Mechanical key...................................... 29
Wireless remote control key .......... 44
Light bulbs Replacing ............................................... 475
Wattage.................................................. 577
Lights Door courtesy lights.........................359
Emergency flasher switch .............486
Fog light switch .................................... 185
Hazard light switch ...........................486
Headlights switch ................................. 181
Interior light switch ............................360
Outer foot lights .................................359
Personal light switch ........................360
Replacing light bulbs........................ 475
Scuff lights..............................................359
Shift lever light .....................................359
Turn signal lever ................................... 162
Vanity lights ..........................................369
Wattage.................................................. 577
Load capacity ......................................... 237 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance........... 416
General maintenance....................... 412
Maintenance data ............................. 560
Maintenance requirements............ 410
Maintenance data ................................... 411
Manual transmission ............................ 160
Meter Instrument panel light control ....... 167
Meters ....................................................... 166
Micro dust and pollen filter* ............ 252
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......................78
Side mirror heater..............................257
Side mirrors.............................................. 79
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 369
MP3 disc*.................................................277
Multi-information display .................... 176
Noise from under vehicle ......................19K
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Safety connect .......................................394
Scuff lights ................................................359
Seat beltsAdjusting the seat belt........................ 70
Automatic locking retractor.............72
Child restraint system installation ............................................128
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts .................................... 408
Emergency locking retractor ..........72
How to wear your seat belt............. 70
How your child should wear the seat belt ...........................................73
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use..........................73
Reminder light ..................................... 497
Seat belt extenders ...............................73
Seat belt guide ......................................... 71
Seat belt pretensioners ....................... 72
Seat heaters ............................................ 377
Seat position memory ............................ 65
Seat ventilators ...................................... 377
Seating capacity .................................... 237 Seats
Adjustment .............................................. 55
Adjustment precautions ................... 60
Child seats/child restraint system installation............................ 128
Cleaning ................................................ 407
Driver’s seat position memory ........ 61
Front passenger seat position memory ................................................. 65
Head restraint ......................................... 67
Properly sitting in the seat............... 104
Seat heaters .......................................... 377
Ventilated seats................................... 377
Service reminder indicators ............. 172
Shift lever Automatic transmission ................... 153
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..................................... 531
Manual transmission..........................160
Shift lever light ....................................... 359
Shift lock system..................................... 531
Shopping bag hooks ............................ 381
Side airbags ............................................. 106
Side marker lights Switch ..........................................................181S