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5608-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to
P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear wheels to
help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRC.
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5618-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
CAUTION
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use
extreme caution.
When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.
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IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)9-1. Specifications
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with 255/35R18 tires
*3: AVE30L-AEXEHW and AVE30R-AEXEHW models
*4: AVE30L-AEXLHW and AVE30R-AEXLHW models
The model code is indicated on the manufacturer’s label. (P. 563)
*5: Vehicles with a towing package
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
Overall length 4665 mm (183.7 in.)
Overall width 1810 mm (71.3 in.)
Overall height*11430 mm (56.3 in.)
Wheelbase 2800 mm (110.2 in.)
Tread*1Front 1535 mm (60.4 in.)
Rear1550 mm (61.0 in.)
1540 mm (60.6 in.)*2
Gross vehicle mass*52130 kg (4696 lb.)*3
2145 kg (4729 lb.)*4
Maximum permis-
sible axle capac-
ity
*5
Front 1090 kg (2403 lb.)
Rear 1200 kg (2646 lb.)
Drawbar load*575 kg (165 lb.)
Towing capacity*5With brake 750 kg (1653 lb.)
Without brake 750 kg (1653 lb.)
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5709-1. Specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
16-inch tires
*1: 5 passengers
*2: For optimizing fuel economy, ECO tire pressure is recommended. Tire pres-
sure affects traveling comfort, road noise and steering characteristics.
Tires and wheels
Tire size205/55R16 91W
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)
Vehicle speed
Front wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)
Rear wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)
More than 160 km/h
(100 mph)
250 (2.5, 36)
270 (2.7, 39)*1
250 (2.5, 36)
Normal pressure:
160 km/h (100 mph)
or less
250 (2.5, 36)
ECO pressure*2:
160 km/h (100 mph)
or less
270 (2.7, 39)270 (2.7, 39)
Wheel size16 7J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
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9 9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
17-inch tires
*: 5 passengers
18-inch tires
When towing a trailer (vehicles with a towing package)
Add 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended tire inflation pres-
sure and drive at speeds below 100 km/h (62 mph).
Tire size225/45R17 91W, 225/45RF17 91W
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)Vehicle speed
Front wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)
Rear wheel
kPa (kgf/cm2
or bar, psi)
More than 160 km/h
(100 mph)
250 (2.5, 36)
270 (2.7, 39)*
250 (2.5, 36)
160 km/h (100 mph)
or less250 (2.5, 36)
Wheel size17 7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire size225/40R18 88Y, 255/35R18 90Y
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)
250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar, 36 psi)
Wheel size18 8J (225/40R18), 18 8 1/2J (255/35R18)
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
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589What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take the key
out from the trunk. (P. 146)
Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake
pedal?
(P. 209)
Is the shift lever in P? (P. 2 1 1 )
Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (P. 149)
Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 212)
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way. (P.
550)
Is the 12-volt battery discharged? (P. 551)
Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON mode. (P. 548)
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (P. 212) The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the
brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
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593Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .293
Function ................................293
Warning light........................508
Approach warning .....................254
Armrest ......................................422
ASC (Active Sound Control) ....225
Assist grips ................................424
Audio input................................323
Audio system .............................316
Audio CD player ..................341
Audio input ...........................323
AUX port/
USB port ............................323
Bluetooth
® audio ..................365
iPod.......................................348
Optimal use...........................331
Portable music player ...........356
Radio ....................................339
Steering wheel audio switch .322
USB memory ........................351
Automatic headlight leveling
system ....................................228
Warning light........................509
Automatic High Beam ..............229
Automatic light control system 226
AUX port ...................................323
Average fuel economy ..............117
Average vehicle speed...............117Back-up light
Replacing light bulb............. 488
Wattage ................................ 572
Battery (12-volt battery) ........... 447
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ......................... 551
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................... 311
Warning light ....................... 507
Battery (traction battery) ............ 83
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...... 309
Blower customization ............... 405
Bluetooth®
Audio system ....................... 365
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)............ 367
Bottle holders ........................... 415
Brake
Fluid ..................................... 569
Parking brake ....................... 224
Regenerative braking ............. 81
Warning light ....................... 507
Brake assist .............................. 293
Break-in tips ............................ 193
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control....
113
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....... 309
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594Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Card key ....................................130
Care ...................................426, 430
Aluminum wheels.................427
Exterior .................................426
Interior ..................................430
Seat belts...............................431
Cargo hooks ..............................417
Caution label ...............................83
CD player ..................................341
Chains ........................................312
Child restraint system ..................61
Baby seats, definition .............62
Baby seats, installation ...........71
Child seats, definition .............62
Child seats, installation...........71
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors.........................74
Installing CRS with seat belts 71
Installing CRS with top strap .75
Junior seats, definition ............62
Junior seats, installation .........73Child safety................................. 60
12-volt battery
precautions ................ 449, 554
Airbag precautions................. 45
Child restraint system ............ 61
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 40
Installing child restraints ....... 70
Moon roof precautions......... 190
Power window lock switch .. 184
Power window precautions.. 186
Rear door child-protectors ... 140
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ............ 474
Seat belt precautions .............. 42
Seat heater precautions ........ 409
Trunk precautions ............... 147
Child-protectors ....................... 140
Cleaning............................ 426, 430
Aluminum wheels ................ 427
Exterior ................................ 426
Interior ................................. 430
Seat belts .............................. 431
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