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9 9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Spark plug
Cooling system
Gasoline engine
Power control unit
Left-hand drive
vehiclesRight-hand drive
vehicles
Capacity8.2 L (8.7 qt.,
7.2 Imp. qt.)2.0 L (2.1 qt.,
1.8 Imp. qt.)2.2 L (2.3 qt.,
1.9 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Make DENSO FK20HBR8
Gap 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
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9 9-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Outside rear view mirrors (P. 180)
*: If equipped
Power windows (P. 184)
Moon roof* (P. 187)
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault set-
tingCustomized set-
ting
Automatic mirror folding
and extending operation
*
Linked to the
locking/
unlocking of
the doorsOff
———OLinked to opera-
tion of the power
switch
1234
FunctionDefault set-
tingCustomized set-
ting
Mechanical key linked
operationOffOn———O
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOn———O
1234
FunctionDefault set-
tingCustomized set-
ting
Mechanical key linked
operationOffOn———O
Linked operation of com-
ponents when mechani-
cal key is used (open
only)
Slide onlyTilt only———O
Wireless remote control
linked operationOffOn———O
Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control is used
(open only)
Slide onlyTilt only———O
1234
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5849-2. Customization
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Illumination (P. 4 1 1 )
FunctionDefault set-
tingCustomized set-
ting
Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—OO7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the power
switch is turned offOnOff———O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff———O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person
OnOff———O
Inside door handle lightsOnOff———O
Time elapsed before the
outer foot lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—OO7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer
foot lights when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person
OnOff———O
Operation of the outer
foot lights when the doors
are unlocked with the
power door lock switch
OnOff———O
1234
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IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be
made by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qual-
ified and equipped professional. (P. 132)
If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases sig-
nificantly. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately. (P. 135)
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (P. 472)
Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. (P. 210)
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio
wave. (P. 151)
Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock
is set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-pro-
tector lock. (P. 1 4 0 )
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
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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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590What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be
operated if the window lock switch is pressed. (P. 184)
The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a
period of time. (P. 211)
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P.
509)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 224)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound.
(P. 507, 514)
Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside the
vehicle during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. (P. 9 6 )
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid
system.The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The power switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds (if equipped)
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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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596Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Doors .........................................136
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system................140
Door glasses .........................184
Door lock ..............................139
Open door warning buzzer ...137
Open door warning
light ....................................509
Outside rear view mirrors .....180
Rear door child-protector ....140
Drive information ......................117
Drive info 1/Drive info 2...........118
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light ...........509
Driver’s seat position memory ..168
Driving ......................................192
Break-in tips .........................193
Correct driving posture ...........36
Driving mode select switch ..290
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...309
Procedures ............................192
Winter drive tips ...................311
Dynamic radar cruise control ....249E-mail ....................................... 375
Eco drive mode......................... 290
Elapsed time ............................. 117
Electric motor (traction motor)... 79
Electric Power Steering (EPS) . 293
Function ............................... 293
Warning light ....................... 508
Electronic key ........................... 130
Battery-saving function ....... 150
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................ 549
Replacing the battery ........... 472
Emergency, in case of
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ......................... 551
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................ 549
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 546
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .................... 548
If the warning buzzer sounds507
If the warning light turns on 507
If the warning message is
displayed ........................... 514E