2014 Lexus IS250 brake fluid

4558-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Electric power steering system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the EP S (Electric Power Steering) sys-
tem
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

4628-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
Warning message and warning buzzer list
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
Indicates that:
• There is a high possibility of a frontal collision; or
• The pre-collision braking function is operatingA buzzer also sounds.
 Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.
Indicates that the engine was stopped with the shift lever
not in P
A buzzer also sounds.
 Shift the shift lever to P.
Indicates that the engine was stopped while driving
A buzzer also sounds.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place such as the shoulder
of a road.
(If equipped)
Indicates that your vehicle is nearing the vehicle ahead
(in vehicle-to-vehicle distance mode)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.
(If equipped)
Alerts the driver that the vehicle has deviated from the
lane (while the LDA [Lane Departure Alert] system is
operating)
The lane line on the side the vehicle has deviated from
flashes in yellow.
The warning buzzer sounds continuously.
 Check around the vehicle and back to inside of the
lane lines.
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the
vehicle may be dangerous.
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(U.S.A.) (Canada)

5069-1. Specifications
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed wi th a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N, 51.0 kgf)
while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*12WD4.2 in. (107 mm) Min.
AW D4.7 in. (118 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*27  10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

554Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ......................... 441
Wattage ................................................. 509
Battery.......................................................408 Battery checking ............................... 408
If the vehicle battery is discharged.................................... 490
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................................254
Warning light ...................................... 455
Bluetooth
®
Audio system ...................................... 309
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................... 311
Bottle holders ......................................... 360
Brake Fluid...........................................................407
Parking brake......................................... 172
Warning light ...................................... 455
Brake assist ............................................. 234
Break-in tips.............................................. 147
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .........84
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 246 Care................................................384, 387
Aluminum wheels ..............................384
Exterior ...................................................384
Interior ..................................................... 387
Seat belts............................................... 388
Cargo capacity ....................................... 156
Cargo hooks ...........................................362
CD player.................................................287
Chains ....................................................... 255
Child restraint system ............................54 Booster seats, definition .................... 55
Booster seats, installation ................. 64
Convertible seats, definition ........... 55
Convertible seats, installation........... 61
Front passenger occupant classification system..........................47
Infant seats, definition.......................... 55
Infant seats, installation......................... 61
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ..................... 59
Installing CRS with seat belts ........... 61
Installing CRS with top tether strap......................... 65
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558Alphabetical index
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
Emergency flashers ............................. 446
Engine ....................................................... 502Accessory mode................................. 160
Compartment....................................... 401
Engine switch ........................................ 159
Hood ....................................................... 399
How to start the engine ................... 159
Identification number ........................ 501
If the engine will not start............... 485
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 159
Overheating .........................................494
Engine coolant....................................... 405 Capacity ................................................ 504
Checking............................................... 405
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................254
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..........................................................81
Engine immobilizer system ................. 69
Engine oil ................................................. 402 Capacity ................................................ 502
Checking................................................402
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................254
Engine switch .......................................... 159
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 234
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ........ 235 Function ..................................................235
Warning light ...................................... 455
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10 First-aid kit storage belt......................362
Flat tire .......................................................475
Floor mats....................................................26
Fluid
Automatic transmission ................. 505
Brake....................................................... 506
Washer .....................................................410
Fog lights..................................................... 181 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 434
Switch ......................................................... 181
Wattage ................................................ 509
Footwell light .......................................... 356 Wattage ................................................ 509
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 47
Front personal lights ............................357 Wattage ................................................ 509
Front seats ................................................. 120 Adjustment..............................................120
Cleaning................................................. 387
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory................. 123
Head restraints ..................................... 127
Power easy access system ............. 124
Seat heaters ..........................................355
Seat position memory ....................... 123
Seat ventilators....................................355F