2014 Lexus IS250 steering

5228-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 5 2 7 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are
unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function
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9 9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of match-
ing quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112.4 lbf)
while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf, 67.4 lbf)
Differential
Oil capacity1.15 L (1.20 qt., 1.01 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*1107 mm (4.2 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 2.0 mm (0.04 — 0.08 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel*27 - 10 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or,
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

565What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
●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. 1 2 7 )
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→P. 1 9 2 )
●Is the shift lever in P? (→P. 1 9 4 )
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (→P. 1 3 0 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (→P. 1 9 4 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (→P. 5 2 5 )
●Is the battery discharged? (→P. 5 2 7 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. (→P. 5 2 3 )
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (→P. 1 9 4 ) The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The engine 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 engine is stopped

569Alphabetical index
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ....... 265
Function ..................................................265
Warning light ....................................... 477
Approach warning ............................... 234
Armrest .................................................... 400
Assist grips ..............................................402
Audio input ............................................... 301
Audio system .......................................... 294
Audio CD player .................................319
Audio input ............................................ 301
AUX port/
USB port ............................................. 301
Bluetooth
® audio .............................. 343
iPod........................................................... 326
Optimal use ......................................... 309
Portable music player...................... 334
Radio .......................................................... 317
Steering wheel audio switch ....... 300
USB memory....................................... 329
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................. 208
Warning light ....................................... 477
Automatic High Beam .......................209
Automatic light control system ......206
AUX port .................................................. 301
Average fuel economy..........................101
Average vehicle speed .........................101Back-up light
Replacing light bulb ......................... 456
Wattage ................................................. 548
Battery....................................................... 422
Battery checking................................. 422
If the vehicle has discharged
battery...................................................527
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 288
Warning light....................................... 476
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) .............. 278
Blower customization......................... 383
Bluetooth®
Audio system....................................... 343
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ....................... 345
Bottle holders......................................... 393
Brake
Fluid .......................................................... 545
Parking brake ...................................... 205
Warning light....................................... 476
Brake assist ............................................ 265
Break-in tips ............................................. 177
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........ 98
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 278
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E-mail .........................................................353
Eco drive mode ..................................... 263
Eco Driving Indicator ........................... 104
Eco Driving Indicator Light ............... 102
Elapsed time ..............................................101
Electric Power Steering (EPS)........ 265
Function ..................................................265
Warning light ....................................... 477
Electronic key............................................ 112
Battery-saving function...................... 131
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 524
Replacing the battery....................... 442
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 524
If the engine will not start .................521
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................................... 523
If the vehicle battery is
discharged......................................... 527
If the warning buzzer sounds ...... 476
If the warning light turns on .......... 476
If the warning message is
displayed ............................................ 482
If you have a flat tire ............. 496, 507
If you think something
is wrong............................................... 474
If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 534
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency.......... 467
If your vehicle needs to
be towed............................................ 468
If your vehicle overheats ................. 531Emergency brake signal.................... 266
Emergency flashers ............................. 466
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 507
Engine ....................................................... 540
ACCESSORY mode ....................... 193
Compartment ....................................... 417
Engine switch ........................................ 192
Hood ......................................................... 415
How to start the engine ................... 192
Identification number....................... 539
If the engine will not start ................. 521
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..... 192
Overheating .......................................... 531
Engine coolant......................................... 421
Capacity................................................. 543
Checking ................................................. 421
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 288
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 95
Engine immobilizer system .................. 77
Engine oil .................................................. 418
Capacity................................................... 541
Checking ................................................. 418
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 288
Engine switch ...........................................192
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 265
Function.................................................. 265
Warning light........................................ 477
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Fuel consumption
Average fuel economy ...................... 101
Current fuel consumption................ 101
Fuel filler door ..........................................221
If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ......................... 223
Refueling .................................................. 221
Fuel gauge .................................................. 95
Fuel pump shut off system ................. 475
Fuses .......................................................... 445
Gauges ........................................................ 95
Gear positions ....................................... 202
Glove box ................................................ 392
Glove box light ...................................... 392Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........................... 345
Head restraints ........................................156
Headlight cleaner...................................215
Headlights ............................................... 206
Automatic High Beam
system.................................................. 209
Discharge headlights
precautions ....................................... 462
Follow me home system................ 207
Light switch........................................... 206
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 461
Wattage ................................................. 548
Heaters ..................................................... 376
Air conditioning system ................. 376
Heated steering wheel ................... 387
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 382
Seat heaters..........................................388
Hill-start assist control ........................ 265
Hood ............................................................415
Open ......................................................... 415
Pop Up Hood ........................................ 54
Hooks
Cargo hooks ....................................... 395
Coat hooks........................................... 402
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .............32
Horn ............................................................ 160
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Lane Departure Alert (LDA)............ 241
Language
(multi-information display) ............. 102
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)............ 241
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever ...........................415
Hood lock release lever...................415
Shift lever..................................................197
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever ............................ 159
Turn signal lever .................................203
Wiper lever.............................................215
Lexus Display Audio system ............ 294
Lexus Display Audio controller ...... 296
Lexus parking assist-sensor ............. 247
License plate lights ...............................206
Light switch ...........................................206
Replacing light bulbs..........................461
Light bulbs
Replacing .................................................451
Wattage................................................. 548Lights
Automatic High Beam
system.................................................. 209
Fog light switch..................................... 213
Follow me home system................ 207
Headlight switch ................................ 206
Illuminated entry system ................ 390
Interior lights ........................................ 390
Interior lights list ................................. 389
Personal lights..................................... 390
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 451
Trunk light ............................................... 127
Turn signal lever................................. 203
Vanity lights.......................................... 398
Wattage ................................................. 548
Lock steering column ...........................194
Low profile tire ...................................... 430
Luggage security system ....................126
Luggage under tray ............................. 397
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Navigation system*
Needle ....................................................... 102
Odometer................................................... 95
Oil
Differential oil .......................................545
Engine oil .................................................541
Opener
Hood ..........................................................415
Trunk ..........................................................125
Outer foot lights
Location................................................. 389
Replacing light bulbs........................ 457
Wattage................................................. 548
Outside rear view mirrors ................. 163
Adjusting and folding.........................163
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor).......... 278
Linked mirror function
when reversing................................. 165
Mirror position memory.................... 151
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................................... 382
Outside temperature ............................. 95
Overheating ............................................ 531Paddle shift switches .............................199
Parking assist sensors..........................247
Parking brake......................................... 205
PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety system).............. 271
Function.................................................... 271
PCS OFF switch................................. 272
Warning light........................................ 477
Personal lights........................................ 390
Wattage ................................................. 548
Pollen removal mode.......................... 382
Pop-up display.........................................102
Pop Up Hood............................................ 54
Power easy access system .................. 151
Power outlet ........................................... 399
Power steering (Electric power
steering system)................................. 265
Warning light........................................ 477
Power windows ....................................... 167
Door lock linked window
operation.............................................. 169
Jam protection function ...................168
Operation ............................................... 167
Window lock switch .......................... 167
Pre-Crash Safety system (PCS) ...... 271
Function.................................................... 271
PCS OFF switch................................. 272
Warning light........................................ 477
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