2014 Lexus IS250 Brake pad

1794-1. Before driving
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Driving
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and reduce your
ability to control the vehicle.
●Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine speed
could cause the vehicle to skid.
●After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the
brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from func-
tioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning properly,
steering control may be affected.
■When shifting the shift lever
●Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is in a driving position, or roll
forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering perfor-
mance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
●Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to D while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the engine from
the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is selected.
●Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. Shifting the
shift lever to a gear other than P or N may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of
the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear indicators)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Moderate levels of brake pad and disc wear allow enhanced braking power. As a
result, the discs may wear more quickly than conventional brake discs. Therefore, when
replacing the brake pads, Lexus recommends that you also have the thickness of the
discs measured.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or those
of the brake discs are exceeded.

4147-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly,
become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe
the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving
as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel and
battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted sur-
faces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
(→P. 4 2 2 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in
your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt
in the air.
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when
the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

5198-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
CAUTION
■When fixing the flat tire
●Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat area.
●Do not touch the wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the vehicle
has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven, the wheels and the area around the brakes may be
extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts may result in
burns.
●Connect the valve and hose securely with the tire installed on the vehicle.
●If the hose is not properly connected to the valve, air leakage may occur or sealant
may be sprayed out.
●If the hose comes off the valve while inflating the tire, there is a risk that the hose will
move abruptly due to air pressure.
●After inflation of the tire has completed, the sealant may splatter when the hose is dis-
connected or some air is let out of the tire.
●Follow the operation procedure to repair the tire. If the procedure is not followed, the
sealant may spray out.
●Keep back from the tire while it is being repaired, as there is a chance of it bursting
while the repair operation is being performed. If you notice any cracks or deforma-
tion of the tire, turn off the compressor switch and stop the repair operation immedi-
ately.
●The kit may overheat if operated for a long period of time. Do not operate the com-
pressor continuously for more than 10 minutes.
●Parts of the kit become hot during operation. Be careful handling the kit during and
after operation.
●Do not attach the vehicle speed warning sticker to an area other than the one indi-
cated. If the sticker is attached to an area where an SRS airbag is located, such as the
pad of the steering wheel, it may prevent the SRS air bag from operating properly.
■Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly
●Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when turning and cor-
nering.
●If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the steering wheel, stop
the vehicle and check the following:
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.
• Tire inflation pressure. If tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 19 psi)
or below, this may indicate severe tire damage.

578Alphabetical index
IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
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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IS250_EE(OM53C51E)
Speedometer ............................................ 95
Speed indicator ...................................... 102
Sport mode.............................................. 263
Steering lock ............................................ 194
Column lock release..........................194
Steering wheel ........................................ 159
Adjustment............................................. 159
Audio switches................................... 300
Heated steering wheel.................... 387
Power easy access system .............. 151
Steering wheel position
memory.................................................. 151
Stop lights
Emergency brake signal ................ 266
Replacing light bulbs..........................461
Storage feature....................................... 391
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ........534
Sun visors ................................................ 398
Sun shade
Rear ......................................................... 400
Roof ..............................................................171 switch settings ..................................102
Switches
Audio remote control
switches ..............................................300
Automatic High Beam switch..... 209
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
switch ................................................... 278
Cruise control switch ...........225, 229
Door lock switches............................... 121
Driving mode select switch.......... 263
Driving position memory
switches ..................................................151
Emergency flashers switch........... 466
Engine switch ........................................ 192
Fog light switch..................................... 213
Heated steering wheel switch .... 387
Ignition switch ....................................... 192
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) switch ..................................... 242
Lexus parking assist-sensor
switch .................................................... 247
Light switch........................................... 206
Meter control switches...................... 101
Moon roof switches ........................... 170
Outside rear view mirror
switches ................................................ 163
Paddle shift switches.......................... 199
PCS OFF switch................................. 272
Power door lock switch..................... 121