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4968-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
CAUTION
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the steam
has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
●Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the fans and
belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be caught, resulting in seri-
ous injury.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cooled down sufficiently. Adding cool coolant
to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.
■To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use commercially available coolant additives.
●While the engine and radiator are hot, do not
loosen or remove the coolant reservoir cap
or radiator cap. (The radiator cap is located
under the engine cover.)
High temperature steam or coolant could
spray out.
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4978-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
Stop the engine. 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 pro-
vide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then, while exer-
cising 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 TRAC.
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4988-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding
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 accelerati on of the vehicle that may cause an acci-
dent 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 nec-
essary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after th ese procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.
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Vehicle specifications9
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).................. 500
Fuel information........................... 510
Tire information ............................ 513
9-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 525
9-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize .........................534
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IS350/250_U (OM53758U)9-1. Specifications
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with 255/35R18 tires
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length183.7 in. (4665 mm)
Overall width71.3 in. (1810 mm)
Overall height*156.3 in. (1430 mm)
Wheelbase110.2 in. (2800 mm)
Tr e a d*1
Front60.4 in. (1535 mm)
Rear61.0 in. (1550 mm)
60.6 in. (1540 mm)
*2
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + lug-
gage)825 lb. (375 kg)
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5019-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
This is the primary identification number fo r your Lexus. It is used in register-
ing the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel and in the
engine compartment.
This number is also on the Certifica-
tion Label.
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.
Vehicle identification
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5029-1. Specifications
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level
on the dipstick.
Engine
IS250IS350
Model2.5 L 6-cylinder (4GR-FSE)
engine3.5 L 6-cylinder (2GR-FSE)
engine
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.27 3.03 in.
(83.0 77.0 mm)3.70 3.27 in.
(94.0 83.0 mm)
Displacement152.5 cu. in. (2500 cm3)210.9 cu. in. (3456 cm3)
Valve clearance
(engine cold)Automatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.5 gal. (66.3 L, 14.6 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
2WDAW D
With filter6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp. qt.)
Without filter6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 Imp. qt.)6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 Imp. qt.)
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5039-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350/250_U (OM53758U)
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good start-
ing in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20
at the next oil change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example): • The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscos ity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifi-
cation Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is added
to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
Outside temperature