2016 Lexus IS200t differential

1574-1. Before driving
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Driving
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the engine output.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is ac cidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
●IS200t only: Make sure to idle the engine immediately after high speed driving or hill
climbing. Stop the engine only after the turbocharger has cooled down.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the follo wing situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brak e pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 4 9 6 )
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
your Lexus dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission,
transfer (AWD models), differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

5329-1. Specifications
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
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 your Lexus dealer for further
details.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*
IS350 (2WD)10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
IS350/IS300
(AWD)10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
IS200t9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Front differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity 0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.61 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Above 0F (-18 C): SAE90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90
Rear differential
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

584Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
Daytime running light system ............ 179
DefoggerOutside rear view mirrors ............. 372
Rear window ........................................ 372
Windshield ............................................ 372
Differential Front differential ..................................532
Rear differential ...................................532
Dimension ............................................... 524
Dinghy towing..........................................163
Display Drive information .................................. 87
Dynamic radar cruise control......202
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ........ 218
Multi-information display ..................86
Warning message .............................482
Distance ...................................................... 88
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...............419
Door courtesy lights Location ..................................................378
Wattage ................................................. 536 Doors ..........................................................105
Automatic door locking and unlocking system ................... 108
Door lock.................................................107
Open door warning buzzer ......... 106
Open door warning light ...............477
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 138
Rear door child-protector ............. 108
Side windows ..........................................141
Drive information .....................................87
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 ....................... 89
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 126
Driving ........................................................150 Break-in tips ............................................ 151
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving mode select switch .......... 246
Procedures ............................................ 150
Winter drive tips ................................ 270
Dynamic radar cruise control ......... 202
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591Alphabetical index
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D18U)
Odometer ....................................................81
OilEngine oil................................................ 527
Front differential oil............................532
Rear differential oil .............................532
Opener Hood ..........................................................421
Trunk ............................................................. 111
Outer foot lights Location ..................................................378
Replacing light bulbs ........................463
Wattage ................................................. 536
Outside rear view mirrors ................. 138 Adjusting and folding........................ 138
Blind spot monitor ............................. 262
Linked mirror function when reversing ................................. 139
Mirror position memory .................. 126
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ............................ 372
Outside temperature...............................81
Overheating, Engine ............................516 Paddle shift switches...............................171
Parking assist sensors
(intuitive parking assist)...................223
Parking brake .......................................... 177
Parking lights ........................................... 178 Light switch.............................................178
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 463
PCS (Pre-Collision System)............ 255 Function .................................................. 255
PCS OFF switch ................................ 256
Warning light ........................................477
Personal lights ........................................379 Wattage .................................................536
Pop-up display ......................................... 89
Power easy access system ................. 126
Power outlet ........................................... 388
Power steering (Electric power steering system) ................................ 250Warning light ........................................477
Power windows.........................................141 Door lock linked window operation ........................... 143
Jam protection function.................... 142
Operation..................................................141
Window lock switch ............................141
Pre-Collision System (PCS)............ 255 Function .................................................. 255
PCS OFF switch ................................ 256
Warning light ........................................477
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.