2016 LEXUS IS250 hood release

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Hood
CAUTION
nPre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and
cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the auxiliary catch lever and
lift the hood.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
nOverheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
lThe engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
lSteam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
nTo prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
lIf 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, causing serious
injury such as burns.
lKeep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the engine is
running.
lDo not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam released
under pressure.
Add engine coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if engine coolant
is unavailable. (→P. 4 3 5 )
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Lexus dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 3 0 7
Trunk opener
P. 4 3
Fuel filler door
P. 74
Hood lock release lever
P. 3 0 7
Fuel filler door opener
P. 74
Tire inflation pressure
P. 4 3 9
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline onlyP. 75, 433
Cold tire inflation pressureP. 4 3 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
IS250IS250(2WD models) (AWD models) IS350
Without filter 6.2 (5.9, 5.2)6.3 (6.0, 5.3) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2)
With filter 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.8 (6.4, 5.7) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Engine oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oilP. 434
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30

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IS_U (L/O_0808)
OverviewInstrument Panel
Shift paddle switches (automatic transmission)
P.20
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
P.33
P.26
P.34
Headlight cleaner switch ∗ P.37
Rear sunshade switch ∗ P.49
Inside door lock button P.53
Fuel filler door opener P.55
Driving and seat position
memory switches ∗ P.13
Power window switches P.54
Window lock switch P.54
Outside rear view
mirror switches P.15
Trunk opener P.56
Hood release lever P.55
Parking brake pedal
(automatic transmission) P.23
Satellite switches P.25
Tilt and telescopic steering lock
release lever ∗ P.16Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch ∗ P.16
Multi-information
display P.24
Door lock switches P.53

Topic 6
Opening and Closing
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IS_U (L/O_0808)
Fuel Tank Cap
Press the fuel filler door opener.
Slowly remove the cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
After the cap is removed, it can be hung on the
inside of the fuel filler door.
Hood
Pull the hood release lever.
Insert your fingers under the hood, pull the
hood catch and lift the hood.