2017 Lexus IS300h differential

2084-1. Before driving
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain the hybrid system 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 set the parking brake, and 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
accidentally 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.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake 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. 610, 625)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded af ter 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
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus auth orized repairer, or any reliable repairer
check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid transmis-
sion, differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the pr opeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints (where
possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Your Lexus vehicle is filled wi th “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differenti al Gear Oil” or an equivalent of match- ing quality to satisfy the abov e specification. Please contact any authorized Lexus retailer
or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112.4 lbf)
while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf, 67.4 lbf)
Differential
Oil capacity1.35 L (1.42 qt., 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1117 mm (4.6 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 6.0 mm (0.04 — 0.24 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.)

675Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Condenser .............................................. 521
Console box ...........................................485
Coolant ...................................................... 519
Capacity .................................................649
Checking ................................................ 519
Preparing and checking
before winter ......................................361
Cooling system....................................... 519
Engine overheating ..........................636
Hybrid system overheating ..........636
Cruise control
Cruise control .................................... 305
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 293
Cup holders ............................................486
Current fuel
consumption..................... 130, 132, 134
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 43
Customizable features ....................... 657
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast)..... 394
Daytime running light system ......... 238
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors .............474
Rear window.........................................474
Windshield ............................................474
Differential.................................................651
Digital Audio Broadcast (DAB)..... 394
Dimensions ............................................. 644
Display
Drive information...................................116
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 293
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control)................... 283
Multi-information display.....................111
Warning message ..............................581
Do-it-yourself maintenance ................ 511
Door courtesy lights
Location ...................................................481
Wattage ................................................. 654
Door lock
Doors......................................................... 144
Smart entry & start system ............. 157
Wireless remote control .................138
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683Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
MirrorLink............................................ 451
MMS (Multimedia messaging
service) .................................................. 429
Moon roof ..................................................197
Door lock linked moon roof
operation ............................................. 198
Jam protection function................... 198
Operation ................................................197
MP3 disc ..................................................396
Multi-information display ...................... 111
Audio system-linked ............................. 111
Drive information .................................. 116
Dynamic radar cruise
control.................................................. 293
Energy monitor.................................... 128
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ..................283
Navigation system-linked................... 111
Settings....................................................... 119
Warning message.............................. 581
Navigation system*
Odometer ................................................ 105
Oil
Differential oil.........................................651
Engine oil ............................................... 647
Opener
Hood ......................................................... 513
Trunk ............................................................151
Outer foot lights
Location ...................................................481
Replacing light bulbs .......................558
Wattage ................................................. 654
Outside rear view mirrors ................. 189
Adjusting and folding ........................189
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor) ......... 334
Linked mirror function
when reversing ...................................191
Mirror position memory ...................177
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ..........................................474
Outside temperature........................... 105
Overheating ........................................... 636N
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*: For vehicles with a 10 .3-inch display, refer to
“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.