5208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal.
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
5228-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system . However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(If equipped)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
5318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Indicates that the vehicle has deviated from the lane
(while the LDA [Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol] system is operating)
The lane line on the side the vehicle has deviated from
flashes in amber.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Check around the vehicle and back to inside of the
lane lines.
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the
vehicle may be dangerous.
Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed The system also indicates which doors are not fully
closed.
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h),
flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate
that the door(s) are not yet fully closed.
→ Make sure that all the doors are closed.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(U.S.A.) (Canada) (Flashes)
5929-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300 (vehicles without LSD [Limited
Slip Differential])
IS350 (vehicles with LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genu ine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differen tial Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of
matching quality to satisfy the above specif ication. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed wi th a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N, 51.0 kgf)
while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)
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
*
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
*
Brakes
Pedal clearance*12WD4.2 in. (107 mm) Min.
AWD4.7 in. (118 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
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 1.2 in. (30 mm)
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IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 509
Battery.......................................................480 Battery checking ............................... 480
If the vehicle battery is discharged..................................... 572
Preparing and checking before winter .................................................... 297
Warning light ....................................... 522
Bluetooth
®
Audio system .......................................362
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........................363
Bottle holders ......................................... 423
Brake Fluid........................................................... 479
Parking brake........................................ 192
Warning light ....................................... 522
Brake assist ............................................. 292
Break-in tips..............................................166
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .........84
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 276 BSM function ...................................... 280
RCTA function ................................... 283 Care................................................ 452, 456
Aluminum wheels .............................. 453
Exterior ................................................... 452
Interior ..................................................... 456
Seat belts................................................ 457
Cargo capacity ....................................... 175
Cargo hooks ...........................................425
CD player................................................ 336
Chains ....................................................... 298
Child restraint system ........................... 53 Booster seats, definition .................... 54
Booster seats, installation ................. 63
Convertible seats, definition ........... 54
Convertible seats, installation......... 60
Front passenger occupant classification system......................... 46
Infant seats, definition.......................... 54
Infant seats, installation....................... 60
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ..................... 58
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 60
Installing CRS with top tether strap......................... 64
BC
644Alphabetical index
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 425
Flat tire ...................................................... 556
Floor mats ................................................... 26
Fluid
Automatic transmission ................... 591
Brake ........................................................592
Washer ...................................................482
Footwell light ........................................... 418 Wattage ................................................. 595
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 46
Front personal lights..............................419 Wattage ................................................. 595
Front seats ................................................ 135 Adjustment ............................................. 135
Cleaning ................................................ 456
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory ................ 139
Head restraints ..................................... 144
Power easy access system ............ 139
Seat heaters ............................................417
Seat position memory....................... 139
Seat ventilators ......................................417
Front turn signal lights ......................... 190 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 506
Turn signal lever .................................. 190
Wattage ................................................. 595 Fuel............................................................... 210
Capacity................................................. 587
Fuel gauge .................................................81
Fuel pump shut off system .............. 521
Information............................................596
Refueling ..................................................210
Type.......................................................... 587
Warning light ....................................... 524
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ........................ 104, 105, 107
Current fuel consumption................. 104, 105, 107
Fuel filler door.......................................... 210 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ........................... 212
Refueling ..................................................210
Fuel gauge ................................................... 81
Fuel pump shut off system .................. 521
Fuses.......................................................... 502
Garage door opener...........................432
Gauges.......................................................... 81
Gear positions......................................... 187
Glove box ................................................422
Glove box light.......................................422
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