2018 Lexus IS300 check oil

5438-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Indicates a malfunction in the Drive-Start Control system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override System A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Indicates that engine oil level is low
This message may ap pear if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to
see if the message disappears.
→ Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5468-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Indicates that the outside temperature is approximately
37°F (3 °C) or lower
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Drive carefully, as the road may be icy.
Indicates that the TRAC (Traction Control) system has
been deactivated
→Turn the TRAC on. ( →P. 294)
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the message
has been reset.)
→ Check the engine oil, and change if necessary.
After changing the engine oil, the message should
be reset.
Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven
distance on the maintenance schedule* should be per-
formed soon.
→ Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km)
after the message has been reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset
the message after the maintenance is performed.
(→ P. 460)
Indicates that the engine oil should be changed. (After
the engine oil is changed and the message has been
reset.)
→ Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by
your Lexus dealer. After chan ging the engine oil, the
message should be reset. ( →P. 475)
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5889-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
■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 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.
Lubrication system
IS350 (2WD)IS350 AWD/IS300 AWD (AWD)IS300
With filter6.0 qt.
(5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)6.8 qt.
(6.4 L, 5.6 Imp. qt.)4.9 qt.
(4.6 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.)
Without filter5.8 qt.
(5.5 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)6.3 qt.
(6.0 L, 5.3 Imp. qt.)4.5 qt.
(4.3 L, 3.8 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

643Alphabetical index
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
E-mail........................................................... 371
Eco drive mode .....................................288
Eco Driving Indicator............................. 101
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Elapsed time ............................................ 104
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 293
Warning light .......................................523
Electronic key ........................................... 110 Battery-saving function .................... 128
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 569
Replacing the battery ...................... 500
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed ........................................529
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....... 569
If the engine will not start................567
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................................... 572
If the warning buzzer sounds.................................................. 522
If the warning light turns on........... 522
If you have a flat tire ......................... 556
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 520
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 580
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ........... 513
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................ 514
If your vehicle overheats ................576 Emergency flashers .............................. 512
Engine ....................................................... 587
ACCESSORY mode ....................... 179
Compartment ....................................... 471
Engine switch ........................................178
Hood........................................................468
How to start the engine....................178
Identification number...................... 586
If the engine will not start ............... 567
Ignition switch (engine switch) .....178
Overheating......................................... 576
Engine coolant ....................................... 476 Capacity................................................ 590
Checking ............................................... 476
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 297
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......................................................... 81
Engine immobilizer system ................. 68
Engine oil ..................................................473 Capacity................................................ 588
Checking ............................................... 473
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 297
Engine oil maintenance data ............475
Engine switch ........................................... 178
Enhanced VSC ......................................292
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ........ 293 Warning light ....................................... 523
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10
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645Alphabetical index
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........................... 363
HD Radio
® system .............................. 330
Head restraints ........................................144
Headlights .................................................194 AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ................................................. 195
Light switch ............................................ 194
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 509
Headlights cleaner............................... 202
Heaters Air conditioning system ..................407
Heated steering wheel ..................... 416
Outside rear view mirrors ...............412
Seat heaters ............................................417
Hill-start assist control ........................ 292
Hood .......................................................... 468 Open ....................................................... 468
Hooks Cargo hooks ........................................425
Coat hooks ............................................ 431
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 26
Horn ............................................................ 148 I/M test ..................................................... 465
Identification
Engine .................................................... 586
Vehicle ................................................... 585
Ignition switch (engine switch) ......... 178
Illuminated entry system ..................... 419
Immobilizer system ................................ 68
Indicators .....................................................78
Initialization Engine oil maintenance data ....... 475
Maintenance ........................................460
Moon roof .............................................. 160
Multi-information display.................. 95
Power windows................................... 155
Tire pressure warning system ...............................485
Initiators (tire pressure warning system) .................................. 491
Inside door handle lights ..................... 418
Inside rear view mirror......................... 149
Instrument panel light control ............ 84
Intercooler ...............................................478
Intercooler coolant............................... 476 Capacity................................................ 590
Checking ............................................... 476
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 297
Interior lights ............................................ 419 Wattage .................................................595
Intuitive parking assist .......................... 251
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