2018 Lexus IS350 fluid type

4797-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
■Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines
on the tank.
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.
Brake fluid
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your ey es, flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience di scomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent ref illing, there may be a serious problem.

5067-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
■Front turn signal lights (bulb type)
For the left side only: Pinch the
clip to remove the washer fluid
filler opening.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
Install a new light bulb then install
the bulb base to the light unit by
inserting it and turning the bulb
base clockwise.
After installing the light bulb, turn on
the front turn signal light to visually
check that there is no light leaking
from the bulb base.
After replacing the left side bulb, install the washer fluid filler opening to its
original position.
Replacing light bulbs
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2
3
4
5

5097-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
■Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your Lexus
dealer.
●Headlights
●Parking lights and daytime running lights
●Side marker lights
●Side turn signal lights
●Outer foot lights
●Stop/tail lights
●Tail lights
●Back-up light
●High mounted stoplight
●License plate lights
■LED Lights
The lights other than the front turn signal ligh ts (bulb type), rear turn signal lights and
outer foot lights each consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your
vehicle to your Lexus dealer to have the light replaced.
■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact your Lexus dealer for mo re information in the following situations:
●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
●Water has built up inside the headlight.
■When replacing the front turn signal lights (bulb type)
When the washer fluid filler opening is remo ved with a large amount of washer fluid con-
tained in the washer tank, washer fluid ma y spill onto the vehicle and cleaning may be
required.
■When replacing light bulbs
→ P. 504

5909-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Cooling system
Capacity*
IS350 AWD/
IS350/IS300
AWD 9.9 qt. (9.4 L, 8.3 Imp. qt.)
IS300
Engine
8.2 qt. (7.8 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)
Intercooler
3.2 qt. (3.0 L, 2.6 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non- silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (Spark plug)
IS350 AWD/IS350/ IS300 AWDIS300
Make DENSO FK20HBR8 NGK DILFR7K9G
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)0.035 in. (0.9 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68°F
(20° C):12.3 V or higher
(Check the voltage 20 minutes after the engine and all
lights are turned off.)
If the voltage is lower than the standard value, charge
the battery.
Charging rates5 A max.

5919-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U(OM53E34U)
*: 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 Differen tial Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of
matching quality to satisfy the above specific ation. 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 AWD/
IS300 AWD
(AWD)
10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
IS3009.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
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 viscosity
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil GL-5 or equivalent
Above 0 °F (-18 °C): SAE90
Below 0 °F (-18 °C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90

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)

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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