2020 Lexus IS350 brake fluid

5238-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
●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

5258-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
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.

5348-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
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)

5949-1. Specifications
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
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)

642Alphabetical index
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ........................... 511
Battery....................................................... 482 Battery checking ................................482
If the vehicle battery is discharged.....................................575
Preparing and checking before winter ................................................... 306
Warning light ...................................... 525
Bluetooth
®
Audio system .......................................370
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ..........................371
Bottle holders ......................................... 433
Brake Fluid............................................................ 481
Parking brake...................................... 200
Warning light ...................................... 525
Brake assist .............................................. 301
Break-in tips.............................................. 174
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ......... 92
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 285 BSM function ...................................... 289
RCTA function .................................... 292 Care................................................454, 458
Aluminum wheels ..............................455
Exterior ................................................... 454
Interior .....................................................458
Seat belts................................................ 459
Cargo capacity .......................................183
Cargo hooks .......................................... 435
CD player.................................................344
Chains ....................................................... 307
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
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646Alphabetical index
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWD/IS300_U
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 435
Flat tire ...................................................... 559
Floor mats ................................................... 26
FluidAutomatic transmission ................. 593
Brake ....................................................... 594
Washer .................................................. 484
Footwell light .......................................... 428 Wattage ..................................................597
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 46
Front personal lights............................ 429 Wattage ..................................................597
Front seats .................................................143 Adjustment ............................................. 143
Cleaning ................................................ 458
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory .................147
Head restraints ..................................... 152
Power easy access system .............147
Seat heaters .......................................... 427
Seat position memory........................147
Seat ventilators .................................... 427
Front turn signal lights ......................... 198 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 508
Turn signal lever .................................. 198
Wattage ..................................................597 Fuel............................................................... 218
Capacity................................................ 589
Fuel gauge ............................................... 89
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 524
Information........................................... 598
Refueling ..................................................218
Type......................................................... 589
Warning light ....................................... 527
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 112, 113, 115
Current fuel consumption....................... 112, 113, 115
Fuel filler door.......................................... 218 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................... 220
Refueling ..................................................218
Fuel gauge ................................................. 89
Fuel pump shut off system .................524
Fuses.......................................................... 504
Garage door opener...........................442
Gauges........................................................ 89
Gear positions......................................... 195
Glove box ................................................432
Glove box light.......................................432
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