2021 LEXUS IS300 ignition

3607-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Locks all the doors
2 Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks the
driver’s door. Turning the key once again
within 5 seconds unlocks the other doors.
■Trunk
Turn the mechanical key clockwise to
open. ( P.62)
■Key linked functions
1 Closes the windows and moon roof
(turn and hold)
*
2Opens the windows and moon roof
(turn and hold)
*
*
: This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.
1
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and
depress the brake pedal.
2 Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch will
turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in custom-
ization setting, the engine switch will turn
to ACCESSORY mode.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
4 Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and
operating the power windows or
moon roof
Operate the power window or moon
roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any passenger
having any of their body parts caught in
the window or moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the
mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in
the power window or moon roof.
Starting the engine

3637-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
IS300Positive (+) battery terminal (your vehicle)
Positive (+) battery terminal (second vehicle)
Negative (-) battery terminal (second vehicle)
Solid, stationary, unpainted metallic poin t away from the battery and any mov-
ing parts as shown in the illustration
4 Start the engine of the second vehi-
cle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for
approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the battery of your vehi-
cle.
5 Open and close any of the doors of
your vehicle with the engine switch
off.
6 Maintain the engine speed of the
second vehicle and start the engine
of your vehicle by turning the
engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
7 Once the vehicle’s engine has
started, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from
which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehi-
cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
■Starting the engine when the battery is
discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-start-
ing.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio sys-
tem while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical com-
ponents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such
as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will dis-
charge gradually even when the vehicle is
not in use, due to natural discharge and the
draining effects of certain electrical appli-
ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time,
the battery may discharge, and the engine
may be unable to start. (The battery
recharges automatically during driving.)
■When recharging or replacing the bat-
tery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart access
system with push-button start when the
battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to
lock or unlock the doors.
A
B
C
D

3768-1. Specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Cooling system
Capacity*
IS350
AWD/IS350
/IS300 AWD
9.8 qt. (9.3 L, 8.2 Imp. qt.)
IS300
Engine
9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp. qt.)
Intercooler
3.0 qt. (2.8 L, 2.5 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 orga nic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug)
IS350 AWD/IS350/IS300 AWDIS300
MakeDENSO FK20HBR8NGK 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.

418What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.358)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.358)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.316)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.136)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( P.100)
 Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. ( P.94)
 The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. ( P.97)
 Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.134)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( P.134)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.99)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.134)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the
electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start

419What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a
temporary way. (P.360)
Is the battery discharged? ( P.361)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with the engine
switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( P.139)
 It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.134)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. ( P.119)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for
a period of time. ( P.136) 
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the front passenger
wearing the seat belts? ( P.340)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.143)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.337, 346)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.62)
Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarm:
 Unlock the doors.
 Open the trunk.
 Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode, or
start the engine. (The alarm will be
deactivated or stopped after a few
seconds.)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.346)
The shift lever cannot be shifted
from P even if you depress the
brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle

424Alphabetical Index
Hood................................................................ 293
How to start the engine............................134
Identification number ............................... 373
If the engine will not start ....................... 357
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 328
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............. 134
Overheating.................................................365
Tachometer ............................................... 71, 72
Engine coolant Capacity ......................................................... 376
Checking .......................................................298
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 243
Engine coolant temperature gauge . 71, 72
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 60
Engine oil Capacity ......................................................... 374
Checking ....................................................... 296
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 243
Warning light ...............................................338
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 298
Engine oil pressure gauge .......................... 80
Engine oil temperature gauge .................. 80
Engine switch ..................................................134 Auto power off function ...........................136
Changing the engine switch modes..136
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 328
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (Enhanced VSC) ...................................... 238
Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehicle Stabil- ity Control) .................................................. 238
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 238 Warning light ...............................................340
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7
F
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 268
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system ............ 305 Vehicles with a spare tire.......................349
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission .......................... 377
Brake ................................................................378
Washer ...........................................................302
Footwell lights ............................................... 263 Wattage ........................................................... 381
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 36
Front seats Adjustment ..................................................... 106
Cleaning .........................................................283
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ........................ 108
Head restraints................................................. 111
Memory recall function............................ 109
Power easy access system .................... 108
Seat heaters ....................................................261
Seat position memory ..............................108
Seat ventilators ..............................................261
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 149
Replacing light bulbs ................................ 322
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .................... 322, 323
Turn signal lever ...........................................142
Wattage ........................................................... 381
Fuel Capacity ......................................................... 374
Fuel gauge ..................................................71, 72
Fuel pump shut off system.....................336
Information ....................................................382
Refueling............................................................ 161
Type .................................................................. 374
Warning light .............................................. 340
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 79
Current fuel consumption ........................ 79
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 359

425Alphabetical Index
Refueling ........................................................... 161
Fuel gauge ................................................... 71, 72
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 336
Fuses .................................................................. 318
G
Garage door opener ................................. 273
Gauges ................................................................. 71
Gear Position.....................................................81
G-force............................................................... 80
Glove box ....................................................... 266
Glove box light ..............................................267
H
Head restraints ..................................................111
Headlight aim ................................................ 320
Headlights Automatic High Beam system............... 151
Light switch .....................................................149
Replacing light bulbs................................ 322
Heated steering wheel ................................ 261
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ... 253
Heated steering wheel.............................. 261
Outside rear view mirrors .................... 255
Seat heaters .................................................... 261
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs................................ 322
Hill-start assist control ............................... 238
Hood Open ............................................................... 293
Hooks Coat hooks ................................................... 270
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................22
Horn ..................................................................... 114
I
I/M test ............................................................ 290
Identification Engine ............................................................. 373 Vehicle ............................................................ 372
Ignition switch (engine switch).................134 Auto power off function........................... 136
Changing the engine switch modes . 136
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................328
Indicators ........................................................... 68
Initialization Items to initialize ........................................ 404
Maintenance.................................... 286, 298
Power windows ............................................. 118
Tire pressure warning system ............ 308
Inside door handle ligh ts........................... 263
Inside rear view mirror ................................. 114
Instrument panel light control ................... 75
Intercooler......................................................300
Intercooler coolant Capacity ......................................................... 376
Checking ...................................................... 298
Interior lights.................................................. 263 Front interior light ......................................263
Rear interior light........................................263
Intuitive parking assist......................208, 210 Function ........................................................... 210
Warning message ....................................... 212
J
JackPositioning a floor jack ............................293
Vehicle-equipped jack .......................... 350
Jack handle ....................................................350
Jam protection function Moon roof ........................................................ 121
Power windows ............................................. 118
K
Keyless entrySmart access system with push-button start ...................................................................99
Wireless remote control ...........................90

430Alphabetical Index
SunshadeRoof ......................................................................121
Switch ASC (Active Sound Control) dial ...... 147
Switches Activating the Automatic High Beam 151
Automatic High Beam system............... 151
Brake Hold switch ......................................146
Door lock switches ...................................... 94
Driving mode select switch .................. 236
Driving position memory switches .... 108
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range switch ......................... 192
Emergency flashers switch ................... 328
Engine switch................................................. 134
Garage door opener switches .......... 273
Heated steering wheel switch...............261
Ignition switch................................................134
Instrument panel light control switches ............................................................................ 75
Intuitive parking assist switch...................211
Light switches ................................................149
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch...... 185
Meter control switches ............................... 77
Moon roof switches ...................................120
“ODO TRIP” switch .................................... 75
Outside rear view mirror switches ...... 116
Paddle shift switches ......................... 140, 141
Parking brake switch ................................. 143
PCS OFF switch .......................................... 173
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) switch ........................................................................... 221
Power door lock switch ............................ 94
Power window switches ........................... 118
RCTA switch..................................................216
Rear sunshades switch ............................272
Rear window and outside rear view mir- ror defoggers switch ............................ 253
Seat heater switches .................................. 261
Seat ventilator switches ............................ 261
Snow mode switch .................................... 140
“SOS” button .................................................. 54 Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
............................................................................. 113
Tire pressure warning reset switch.. 308
Trunk opener main switch........................98
Trunk opener switch ................................... 97
Vehicle-to-vehicle di stance switch.....192
VSC OFF switch .......................................239
Window lock switch.................................... 119
Windshield wiper and washer switch154
Windshield wiper de-icer......................259
T
Tachometer................................................. 71, 72 Rev indicator ................................................... 73
Rev peak............................................................ 74
Tail lights Light switch .................................................... 149
Replacing light bulbs ................................ 322
The Secondary Collision Brake ............ 239
Theft deterrent system Alarm................................................................... 62
Engine immobilizer system......................60
Theft prevention labels ............................... 63
Tire inflation pressure Maintenance data ...................................... 379
Tire inflation pressure display function......................................................................... 305
Warning light .................................................341
Tire information ............................................ 384 Glossary ........................................................ 388
Size ................................................................... 386
Tire identification number..................... 385
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............387
Tire pressure display ... ...............................305
Tire pressure warning system Function ......................................................... 305
Initializing....................................................... 308
Installing tire pres sure warning valves
and transmitters.......................................307
Registering ID codes ................................ 310
Warning light .................................................341