2021 Lexus IS350 brake fluid

3016-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Check the battery as follows.
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals
are not corroded and that there are no
loose connections, cracks, or loose
clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following
before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on
the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the char-
ger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the bat-
tery
The engine may not start. Follow the proce-
dure below to initialize the system.
1 Shift the shift lever to P.
2 Open and close any of the doors.
3 Restart the engine.
●Unlocking the doors using the smart
access system with pu sh-button start may
not be possible immediately after recon-
necting the battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key to lo ck/unlock the doors.
●Start the engine with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY mode. The engine may
not start with the engine switch turned off.
However, the engine will operate nor-
mally from the second attempt.
●The engine switch mode is recorded by
the vehicle. If the battery is disconnected
and reconnected, the vehicle will return
the engine switch mode to the status it
was in before the battery was discon-
nected. Make sure to turn off the engine
before disconnecting the battery. Take
extra care when connecting the battery if
the engine switch mode prior to the bat-
tery being disconnected is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple
attempts, contact your Lexus dealer.
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 need s frequent refilling,
there may be a serious problem.
Battery
A
B
WARNING
■Chemicals in the battery
Batteries contain poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death or
serious injury, take the following precau-
tions while working on or near the bat-
tery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the
battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the
battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.

3357-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air condi-
tioning after use is normal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven tire
wear
 Engine coolant temperature gauge
needle continually points higher
than normal.
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when corner-
ing
 Strange noises related to the sus-
pension system
 Pinging or other noises related to
the engine
 Engine missing, stumbling or run-
ning 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. Con-
tact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

3377-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■High coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
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, bu t then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(red)
(Canada)
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.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in the parking brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.365)

3788-1. Specifications
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 Ge nuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of
matching quality to satisfy th e above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for
further details.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N, 51.0 kgf)
while the engine is running.
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal clearance*
2WD
4.0 in. (104 mm) Min.
AWD
4.5 in. (115 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1 mm)
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)

421Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter .................................315
Automatic air conditioning system ... 253
Micro dust and pollen filter...................258
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 238 Warning light ............................................... 339
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 238
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 238
Active Sound Control (ASC) .................. 147
Adaptive Variable Suspension system238
AHB (Automatic High Beam) .................. 151
Air conditioning filter ...................................315
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .................................315
Automatic air conditioning system ... 253
Micro dust and pollen filter...................258
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions .................................................................. 30
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 33
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 36
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 30
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions...................................................... 30
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ......................................338
Alarm ................................................................... 62 Warning buzzer ......................................... 337
Anchor brackets .......................................42, 51 Antennas (smart acc
ess system with
push-button start)........................................ 99
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 238 Warning light ...............................................339
Approach warning........................................ 197
Armrest............................................................ 270
ASC (Active Sound Control) .................. 147
Assist grips ..................................................... 270
Audio system-linked display ........................81
Automatic air conditioning system ...... 253
Automatic headlight leveling system ... 150
Automatic High Beam ................................. 151
Automatic light control system................149
Automatic transmission ............................. 138 M mode ............................................................. 141
Paddle shift switches .........................140, 141
Snow mode.................................................... 140
Average fuel economy..................................79
Average vehicle speed .................................79
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................ 322
Battery If the battery is discharged ..................... 361
Preparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 243
Warning light .............................................. 338
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 202
Boost gauge...................................................... 80
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 146
Fluid......................................................300, 378
Parking brake ................................................143
Warning light ............................................... 337
Brake assist .................................................... 238
Break-in tips.....................................................125
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 75
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 202

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