2022 LEXUS IS300 brake fluid

2946-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■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 item.
 Fluid type
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
brake fluid
Item
Clean funnel
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from
the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause
a dangerous loss of br aking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.
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 th e 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.
Checking and adding the brake
fluid
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your
hands and eyes and damage painted sur-
faces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes,
flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, 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 need s frequent refilling,
there may be a serious problem.
Battery
A
B

3277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
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

3297-2. 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 followin g 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.357)

3728-1. Specifications
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112.4 lbf (500 N, 51.0 kgf)
while the engine is running.
Type A
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)
Tires and wheels
Tire size235/45R18 94Y, T155/70D17 110M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 4 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front tires and
rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size18  8 1/2J, 17  4T (spare)
Wheel bolt torque103 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m)

415Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter ............................... 307
Automatic air conditioning system ... 243
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 248
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 229 Warning light .................................................331
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 229
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 229
Active Sound Control (ASC) ..................144
Adaptive Variable Suspension system229
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ................. 147
Air conditioning filter ................................. 307
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............................... 307
Automatic air conditioning system ... 243
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 248
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 occupa nt 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 ......................................330
Alarm ..................................................................... 61 Warning buzzer......................................... 329
Anchor brackets .......................................42, 51 Antennas (smart acc
ess system with
push-button start).........................................97
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 229 Warning light ................................................ 331
Approach warning........................................192
Armrest............................................................ 260
ASC (Active Sound Control) ..................144
Assist grips ..................................................... 260
Audio system-linked display ...................... 80
Automatic air conditioning system ...... 243
Automatic headlight leveling system ....146
Automatic High Beam ................................ 147
Automatic light control system................145
Automatic transmission ..............................134 M mode ............................................................137
Paddle shift switches ....................... 136, 137
Snow mode.................................................... 136
Average fuel economy................................. 78
Average vehicle speed ................................ 78
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ..................................314
Battery If the battery is discharged ....................353
Preparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 234
Warning light .............................................. 330
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)......................... 197
Boost gauge.......................................................79
Brake Brake hold .......................................................142
Fluid.........................................................294, 371
Parking brake ............................................... 139
Warning light ...............................................329
Brake assist .................................................... 229
Break-in tips...................................................... 121
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 75
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......................... 197

418Alphabetical Index
Hood................................................................285
How to start the engine ........................... 130
Identification number ...............................365
If the engine will not start ....................... 349
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 320
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............ 130
Overheating................................................. 357
Tachometer ............................................ 69, 70
Engine coolant Capacity .........................................................369
Checking ....................................................... 292
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 234
Engine coolant temperature gauge 69, 70
Engine immobilizer system ........................ 60
Engine oil Capacity ......................................................... 367
Checking .......................................................289
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 234
Warning light ...............................................330
Engine oil maintenance data ....................291
Engine oil pressure gauge ...........................79
Engine oil temperature gauge ...................79
Engine switch ................................................. 130 Auto power off function ........................... 132
Changing the engine switch modes.. 132
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 320
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (Enhanced VSC) ...................................... 229
Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehicle Stabil- ity Control) .................................................. 229
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 229 Warning light ............................................... 332
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................7
F
First-aid kit storage belt ............................ 258
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system ............. 299 Vehicles with a spare tire.........................341
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission ..........................370
Brake ..................................................................371
Washer ...........................................................296
Footwell lights ............................................... 253 Wattage ..........................................................375
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 36
Front seats Adjustment ..................................................... 102
Cleaning ......................................................... 274
Correct driving posture ............................ 23
Driving position memory ........................ 104
Head restraints............................................. 107
Memory recall function............................ 105
Power easy access system .................... 104
Seat heaters ................................................... 251
Seat position memory .............................. 104
Seat ventilators ............................................. 251
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 145
Replacing light bulbs ..................................314
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs....................... 314, 315
Turn signal lever .......................................... 138
Wattage ..........................................................375
Fuel Capacity ......................................................... 367
Fuel gauge............................................... 69, 70
Fuel pump shut off system.....................328
Information .................................................... 376
Refueling...........................................................157
Type .................................................................. 367
Warning light ............................................... 332
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 78
Current fuel consumption ........................ 78
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
........................................................................... 351