2008 Lexus IS 250 Owners Manual - Page 285
2008 Lexus IS 250 Manual
Page 285 highlights
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Items (→P. 295) Parts and tools • "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or equivalent • Rag or paper towel, funnel (used only for adding engine oil) • Fuse with same amperage rating as original • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Phillips-head screwdriver Engine oil level Fuses Tire inflation pressure Headlight aim Radiator and condenser Washer fluid (→P. 327) (→P. 316) (→P. 341) (→P. 301) (→P. 305) ⎯ • Water washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) • Funnel 4 Maintenance and care CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions. n When working on the engine compartment: l Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt. l Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv- ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot. l Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine compartment. l Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable. l Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. 287