Lexus IS250 2006 Owner's Manual page 278

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine oil level
Fuses
Tire inflation pressure
Headlight aim
Radiator and condenser
Washer fluid
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury.
When working on the engine compartment:
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Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
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Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
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ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the engine
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compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
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and battery fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
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corrosive sulfuric acid.
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Items
(P. 268)
(P. 299)
(P. 289)
(P. 313) • Phillips-head screwdriver
(P. 274)
(P. 278)
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
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• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
• Funnel