Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Lexus IS 250C Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Service Data
| Oil pressure | Idle: 80 kPa (0.8 kgf/cm2, 11.6 psi) or more | |
| 6000 RPM: 380 kPa (3.9 kgf/cm2, 56 psi) or more | ||
| Oil pressure switch | 1 - Switch body | Idle: 10 kΞ© or higher |
| 1 - Switch body | Engine stopped: Below 1 Ξ© | |
| Oil pump (tip clearance) | Standard | 0.060 to 0.160 mm (0.00236 to 0.00630 in.) |
| Maximum | 0.160 mm (0.00630 in.) | |
| Oil pump (side clearance) | Standard | 0.030 to 0.090 mm (0.00118 to 0.00354 in.) |
| Maximum | 0.090 mm (0.00354 in.) | |
| Oil pump (body clearance) | Standard | 0.250 to 0.325 mm (0.00984 to 0.0128 in.) |
| Maximum | 0.325 mm (0.0128 in.) | |
| Oil level sensor | 1 - 2 | Below 1 Ξ© |
| 1 - 2 | 10 kΞ© or higher | |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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