2008 Lexus IS 250 Service and Repair Manual

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2008 Lexus IS 250 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications, torque values, and reference data
  • Electrical diagnostics with full wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
  • Diagnostic trouble codes and troubleshooting flow
  • Maintenance schedules and fluid capacities

Trims covered

  • AWD
  • RWD, Automatic
  • RWD, Standard

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Maintenance & Lubrication
  • Specifications
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Diagnostic Trouble Codes
  • Technical Service Bulletins
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2008 Lexus IS 250 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #13V03000030/01/2013Component: VISIBILITY/WIPER

Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2005, through October 5, 2011; 2010-2012 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles manufactured April 10,

Consequence

Inoperative wipers could reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will install new wiper arm nuts, free of charge. An in

NHTSA #16V34000023/05/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2009-2011 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2006-2011 Toyota Yaris, Lexus IS250 an

Consequence

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in seriou

Remedy

Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. De

NHTSA #19V74100017/10/2019Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Si

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants res

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver in

NHTSA #17V00600009/01/2017Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, an

Consequence

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in seriou

Remedy

Toyota will notify the Toyota, Scion and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owne

TSB #10217805

CSP: On July 30, 2018, a settlement of claims for Economic Loss related to Takata airbag inflators was approved for full implementation. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program (?CSP?) for 2002-2019 m

TSB #10217806

CSP: Takata CSP Coverage Job Aid - published 7.28.2022

TSB #10214355

Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022

TSB #10210374

TSB: This Service Bulletin includes procedures to replace damaged or loose front carpet floor retainer(s) without replacing the carpet assembly. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to replace the loose or damaged carpet floor retai

TSB #10209023

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purp

TSB #10207945

POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome

TSB #10205134

Warranty Enhancement Program - ZLD Phase 2,3 & 4 Part Replacement Available for all Models.

TSB #10205136

Warranty Enhancement Program - ZLD Phase 2,3 & 4 Part Replacement Available for all Models - Extention of Warranty Coverage for Cracked and/or Sticky/Melting Dashboards ( Inst krukment Panels) as a Result of Heat or Humidity.

Showing the 8 most recent of 197 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20100603Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDALCrash reported

2008 LEXUS IS250. CONSUMER STATES WHEN SHE TURNED INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY JUMPED OVER THE CONCRETE BARRIER AND STOPPED WITHIN INCHES OF HITTING A BRICK WALL.

20100412Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS250. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH INTO A PARKING SPACE. THE VEHICLE SURGED OVER A SIDEWALK AND CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN IN

20100305Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

I LIKE TO REPORT AN INCIDENT OF A POSSIBLE MANUFACTURE MALFUNCTION ON MY 2008 LEXUS IS250. THE INCIDENT HAPPENED ON 4/29/2010. I WAS FIRST STOPPED FOR RED LIGHT IN THE NEUTRAL GEAR. AS I WAS READY TO

20100202Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LEXUS IS250. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH INTO HER GARAGE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INTO THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND THE GARAGE WALL AFTER SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES. THE DEALE

20091105Component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYCrash reported

I WAS DRIVING MY WIFE'S LEXUS 2008 IS 250 OUT OF A PARKING LOT WHEN APPLYING MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE THE CAR ACCELERATED. I NOW SLAMMED MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES AND THE CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THE ONLY

Showing the 5 most serious of 157 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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