Exterior Design
The Lexus IS sedans show a strong family resemblance to the Lexus GS models while establishing their own distinctively sporty identity. A notably wide stance and long wheelbase, coupled with tightly drawn bodywork, give the IS an athletic, road-hungry yet sophisticated style. Carefully shaped body contours, a subtle ducktail-curved trunk lid and "air kick" tail lamps contribute to a low 0.28 coefficient of drag (Cd).
A highly rigid body structure is the starting point for controlling noise intrusion. Strategically placed noise-suppression materials, including special window and door seals, acoustic windshield glass and asphalt sheeting, take over from there.
See also:
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures
as given in these sections.
CAUTION:
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move ...
And on the inside?
Here’s where the GS is starting to show its age. Conventional switchgear
contrasts with the ever-complex interior configurations found in the rest of the
segment. Where rivals have touch screens a ...
Wheels
If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced.
Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause a loss of handling
control.
Wheel selection
When replacing wheels, ...