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PARTS AND TOOLS
Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform
do-it-yourself maintenance. Remember all Lexus parts are
designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Checking the engine oil level
Parts (if level is low):
API SG or SH, Energy-Conserving II multigrade engine oil
or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. For recommended
viscosity, see page 176.
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding oil)
Checking the engine coolant level
Parts (if level is low):
Ethylene-glycol coolant
Demineralized or distilled water
Tools:
Funnel (only for adding coolant)
Checking and replacing the air cleaner filter
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
1 air cleaner filter, Lexus 17801 -74060 or equivalentTools:
Air compressor (only for cleaning filter)
Checking brake fluid
Parts (if level is low):
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Tools:
Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking brake pedal freeplay
Tools:
Measure
Checking brake pedal clearance
Tools:
Measure