INTRODUCTION
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Be extremely cautious when working on the battery.
It contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
NOTICE
Remember that battery and ignition cables carry high
currents or voltages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.
Before closing the engine hood, check to see that you
have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.
Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, or
excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Do not overfill automatic transmission fluid, or the
transmission could be damaged.
Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the
wiper frame.
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):
Use API grade SJ “Energy Conserving”, SL
“Energy Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. For
recommended oil viscosity, see page 305.
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding oil)
Checking the engine coolant level
Parts (if level is low):
“Toyota Long Life Coolant” or equivalent
See “Checking the engine coolant level” on page 306 for
instructions.
Demineralized or distilled water
Tools:
Funnel (only for adding coolant)
ENGINE
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If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low mark,
add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine.
Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil a little at a time,
checking the dipstick. The approximate quantity of oil needed
to fill between the low level mark and the full level mark on the
dipstick is indicated below for reference.
When the level reaches within the correct range, return the
filler cap and turn the cap clockwise until you hear a click.
Oil quantity. L (qt., lmp. qt.) 1.5 (1.6, 1.3)
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick once again after
adding the oil.
Engine oil selection
Use API grade SJ “Energy Conserving”, SL
“Energy Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
62L005 1
Temperature range anticipated before next oil change
SAE 5W 30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good
fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W 30 engine oil in extremely low
temperatures, the engine may become difficult to start, so
SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended.
