2005 Lexus IS300 spark plug

SECTION 6 ± 2
325
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Specifications326
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Fuel 329
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Fuel pump shut off system 331
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Facts about engine oil consumption 331
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Used engine oil 333
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Checking the engine oil level 333
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Checking the engine coolant level 337
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Checking the radiator and condenser 338
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Spark plugs 339
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ENGINE
328± COOLING SYSTEM
Capacity
7.5 L (7.9 qt., 6.6 lmp.qt.)
Coolant typeªToyota Super Long Life Coolantº or similar high quality ethylene glyco\
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based non±silicate, non±amine, non±nitrite, and non±borate c\
oolant with
long±life hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant with long±life hybrid
organic acid technology is a combination of low phosphates and organic
acids.)
Do not use plain water alone.
NOTE:
ªToyota Super Long Life Coolantº is used in your Lexus vehicle at facto\
ry fill. In order to avoid technical problems, only use ªToyota
Super Long Life Coolantº or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non±\
silicate, non±amine, non±nitrite, and non±borate coolant
with long±life hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant with long±life hybrid organic acid technology is a combin\
ation of low
phosphates and organic acids.) Do not use plain water alone. Please con\
tact your Lexus dealer for further details.
± FUEL
Fuel type
Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating91 (Research octane number 96) or higher
± IGNITION SYSTEMSpark plug ± Make DENSO ± Gap
SK16R±P11
1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
± ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery ± Open voltage at 20 C (68F):
Charging rates
12.7 V Fully charged
12.3 V Half charged
11.9 V Discharged
[Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the
lights turned off]
5A max.
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ENGINE
339
SPARK PLUGS
SV62007a
Your engine is fitted with designated iridium±tipped spark
plugs.
NOTICE
Use only designated iridium±tipped spark plugs and donot adjust gaps for your engine performance andsmooth drivability.
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2.
Maintenance procedures for the engine, chassis,
body, electrical system, and more, are clearly
explained and illustrated.
Periodic maintenance and tune±up
Periodic maintenance and tune±up helps to prevent small
problems from growing into larger ones later on. The repair
manual outlines exactly what maintenance is required and
clearly explains how to do the work yourself step±by±step.
Areas covered include such things as spark plug replacement,
valve clearance adjustment and engine oil and filter
replacement.
Where to obtain theRepair Manual
The repair manual for IS300 may be purchased from any
Lexus dealer or the Material Distribution Center. To purchase
the repair manual, please contact your Lexus dealer or call the
Material Distribution Center toll±free at 1±800±622±2033.
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