ENGINE
525
NOTICE
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle
components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick once again after
adding the oil.
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use
Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to
satisfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API grade SL “Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity: 5W−30
62L042
Outside temperature
SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for good fuel economy, and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 5W−30 is not available, SAE10W−30 may be used.
However, it should be replaced with 5W−30 at the next oil
change.
ENGINE
526
Oil identification marks
62L038
API Service SymbolILSAC Certification Mark
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil
containers to help you select the oil you should use.
The API Service Symbol is located anywhere on the outside
of the container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API
(American Petroleum Institute) designation such as SL.
The center portion of the label shows the SAE viscosity
grade such as SAE 5W−30. ”Energy−Conserving”, shown
in the lower portion, indicates that the oil has fuel−saving
capabilities.
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee) Certification Mark is displayed on the
front of the container.To ensure excellent lubrication for your engine, “Toyota
Genuine Motor Oil” is available, which has been specifically
tested and approved for all Lexus engines.
Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details about
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
