2009 Lexus GS350 oil level

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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 558
Fuel information ............................ 573
Tire information............................. 576
6-2. Customization Customizable features.............. 589
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .......................... 595 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners.......................... 598
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 599
Abbreviation list........................ 602
Alphabetical index ................... 604
What to do if... ............................. 614
6Vehicle specifications7For US owners
Index
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropria te to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
■ Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumu lated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumul ated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that
may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.
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4-2. Maintenance
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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid• At the correct level? (→P. 4 3 3 )
Engine coolant• At the correct level? ( →P. 4 3 1 )
Engine oil• At the correct level? ( →P. 4 2 7 )
Exhaust system• No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses• Not blocked with foreign matter?
(→P. 4 3 2 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d• At the correct level? ( →P. 4 3 7 )
12 volt battery• Maintenance-free (→ P. 4 3 4 )
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed
at the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Services Guide/Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recomme nded that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Lexus dealer or qualified service
shop for advice.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Engine oil level (→P. 4 2 7 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→ P. 4 6 0 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Headlight aim ( →P. 4 8 5 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser (→P. 4 3 2 )
Tire inflation pressure ( →P. 4 4 8 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( →P. 4 3 7 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine compartment
GS460
Engine oil level dipstick(→P. 4 2 7 )
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 4 2 8 )
Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 433)
Fuse box ( →P. 460)
Washer fluid tank (→P. 4 3 7 )Engine coolant reservoir
(→P. 4 3 1 )
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 4 3 2 )
Radiator ( →P. 4 3 2 )
Fuse box ( →P. 460)
12 volt battery ( →P. 4 3 4 )
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Maintenance and care
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GS350
Engine oil level dipstick(→P. 4 2 7 )
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 4 2 8 )
Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 433)
Fuse box ( →P. 460)
Washer fluid tank (→P. 4 3 7 )Engine coolant reservoir
(→P. 4 3 1 )
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 4 3 2 )
Radiator ( →P. 4 3 2 )
Fuse box ( →P. 460)
12 volt battery ( →P. 4 3 4 )
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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■Installing the clips
Push up center portion
Insert
Press
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperat ure and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground . After turning off the engine, wait
more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.Low
Full
■ Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as already in the
engine.
Make sure to check th e oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.STEP6
Engine oil selection→ P. 5 6 2
Oil quantity
(Low → Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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