2010 Lexus HS250h oil level

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 548
Fuel information ............................ 557
Tire information............................ 560
6-2. Customization Customizable features............... 572
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .......................... 584
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.......................... 586
Seat belt instructions for 
Canadian owners 
(in French)..................................... 587
Abbreviation list................................... 590
Alphabetical index .............................. 592
What to do if... ....................................... 604
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
Tr u n k
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level?
( P. 4 3 1 )
CoolantIs the engine coolant at the correct
level? ( P. 4 2 8 )
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? 
( P. 4 2 4 )
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The radiator and condenser should
be free from foreign objects. 
( P. 4 3 0 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dIs there sufficient washer fluid? 
( P. 4 3 2 )
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connections. ( P. 4 3 3 )
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed
at the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommend ed 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
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Engine oil level (P. 4 2 4 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
•Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 4 5 5 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Headlight aim ( P. 4 6 7 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Light bulbs( P. 4 6 9 )
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
•Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Radiator and condenser (P. 4 3 0 )
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 4 4 5 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( P. 4 3 2 )
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compartment
Engine coolant reservoir 
( P. 4 2 8 )
Engine oil filler cap 
( P. 425)
Engine oil level dipstick 
( P. 4 2 4 )
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( P. 4 2 8 )
Brake fluid reservoir  (P. 4 3 1 )Fuse box ( P. 455)
Engine coolant radiator 
( P. 430)
Power control unit coolant
radiator ( P. 430)
Condenser ( P. 430)
Electric cooling fans
Washer fluid tank 
( P. 4 3 2 )

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. A
fter turning off the hybrid sys-
tem, wait more than 5 minutes fo r the oil to dr
ain back into the
bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick ou
t and check the
oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
Full

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
lo
w level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as th at already in the
engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and pr
epare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection P. 551
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.2 qt. (1.1 L, 1.0 lmp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Engine oil consumption
●The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the quality of
the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
●More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and fre -
quent acceleration and deceleration.
●A new engine consumes more oil.
●When judging the amount of oil consumpt ion, keep in mind that the oil may
have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accurately.
●Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 Imp. qt./600 miles (1.0 L per 1000
km)
●If your vehicle consumes more than 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp. qt.) every 600 miles
(1000 km), contact your Lexus dealer.
■After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
The engine oil maintenance data should be r
eset. Perform the following proce-
dures:
Switch the display to the trip meter “A” when the hybrid system is operat -
ing. ( P. 1 6 3 )
Turn the “POWER” switch off.
While pressing the trip meter reset button ( P. 1 6 3 ), turn the “POWER”
switch to ON mode (do not start th e
hybrid system because otherwise
the reset mode will be canceled). Co ntinue to press and hold the button
until the trip meter displays “000000” and the multi-information display
indicates that the reset is complete.

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin
disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid
prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dis-
pose of used oil and filters in househol d trash, in sewers or onto the ground. 
Call your Lexus dealer, service station or auto parts store for information con-
cerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●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 every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.