2010 Lexus IS F oil level

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers.................... 430
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................................ 431
If you think something
is wrong ......................................... 437
Fuel pump shut off system ....... 438
Event data recorder .................... 439
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds... ....... 441
If a warning message is
displayed ........................................ 451
If you have a flat tire..................... 465
If the engine will not start .......... 474
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .............................. 475
If you lose your keys .................... 476
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ............... 477
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .................................. 480
If your vehicle overheats .......... 483
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................................... 486
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ...... 4876-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 490
Fuel information ........................... 500
Tire information ........................... 503
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ............... 515
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize .......................... 520
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners........................... 522
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................... 523
Abbreviation list ................................... 526
Alphabetical index............................... 528
What to do if... .......................................538
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
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2-5. Driving information
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 appropriate 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.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and the same brand.
■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 accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
●Remove any ice that has accumulated 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
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryMaintenance-free. (P. 3 8 2 )
Brake fluidAt the correct level? (P. 3 8 0 )
Engine coolantAt the correct level? (P. 3 7 8 )
Engine oilAt the correct level? (P. 3 74 )
Exhaust systemNo fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 3 8 0 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dAt the correct level? (P. 3 8 5 )
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed
at the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Services Guide” or “Owners
Manual Supplement”. It is recommended 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. 3 74 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 4 0 8 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Headlight aim (P. 422)• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser (P. 3 8 0 )
Tire inflation pressure (P. 3 9 7 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d (P. 3 8 5 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compartment
Battery (P. 382)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 3 74 )
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 3 74 )
Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 380)
Fuse boxes (P. 4 0 8 )Washer fluid tank
(P. 385)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser (P. 380)
Radiator (P. 380)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 3 7 8 )

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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. 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.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
Full
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Maintenance and care
■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 the oil type and prepare 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. 4 9 3
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. 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 consumption, 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 oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Switch the display to the odometer (P. 139) when the engine is running.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
While pressing the trip meter reset button, set the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode (but do not start the engine
because otherwise the reset mode will be cancelled). Continue to press
and hold the button until the trip meter displays “000000”.
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin
disorders such as inflammation or 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 household 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.
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