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When driving
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters
The units used on the speedometer and the tachometer gauge display may
differ depending on the model/type.

The following gauges, meters and display illuminate when the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed.
Voltage gauge
Displays the battery voltage. If the voltage is either too high or too low, the
display will flash.
Shift position and shift range/gear display
Displays the shift position along with the currently selected shift range or
gear. (P. 130, 132)
Multi-information display
P. 1 4 6
Engine oil temperature gauge
Displays the engine oil temperature. If the temperature is too high, the dis-
play will flash.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

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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
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
STEP1
STEP2
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6-1. Specifications
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Com-
mittee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity12.6 qt. (11.9 L, 10.5 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-
cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at the fac-
tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equiv-
alent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning the engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68F (20C):12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LX 75W-85 GL-5” or equivalent

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight,
including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer's designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68
kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity
Tire related termMeaning

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 3 6 9Trunk opener
P. 4 3Fuel filler door
P. 7 5
Hood lock release lever
P. 3 6 9Fuel filler door opener
P. 7 5Tire inflation pressure
P. 4 9 8
Fuel tank capacity16.9 gal. (64 L, 14.0 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 76, 492
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 4 9 8
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp. qt.)
Without filter 8.7 (8.2
, 7. 2)With filter 9.8 (9.3, 8.2)
Engine oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 493
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30