2010 Lexus IS250C oil viscosity

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Maintenance and care
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■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 consume 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. 159) 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 the 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 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.
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6-1. Specifications
10_IS250C/350C_U
Lubrication system
■ 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 follow-
ing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 5W-30 is not available,
SAE 10W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil
change.
The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates a characteristic of the oil
which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for eas-
ier starting of the engine in cold weather.
The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating tem-
perature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehicle is oper-
ated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Oil capacity
Drain and refill
(Reference)
without filter
with filter
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 Imp. qt.)
6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

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Vehicle specifications
10_IS250C/350C_U
Differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is filled in your Lexus vehicle at factoryfill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equiva-
lent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Lexus dealer for further details.
Automatic tr ansmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary, con-
tact your Lexus dealer.
Oil capacity
IS350C:
1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
IS250C: 1.20 qt. (1.15 L, 1.01 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85
GL-5” or equivalent
Fluid capacity*
IS350C:8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)
IS250C: 7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.5 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibra-
tion, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle.

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Manual Transmission
Clutch
Gear oil capacity1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil typeAPI GL-5
Recommended gear oil viscositySAE75W-90
NOTICE
Using manual transmission gear oil other than “Toyota Genuine Manual Transmission
Gear Oil API GL-5” may cause occurrence of gear noise or other deterioration.
Clutch free play0.2  0.6 in. (5  15 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 3 8 9Trunk openerP. 4 7Fuel filler door P. 9 0
Hood lock release lever P. 3 8 9Fuel filler door openerP. 9 0Tire inflation pressureP. 5 3 6
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 91, 529
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 536
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp. qt.)
Without filter 6.2 (5.9, 5.2)
With filter6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Engine oil typeToyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 530
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30