2011 Lexus IS F engine

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IS F_EEEngine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.
Engine
Fuel
Model2UR-GSE
Ty p e8-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke94.0  89.5 mm (3.70 3.52 in.)
Displacement4969 cm3 (303.2 cu. in.)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel type
EU area:
Unleaded gasoline conforming to European stan-
dard EN228 only
Except EU area:
Unleaded gasoline only
Research octane num-
ber95 or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)64 L (16.9 gal., 14.0 Imp. gal.)

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Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when exchang-
ing. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Lexus
recommends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
Another motor oil of matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade:
5W-30 and 10W-30:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving”,
SN “Resource-Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
15W-40 and 20W-50:
API grade SL, SM or SN multigrade engine oil
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference*)
without filter
with filter
8.2 L (8.7 qt., 7.2 Imp. qt.)
9.3 L (9.8 qt., 8.2 Imp. qt.)

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IS F_EERecommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 5W-30 is filled into your
Lexus vehicle at manufactur-
ing, and the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W-30 or a
higher viscosity engine oil in
extremely low temperatures,
the engine may become diffi-
cult to start, so SAE 5W-30
engine oil is recommended.
Oil viscosity (5W-30 is explained here as an example):
• The 5W in 5W-30 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is oper-
ated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Preferred
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change.

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Ignition system
Electrical system
Differential
*: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil”
at the factory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear
Oil” or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specifica-
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR11
1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTICE
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning the
engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at
20C (68F):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 capacity1.35 L (1.42 qt., 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential Gear
Oil LX 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

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tion. Please contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional for further details.
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Brakes
*1:Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 490 N (50
kgf, 110 lbf) while the engine is running.
*2:Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6
kgf, 67.4 lbf).
Steering
Fluid capacity*11.0 L (11.6 qt., 9.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission
of your vehicle.
Pedal clearance *1110.0 mm (4.3 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0  2.0 mm (0.04  0.08 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel *27  9 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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Fuel information
Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Lexus has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
If premium gasoline is not available
If this premium type cannot be obtained, you can temporarily use unleaded
gasoline with a Research Octane Number as low as 91.
If your engine knocks
Consult any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accel-
erating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline conforming to Euro-
pean standard EN228.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.
Except EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.

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NOTICE
Notice on fuel quality
Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be
damaged.
Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or “E85” and
fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be used. The use of
these fuels will damage the vehicle's fuel system. In case of any doubt, ask
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Except EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or
“E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be used.
Your vehicle can use gasoline mixed with 10% max ethanol. The use of
fuel with more than 10% ethanol content (E10) will damage the vehicle’s
fuel system. You must ensure that refueling is carried out only from a
source where fuel specification and quality can be guaranteed. In case of
any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.

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*: This function cannot be customized unless power window operation
using the wireless remote control is enabled.
Windshield
wipers and
washer
(
P. 176)
Switching operation
when the vehicle is sta-
tionary
OnOff
Drip prevention func-
tionOnOff
Time elapsed before the
drip prevention func-
tion operatesVa r i a b l e
depending on
the vehicle
speed
3 seconds
Lexus park-
ing assist-
sensor
(
P. 199)
Back sensor operation
display and buzzerOnOff
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Distance which a sensor
detects150 cm (4.9 ft.)60 cm (2.0 ft.)
Illumination
(
P. 320)
Time elapsed before
lights turn off15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff
Operation after the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned
OFF
OnOff
Front footwell lightsOnOff
Shift lever lightOnOff
Outer foot lightsOnOff
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting