Page 388 of 568
388
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 oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Switch the display to the odometer ( P. 146) 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 multi-information display .
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin
disorders such as inflammati on 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.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
Page 506 of 568
506
6-1. Specifications
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 viscosit y 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 un der extreme load conditions.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill
reference)
without filter8.7 qt. (8.2 L, 7.2 Imp. qt.)
with filter 9.8 qt. (9.3 L, 8.2 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature
Page 508 of 568
508
6-1. Specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Differential
*: “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is put in your Lexus vehicle at the fac-tory. Use Lexus approved “T oyota 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
Page 568 of 568
568
GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 3 8 1Trunk openerP. 4 6Fuel filler door P. 8 0
Hood lock release lever P. 3 8 1Fuel filler door openerP. 8 0Tire inflation pressureP. 5 1 1
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)16.9 gal. (64 L, 14.0 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeP. 81, 505
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 5 1 1
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill
reference)qt. (L, Imp. qt.)
Without filter 8.7 (8.2, 7. 2)
With filter 9.8 (9.3, 8.2)
Engine oil typeToyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 506
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30
