2011 Lexus IS220d oil level

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS250/220d/200d_EE
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 dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low.
Add washer fluid.
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.
Check the level of
engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may
appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a
level surface and
check to see if the
message disappears.
(IS220d and IS200d)
Indicates that the engine
oil and oil filter should
be changed.
Check and change the
engine oil and oil filter
by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly quali-
fied and equipped pro-
fessional.
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-
crash safety system is
not currently functional.
• Clean the grille and
the sensor.
• Wait until the pre-
crash safety system
cools down.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

6Vehicle specifications
533
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)........ 534
Fuel information .............. 553
6-2. Customization
Customizable features...... 556

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IS250/220d/200d_EE
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length4585 mm (180.5 in.)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 in.)
Overall height*1
IS250
1425 mm (56.1 in.)
*2
1440 mm (56.7 in.)*3
IS220d and IS200d
1425 mm (56.1 in.)
*4
1440 mm (56.7 in.)*5
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.4 in.)
Tread
Front1535 mm (60.4 in.)
Rear1525 mm (60 in.)*4
1535 mm (60.4 in.) *5
Gross vehicle mass
IS250
2045 kg (4508 lb.)
IS220d and IS200d
2075 kg (4575 lb.)
Maximum permis-
sible axle capacityFront
IS250
1070 kg (2359 lb.)
IS220d and IS200d
1090 kg (2403 lb.)
Rear1150 kg (2535 lb.)
Drawbar load70 kg (154.4 lb.)
Towing capacity
with
brake1500 kg (3307 lb.)
without
brake560 kg (1235 lb.)

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifica-
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Lubrication system
IS250
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 min-
utes, 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:
0W-20, 5W-20, 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*)
With filter
Without filter
6.3 L (6.6 qt., 5.5 Imp. qt.)
5.9 L (6.2 qt., 5.2 Imp. qt.)

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6-1. Specifications
IS250/220d/200d_EEIS220d and IS200d
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 min-
utes, 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: ACEA C2
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference*)
With filter
Without filter
6.0 L (6.3 qt., 5.3 Imp. qt.)
5.2 L (5.5 qt., 4.6 Imp. qt.)
NOTICE
Using engine oil other than ACEA C2 may damage the catalytic converter.

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Alphabetical index
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Light bulbs
Replacing ..............................453
Wattage .................................552
Lights
Door courtesy light ...............351
Emergency flasher switch.....458
Fog light switch ....................190
Hazard light switch ...............458
Headlights switch .................186
Interior light switch ..............353
Outer foot lights....................351
Overhead courtesy light........351
Personal light switch ............354
Replacing light bulbs ............453
Scuff lights ...........................351
Shift lever light .....................351
Turn signal lever ...................170
Vanity lights .........................363
Wattage .................................552
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ..398
Maintenance data ..................534
Maintenance requirements....395
Manual headlight leveling dial ..187
Manual transmission .................168
Meter
Instrument panel light control ....
172
Meters ...................................171
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ...........82
Side mirror heater .................265
Side mirrors ............................84
Vanity mirrors ......................363Moon roof ................................... 89
MP3 disc* ................................. 280
Multi-information display ........ 181
Odometer .................................. 171
Oil
Engine oil............................. 409
Opener
Fuel filler door ....................... 92
Hood .................................... 402
Trunk ..................................... 63
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights ................... 351
Wattage ................................ 552
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ............ 84
Mirror position memory ........ 66
Outside temperature display ..... 182
Overhead console ..................... 358
Overhead courtesy lights
Overhead courtesy lights ..... 351
Wattage ................................ 552
Overheating, Engine ................. 528L
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Alphabetical index
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................467
Open door ............................470
Seat belt reminder .................470
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .........468
Brake assist system...............468
Brake system ........................467
Charging system ...................468
Electric power steering warning
light ....................................468
Electronic engine control
system.................................468
Fuel filter warning light........468
Low fuel level .......................470
Malfunction indicator lamp ..468
Master warning light ............470
Open door .............................470
Pre-crash safety system ........468
Pretensioners ........................468
Seat belt reminder light ........470
SRS airbags ..........................468Warning messages
Dynamic radar cruise
control ....................... 475, 477
Engine oil level .................... 477
Engine oil maintenance ....... 477
Engine oil pressure .............. 475
Hood .................................... 477
Lexus parking assist
sensor......................... 475, 477
Moon roof ............................ 477
Open door ............................ 477
Parking brake ....................... 477
Pre-crash safety system 475, 477
Smart entry & start system .. 482
Steering lock ........................ 475
Trunk ................................... 477
Washer fluid ........................ 477
Washer
Checking .............................. 420
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................... 239
Switch .................................. 191
Washing and waxing ................ 388
Weight ...................................... 534
Wheels ...................................... 428
Window glasses ......................... 85
Window lock switch ................... 85
Windows
Power windows...................... 85
Rear window defogger......... 265
Washer ................................. 191W