2013 Lexus GX460 checking oil

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Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperat ure and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level grou nd. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
Full
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STEP3
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STEP5
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Maintenance and care
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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 th e 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. 76 1
Oil quantity (Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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Alphabetical index
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Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly .............................744
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not operate properly .............................744
If the engine will not start ............... 740
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................... 742
If the vehicle has discharged battery.................................................. 746
If the warning buzzer sounds...... 693
If the warning light turns on .......... 693
If the warning message is displayed ............................................ 705
If you have a flat tire .........................726
If you lose your keys .........................743
If you think something is wrong.....................................................691
If your vehicle becomes stuck .....752
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 754
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................685
If your vehicle overheats................ 749
Emergency flashers Switch ...................................................... 684 Engine
Accessory mode................................. 183
Compartment....................................... 618
Engine switch ........................................ 183
Hood ..........................................................617
How to start the engine ................... 183
Identification number .......................759
If the engine will not start................740
Ignition switch ....................................... 183
Overheating ......................................... 749
Engine compartment cover .............. 619
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 763
Checking ...............................................624
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................371
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 199
Engine immobilizer system.................. 119
Engine oil Capacity ...................................................761
Checking .............................................. 620
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................371
Engine switch .......................................... 183
Engine switch light................................525
Event data recorder (EDR) ................. 23E
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