2016 LEXUS NX200T Imp. qt.

4937-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of the
same type as that already in the
engine.
Make sure to check the 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 consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consum ed while driving. In the following situations,
oil consumption may increase, and engine o il may need to be refilled in between oil
maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after
replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
Engine oil selection P. 5 9 3
Oil quantity (Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
1
2
3

5929-1. Specifications
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check
the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine
Model2.0 L 4-cylinder with turbocharger (8AR-FTS)
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.39  3.39 in. (86.0  86.0 mm)
Displacement121.9 cu.in. (1998 cm3)
Valve clearance (engine cold)Automatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference)15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp.gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference*)
With filter
Without filter5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)

5949-1. Specifications
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
*: The coolant capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Cooling system
Capacity*
Gasoline
engine8.3 qt. (7.9 L, 7.0 Imp.qt.)
Intercooler3.1 qt. (2.9 L, 2.6 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-
borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic
acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug)
MakeNGK DILFR7K9G
Gap0.04 in. (0.9 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68F (20 C):
12.6 V or higher: Fully charged
12.2 — 12.4 V: Half charged
12.0 V or lower: Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights ar e turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.

5959-1. Specifications
9
Vehicle specifications
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081U
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
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 sp ecification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
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 sp ecification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

660
NX200t_OM_USA_OM78081UGAS STATION INFORMATION
*: Vehicles with a power back door
Auxiliary catch leverBack door opener switch*Fuel filler door
P. 488 P. 121 P. 228
Hood lock release leverTire inflation pressure
P. 4 8 8 P. 5 9 6
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type
Premium unleaded gasoline only P. 592
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 5 9 6
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)With filter
Without filter 5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)
Engine oil type
P. 593