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9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ..................540
Fuel information.......................... 549
Tire information........................... 552
9-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 562
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ..........................573
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................................... 576
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ...............................................577
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .............................................. 578
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)................................586
Alphabetical index ................................ 590
9Vehicle specifications
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Index
For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the equipment listed below. • Navigation system
• Lexus parking assist monitor
• Audio/video system
•Lexus Enform

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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at
the intervals specified in the “Warranty and Service Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”. It is recommende
d that any problem you notice should
be brought to the attention of your Lex us dealer or qualified service shop for
advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? (→ P. 4 5 9 )
Engine/power control unit
coolantIs the engine/power control unit coolant at the correct
level? ( →P. 4 5 7 )
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? ( →P. 4 5 3 )
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from for-
eign objects. ( →P. 4 5 8 )
Wa s h e r f l u i dIs there sufficient washer fluid? (→ P. 4 6 0 )
Tr u n k
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connections.(→ P. 4 6 1 )

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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct proce-
dure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery con-
dition (
→P. 4 6 1 )•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(→ P. 4 5 9 )
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/power con-
trol unit coolant level
(→ P. 4 5 7 )
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality
ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite
and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(→ P. 4 5 3 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→ P. 4 8 3 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(→ P. 4 8 6 )
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
•Flathead screwdriver•Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser ( →P. 4 5 8 )
Tire inflation pres-
sure ( →P. 4 74 )• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d
(→ P. 4 6 0 )• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
■12-volt battery
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P. 4 6 1
Wa s h e r f l u i d t a n k ( →P. 4 6 0 )
Fuse boxes ( →P. 4 8 3 )
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( →P. 4 5 7 )
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 4 5 3 )
Engine oil filler cap ( →P. 4 5 4 ) Engine coolant reservoir
(→ P. 4 5 7 )
Brake fluid reservoir ( →P. 4 5 9 )
Power control unit coolant
radiator ( →P. 4 5 8 )
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 4 5 8 )
Engine coolant radiator (→ P. 4 5 8 )1
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Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on
the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oilPark the vehicle on level ground.
After warming up the engine and turning off the hybrid system, wait more than 5
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.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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XFlat dipstickXNon-flat dipstick
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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 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 selection →P. 5 4 4
Oil quantity (Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
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WA R N I N G
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harm
ful contaminants which may cause skin dis-
orders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid pro-
longed and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filter s only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of
used oil and filters in household tras h, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, 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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9Vehicle specifications
9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)...................540
Fuel information.......................... 549
Tire information ........................... 552
9-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 562
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ......................... 573