2017 Lexus IS300 Owner's Manual / LEXUS 2017 IS200T,IS300,IS350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53D76U)

4657-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
IS200t
Fuse boxes (→P. 495)
Battery ( →P. 473)
Intercooler
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 466)
Engine oil filler cap (→ P. 467)
Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 469) Brake fluid reservoir (
→P. 472)
Washer fluid tank ( →P. 475)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 471)
Intercooler radiator (→ P. 469)
Radiator (→ P. 471)
Intercooler coolant reservoir (→P. 469)1
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4667-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
With the engine at operating temperatur e and turned off, check the oil level on
the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. Afte r warming up the engine and turning
it off, 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 dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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4677-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■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 consumed while driving. In the following situations,
oil consumption may increase, and engine oil 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, or when driving while accel-
erating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
IS350/IS300IS200t
Engine oil selection →P. 578, 579
Oil quantity (Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items Clean funnel
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4687-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■After changing the engine oil (IS200t)
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Select on the multi-information display. ( →P. 92)
Press the or meter control switch on the steering wheel to select “Vehicle
Settings” then “Oil Maintenance” . (To confirm setting, press .)
Select “Yes” an d then press .
A message is displayed on th e multi-information display.
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harm ful contaminants which may cause skin dis-
orders such as inflammation and skin cance r, 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 filters only in a sa fe 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 fille r cap is properly tightened.
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4697-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■Engine coolant reservoir
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the “LOW” lin e, add coolant up to the “FULL” line.
( → P. 566)
■Intercooler coolant reservoir (IS200t)
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on the res-
ervoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line
If the level is on or below the “L” line,
add coolant up to the “F” line.
(→ P. 566)
Coolant
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4707-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■Coolant selection
Only use “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.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixt ure of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -31 °F [-35 °C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool ant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
(Minimum temperature: -44° F [-42°C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Lexus dealer.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir cap, drain cock and water
pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Lexus de aler test the cap and check for leaks in the
cooling system.
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine co olant reservoir cap, radiator cap (IS350/IS300) or inter-
cooler coolant reservoir cap (IS200t). ( →P. 569)
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the cap is
removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of water and
antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion protection and cool-
ing. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

4717-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
Check the radiator, condenser and intercooler radiator (if equipped) and clear
away any foreign objects.
If any of the above parts are extremely dirt y or you are not sure of their condition,
have your vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer.
Radiator, condenser and intercooler radiator (if equipped)
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator, condenser or inte rcooler radiator (if equipped) as they may
be hot and cause serious injuries, such as burns.

4727-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS350/300/200t_U (OM53D76U)
■Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines
on the tank.
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use
only newly opened brake fluid.
Brake fluid
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your ey es, flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience di scomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent ref illing, there may be a serious problem.