2017 LEXUS RC200T oil viscosity

5257-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
■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 afterreplacing 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
RC200tRC F
Engine oil selection P. 672, 674
Oil quantity (Low  Full) 1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items Clean funnel
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6729-1. Specifications
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
■Engine oil selection (RC200t)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W -20 for Downsized Turbo Gasoline
Engines” is used in your Lexus vehicl e. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine
Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 for Downsized Turbo Gasoline Engines” or equiva-
lent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade:
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil SAE 0W -20 for Downsized Turbo Gasoline
Engines” or API grade SL “Energy-Co nserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving” or
SN “Resource-Conserving”; or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Viscosity grade:
SAE 0W-20 and 5W-30
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil SAE
0W-20 for Downsized Turbo Gaso-
line Engines” is filled into your Lexus
vehicle at manufacturing, and SAE
0W-20 is the best choice for good
fuel economy and good starting in
cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 oil is not available,
SAE 5W-30 oil may be used. How-
ever, it should be replaced with SAE
0W-20 at the next oil change.
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change.
Preferred

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Vehicle specifications
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold
startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN” means the oil quality designation by
American Petroleum Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20” means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource- Conserving” means that the oil hasfuel-saving and environmental pro-
tection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specificatio n Advisory Committee (ILSAC) Certifica- tion Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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6749-1. Specifications
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
■Engine oil selection (RC F)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Lexus recom-
mends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”. Another motor oil of
matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade:
5W-30 and 10W-30:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving ”, SM “Energy-Conserving” or SN
“Resource-Conserving”; or IL SAC multigrade engine oil
15W-40:
API grade SL, SM or SN multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 5W-30 is filled into your Lexus
vehicle at manufacturing, and the
best choice for good fuel economy
and good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W-30 or a higher
viscosity engine oil in extremely low
temperatures, the engine may
become difficult to start, so SAE
5W-30 engine oil is recommended.
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change.
Preferred

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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
Oil viscosity (5W-30 is explained here as an example):
• The 5W in 5W-30 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold
startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN” means the oil quality designation by
American Petroleum Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 5W-30” means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource- Conserving” means that the oil hasfuel-saving and environmental pro-
tection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specificatio n Advisory Committee (ILSAC) Certifica- tion Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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6789-1. Specifications
RC200t_RC F_EE(OM24728E)
RC200t (vehicles without LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
RC200t/RC F (vehicles with LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
RC F (vehicles with TVD [Torque Vectoring Differential])
*1: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genu ine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differe ntial Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for fur-
ther details.
*2: Torque transfer modules are located on the ri ght and left sides of the differential unit.
*3: Using torque transfer module fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration of performance, vibration, or ultimately damage the TVD system of your
vehicle.
Differential
Oil capacity1.35 L (1.42 qt., 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Diffe rential gear oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent*1
Oil capacity 1.35 L (1.42 qt., 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent*1
DifferentialTorque transfer module*2
Oil capacity1.35 L (1.42 qt., 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Left-hand side: 0.70 L (0.74 qt., 0.62 Imp. qt.)
Right-hand side: 0.70 L (0.74 qt., 0.62 Imp. qt.)
Oil type andviscosity
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent*1Toyota Genuine ATF WS*3