2018 Lexus GS300 engine oil

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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.
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Flat dipstickNon-flat dipstick
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Maintenance and care
■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.
GS350GS300
GS F
Engine oil selection →P. 522, 524
Oil quantity (Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items Clean funnel
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■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
■After changing the engine oil (GS350/GS300)
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Press or of the meter co ntrol switch and select .
Press or of the meter control switch an d select “Vehicle Settings”. Then press
.
Press or of the meter control switch and select “Oil Maintenance”. Then press
.
Select “Yes” and press .
A message is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion 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.
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Maintenance and care
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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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
system A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer.
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Indicates that engine oil level is low
This message may ap pear if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to
see if the message disappears.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Automatic High Beam system (if equipped);
• The AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if
equipped); or
• The LED headlight system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
(GS F for Canada only)
Indicates that the brake pads are worn out
A buzzer also sounds
→ Have the vehicle inspected visually by your Lexus
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

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When trouble arises
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Mainte nance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
Indicates that the outside temperature is approximately
37° F (3 °C) or lower
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Drive carefully, as the road may be icy.
(GS350/GS300 only)
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed
→Check the engine oil and change if necessary. After
changing the engine oil, the oil change system
should be reset. ( →P. 383)
(The indicator will not work properly unless the oil
maintenance data has been reset.)
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven
distance on the maintenance schedule
* should be per-
formed soon. Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km)
after the message has been reset.
→ If necessary, perform maintenance.
(GS350/GS300 only)
Indicates that the engine o il and oil filter should be
changed
→ Have the engine oil and oil filter checked and/or
changed by your Lexus dealer. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be reset.
( → P. 383)
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenanc e is required to correspond
to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km)
after the message has been reset. (The message will
not display properly unless the message has been
reset.)
→ Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset
the message after the maintenance is performed.
(→ P. 366)
Warning messageDetails/Actions

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GS350_300_GS F_OM_OM30G34U_(U)8-1. Specifications
GS350/GS300
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine
oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level
on the dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Lubrication system
GS350GS3002WDAWD
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill ⎯
reference
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With filter
Without filter
6.0 qt.
(5.7 L, 5.0 Imp.qt.)
5.8 qt.
(5.5 L, 4.8 Imp.qt.)6.8 qt.
(6.4 L, 5.6 Imp.qt.)
6.3 qt.
(6.0 L, 5.3 Imp.qt.)4.9 qt.
(4.6 L, 4.0 Imp.qt.)
4.5 qt.
(4.3 L, 3.8 Imp.qt.)