2019 LEXUS GS300H engine oil

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Maintenance and care
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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 consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consum ed while driving. In the following situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oilmaintenance 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, 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
GS450hGS300h
Engine oil selection P. 550
Oil quantity (Low  Full) 1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items Clean funnel
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4086-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■After changing the engine oil
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Press or of the meter control switch and select .
Press or of the meter control switch an d select “Vehicle Settings”. Then press
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Press or of the meter control switch and select “Oil Maintenance”. Then press
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Select the “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 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 filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of
used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call any authorized Lexus retailer or Le xus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer, service station or auto parts st ore 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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4797-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)
A buzzer also sounds.  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) systemA buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliablerepairer.
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
A buzzer also sounds.  Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering)
A buzzer also sounds.  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

4847-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates that engine oil level is low This message may appear 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 that the hybrid system has overheated This message may be displayed when driving under
severe operating conditions. (For example, when driv- ing up a long steep hill.)A buzzer also sounds.
 Stop and check. (P. 535)
Indicates a malfunction in: • The AHS (Adaptive High-beam System) (ifequipped);
• The Automatic High Beam (if equipped); • The AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (ifequipped); or
• The LED headlight system A buzzer also sounds. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the RSA (Road Sign Assist)
A buzzer also sounds  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

4877-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Indicates that the outside temperature is approximately
3 C (37F) or lower A buzzer also sounds. Drive carefully, as the road may be icy.
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. 406) (The indicator will not work properly unless the oilmaintenance data has been reset.)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the fuel in jectors require maintenance
soon  Have any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho- rized repairer, or any reliable repairer replenish the
injector cleaner to the fuel tank and reset the mes- sage as necessary.
Indicates that the engine oil and oil filter should bechanged Have the engine oil and oil filter checked and/or
changed by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Afterchanging the engine oil, the oil change system
should be reset. ( P. 406)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the fuel injectors require maintenance
 Have any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho- rized repairer, or any reliable repairer replenish theinjector cleaner and reset the message.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5508-1. Specifications
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*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine
oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, 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. Lexus recom-
mends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”. Another motor oil of
matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade:
0W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving” or SN
“Resource-Conserving”; or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
15W-40:
API grade SL, SM or SN multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 0W-20 is filled into your Lexus
vehicle at manufacturing, and 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.
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
0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil is rec-
ommended.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference*)With filter
Without filter
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6.3 L (6.7 qt., 5.5 Imp.qt.)
5.9 L (6.2 qt., 5.2 Imp.qt.)
4.5 L (4.8 qt., 4.0 lmp. qt.)
4.1 L (4.3 qt., 3.6 lmp. qt.)
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change
Preferred

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Vehicle specifications
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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 viscos ity 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-Conserv- ing” means that the oil has fuel-saving and environmental protection capa-
bilities.
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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587Alphabetical index
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Engine coolant temperature
gauge....................................................... 105
Engine oil..................................................406
Capacity ................................................ 550
Checking .............................................. 406
Oil level warning message ...........466
Oil pressure warning
message..............................................466
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 334
Engine switch ...........................................217
Auto power off function ...................219
Changing the power switch
modes ................................................... 218
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency..........453
Starting the hybrid system............... 217
EPS (Electric Power Steering)........ 325
Function .................................................. 325
Warning light .........................................461
Warning message.............................466
EV drive mode ....................................... 222
First-aid kit storage net....................... 375
Flat tire
Vehicles with spare tire ................. 498
Vehicles without spare tire .......... 509
Floor mats ................................................... 34
Fluid
Brake........................................................554
Hybrid transmission .........................553
Washer ...................................................... 411
Fog lights .................................................. 250
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Switch ...................................................... 250
Follow me home system .................... 238
Footwell light .......................................... 366
Front air conditioning system .......... 346
Front fog lights ....................................... 250
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Switch ...................................................... 250
Wattage ................................................. 449
Front personal lights............................ 367
Front position lights ............................. 237
Light switch............................................ 237
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 449
Welcome light illumination
control ................................................... 140
Front seats ................................................. 175
Adjustment ............................................. 175
Cleaning ................................................ 394
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Driving position memory ................ 178
Head restraints .....................................183
Power easy access system............. 178
Seat heaters.......................................... 362
Seat position memory ....................... 178
Seat ventilators ................................... 362
Front turn signal lights ..........................231
Replacing light bulbs ........... 443, 449
Turn signal lever................................... 231
Wattage .................................................558
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.