2021 LEXUS ES350 Owners Manual

4018-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at
the next oil change.Outside temperature
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 vis- cosity 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 con-
ditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifica-
tion Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is added to some oil
containers to help you select the oil
you should use.
A25A-FKS engine
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence
*])
*: 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 follow-
ing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API SN/RC multigrade
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-16
SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good starting
in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE
0W-20 oil may be used. However, it
must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at
the next oil change.
AWith filter4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 Imp.qt.)
Without filter4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)

4028-1. Specifications
Outside temperature
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained here
as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-16 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 16 in 0W-16 indicates the vis- cosity 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 con-
ditions.
How to read oil container label:
API registered mark is added to some
oil containers to help you select the oil
you should use.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
A
Cooling system
Capacity*2GR-FKS engine9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp.qt.)
A25A-FKS engine7.3 qt. (6.9 L, 6.1 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
 Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

4038-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
■Spark plug
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Ignition system
2GR-FKS engineA25A-FKS engine
MakeDENSO FK20HBR8DENSO FC16HR-Q8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system (battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch off and turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds.)
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge
15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*2GR-FKS engine8.0 qt. (7.6 L, 6.7 Imp.qt.)
A25A-FKS engine7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or vibra-
tion, or damage the transmission of your vehicle.

4048-1. Specifications
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory. Use
Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of matching
quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further
details.
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory. Use
Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of matching
quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further
details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)
while the engine is running.
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake sys-
tem warning light is not illuminated when th e engine is running. (If the brake system
warning light is illuminated, refer to P.361.)
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5
or equivalent
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5
or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.2 in. (81 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pushing the parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: comes on
When pulling the parking brake switch for 1
to 2 seconds: turns off
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704

4058-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system warning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If
the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to P.365.)
Type A
*1: 99 mph (160 km/h) or less
*2: More than 99 mph (160 km/h)
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size215/55R17 94V, T155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Front
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Rear
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Spare
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17 x 7 1/2J, 17 x 4T (compact spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

4068-1. Specifications
Type B
*1: 99 mph (160 km/h) or less
*2: More than 99 mph (160 km/h)
Type C
*1: 137 mph (220 km/h) or less
*2: More than 137 mph (220 km/h)
Tire size235/45R18 94V, T155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Rear
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Spare
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size18 x 8J, 17 x 4T (compact spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire size235/40R19 92V, T155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)
Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Rear
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)*1
46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)*2
Spare
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size19 x 8J, 17 x 4T (compact spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

4078-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WType
Front turn signal lights (single-beam
headlights)7444NA28/8Wedge base
bulbs (amber)
Front side marker lights (single-beam
headlights)W5W5Wedge base bulbs (clear)

4088-1. Specifications
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may
be caused by the brand of gasoline you are
using. If driveability problems persist, try
changing the brand of gasoline. If this does
not correct the problem, consult your Lexus
dealer.
■Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A.,
Europe and Japan have developed a
specification for fuel quality called the
World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC),
which is expected to be applied world-
wide.
●The WWFC improves air quality by low-
ering emissions in vehicle fleets, and
improves customer satisfaction through
better performance.
■Recommendation of the use of gasoline
containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline
that contains detergent additives to avoid
the build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains
minimum detergent additives to clean
and/or keep clean intake systems, per
EPA’s lowest additives concentration program.
●Lexus strongly recommends the use of
Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more
information on Top Tier Detergent Gas-
oline and a list of marketers, please go to
the official website www.toptiergas.com.
■Recommendation of the use of low
emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as
ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated
gasolines, are available in some cities.
These fuels are typically acceptable for use,
providing they meet other fuel require-
ments.
Lexus recommends these fuels, since the
formulations allow for reduced vehicle
emissions.
■Non-recommendation of the use of
blended gasoline
●Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30 (30% ethanol [ ]), E50 (50%
ethanol [ ]), E85 (85% ethanol [ ])
(which are only some examples of fuel
containing more than 15% ethanol).
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure
that it has an octane rating no lower than
87.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of
gasoline containing methanol.
■Non-recommendation of the use of gas-
oline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhanc-
ing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopen-
tadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gaso-
line.
Select unleaded gasoline with an
octane rating of 87 (Research
Octane Number 91) or higher
required for optimum engine per-
formance and fuel economy. If the
octane rating is less than 87, dam-
age to the engine may occur and
may void the vehicle warranty.
At minimum, the gasoline you use
should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..
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