Lexus GS300h 2015 Owner's Manual

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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 viscosit y 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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5728-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Gasoline engine
Power control unit
Left-hand drive vehiclesRight-hand drive vehicles
Capacity
GS450h9.2 L (9.7qt.,
8.1 Imp.qt.)2.1 L (2.2qt.,
1.8 Imp.qt.)1.9 L (2.0qt.,
1.7 Imp.qt.)
GS300h8.1 L (8.6 qt.,
7.1 Imp.qt.)1.6 L (1.7 qt.,
1.4 Imp.qt.)1.8 L (1.9 qt.,
1.6 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HBR8
0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at 20 °C (68 °F):12.0 V or higher
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the
hybrid system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*GS450h5.69 L (6.01 qt., 5.01 Imp.qt.)
GS300h3.80 L (4.02 qt., 3.34 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeTo y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

5748-1. Specifications
GS450h_300h_OM_OM30F00E_(EE) 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 match-
ing quality to satisfy the above specification.
Please contact any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified an d equipped professional for further details.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112.4 lbf)
while the hybrid system is operating.
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake
system warning light is not illuminated when the hybrid system is operating (If the
brake system warning light is illuminated, refer to P. 476).
Differential
Oil capacity1.35 L (1.43 qt., 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e*115 mm (4.5 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 6.0 mm (0.04 — 0.24 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3,
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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XTy p e A
*: For optimizing fuel economy, ECO tire pressure is recommended. Tire pressure
affects traveling comfort, road noise and steering characteristics.
Tires and wheels
Ti r e s i z e225/50R17 94W
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)
Vehicle speed
Front tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
More than 190 km/h
(118 mph)300 (3.0, 44)300 (3.0, 44)
Normal pressure:
190 km/h (118 mph)
or less
240 (2.4, 35)240 (2.4 , 35)
ECO pressure*:
190 km/h (118 mph)
or less
270 (2.7, 39)270 (2.7, 39)
Wheel size17 × 7 1 /2J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)

5768-1. Specifications
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XTy p e B
XTy p e C
Ti r e s i z e235/45R18 94Y
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)Vehicle speed
Front tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
More than 220 km/h
(137 mph)300 (3.0, 44)300 (3.0, 44)
220 km/h (137 mph)
or less240 (2.4, 35)240 (2.4 , 35)
Wheel size18 × 8J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Ti r e s i z e235/40R19 96Y XL
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)Vehicle speedFront tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)Rear tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
More than 220 km/h
(137 mph)300 (3.0, 44)300 (3.0, 44)
220 km/h (137 mph)
or less240 (2.4, 35)250 (2.5, 36)
Wheel size19 × 8J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)

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XTy p e D
XCompact spare tire (if equipped)
■When towing a trailer
Add 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended tire inflation pressure and
drive at speeds below 100 km/h (62 mph).
Ti r e s i z e235/40R19 96Y XL (front) and 265/35R19 94Y (rear)
Tire inflation
pressure
(Recommended
cold tire inflation
pressure)Vehicle speed
Front tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
Rear tire
kPa (kgf/cm2 or
bar, psi)
More than 220 km/h
(137 mph)300 (3.0, 44)300 (3.0, 44)
220 km/h (137 mph)
or less240 (2.4, 35)250 (2.5, 36)
Wheel size19 × 8J (235/40R19), 19 × 9J (265/35R19)
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Ti r e s i z eT155/70D17 110M, T145/70D18 107M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 60 psi)
Wheel size17 × 4T (T155/70D17), 18 × 4T (T145/70D18)
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)

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Light bulbs
Light bulbsWTy p e
ExteriorFront turn signal lights*21A
Outer foot lights5B
InteriorVanity lights8B
Trunk light3.8B
A: Wedge base bulbs (amber) B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
*: Vehicles with single-beam headlights

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Fuel information
■Use of ethanol blended gasoline in a gasoline engine
Lexus allows the use of ethanol blended gasoline where the ethanol content is up to 10%.
Make sure that the ethanol blended gasoline to be used has a Research Octane Number
that follows the above.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking fo
r a short time while accelerating or driv-
ing uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
XGS450h
EU area:
You must only use unleaded gasoline conforming to European standard
EN228.
Select unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 95 or higher
for optimum engine performance.
Except EU area:
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.
XGS300h
EU area:
You must only use unleaded gasoline conforming to European standard
EN228.
Select unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 91 or higher for
optimum engine performance.
Except EU area:
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 91 or higher for
optimum engine performance.

5808-1. Specifications
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NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness
and the emission control system to function improperly.
●EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or “E85” and fuel contain-
ing a large amount of ethanol should not be used. The use of these fuels will damage
the vehicle’s fuel system. In case of any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Except EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or “E85” and fuel
containing a large amount of ethanol should not be used. Your vehicle can use gaso-
line mixed with 10% max ethanol. The use of fuel with more than 10% ethanol content
(E10) will damage the vehicle’s fuel system. You must ensure that refueling is carried
out only from a source where fuel specification and quality can be guaranteed. In case
of any doubt, ask any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
●Do not use the methanol blended gasoline such as M15, M85, M100. The use of gas-
oline containing methanol may cause engine damage or failure.