Lexus GS350 2008 Using the audio system / LEXUS 2008 GS460/350 OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30A87U)
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Vehicle identificationThe vehicle identification number (VIN ) is the legal identifier for your 
vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used 
in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left  of the instrument panel and in the 
engine compartment.
This number is also on the Certifi-
cation Label. 
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■Engine number
GS460
GS350
The engine number is stamped on the location as shown.  
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Engine
Fuel
 GS460GS350
Model1UR-FSE2GR-FSE
Ty p e8-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70  3.27 in. (94.0   83.0 mm)
Displacement281.2 cu.in. (4608 cm3)210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity18.7 gal. (71 L, 15.6 Imp.gal.) 
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Lubrication systemGS460
Oil viscosity:
● The 0W portion of the o il viscosity rating 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 oil viscosi ty when the oil is at its operating 
temperature. An oil with a higher  viscosity may be better suited if the 
vehicle is operated at high speeds,  or under extreme load condition.
Oil capacity
(drain and refill)With filter: 9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp.qt.)
Without filter: 8.9 qt. (8.4 L, 7.4 Imp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multi-grade engine oil
Recommended oil 
viscosity
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or 
equivalent to satisfy the grade and viscosity shown 
below.
Outside temperature 
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GS350
Oil viscosity:
● The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating 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 oil viscosity when the oil is as its operating 
temperature. An oil with a higher  viscosity may be better suited if the 
vehicle is operated at high speeds,  or under extreme load condition.
2WD4WD
Oil capacity 
(drain and refill)
with filter   
without filter6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 lmp.qt.)
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 lmp.qt.)6.7 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp.qt.)
6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 Imp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil 
viscosity
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or 
equivalent to satisfy the grade and viscosity shown 
below. 
Outside temperature 
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Cooling system
Ignition system
CapacityGS46011.7 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.)
GS3509.6 qt. (9.1 L, 8.0 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use 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.
Spark plug
Make DENSOFK20HBR11
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do  not adjust gap when tuning engine. 
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Electrical system
Differential
Rear differential: “Toyota Genuine Diff erential Gear Oil” is filled in your 
Lexus vehicle at factory fill. Use Lexu s approved “Toyota Genuine Differen-
tial Gear Oil” or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above spec-
ification. Please contact your  Lexus dealer for further details.
12 volt battery
Open voltage at 
 68F (20 C):12.6   12.8V Fully charged 
12.2  12.4V Half charged 
11.8   12.0V Discharged 
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after 
the engine and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
GS460/
GS350 (2WD)GS350 (4WD)
FrontRear
Oil capacity1.42 qt.
(1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)0.73 qt.
(0.70 L, 0.61 Imp.qt.)1.42 qt.
(1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and 
viscosity
Toyota Genuine Dif-
ferential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or 
equivalent
Hypoid gear oil API 
GL-5
Above 0°F (-18°C): 
SAE 90
Below 0°F (-18°C): 
SAE 80W or SAE 
80W-90
Toyota Genuine Dif-
ferential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or 
equivalent 
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Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, 
contact your Lexus dealer.
Fluid capacity *
GS46011.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp.qt.)
GS350 (2WD) 8.4 qt. (7.9 L, 7.0 Imp.qt.)
GS350 (4WD) 10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may 
cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your automatic transmission 
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of 
your vehicle. 
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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 200 N (20.4 kgf, 45 lbf) while the engine is running.
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2: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 500 N (51.0 kgf, 112  lbf) while the engine is running.
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3: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf,  67.4 lbf).
Steering
Pe d a l  c l e a r a n c e GS460 *12.9 in. (74 mm) Min.
GS350 *22.6 in. (65 mm) Min.
Pedal free play GS460Less than 0.08 in. (2.0 mm)
GS3500.04 0.08 in. (1.0 2.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *37  9 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm) 
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Tires and wheelsTy p e  A
Ti r e  s i z e245/40R18 93Y, P245/40R18 93V, 
245/40ZR18, T155/70D17 110M (spare)
Front and rear tire inflation 
pressure
(Recommended cold  tire inflation 
pressure)
Driving under normal conditions 
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 
km/h) (in countries where such speeds are per-
mitted by law) Add 9 psi (60 kPa, 0.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the 
front tires and rear tires. Never exceed the 
maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated 
on the tire sidewall.
Spare tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold  tire inflation 
pressure)
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size18   8 J, 17   4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)