oil viscosity Lexus IS250 2006 Quick Guide / LEXUS 2006 IS350/250 THROUGH APRIL 2006 PROD. OWNER'S MANUAL (OM53508U)

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■Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE
10W-30 may be used. However, it
should be replaced with SAE 5W-
30 at the next oil change.
■How to read oil container labels
Some oil containers are labeled wi th ILSAC certification marks that
help you to select the proper oil.
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change.

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Maintenance and care
■Engine oil consumption
●The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the quality of
the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
●More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and fre-
quent acceleration and deceleration.
●A new engine consumes more oil.
●When judging the amount of oil consumpt ion, keep in mind that the oil may
have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accurately.
●Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qt./600 miles (1.0 L per 1000
km)
●If you consume more than 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 lmp.qt.) every 600 miles (1000 km),
contact your Lexus dealer.
■Changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
To reset the oil change system, follow the procedure below:
1. Turn the engine switch OFF.
2. While pressing the trip meter reset knob ( P. 100), set the engine switch to the
IG-ON mode. Continue to press and hold the knob until the trip meter displays
000000.
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin
disorders such as inflammati on or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid
prolonged 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 dis-
pose of used oil and filters in househol d trash, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, service station or auto parts store for information con-
cerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.

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Vehicle specifications
Lubrication system
*: 5W-30 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency.
Oil viscosity
●5W oils are for use in areas where the ambient temperature is -3F (-25C) or
above. "10W" oils are for areas where the ambient temperature is -4
F (-20C)
or above. Oils with smaller figures are better for engine starting in cold weather
and fuel efficiency.
● XX-30 indicates oil viscosity. Oils with higher numbers have better sta-
bility at higher temperatures and are good for high-speed driving.
IS250IS350
Oil capacity
(drain and refill)
with filter
2WD models
AWD models
6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 lmp.qt.)
6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.7 lmp.qt.)6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 lmp.qt.)

without filter
2WD models
AWD models
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 lmp.qt.)
6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 lmp.qt.)6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 lmp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multi-grade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosity
Use Lexus approved "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or
equivalent to satisfy the above grade and viscosity.
Temperature range anticipated before
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Differential
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C):12.6 12.8 Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 Half charged
11.8 
12.0 Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
key is removed with all the lights turned
off)
Charging rates5A max.
Oil capacity
Front0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.61 lmp.qt.)
Rear
IS350:
1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 lmp.qt.)
IS250 (2WD models): 1.20 qt. (1.15 L, 1.01 lmp.qt.)
IS250 (AWD models): 1.10 qt. (1.05 L, 0.92 lmp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosity
IS250 (2WD) with
limited slip differential
and IS250 (AWD)Hypoid gear oil API GL-5 Above 0 F (-18 C): SAE90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE80W
or SAE80W-90
Others
Toyota Genuine Differential
Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5,
Toyota Genuine Differential
Synthetic Gear Oil or equivalent

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Automatic Transmission
Manual transmission
Clutch
IS350IS250 (2WD)IS250 (AWD)
Fluid capacity
Drain and refill1.8 qt.
(1.7 L, 1.5 lmp.qt.)1.6 qt.
(1.5 L, 1.4 lmp.qt.)2.8 qt.
(2.7 L, 2.4 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than "Toyota Genuine ATF WS" may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibra-
tion, and ultimately dama ge the automatic transmis sion of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil typeAPI GL-4 or GL-5
Recommended gear oil viscositySAE75W-90
Clutch free play0.2  0.6 in. (5  15 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 2 5 8Trunk openerP. 1 9Fuel filler door P. 4 7
Hood lock release lever P. 2 5 8Fuel filler door opener P. 4 7Tire inflation pressureP. 3 7 8
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65L, 14.3 lmp.gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 48, 372
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 3 7 8
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
IS250 IS250
(2WD models) (AWD models) IS350
With filler 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.8 (6.4, 5.7) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Without filler 6.2 (5.9
, 5.2)6.3 (6.0, 5.3) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2)
Engine oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 373
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE-5W-30