oil type Lexus ES300 1992 Engine

ENGINE
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SPECIFICATIONS
− GENERAL
Model
Type
Bore and stroke
Displacement
Valve clearance (engine cold)
Intake
Exhaust
Drive belt tension
3VZ − FE
6 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline
87.5 mm x 82 mm (3.44 in. x 3 23 in.)
2959 cm
3 (180.5 cu.in.)
0.13 − 0.23 mm (0.005 − 0.009 in.)
0.27 − 0.37 mm (0.011 − 0.015 in.)
Automatic adjustment
− LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Oil capacity
Dry fill
Drain and refill
with filter
without filter
Oil grade (API):
5.0 L (5.3 qt., 4.4 Imp.qt.)
4.3 L (4.5 qt., 3.8 Imp.qt.)
4.1 L (4.3 qt., 3.6 Imp.gt.)
SG (Energy-Conserving II multigrade engine oil is
recommended)

ENGINE
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Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):
− COOLING SYSTEM
Capacity
Coolant type
8.5 L (9.0 qt., 7 5 Imp qt.)
Ethylene-glycol coolant (Do not use alcohol type.)
− FUEL
Research octane number
91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher (Only UNLEADED)
− IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plug− Make NIPPONDENSO
NGK
− Gap
PQ20R
BCPR6EP-11
1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
− ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery− Specific gravity reading at 20
C (68
F):
1.280 Fully charged
1.180 Half charged
1.080 Discharged

ENGINE
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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
LEVEL
Low line
Add oilO.K.Too full
Full line
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off,
check the oil level on the dipstick.
1. To get a true reading, the vehicle should be on a level spot.
After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to
drain back into the bottom of the engine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, and wipe it clean with a rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstick and push it in as far as it will go, or the
reading will not be correct.
4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on the end. If it
is between the full line and the low line, it is O.K
If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low line,
add engine oil of the same types as already in the engine.
Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil a little at a time,
checking the dipstick. The appropriate quantity of oil needed
to fill between the low line and the full line on the dipstick is
indicated below for reference.
When the level reaches within the correct range, return the
filler cap and turn the cap clockwise until you hear a click.
Oil quantity. L (qt., Imp. qt.) 1.1 (1.2, 1.0)
NOTICE:
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick once again after
adding the oil.

ENGINE
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Engine oil selection
Use API grade SG, Energy-Conserving II multigrade engine
oil. Recommended viscosity is as follows.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
CHECKING THE ENGINE
COOLANT LEVEL
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Look at the see-through coolant reservoir tank. The
coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the tank. If the level is low, add
ethylene-glycol type coolant.
The coolant level in the reservoir tank will vary with engine
temperature. However, if the level is on or below the “LOW”
line, add coolant to bring the level up to the “FULL” line.
Use only ethylene-glycol type coolant. For information on
ethylene-glycol coolant, see also “Coolant type selection” on
page 170.
If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing,
there may be a leak in the system. Visually check the radiator,
hoses, radiator cap, drain cocks, and water pump.