engine oil Lexus ES300h 2017 User Guide

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4557-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situations,
oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oil
maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example direct ly after purchasing the vehicle or after
replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving while accel-
erating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
■After changing the engine oil
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Press or of the meter control switch, select .
Press or of the meter control switch, select “Vehicle Setting” and then press
.
Press or of the meter control switch, select “Oil Maintenance” and then press
.
Select the “Yes” and press .
A message will be displayed when the reset
procedure has been completed.
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WA R N I N G
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harm
ful contaminants which may cause skin dis-
orders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid pro-
longed and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filter s only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of
used oil and filters in household tras h, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning
recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

5138-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is shown (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance on the
maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (80 00 km) after the message has been reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the maintenance is
performed ( →P. 4 4 1 )
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement” for
the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed. (The indicator will not work
properly unless the oil maintenance data has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if necessary. After changing the engine oil, the oil
change system should be reset. ( →P. 4 5 5 )
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Your Dealer” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil should be change d. (After the engine oil is changed and the
oil maintenance data has been reset.)
Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by your Lexus dealer. After changing the
engine oil, the oil change system should be reset. ( →P. 4 5 5 )
■If “Power Turned Off to Save Battery” is shown
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the hybrid system, operate the hybrid system for approximately
5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery.
■If “Forward Camera System Unavailable” or “Forward Camera System Unavailable
Clean Windshield” is displayed. (if equipped)
The following systems may be suspended un til the problem shown in the message is
resolved.
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)
●Dynamic radar cruise control
●Automatic High Beam
■When a message that indicates the need for the shift lever operation is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi-
information display. In that case, follow the instruction of the message and shift the shift
lever.
■If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi-info rmation display is malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

5148-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
●If the following message is shown, following the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” (→P. 5 3 3 )
●If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
• “Check Access System with Elec. Key”
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
●If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place”
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an audio sound.

ES300h_OM_OM33C75U_(U)
5439-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engineoil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hy brid system, wait more than 5 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
Hybrid battery (Traction battery)
Ty p eNickel-metal hydride battery
Vo l t a g e7. 2 V/m o d u l e
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity34 modules
Overall voltage244.8 V
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference
*)
With filter4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp.qt.)
Without filter4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)

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ifications
■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 following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good start-
ing in cold weather.
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.
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 viscosity 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 label:
The International Lubricant Specifi-
cation Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is added
to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
Outside temperature

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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of hybrid transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able as factory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of in stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code

594Alphabetical index
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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer
sounds................................................. 505
If a warning light turns on.............. 505
If a warning message is displayed ........................................... 511
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .........................................529
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 527
If the hybrid system will not start ............................................... 525
If you have a flat tire ........................... 515
If you think something is wrong.............................................. 504
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................................... 537
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 499
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ......................................500
If your vehicle overheats ............... 533
Emergency flashers ............................. 498
Energy monitor .........................................97 Engine
Accessory mode .................................169
Compartment .......................................451
Hood........................................................ 449
How to start the hybrid system ................................................... 168
Identification number ....................... 542
Ignition switch (power switch) ..... 168
Overheating.........................................533
Power switch. ....................................... 168
Engine compartment cover..............452
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................545
Checking ............................................... 457
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 284
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 86
Engine oil Capacity ................................................. 543
Checking ............................................... 453
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 284

599Alphabetical index
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MirrorsInside rear view mirror ..................... 140
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ...........................................392
Outside rear view mirrors ...............142
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 409
Moon roof Door lock linked
moon roof operation ..................... 149
Jam protection function ................... 149
Operation ............................................... 148
MP3 disc
*............................................... 322
Multi-information display ....................... 91 Drive information .................................. 92
Dynamic radar cruise control...... 226
Energy monitor ...................................... 97
Language .............................................. 564
Switching the display........................... 92
Trip information ..................................... 87
Warning message ................................ 511
Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle ....................... 8 Odometer .................................................. 86
Oil
Engine oil ............................................... 543
Opener Hood........................................................ 449
Trunk ............................................................114
Ornament lights ................................... 400
Outer foot lights Outer foot lights ................................ 400
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 495
Wattage .................................................548
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ........................ 142
Blind spot monitor ............................ 268
Linked mirror function
when reversing.................................. 143
Mirror position memory ................. 130
Outside rear view mirror defoggers............................ 392
Outside temperature display ............. 86
Overheating........................................... 533
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*: For vehicles with navigation system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Auxiliary catch leverTrunk openerFuel filler door
P. 449 P. 114 P. 196
Hood lock release leverFuel filler door openerTi r e i n f l a t i o n p r e s s u r e
P. 449 P. 196 P. 547
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 17.0 gal. (64.35 L, 14.2 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type
Unleaded gasoline only P. 542
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 5 4 7
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 4.6 (4.4, 3.9)
Without filter 4.2 (4.0, 3.5)
Engine oil type “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
P. 5 4 3