oil pressure Lexus ES350 2012 Owner's Manual

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2-5. Driving information
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
● Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific gravity of
battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
●Tire inflation pressure falls in winter as the outside temperature
falls. Add 2.9 to 4.3 psi (20 to 30 kPa, 0.2 to 0.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
to the standard tire inflation pressure.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (→P. 3 7 9 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→ P. 4 0 9 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Tire inflation pressure ( →P. 399)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Headlight aim ( →P. 4 1 8 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Power steering fluid
level ( →P. 3 8 5 )
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON II or III
•Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser ( →P. 3 8 4 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( →P. 3 8 9 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning message is displayed
Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails
(U.S.A)
(Canada) (Flashing)
Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure.A buzzer also sounds.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning message turns on again after performing the fol-
lowing actions, contact your Lexus dealer.

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Alphabetical index
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Warning messagesDynamic radar
cruise control .......................450, 452
Engine oil level .................................... 452
Engine oil maintenance.................. 452
Engine oil pressure........................... 449
Hood ....................................................... 452
Intuitive parking assist
sensor ......................................450, 452
Moon roof............................................. 452
Open door ........................................... 452
Parking brake ...................................... 452
Pre-collision system .............450, 452
Smart access system with
push-button start............................ 458
Steering lock ........................................ 450
Trunk ........................................................ 452
Washer fluid......................................... 452 Washer
Checking .............................................. 389
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 196
Switch........................................................ 156
Washing and waxing .......................... 358
Weight Cargo capacity .....................................192
Load limits .............................................. 195
Weight.................................................... 486
Wheels ......................................................403
Window glasses ...................................... 70
Window lock switch ............................... 70
Windows Power windows ..................................... 70
Rear window defogger.....................213
Washer .................................................... 156
Windshield wipers
Position..................................................... 199
Windshield wipers ............................. 156
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery.......................407
Wireless remote control key ..........40
WMA disc* .............................................. 231
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 3 74Trunk openerP. 4 6Fuel filler door P. 7 8
Hood lock release lever P. 3 74Fuel filler door openerP. 7 8Tire inflation pressureP. 4 9 3
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)18.5 gal. (70L, 15.4 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only P. 79, 488
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 4 9 3
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference)qt. (L, Imp. qt.)
Without filter 6.0 (5.7
, 5.0)With filter 6.4 (6.1, 5.3)
Engine oil type
Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 489
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30