Oil Lexus GS350 2009 Owner's Guide

5
When trouble arises
525
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
The radar cruise control
system is unable to judge
vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance.
• Turn the mode select switch to either the nor-
mal or power mode.
• If the windshield wipers are on, turn them off or
set them to either the
intermittent or the slow
mode.
(If equipped, flashing)
Yo u r v e h i c l e i s n e a r i n g
the vehicle ahead (in
radar cruise mode).Slow the vehicle by apply-
ing the brakes.
■After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. ( →P. 4 2 9 )
■Approach warning message
In the following instances, there is the possibility that the approach warning will not
activate even when the vehicle-to-vehicle distance decreases.
●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or the
vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle.
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at very low speed.
●Immediately after cruise control speed is set.
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed.
GS_U_G.book Page 525 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

538
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle
suddenly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do no t use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greate r than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
■Replacing a flat tire
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
●Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts. Oil and grease may
cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, leading to bolt or disc wheel
damage. In addition, the oil or grease can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the
wheel may fall off, causing a serious accident. Remove any oil or grease from the
wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
●Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5
kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and the wheels
may fall off, which could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
GS_U_G.book Page 538 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

Vehicle specifications6
557
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 20, 2009 4:34 pm
6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .............. 558
Fuel information ..................... 573
Tire information....................... 576
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 589
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .................... 595
GS_U_G.book Page 557 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

558
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
*: Unladen vehicle
Overall length190.7 in. (4845 mm)
Overall width71.6 in. (1820 mm)
Overall height *2WD56.1 in. (1425 mm)
4WD56.4 in. (1435 mm)
Wheelbase112.2 in. (2850 mm)
Tr e a d
Front60.4 in. (1535 mm)
Rear
2WD
4WD
60.6 in. (1540 mm)
60.4 in. (1535 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)815 lb. (370 kg)
GS_U_G.book Page 558 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

562
6-1. Specifications
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
Lubrication systemGS460
■ 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 follow-
ing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20
SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil
may be used. However, SAE 0W-
20 is the best choice for good fuel
economy and good starting in cold
weather.
The 0W 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 20 in 0W-20 indicates the oil viscosity 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 conditions.
Oil capacity
Drain and refill
(Reference)
With filter
Without filter
9.1 q t . ( 8 .6 L , 7.6 I m p .q t . )
8.9 qt. (8.4 L, 7.4 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature
GS_U_G.book Page 562 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

563
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Com-
mittee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
GS_U_G.book Page 563 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

564
6-1. Specifications
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
GS350
■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 follow-
ing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30
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 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil
change.
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 viscos ity 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 conditions.
Oil capacity
Drain and refill
(Reference)
With filter
Without filter
2WD4WD
6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 Imp.qt.)
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 Imp.qt.)6.7 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp.qt.)
6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature
GS_U_G.book Page 564 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

565
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Com-
mittee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
GS_U_G.book Page 565 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

567
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
Electrical system
Differential
Rear differential: “Toyota Genuine Di fferential Gear Oil” is filled in your
Lexus vehicle at factory fill. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differen-
tial Gear Oil” or an equivalent of ma tching quality to satisfy the above spec-
ification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
12 volt battery
Specific gravity reading at
68°F (20 °C):1.250  1.290 Fully charged
1.160  1.200 Half charged
1.060  1.100 Discharged
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
GS_U_G.book Page 567 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM

583
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
GS_G_U (OM30B43U)
April 27, 2009 10:48 am
Tire related termMeaning
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, 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 speci-
fied 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 installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously
considered 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
GS_U_G.book Page 583 Monday, April 27, 2009 10:50 AM