engine oil Lexus GS350 2011 Owner's Guide

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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.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)
Wi th f il ter
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

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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 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.
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.

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Electrical system
Differential
Rear differential: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differen-
tial Gear Oil” at the factory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differ-
ential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above
specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
12 volt battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8V Fully charged
12.2  12.4V Half charged
11.8  12.0V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5A max.
GS460/
GS350 (2WD)GS350 (4WD)
FrontRear
Oil capacity1.42 qt.
(1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)0.74 qt.
(0.70 L, 0.61 Imp.qt.)1.42 qt.
(1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and
viscosity
To y o t a G e n u i n e D i f -
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
To y o t a G e n u i n e D i f -
ferential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or
equivalent

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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire 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 man-
ufacturer
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

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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Intuitive parking assist
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 5 5 3
Engine oil maintenance
data•After changing engine oilP. 4 5 3
Ti r e p r e s s u r e w a r n i n g
system
• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling speed
or load weight, etc.
•When changing the tire size.
P. 4 6 5
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
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Engine coolantCapacity................................................. 592
Checking ............................................... 455
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 218
Engine oil
Capacity................................................ 588
Checking ................................................. 451
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 218
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 453
Engine (ignition) switch ....................... 133
Enhanced vehicle stability control ..................................................... 199
Event data recorder ............................ 532
First-aid kit storage belt..................... 408
Floor mats................................................ 406
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 457
Washer ................................................... 462
Fog lights
Switch ....................................................... 158
Wattage .................................................598
Foot light .................................................. 382
Front passenger occupant classification system ..........................104
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ......................................537
Front seats
Adjustment .............................................. 53
Driver’s seat position memory ...... 55
Front turn signal lights Wattage .................................................598 Fuel
Capacity ................................................ 587
Fuel gauge.............................................. 145
Gas station information ..................652
Information ........................................... 599
Refueling.................................................... 82
Fuel door ..................................................... 82
Fuel filler door ........................................... 82
Fuses ..........................................................484
Garage door opener ............................. 411
Gas station information...................... 652
Gauges ...................................................... 145
Glove box ................................................ 387
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) .......................... 332
Head restraints .........................................60
Headlight aim ........................................ 509
Headlight cleaner .................................. 164
Headlights Adaptive front lighting system...... 156
Discharge headlights precautions......................................... 518
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Switch........................................................ 155
Wattage................................................. 598
Heaters
Seat heaters ......................................... 400
Side mirror.............................................255
Hill-start assist control ......................... 199
Hood .......................................................... 445
Hooks Cargo ..................................................... 408
Shopping bag ..................................... 408
Horn ............................................................ 144
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Noise from under the vehicle ..............18
Odometer ................................................. 145
OilEngine oil .................................................451
Opener
Fuel filler door ........................................ 82
Hood ....................................................... 445
Trunk........................................................... 48
Outer foot lights ................................... 382
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding .......................... 73
Mirror position memory ................... 55
Outside temperature
display .......................................... 154, 396
Overhead console .............................. 389
Overheating, Engine .......................... 578
Parking brake .......................................... 143
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Switch ........................................................155
Wattage .................................................598
Personal lights ....................................... 384
Portable music player ........................ 328
Power outlet ........................................... 399
Power windows.........................................75
Pre-collision system ............................ 206 Radar cruise control ............................. 169
Radiator .................................................... 457
Radio .......................................................... 260
Radio data system ................................ 262
Rear sunshade .......................................403
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 512
Wattage................................................. 598
Rear view monitor system.................. 194
Rear window defogger ......................255
Replacing Electronic key battery ......................482
Fuses........................................................ 484
Light bulbs .............................................. 512
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners .......................................... 624
Safety Connect...................................... 422
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ........................ 63
Automatic locking retractor ............66
Child restraint system
installation.............................................. 113
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts .....................................434
Emergency locking retractor..........66
How to wear your seat belt ............. 63
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................................66
Pre-collision seat belts .......................65
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .........................66
Reminder light .................................... 536
Seat belt extenders .............................. 67
Seat belt pretensioners ......................65N
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Warning messagesAnti-lock brake system...................535
Brake assist ...........................................535
Charging system ............................... 534
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................... 547
Engine oil level ................................... 550
Engine oil maintenance ................... 551
Engine oil pressure ........................... 544
Headlight ...............................................545
Hood........................................................549
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 546, 551, 553
Moon roof ............................................ 550
Open door ...........................................549
Parking brake ..................................... 550
Pre-collision system .............. 546, 551
Rear lights system.............................. 545
Smart access system with push-button start ............................ 554
Steering lock ...............535, 545, 556
Trunk ....................................................... 550
VGRS......................................................548
Washer fluid ........................................ 550 Washer
Checking................................................462
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 218
Switch ........................................................ 159
Washing and waxing........................... 430
Weight Cargo capacity .................................... 213
Load limits................................................217
Weight .................................................... 584
Wheels .......................................................477
Window glasses ...................................... 43
Window lock switch ............................... 43
Windows Power windows .....................................75
Rear window defogger .................. 255
Washer..................................................... 159
Windshield wipers
Position................................................... 220
Windshield wipers.............................. 159
Windshield wiper de-icer ................. 256
Winter driving tips................................. 218
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking................................41
Replacing the battery ...................... 482
WMA disc ............................................... 276

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 4 4 5
Trunk opener
P. 4 8
Fuel filler door
P. 8 2
Hood lock release lever
P. 4 4 5
Fuel filler door opener
P. 8 2
Tire inflation pressure
P. 5 9 6
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)18.7 gal. (71 L, 15.6 Imp.gal.)
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline onlyP. 83, 587
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 5 9 6
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)
With filter
Without filter
qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
GS460 GS350 (2WD) GS350 (4WD)
9.1 (8.6, 7.6) 6.6 (6.3, 5.5) 6.7 (6.4, 5.6)
8.9 (8.4, 7.4) 6.2 (5.9, 5.2) 6.3 (6.0, 5.3)
Engine oil type“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 588