oil temperature Lexus GS450h 2008 Using other driving systems / LEXUS 2008 GS450H OWNER'S MANUAL (OM30A96U)

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust manifold,
etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily , such as paper or rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flam-
mable.
■When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the “POWER” switch is OFF. 
With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automatically
start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. 
(  P. 4 2 8 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or fall ing material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in the eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to
dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

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■Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 5W-30 oil is not available,
SAE 10W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil
change.
■How to read oil container labels
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
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Vehicle specifications
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Lubrication system
Oil viscosity:
● 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 as 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 condition.
Oil capacity 
(drain and refill)With filter: 6.6 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 Imp.qt.)
Without filter: 6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 Imp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosity
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent to satisfy the grade and viscosity shown
below.
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Alphabetical index
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DoorsDoor lock................................ 35, 47, 50
Rear door child protector .................. 51
Driver’s seat belt reminder light .....493
Driver’s seat position memory ...........60
Driving Correct posture .................................... 93
Procedures .............................................128
DVD player/changer.......................... 266
Electric power steering ..................... 200
Electronic key If the electronic key does 
not operate properly ......................531
Replacing battery .............................. 454
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ................491
If a warning message is displayed ........................................... 500
If the electronic key does 
not operate properly ......................531
If the hybrid system 
will not start .......................................528
If the shift lever cannot be  shifted from “P”................................ 529
If the 12 volt battery is 
discharged ....................................... 534
If you have a flat tire ............... 517, 527
If you lose your keys.........................530
If you think something is 
wrong .................................................. 488
If your vehicle becomes stuck.......541
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed ................................................... 482
If your vehicle overheats ................538
Energy monitor......................................... 27 Engine
ACCESSORY mode .....................139
Compartment ..................................... 420
Hood ......................................................... 417
How to start the 
hybrid system..................................... 138
If the hybrid system 
will not start ....................................... 528
Overheating ........................................ 538
Power (ignition) switch .................... 138
Engine compartment cover ............... 421
Engine coolant temperature 
gauge ...................................................... 148
Engine/power control unit coolant Capacity ................................................ 548
Checking................................................ 427
Preparing and checking 
before winter...................................... 215
Engine oil Capacity .................................................547
Checking................................................ 422
Preparing and checking 
before winter...................................... 215
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 425
Event data recorder ............................ 489
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 375
Floor mats ................................................ 374
Fluid Brake ........................................................429
Washer....................................................434
Fog lights Switch .......................................................... 161
Wattage ................................................. 552
Foot light .................................................. 352
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Instrument panel light control........... 149
Interior lightsInterior lights......................................... 353
Wattage.................................................. 552
Intuitive parking assist .......................... 180
Jack Positioning a floor jack..................... 418
Replacing the wheel........................... 517
Jack handle ............................................... 517
Keyless entry.............................................. 47
Keys If the electronic key does 
not operate properly ......................531
If you lose your keys.........................530
Key number plate ................................. 33
Keys ............................................................. 33
Mechanical key...................................... 33
Power (ignition) switch.................... 138
Wireless remote control key ...........47
Lexus Link System ................................387
Light bulbs Replacing ............................................... 474
Wattage.................................................. 552
Light sensitive optitron meter ........... 150
Lights Fog light switch ...................................... 161
Headlights switch ............................... 158
Interior lights list.................................. 352
Replacing light bulbs........................ 474
Turn signal lever ...................................146
Vanity lights .......................................... 363
Wattage.................................................. 552 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance........... 414
General maintenance....................... 410
Maintenance data ............................. 544
Maintenance requirements.......... 408
Meter Instrument panel light control ....... 149
Meters....................................................... 148
Micro dust and pollen filter .............. 236
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ....................... 74
Side mirror heater............................. 240
Side mirrors.............................................. 75
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 363
Moon roof................................................... 80
MP3 disc.................................................. 262
Multi-information display ................... 155
Odometer ................................................ 148
Oil Engine oil................................................ 422
Opener Fuel filler door ........................................ 83
Hood ......................................................... 417
Trunk........................................................... 55
Outer foot lights.................................... 352
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding .......................... 75
Mirror position memory ................... 60
Outside temperature 
display .................................................... 365
Overhead console ...............................358
Overheating, Engine ..........................538
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