checking oil Lexus GS450h 2009 Owner's Manual
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■Installing the clips
Push up center portion
Insert
Press
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After turning off the hybrid sys-
tem, wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the
bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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Maintenance and care
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Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.Low
Full
■ Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as already in the
engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.STEP6
Engine oil selection→ P. 5 6 7
Oil quantity
(Low → Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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Alphabetical index
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DoorsDoor lock.................................. 39, 51, 54
Rear door child protector ................ 55
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ...... 512
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 66
Driving
Correct posture .................................... 101
Procedures ............................................ 138
DVD player/changer..........................283
Electric power steering ....................... 214
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ................... 550
Replacing battery ...............................472
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ............... 510
If a warning message is displayed ............................................. 519
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ................... 550
If the hybrid system
will not start ....................................... 547
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P”................................548
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged .......................................553
If you have a flat tire ............ 536, 546
If you lose your keys.........................549
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 507
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 560
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................................... 501
If your vehicle overheats ................ 557
Energy monitor......................................... 29 Engine
ACCESSORY mode .....................149
Compartment ..................................... 438
Hood ....................................................... 435
How to start the hybrid system..................................... 148
If the hybrid system will not start ........................................547
Overheating ........................................ 557
Power (ignition) switch .................... 148
Engine compartment cover ............. 439
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................................... 159
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................................ 569
Checking................................................444
Preparing and checking before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 567
Checking............................................... 440
Preparing and checking
before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 442
Enhanced vehicle stability control .....................................................214
Event data recorder ............................508
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 392
Floor mats ..................................................391
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 446
Washer..................................................... 451
Fog lights
Switch .........................................................172
Wattage ..................................................573
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