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Maintenance and care
Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperat ure and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground . After turning off the engine wait
a few 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.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
Full
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STEP3
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■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 th e 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 until you hear a click.
Oil gradeILSAC multigrade engine oil
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warning indicates the po ssibility of damage to the vehicle
that may lead to an ac cident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Lexus dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by y our Lexus dealer immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
while the engine is running.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates an abnormal level of engine oil pressure.
This warning light may turn on if the level of engine oil
declines. The light should turn off after checking the oil and
adding oil if necessary.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampMalfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning lightMalfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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Alphabetical index
Electronic modulated suspension .. 129
Emergency, in case ofIf a warning light turns on .............. 347
If the engine will not start........................................................ 367
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................368
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................................... 370
If you have a flat tire .........................356
If you lose your keys.........................369
If you think something is wrong ................................................... 343
If your vehicle becomes stuck..... 375
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................338
If your vehicle overheats ................ 373
Engine Compartment ..................................... 287
Hood........................................................286
How to start the engine..................... 95
If the engine will not start........................................................ 367
Overheating......................................... 373
Engine compartment cover ............ 288
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 103
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 382
Checking ............................................... 294
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................146
Engine immobilizer system.................. 49 Engine oil
Capacity .................................................. 381
Checking............................................... 289
Preparing and checking before winter...................................... 146
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 292
Event data recorder ............................ 345
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 246
Flat key .............................................................2
Floor mats ................................................ 244
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 296
Power steering ....................................297
Washer..................................................... 301
Fog lights Switch .......................................................... 113
Wattage ................................................. 386
Foot light .................................................. 225
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ...................................... 351
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................ 69
Front seats Adjustment ................................................ 13
Driving position memory .................. 24
Front turn signal lights Wattage ................................................. 386
Fuel Capacity ................................................380
Fuel gauge .............................................. 103
Gas station information ................... 416
Information ........................................... 387
Refueling ....................................................46
Fuel filler door ........................................... 46
Fuses ............................................................321E
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Warning buzzersSeat belt reminder .............................. 351
Warning lights “AIRBAG ON/OFF” indicators..............................................106
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ... 349
Brake system ........................................347
Charging system ............................... 348
Downhill assist control indicator................................................106
Engine oil replacement reminder light...................................350
Height control indicator...................106
Low engine oil pressure ................ 348
Low fuel level.......................................350
Low washer fluid................................350
Malfunction indicator lamp .......... 348
Open door ...........................................350
Seat belt reminder light .................... 351
SRS airbags .......................................... 348
Tire pressure warning light............. 351
Unengaged “P” .................................. 349
“VSC TRAC” ...................................... 349
Warning reflector holder...................246
Washer Checking .................................................301
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 146
Switch .......................................................... 114
Washing and waxing ........................... 272
Weight Cargo capacity ....................................140
Load limits ............................................... 144
Weight .................................................... 378 Wheels ....................................................... 313
Window glasses ........................................41
Window lock switch .................................41
Windows
Power windows ....................................... 41
Rear window defogger.................... 169
Washer ...................................................... 114
Windshield wipers ...................................... 114
Winter driving tips ................................. 146
Wireless remote control Locking/Unlocking ................................ 4
Replacing the battery.........................317
WMA disc ................................................ 188W