oil filter Lexus IS220d 2012 Owner's Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS250/220d/200d_EE
CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low.
Add washer fluid.
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.
Check the level of
engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may
appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a
level surface and
check to see if the
message disappears.
(IS220d and IS200d)
Indicates that the engine
oil and oil filter should
be changed.
Check and change the
engine oil and oil filter
by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly quali-
fied and equipped pro-
fessional.
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-
crash safety system is
not currently functional.
• Clean the grille and
the sensor.
• Wait until the pre-
crash safety system
cools down.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifica-
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Lubrication system
IS250
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 min-
utes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Lexus
recommends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
Another motor oil of matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade:
0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving”,
SN “Resource-Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
15W-40 and 20W-50:
API grade SL, SM or SN multigrade engine oil
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference*)
With filter
Without filter
6.3 L (6.6 qt., 5.5 Imp. qt.)
5.9 L (6.2 qt., 5.2 Imp. qt.)

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6-1. Specifications
IS250/220d/200d_EEIS220d and IS200d
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 min-
utes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Lexus
recommends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
Another motor oil of matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade: ACEA C2
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference*)
With filter
Without filter
6.0 L (6.3 qt., 5.3 Imp. qt.)
5.2 L (5.5 qt., 4.6 Imp. qt.)
NOTICE
Using engine oil other than ACEA C2 may damage the catalytic converter.

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Alphabetical index
IS250/220d/200d_EE
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................467
Open door ............................470
Seat belt reminder .................470
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .........468
Brake assist system...............468
Brake system ........................467
Charging system ...................468
Electric power steering warning
light ....................................468
Electronic engine control
system.................................468
Fuel filter warning light........468
Low fuel level .......................470
Malfunction indicator lamp ..468
Master warning light ............470
Open door .............................470
Pre-crash safety system ........468
Pretensioners ........................468
Seat belt reminder light ........470
SRS airbags ..........................468Warning messages
Dynamic radar cruise
control ....................... 475, 477
Engine oil level .................... 477
Engine oil maintenance ....... 477
Engine oil pressure .............. 475
Hood .................................... 477
Lexus parking assist
sensor......................... 475, 477
Moon roof ............................ 477
Open door ............................ 477
Parking brake ....................... 477
Pre-crash safety system 475, 477
Smart entry & start system .. 482
Steering lock ........................ 475
Trunk ................................... 477
Washer fluid ........................ 477
Washer
Checking .............................. 420
Preparing and checking
before winter ..................... 239
Switch .................................. 191
Washing and waxing ................ 388
Weight ...................................... 534
Wheels ...................................... 428
Window glasses ......................... 85
Window lock switch ................... 85
Windows
Power windows...................... 85
Rear window defogger......... 265
Washer ................................. 191W

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 402Trunk opener
P. 6 3Fuel filler door
P. 9 2
Hood lock release lever
P. 4 0 2Fuel filler door opener
P. 9 2Tire inflation pressure
P. 5 4 8
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)65 L (17.2 gal., 14.3 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeP. 94, 538
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 548
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference)
L (qt., Imp.
qt.)
With filter IS250: 6.3 (6.6, 5.5)
IS220d and IS200d: 6.0 (6.3, 5.3)
Without filter IS250: 5.9 (6.2
, 5.2)
IS220d and IS200d: 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Engine oil typeToyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent P. 539