adding oil Lexus IS250 2011 Owner's Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS350/250_U
ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (→P. 3 8 9 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→ P. 4 2 3 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Tire inflation pressure ( →P. 4 1 2 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Headlight aim ( →P. 4 3 7 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser
(→ P. 3 9 4 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( →P. 399)
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS350/250_U■
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 by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection→ P. 5 1 2
Oil quantity
(Low → Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3