adding oil Lexus IS350 2012 Quick Guide / LEXUS 2012 IS250,IS350 OWNERS MANUAL (OM53A87U)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
ItemsPa r t s a n d t o o l s
Engine oil level (P. 4 0 1 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 4 3 5 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 4 2 4 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Headlight aim ( P. 4 4 9 )• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser
(P. 4 0 6 )
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( P. 4 1 1 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■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 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 2 4
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3