check engine lexus LS400 1996 Engine / 1996 LS400: INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION
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NOTICE

Remember that battery and ignition cables carry
high currents or voltages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.

Before closing the engine hood, check to see that
you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.

Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, or
excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

Do not overfill automatic transmission fluid, or the
transmission could be damaged.

Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the
wiper frame.
PARTS AND TOOLS
Here is a list of parts and tools you will need to perform
do±it±yourself maintenance. Remember all Lexus parts are
designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Checking the engine oil level
Parts (if level is low):

API SH, Energy±Conserving II multigrade engine oil or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil. For recommended oil
viscosity, see page 196.
Tools:

Rag or paper towel

Funnel (only for adding oil)
Checking the engine coolant level
Parts (if level is low):

Ethylene±glycol coolant

Demineralized or distilled water
Tools:

Funnel (only for adding coolant)