Imp. qt. LEXUS LS500 2019 Owners Manual

376 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS500_OM_(U)_1810 3 Wipe the dipstick clean.
4 Reinsert the dipstick fully.
5 Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out and check the oil
level.
Low
Normal
ExcessiveThe shape of the dipstick may differ
depending on the type of vehicle or
engine.
6 Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it
fully. ■
Checking the oil type and prepar-
ing the item needed
Make sure to check the oil type and
prepare the items needed before add-
ing oil.
 Engine oil selection
 P.448  Oil quantity (Low  Full)
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
 Item
Clean funnel ■
Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the low
level mark, add engine oil of the same
type as that already in the engine.
 2WD models
 AWD models
1 Remove the oil filler cap by turning
it counterclockwise.
2 Add engine oil slowly, checking the
dipstick.
3 Install the oil filler cap by turning it
clockwise. ■
Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be con-
sumed while driving. In the following situa-
tions, oil consumption may increase, and A
B
C

448 8-1. Specifications
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Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence *
]) *
: 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 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.■
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”
or equivalent to satisfy the following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good starting
in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
Outside temperature
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here
as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the
characteristic of the oil which allows
cold startability. Oils with a lower
value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold
weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the vis-
cosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil
with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if
the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load con-
ditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifica-
tion Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is added to some oil Octane Rating 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 21.7 gal. (82.0 L, 18.0 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system With filter 
2WD models
6.7 qt. (6.3 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.) 
AWD models
7.5 qt. (7.1 L, 6.2 Imp. qt.)
Without fil-
ter 
2WD models
6.1 qt. (5.8 L, 5.1 Imp. qt.) 
AWD models
7.0 qt. (6.6 L, 5.8 Imp. qt.)
A

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Vehicle specifications containers to help you select the oil you
should use.
Cooling system Capacity 
Engine
2WD models: 11.2 qt. (10.6 L, 9.3 Imp. qt.)
AWD models: 11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp. qt.) 
Intercooler
4.5 qt. (4.3 L, 3.8 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
 Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid orga nic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug) Make DENSO EC22HPR-D7
Gap 0.028 in. (0.7 mm)
NOTICE
■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

450 8-1. Specifications
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: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
*
: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with Toyota ge nuine gear oil at the factory. Use Lexus
approved Toyota genuine gear oil or an equi valent of matching qu ality to satisfy the
above specification. Plea se contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
*
: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genu ine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Ge nuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of Electrical system (battery) Open voltage at 68°F (20°C): 12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch off and turn on the head-
lights for 20 to 30 seconds.)
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge 15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transmission Fluid capacity *
9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE■
Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ca use deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately
damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Transfer (AWD models) Oil capacity 0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.62 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity *
Toyota Genuine Transfer gear oil LL 80 or equivalent
Front differential (AWD models) Oil capacity 0.69 qt. (0.65 L, 0.57 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity *
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent

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Vehicle specifications matching quality to satisfy th e above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for
further details. 
2WD models 
AWD models *
: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genu ine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Ge nuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent oil of
matching quality to satisfy th e above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer for
further details.
*1
: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 11 2 lbf (500 N, 51 kgf) while
the engine is running.
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake sys-
tem warning light is not illuminated when th e engine is running. (If the brake system Rear differential Oil capacity 0.90 qt. (0.85 L, 0.75 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity *
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent
Oil capacity 1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity *
Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 75W-85
GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes Pedal clearance *1
4.8 in. (121 mm) Min. *3
4.8 in. (122 mm) Min. *4
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1 mm)
Parking brake indicator *2
When pushing the parking brake switch for 1 to 2
seconds: comes on
When pulling the parking brake switch for 1 to 2
seconds: turns off
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704