engine oil LEXUS RX270 2014 User Guide

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RX350/270_EE■Adding engine oil
RX270
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.
RX350
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.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
Oil grade→P. 6 1 0
Oil quantity
(Low→Full)1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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Maintenance and care
RX350/270_EE
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situ-
ations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or when
driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
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 dis-
pose 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 con-
cerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
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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
RX350/270_EE
Stop the vehicle immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to
the vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
The warning light may come on if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
(Flashes)
(AWD models)
Indicates the AWD system has overheated
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When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
(RX350)
Indicates that engine oil
level is low
A buzzer also sounds.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
(Flashes)
(AWD models)
Indicates that the AWD
system is not currently
functional
A buzzer also sounds.
Reduce vehicle speed or
stop the vehicle in a safe
place until the warnings
clear.
In this case, do not stop
the engine.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-
crash safety system is not
currently functional
because the grille or the
sensor is dirty.
This message also
appears when the pre-
crash safety system is not
functional due to over-
heating.
• Check the grille and the
sensor and clean them if
they are dirty.
• In case of overheating,
the system will become
functional once the sys-
tem cools down.
(If equipped)
Indicates that Lexus
parking assist-sensor is
dirty or covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
The site of the malfunc-
tion and the vehicle
image are flashing.
Clean the sensor.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
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6-1. Specifications
RX350/270_EE
Lubrication system
RX270
RX350
*: 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. Lexus recom-
mends 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” or 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
4.4 L (4.6 qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
4.0 L (4.2 qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill
 reference*)
With filter
Without filter
6.1 L (6.4 qt., 5.4 Imp. qt.)
5.7 L (6.0 qt., 5.0 Imp. qt.)
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Vehicle specifications
RX350/270_EERecommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 0W-20 is filled into your
Lexus vehicle at manufacturing,
and the best choice for good fuel
economy and good starting in cold
weather.
If SAE 0W-20 oil is not available,
SAE 5W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
If you use SAE 10W-30 or a
higher viscosity engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the
engine may become difficult to
start, so SAE 0W-20, 5W-20 or
5W-30 engine oil is recom-
mended.
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 viscosity 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 conditions.
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change
Preferred
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Engine compartment cover ............. 470
Engine coolant
Capacity ...................................................613
Checking ............................................... 477
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 296
Engine oil
Capacity .................................................. 610
Checking ............................................... 472
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 296
Engine switch .......................................... 180
EPS ...............................................................271
Floor mat .................................................. 444
Fluid
Washer ...................................................482
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ...................................................... 222
Wattage................................................... 619
Footwell light ............................................417
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ...................................................... 222
Wattage................................................... 619
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light...................................... 546
Front position lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ........................................................ 217Front seats
Adjustment ............................................... 73
Driving position memory ................... 81
Flattening seatbacks ............................ 74
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................516
Wattage ................................................... 619
Fuel
Capacity.................................................609
Fuel gauge .............................................. 196
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 542
Information............................................ 620
Refueling ................................................... 110
Type ......................................................... 609
Fuel door ..................................................... 110
Fuel filler door ........................................... 110
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 542
Fuses .......................................................... 504
Gauges .......................................................196
Glove box.................................................. 421
Hands-free system for
mobile phone*......................................391
Hazard lights
Switch ...................................................... 532
Head restraints
Adjusting ..................................................87
Headlight cleaner................................. 229
F
G
H
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Odometer................................................. 196
Oil
Engine oil ............................................... 472
Opener
Back door.................................................60
Fuel filler door......................................... 110
Hood ........................................................465
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights ................................... 417
Wattage................................................... 619
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding.......................... 98
Mirror position memory......................81
Outside temperature display* ........433
Overhead courtesy lights
Overhead courtesy lights................ 417
Wattage................................................... 619
Overheating, Engine.......................... 598
Paddle shift switches ............................ 186
Parking assist sensors ......................... 248
Parking brake .......................................... 194
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ........................................................ 217
Wattage................................................... 619
PCS
Function ................................................. 280
Pre-crash braking off switch ......... 281
Warning light ....................................... 544
Personal lights
Switch ....................................................... 418Phone* ........................................................391
Power back door ..................................... 60
Power easy access system .................. 84
Power outlet ........................................... 435
Power windows ........................................ 101
Pre-crash safety system
Function.................................................. 280
Pre-crash braking off switch.......... 281
Warning light....................................... 544
Radar cruise control............................ 234
Radiator .................................................... 478
Radio* ....................................................... 326
RDS ............................................................ 327
Rear fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................516
Switch ....................................................... 222
Wattage ................................................... 619
Rear seat
Adjustment ............................................... 77
Folding down .......................................... 77
Rear seat entertainment system*
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................516
Wattage ................................................... 619
Rear view monitor system ................ 263
Rear window defogger* ......................321
Rear window wiper...............................227
Remote Touch*O
P
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Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system...................544
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................. 220
Brake assist system...........................544
Brake system ...........................543, 544
Charging system ...............................543
Electric power steering ..................544
Electronic engine control
system ..................................................544
Low fuel level .......................................546
Low tire pressure...............................546
Malfunction indicator lamp ...........544
Master warning light ........................546
Open door............................................546
Pre-crash safety system .................544
Pretensioners....................................... 544
Seat belt reminder light...................546
SRS airbags .......................................... 544
Tire pressure ........................................546Warning messages
Adaptive front lighting system .... 554
Anti-lock brake
system.................................................. 554
Automatic transmission fluid ....... 557
AWD system.............. 553, 554, 557
Brake lamp system ........................... 554
Brake system ....................................... 552
Dynamic radar cruise
control system .....................554, 557
Electric power steering .................. 554
Electronically modulated air
suspension ........................................ 554
Engine oil level.................................... 557
Engine oil pressure........................... 553
Engine overheat................................. 557
Headlight leveling ............................. 554
Hood ....................................................... 557
Lexus parking assist-
sensor ......................................554, 557
Light reminder .................................... 557
Low fuel .................................................. 557
Moon roof ............................................. 557
Open door ........................................... 557
Parking brake ...................................... 557
Pre-crash safety
system......................................554, 557
Smart entry & start system ........... 563
SRS airbags .......................................... 554
Steering lock ........................................ 554
Washer fluid......................................... 557
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