engine LEXUS RX400H 2008 Owners Manual

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Gasoline engine number and electr ic motor (traction motor) num-
ber
The gasoline engine number and tr action motor number are stamped
as shown.
Gasoline engine number
Electric motor (traction motor)
number
Engine
Model3MZ-FE
Ty p e6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.62 × 3.27 in.
(92 × 83 mm)
Displacement202.1 cu.in.
(3311 cm3)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Valve clearance (engine cold)
Intake:
0.006 
0.010 in. (0.15  0.25 mm)
Exhaust:
0.010 
0.014 in. (0.25  0.35 mm)

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Lubrication system
Oil viscosity
● The 0W portion of the oil viscosity rating 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 oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating
temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the
vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load condition.
Oil capacity
drain and refill
(reference)
Wi th f il ter5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 lmp.qt.)
Without filter4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 lmp.qt.)
Oil gradeILSAC multi-grade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosity
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent to satisfy the grade and viscosity shown
below.
0W-20 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel
efficiency.
Outside temperature

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Cooling system
Ignition system
Capacity
Gasoline engine
power control unit10.9 qt. (10.3 L, 9.0 Imp.qt.)
3.6 qt. (3.4 L, 3.0 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following.• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make
DENSO
NGK
Gap
SK20R11
IFR6A11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning the gasoline
engine.

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Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at
68°F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
key is removed from the engine switch
with all the lights turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.

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Fuel information
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Lexus has a fuel tank opening that only
accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■If premium gasoline is not available
If 91 rating gasoline cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline with an
octane rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Rating 91).
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Lexus dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating or
driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gasoline you
are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this
does not correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
Premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 (Research Octane
Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine performance.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

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■Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Japan have developed a speci-
fication for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is
expected to be applied worldwide.
●The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission lev-
els. In the US, category 4 has been adopted.
●The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and cus-
tomer satisfaction through better performance.
■Lexus recommends the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
●Lexus recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to avoid
build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or keep
clean intake systems.
■Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxygen-
ates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in many
areas.
Lexus recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately blended
reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent vehicle perfor-
mance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■Lexus does not recommend blended gasoline
●Lexus allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate con-
tent is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
●If you use gasohol in your Lexus, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than
87.
●Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Lexus does not recommend gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopen-
tadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Lexus does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel contain-
ing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this hap-
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NOTICE
■Notice on gasoline quality
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic convert-
ers causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems.
●Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 91 may result in gaso-
line engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to gasoline engine damage
and should be corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor hot start-
ing, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol.
It can damage your vehicle's paint.

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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows

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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power window
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 7 2
Power back door
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 4 4
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oilP. 3 1 8
Ti r e p r e s s u r e w a r n i n g
system
• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling speed
or load weight, etc.
•When changing the tire size.
P. 3 3 1
After reconnecting or performing maintenance on the 12-volt battery, the
hybrid system may not start. (
→P. 328) Also, the following items must be
initialized for normal system operation.

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Alphabetical index
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CareExterior ................................................... 298
Interior.......................................................301
Seat belts ............................................... 302
Cargo capacity ....................................... 178
Cargo hooks .......................................... 284
CD changer CD .............................................................. 214
MP3 disc ............................................... 220
WMA disc ............................................ 220
CD player.................................................. 214
Chains......................................................... 184
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition.................. 108
Booster seats, installation ..................113
Convertible seats, definition ......... 108
Convertible seats, installation .........113
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......................103
Infant seats, definition ....................... 108
Infant seats, installation........................113
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages ...........................................116
Installing CRS with seat belts ..........113
Installing CRS with top straps ........ 118
Child safety
Air bag precautions ............................ 98
Battery precautions.............. 328, 423
Child restraint system ...................... 108
Child-protectors................................... 40
How your child should wear the seat belt ...........................................62
Installing child restraints ..................... 112
Moon roof precautions ...................... 77
Power window lock switch .............. 72
Power window precautions............. 74 Removed rear seat entertainment
system controller battery............. 351
Removed wireless remote control battery precautions .......................349
Seat belt comfort guide .....................59
Seat belt extender precautions...... 64
Seat belt precautions .......................... 62
Seat heater precautions................. 280
Child-protectors ...................................... 40
Cleaning Exterior................................................... 298
Interior ...................................................... 301
Seat belts ................................................302
Clock ......................................................... 274
Coin holder .............................................268
Compass .................................................. 292
Condenser .............................................. 325
Console box ........................................... 266
Cooling system Engine overheating........................... 424
Cruise control Cruise control........................................157
Dynamic laser cruise control ........ 160
Cup holder .............................................. 269
Curtain shield airbags............................. 91
Customizable features .......................458
Daytime running light system ........... 149
Defogger Rear window ........................................204
Side mirror.............................................204
Dimension................................................430
Dinghy towing ......................................... 196
Display
Dynamic laser cruise control ........ 160
Trip information ................................... 146C
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