engine oil LEXUS RX450h 2015 User Guide

6584-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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 di rectly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine●
If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used●
AWD models with towing package: When driving at high engine speeds or with
a heavy load, when towing, or when driving while accelerating or decelerating
frequently●
2WD models and AWD models without towing package: When driving at high
engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving while accelerating or
decelerating frequently●
When leaving the engine id ling 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 inflammati on 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 househol d trash, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your Lexus dealer, 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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Maintenance and care
Coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine and hybrid system are cold.
Engine coolant reservoir
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line. (  P. 788)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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Maintenance and care ■ Engine compartment (type B fuse box)
Fuse Ampere Circuit1
RR DEF 50 A Rear window defogger2
AIR SUS 50 A3
HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system4
ABS NO. 1 50 A Electronically controlled brake system5
RDI FAN NO. 1 40 A Electric cooling fans6
RDI FAN NO. 2 40 A Electric cooling fans7
H-LP CLN 30 A Headlight cleaner8
PBD 30 A Power back door9
HV R/B NO. 1 30 A PCU, IGCT NO. 2, IGCT NO. 3,
INV W/P
10
PD 50 A A/F, H-LP RH HI, H-LP LH LO, H-LP
RH LO, H-LP LH HI, HORN, S-
HORN
11
ABS NO. 2 50 A Electronically controlled brake system
12
HV R/B NO. 2 80 A ABS MAIN NO. 1, ABS MAIN NO.
2, A/C W/P, BATT FAN, OIL PMP

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Maintenance and care
■ Engine compartment (type C fuse box) 49
BIXENON 10 A50
H-LP RH LO 15 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)51
H-LP LH LO 15 A Left-hand headlight (low beam)52
HORN 10 A Horn53
A/F 20 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem54
S-HORN 7. 5 A S-HORN
Fuse Ampere Circuit1
ABS MAIN NO. 1 10 A Brake system
2
ABS MAIN
NO. 2 10 A Brake system
3
BATT FAN 15 A Battery cooling fan
4
OIL PMP 10 A Hybrid system
5
A/C W/P 10 A Air conditioning systemFuse Ampere Circuit

7445-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 acci dent. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Lexus dealer. Wa r n i n g m e s s a g e Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
The warning light may come on if the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system

8026-1. Specifications
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, 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 follow-
ing grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oilOil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference*)
With filter 6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.)
Without filter 6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)

8036-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications 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.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 vi scosity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher valu e) may be better suited if the vehicle is oper-
ated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is adde d to some oil cont ainers to help
you select the oil you should use. Outside temperature

8196-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire 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-
sure The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a man-
ufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of hybrid transmission,
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 equipp ed, 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 weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants speci-
fied in the second column of Table 1
* that follows

864Alphabetical index
Engine
Accessory mode ................................. 177
Compartment .....................................654
Hood......................................................... 651
How to start the hybrid
system .................................................... 177
Identification number....................... 799
If the hybrid system will
not start ................................................777
Ignition switch........................................ 177
Overheating.........................................788
“POWER” switch ................................ 177
Engine compartment cover .............655
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................................ 804
Checking ...............................................659
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 302
Engine coolant temperature
gauge....................................................... 197
Engine oil
Capacity .................................................802
Checking ...............................................656
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 302
EPS ...............................................................271
EV drive mode ........................................ 183
Event data recorder ............................... 25 Floor mat ................................................... 610
Fluid
Brake .......................................................806
Washer................................................... 663
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 708
Switch .........................................................221
Wattage .................................................809
Footwell light .......................................... 582
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 708
Switch .........................................................221
Wattage .................................................809
Front passenger occupant
classification system ...........................145
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ..................................... 736
Front seats
Adjustment .............................................. 86
Driving position memory ..................93
Flattening seatbacks ............................87
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 708
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 708
Wattage .................................................809F

867Alphabetical index
Shift lever light ..................................... 582
Turn signal lever................................... 193
Vanity lights .......................................... 596
Wattage ................................................ 809
Load capacity ..........................................301
Lock steering column.......................... 180
Luggage compartment lights
Switch .......................................................... 77
Wattage ................................................ 809
Luggage cover ........................................ 613
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ......... 648
General maintenance ..................... 643
Maintenance data ............................. 798
Maintenance requirements .......... 640
Meter
Instrument panel light control .......198
Meters ....................................................... 197
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 107
Side mirror heaters* ........................358
Side mirrors............................................109
Vanity mirrors ..................................... 596
Mobile Assistant*................................. 340
Moon roof .................................................. 115
MP3 disc* ..................................... 381, 493
Multi-display light control................. 600
Multi-information display
Switches ................................................. 206
Trip information .................................. 209 Noise from under vehicle..................... 22
Odometer..................................................197
Oil
Engine oil............................................... 656
Opener
Back door ................................................. 75
Fuel filler door ......................................... 119
Hood ......................................................... 651
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights ................................ 582
Wattage ................................................. 809
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding........................ 109
Mirror position memory .................... 93
Outside temperature display* ....... 598
Overhead console ............................... 592
Overhead courtesy lights
Overhead courtesy lights............. 582
Wattage ................................................. 809
Overheating, Hybrid system ...........788M
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. N O