2002 Lexus GS 430 Owners Manual - Page 258

INTRODUCTION CAUTION When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury: D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack. Personal injury may occur. D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack. D Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P" (automatic). D Make sure to set the jack properly in the jack point. Raising the vehicle with jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury. D Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone; use vehicle support stands. D Do not raise the vehicle with someone in the vehicle D When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. 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): D Use API grade SJ, "Energy-Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. For recommended oil viscosity, see page 254. Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding oil) Checking the engine coolant level Parts (if level is low): D "Toyota Long Life Coolant" or equivalent See "Checking the engine coolant level" on page 255 for instructions. D Demineralized or distilled water Tools: D Funnel (only for adding coolant) NOTICE Make sure to place the jack correctly, or your vehicle may be damaged. 241