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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

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Engine oil consumption

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The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the quality of

the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.

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More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and fre-

quent acceleration and deceleration.

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A new engine consumes more oil.

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When judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil may

have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accurately.

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Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qt./600 miles (1.0 L per 1000

km)

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If you consume more than 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 lmp.qt.) every 600 miles (1000 km),

contact your Lexus dealer.

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Changing the engine oil (USA only)

To reset the oil change system, follow the procedure below:

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF with the trip meter A read-

ing shown. (

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P. 134)

While pressing the trip meter reset button, set the “ENGINE START

STOP” switch to the IGNITION ON mode. Continue to press and hold

the button until the trip meter displays “000000”.

CAUTION

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Used engine oil

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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.

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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 your Lexus dealer, service station or auto parts store for information con-

cerning recycling or disposal.

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Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.

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