1996 Lexus GS 300 Owners Manual - Page 177

INTRODUCTION S Before closing the engine hood, check to see that Checking the engine coolant level Parts (if level is low): S Ethylene-glycol coolant S Demineralized or distilled water Tools: S Funnel (only for adding coolant) you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. S Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment. S Do not overfill automatic transmission fluid, or the transmission could be damaged. S Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame. Checking brake fluid Parts (if level is low): S FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid Tools: S Funnel (only for adding fluid) 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 power steering fluid Parts (if level is low): S Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONR-II or III Tools: S Rag or paper towel S Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking the engine oil level Parts (if level is low): S API SH, Energy-Conserving II multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. For recommended oil viscosity, see page 172. Tools: S Rag or paper towel S Funnel (only for adding oil) 163