1998 Lexus SC 300 Owners Manual - Page 250

MAINTENANCE Engine compartment Items listed below should be checked from time to time, e.g. each time when refueling. Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank. See page 299 for additional information. Engine coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the Upper and Lower lines on the see-through reservoir when the engine is cold. See page 258 for additional information. Battery Your Lexus has a maintenance free battery. You do not have to add distilled water. For longer life of the battery, however, see page 287 for additional information. Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See page 267 for additional information. Engine oil level Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off and the vehicle parked on a level spot. See page 254 for additional information. Power steering fluid level Check the level on the dipstick. The level should be in the "HOT" or "COLD" range depending on the fluid temperature. See page 269 for additional information. Engine fan fluid level Check the level through the reservoir. The level should be in "HOT" or "COLD" range depending on the fluid temperature. See page 260 for additional information. Exhaust system If you notice any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have the cause located and corrected immediately. (See engine exhaust cautions in Section 3-1.) 233