Lexus IS 300 2019, Owner'S Manual

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9-1. Specifications
IS350_300_GE
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Engine oil selection (IS300)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving”, SN
“Resource-Conserving” or SN PLUS “Resource-Conserving”; or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil
Viscosity grade:
SAE 0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
If you use SAE 10W-30 engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the
engine may become difficult to start,
so SAE 0W-20, 5W-20 or 5W-30
engine oil is recommended.
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 viscosity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change
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