Adding Engine Oil - Lexus IS250 2009 Service Manual

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Adding engine oil

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Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Oil grade
Items
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
STEP 1
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
STEP 2
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
STEP 3
It takes about 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp.qt.) to raise the oil level from low to full on the
dipstick.
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ILSAC multi-grade engine oil
Clean funnel
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as already in the
engine.