Lexus LX 470 1998 Owner's Manual page 280

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Engine oil selection
Use API SH, "Energy−Conserving II" or SJ, "Energy−Conserving"
multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
62L005
Temperature range anticipated before next oil change
SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel
economy, and good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W−30 engine oil in extremely low
temperatures, the engine may become difficult to start, so SAE
5W−30 engine oil is recommended.
Oil identification marks
62L006−1
"API Service Symbol
"ILSAC Certification Mark
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you should use.
D The API Service Symbol is located anywhere on the outside of the
container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API
(American Petroleum Institute) designation such as SJ. The
center portion of the label shows the SAE viscosity grade such as
SAE 5W−30. "Energy−Conserving", shown in the lower portion,
indicates that the oil has fuel−saving capabilities.
D The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee) Certification Mark is displayed on the
front of the container.
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