Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Lexus LS 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.50 OZS. | 0.13 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.20 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.40 QTS. | 2.27 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS (ATF JWS3324 or NWS9638) | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 1.42 QTS. | 1.34 L | API - GL-5 Hypoid Gear Oil, Above 0Deg. F (-18Deg C) SAE 90W, Below 0Deg F. (-18Deg F) SAE 80W or 80W-90 | Vehicles with synthetic oil information label: TOYOTA Genuine Differential Synthetic Oil. API - GL- 5, SAE 75W-90 or its equivalent. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 10.00 QTS. | 9.46 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.80 QTS. | 4.54 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | API - SL "Energy-Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | API - SL "Energy-Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 22.20 GALS. | 84.03 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or III | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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