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.
2008 Lexus RX 400h FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.80 OZS. | 0.14 L | POE ND-OIL 11 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.40 LBS. | 0.63 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill,Front,w/o Tow Pkg | 3.90 QTS. | 3.69 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill,Front,w/Tow Pkg | 4.10 QTS. | 3.88 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Gasoline engines | 10.90 QTS. | 10.31 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Power Control Unit | 3.60 QTS. | 3.4 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | API - SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency.. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.80 QTS. | 4.54 L | API - SAE 5W-20, 0W-20 | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 17.20 GALS. | 65.1 L | S | ||||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Washer Fluid | Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank. | 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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