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.
2012 Lexus IS 350CFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.95 LBS. | 0.43 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.30 QTS. | 7.85 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | Using transmission fluid other than TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission acompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 1.42 QTS. | 1.34 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5, TOYOTA Genuine Differential Synthetic Gear Oil or equivalent | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 9.60 QTS. | 9.08 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 6.60 QTS. | 6.24 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SAE 5W-30 | SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 6.20 QTS. | 5.86 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SAE 5W-30 | SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change. | 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:
- • 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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