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.
2021 Lexus LS 500 Base, RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.50 LBS. | 0.68 KG | HFO-1234yf (R1234yf) | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 9.50 QTS. | 8.99 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703. FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4 ot SAE J1704 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | RWD | Rear | 0.90 QTS. | 0.85 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | |
| Engine Coolant | RWD | 11.20 QTS. | 10.59 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 | RWD | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 6.70 QTS. | 6.34 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SAE 0W-20 | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 21.70 GALS. | 82.14 L | S | ||||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.74 QTS. | 0.7 L | TOYOTA Genuine Transfer Case Oil LL80 or equivalent. | 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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