Oil change on the ES300H
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On a 350 you need a special socket for the oil filter just like any other v6/8 Toyota/Lexus, other than that it's pretty straight forward. I believe the 350 ask for 6.4 quarts but I normally add 5.5 - 6 quarts because it reaches the dip stick fill level. Just double check the dip stick the next morning, remember it's easier to add oil than to drain some.
I have access to AllData online repair manual so I double check on instruction and amount of oil it requires for the 300H later today and get back to you on here.
I have access to AllData online repair manual so I double check on instruction and amount of oil it requires for the 300H later today and get back to you on here.
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ISUringman (03-19-21)
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I've changed mine 3 times now. I jack it up with a jack and jack stand. Then crawl under it. The filter and drain plug are just right there. No covers to take off. I bought the filter wrench on Sewell's website. While it will work, it gets stuck every time I use it. I either have to use channel locks or a hammer to remove the wrench from the filer housing. Other than that, I have had no troubles. I put 4 quarts in it, then use the dip stick to fill it just right. You shouldn't have to use much more than 4 quarts.
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I've changed mine 3 times now. I jack it up with a jack and jack stand. Then crawl under it. The filter and drain plug are just right there. No covers to take off. I bought the filter wrench on Sewell's website. While it will work, it gets stuck every time I use it. I either have to use channel locks or a hammer to remove the wrench from the filer housing. Other than that, I have had no troubles. I put 4 quarts in it, then use the dip stick to fill it just right. You shouldn't have to use much more than 4 quarts.
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it's just the cartridge. actually, its the exact same used on the RX350. I ended up using only 4 quarts and it was perfect. Pretty straight forward like any other lexus/toyota. Thanks guys.
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The EPA "emissions" ratings now include used oil. To reduce those emissions (oil usage), some manufacturers have added devices to detect when the oil viscosity goes too low, and to tell the driver to get the oil changed.... But, also, to reduce those emissions, those same manufacturers push the limits...
Other manufacturers (including Toyota) have not added those meters.. Instead, they just increased the interval. Toyota used to recommend an oil change every 5k miles, for the same basic engine that they now recommend an oil change every 10k miles. I suspect that they are also pushing the limits.... and that a 10k mile oil-change interval really is too long.
Going too long between oil-changes can damage an engine. Worn-out oil causes very rapid wear on the bearing surfaces of the engine. When that happens, the price is many thousands to replace the engine or the whole car. Changing the oil more often also costs money, but only the price of the extra oil changes, and not all at once.
I think I will change mine more often than every 10k miles....
Other manufacturers (including Toyota) have not added those meters.. Instead, they just increased the interval. Toyota used to recommend an oil change every 5k miles, for the same basic engine that they now recommend an oil change every 10k miles. I suspect that they are also pushing the limits.... and that a 10k mile oil-change interval really is too long.
Going too long between oil-changes can damage an engine. Worn-out oil causes very rapid wear on the bearing surfaces of the engine. When that happens, the price is many thousands to replace the engine or the whole car. Changing the oil more often also costs money, but only the price of the extra oil changes, and not all at once.
I think I will change mine more often than every 10k miles....
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The maintenance required light goes on at 5000 mile intervals, but the recommended maintenance at the intermediate intervals calls only for tire rotations and inspections.
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I don't believe that Toyota would recommend a 10k oil change if it could even remotely be damaging to their engines or create excessive wear and tear. I'm quite sure that Toyota wishes to maintain their reputation for quality vehicles and happy drivers. Lesz states a good point: If BMW, Audi, and Benz can do 15k changes using full synthetic oil, then Lexus can as well. I changed mine the other day and it was so clean that I had to look twice to read the dipstick. The oil was 10 months old...
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NdYAG (01-09-23)