Lexus IS 2001 3.0 petrol service and maintenance

Engine oil

Engine oil capacity: 4.7 litres (5 quarts)
Oil change interval is 10,000 km or one year, whichever comes first.
Recommended oil type (Oil Viscosity Classification SAE) is 5W-30, 5W-40

Air filter

Air filter change interval is 40,000 km.
After prolonged driving in particularly dusty conditions, it is advisable to check the condition of the air filter earlier and replace it if the filter is visibly dirty.

Fuel filter

Lexus IS 3.0 petrol fuel filter change interval is 40,000 km

Spark plugs

Replacement interval for spark plugs is 20,000 km.

Timing belt

Manufacturers recommended timing belt replacement interval for Lexus IS 3.0 petrol is 100,000 km.
Based on practical experience, recommended Lexus IS 2001 300 SportCross timing belt change interval is 90,000 km when belt should be replaced, or at least periodically check the belt's condition after this mileage and replace it at the first sign of damage.
Running your car in aggressive environments (e.g. salt, sand, etc.) causes timing belt to degrade faster and reduces its lifespan; under such conditions, the belt may need to be replaced sooner.

Serpentine (drive) belt

Lexus IS 2001 300 SportCross serpentine or alternator belt replacement interval is 100,000 km.

Engine coolant

Engine coolant (antifreeze) recommended replacement interval for Lexus IS 3.0 petrol is 60,000 km or 3 years, whichever comes first.
Coolant capacity is 7.8 litres

Gearbox oil change

Lexus IS automatic transmission oil change interval is 120,000 km, the gearbox oil filter must also be changed at the same time as the oil.
Gearbox oil specification is Toyota ATF Type T-IV. Gearbox oil capacity is 8.9 litres (9.4 quarts).

Gearbox maintenance information is provided for Aisin AW35-51LS gearbox. Before servicing, make sure your car has this particular gearbox.