Lexus SC 2001 4.3 petrol service and maintenance

Engine oil

Engine oil capacity: 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts)
For regular oil change Lexus SC 2001 4.3 petrol takes approx. 5.1 litres of oil, 5.8 litres is total engine oil capacity.
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 SC 4.3 petrol fuel filter change interval is 40,000 km

Spark plugs

Replacement interval for spark plugs is 40,000 km.

Timing belt

Manufacturers recommended timing belt replacement interval for Lexus SC 4.3 petrol is 100,000 km.
The experience of Lexus SC owners confirms that timing belt does in fact last for the specified mileage sometimes lasting 150,000 km or more, but it is recommended to carefully monitor the condition of the timing belt once the manufacturer's mileage has been reached.
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 SC 2001 430 serpentine or alternator belt replacement interval is 100,000 km.

Engine coolant

Engine coolant (antifreeze) recommended replacement interval for Lexus SC 4.3 petrol is 60,000 km or 3 years, whichever comes first.