Lexus RX Motor Oil Capacity, Specs & Change Guide

When replacing the engine oil:

• Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
• Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
• Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
• Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Lexus RX

SAE 5W–30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather.

If you use SAE 10W–30 engine oil in extremely low temperatures, the engine may become difficult to start, so SAE 5W–30 engine oil is recommended.

How to change the engine oil in Lexus 1998-2002 (First Generation XU10)

1MZ – FE Engine

Tools needed

1. Fast Lift Service Jack 
2. Gloves 
3. Oil Drain Pan 
4. Wheel Ramps 
5. Filter Socket Wrench 
6. Oil Funnel 
7. 10 mm socket 
8. Socket set 
9. Oil Filter 
10. Motor Oil
    
    Bestseller No. 1

    Castrol 03102 GTX High Mileage 5W-30 Motor Oil - 5 Quart

    Superior detergency that helps prevent deposit build up; Superior oil burn off protection versus leading conventional oils

    Bestseller No. 2

    Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife Technology SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil 5 QT

    Added detergents help protect against sludge and deposits; Premium seal conditioners help treat and prevent leaks

    Bestseller No. 3

    AmazonBasics Conventional Motor Oil - 5W-30 - 5 Quart

    Helps prevent build up that can cause rust and corrosion; Reduces friction for less engine wear

2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Lexus RX

How to change the motor oil in Lexus RX 2004-2008

Tools needed

1. Fast Lift Service Jack 
2. Jack Stands 
3. Gloves 
4. Oil Drain Pan 
5. Wheel Ramps 
6. Oil Filter Wrench 
7. Oil Funnel 
8. 14 mm socket 
9. Socket set 
10. Oil Drain Plug 
11. Oil Filter 
12. Motor Oil
    
    Bestseller No. 1

    Castrol 03102 GTX High Mileage 5W-30 Motor Oil - 5 Quart

    Superior detergency that helps prevent deposit build up; Superior oil burn off protection versus leading conventional oils

    Bestseller No. 2

    Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife Technology SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil 5 QT

    Added detergents help protect against sludge and deposits; Premium seal conditioners help treat and prevent leaks

    Bestseller No. 3

    AmazonBasics Conventional Motor Oil - 5W-30 - 5 Quart

    Helps prevent build up that can cause rust and corrosion; Reduces friction for less engine wear

2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Lexus RX

How to do an oil change in Lexus RX 2009-2015

Tools needed

1. Fast Lift Service Jack 
2. Jack Stands 
3. Gloves 
4. Oil Drain Pan 
5. Wheel Ramps 
6. Oil Filter Wrench 
7. Oil Funnel 
8. 14 mm socket 
9. Socket set 
10. Oil Drain Plug 
11. Oil Filter 
12. Motor Oil
    
    Bestseller No. 1

    Castrol 03124 Edge 0W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart

    42 percent better rating on fighting power robbing deposits; Superior engine protection vs conventional and synthetic blend oils

    Bestseller No. 2

    Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-20, 5 Quart (120903)

    Helps prevent deposits and sludge build-up to enable long engine life; Exceptional control of oil breakdown and helps maintain stable oil viscosity

    Bestseller No. 3

    AmazonBasics Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 0W-20 - 5 Quart

    Formulated for longer drain intervals; Helps prevent build up that can cause rust and corrosion
    
    
    Bestseller No. 1

    Castrol 03102 GTX High Mileage 5W-30 Motor Oil - 5 Quart

    Superior detergency that helps prevent deposit build up; Superior oil burn off protection versus leading conventional oils

    Bestseller No. 2

    Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife Technology SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil 5 QT

    Added detergents help protect against sludge and deposits; Premium seal conditioners help treat and prevent leaks

    Bestseller No. 3

    AmazonBasics Conventional Motor Oil - 5W-30 - 5 Quart

    Helps prevent build up that can cause rust and corrosion; Reduces friction for less engine wear

2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Lexus RX

The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm-up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.

A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.

How to change the engine oil in Lexus RX 2015-2020

Tools needed

1. Fast Lift Service Jack 
2. Jack Stands 
3. Gloves 
4. Oil Drain Pan 
5. Wheel Ramps 
6. Oil Filter Wrench 
7. Oil Funnel 
8. 14 mm socket 
9. Socket set 
10. Oil Drain Plug 
11. Oil Filter 
12. Motor Oil
    
    Bestseller No. 1

    Castrol 03124 Edge 0W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart

    42 percent better rating on fighting power robbing deposits; Superior engine protection vs conventional and synthetic blend oils

    Bestseller No. 2

    Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-20, 5 Quart (120903)

    Helps prevent deposits and sludge build-up to enable long engine life; Exceptional control of oil breakdown and helps maintain stable oil viscosity

    Bestseller No. 3

    AmazonBasics Full Synthetic Motor Oil - 0W-20 - 5 Quart

    Formulated for longer drain intervals; Helps prevent build up that can cause rust and corrosion

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