2007 Lexus GS 350 Engine Oil Capacity
Your 2007 Lexus GS 350 will have either a 6.6-quart or 6.7-quart oil capacity, depending on its drivetrain.
Written by Mary Alice Morris
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The 2007 Lexus GS 350 is a capable sports sedan powered by a V6 engine with an oil capacity of just under 7 quarts. If you own a rear-wheel drive, it needs 6.6 quarts of oil. The four-wheel drive (4WD) model holds 6.7 quarts.
A luxury sedan like the GS 350 often ends up costing much more than other cars when it comes to routine maintenance services. To save money on your car expenses, you may want to handle tasks like oil changes on your own at home. It’s a good idea to follow your owner’s manual before tackling any DIY services, and with the right information, you can get the job done.
And keeping on top of your maintenance is vital because
car insurance
won’t pay for damages caused by the owner’s neglect. To learn a little more about your GS 350 so you can keep taking good care of it, check out this guide on everything you need to know about its engine oil capacity.Compare insurance quotes from 50+ carriers with Jerry in under 45 seconds (Title in payload)
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First off, let’s cover the basics: How much oil does your 2007 Lexus GS 350 hold?
If you drive the RWD model, it holds 6.6 quarts of oil, and if you have the AWD, its capacity is 6.7 quarts. It’s worth noting, those capacities are with an oil filter. That means this indicates how much oil your car needs when you’re also changing out the filter.
If you’re not changing the oil filter for whatever reason, the respective oil capacities for the RWD and FWD models are 6.2 and 6.3 quarts.
What kind of oil does a 2007 Lexus GS 350 need?
Before you
change the oil and filter
on your GS 350, you need to know which kind of oil to use. It’s important to get the correct grade and follow your manufacturer's recommendations because the wrong kind of engine oil could damage or even ruin your engine! The 2007 Lexus GS 350 uses 5W-30 synthetic oil, and Lexus suggests using a brand approved by the International Lubricant Specification Authority Committee (ILSAC). Specifically, Toyota Genuine Motor Oil is recommended.
The 2007 GS 350 owner’s manual indicates that for some drivers, an engine oil with a higher viscosity—that is, a number higher than the 30 indicated at the end of your oil type—could be used for cars driven routinely at high speeds or with heavy loads. However, if you’re unsure, it’s best to just stick with the Toyota Genuine Motor Oil 5W-30 product that Lexus recommends.
How often to change the oil on a 2007 Lexus GS 350
Now that you know how much oil you need and what type to get, you may want to try your hand at changing your engine oil at home. But before you jump right into the job, you’ll need to make sure it’s the right time.
The
basic car maintenance schedule
for a 2007 Lexus GS 350 includes an oil change every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, but sometimes this recommendation doesn’t hit the mark. That’s because driving in certain conditions, hauling heavy loads, or normal wear and tear
to your vehicle can cause your car to need a change sooner. You also might run low on oil sooner than expected if there’s a leak. That’s why you need to check your engine oil regularly. Once a month or every time you fill-up the gas tank should be sufficient. When you check your oil, you not only want to check the engine oil level using your dipstick—you also want to take a look at the oil’s quality.
Here are some hints that your oil might be due for a change:
- Instead of the light brown or amber color of new, healthy engine oil, your oil appears dark brown or black.
- The oil feels gritty instead of smooth and clean.
- Your engine starts making a new or unusual noise.
- You smell oil, smoke, or something burning in your car.
- You notice your car’s performance has declined.
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How to change your oil and oil filter
If you’ve determined your car is ready for an oil change and you want to tackle the task yourself, you’ll need to start by gathering the supplies: a filter wrench, socket wrench, drain pan, drain plug gasket, and replacement oil filter.
You’ll also need seven quarts of 5W-30 Toyota Genuine Motor Oil.
Once all your materials are handy, turn in the engine and let it run for about five minutes. This allows it to get up to normal operating temperature. Then, turn the engine off, open the hood of your car, and follow these instructions:
- Unscrew and set aside the oil fill cap
- Crawl under the car, locate the engine, and remove your oil drain bolt and washer.
- Let the old engine oil drain into the drain pan.
- Take off the old oil filter as the old oil finishes draining.
- Install your new oil filter.
- Replace the oil drain bolt with the new drain plug gasket and tighten it to 29 lb-ft.
- Fill the oil reservoir with your new engine oil and replace the oil fill cap.
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When you’re finished, you’ll want to double-check your oil level and look for leaks. Do this by turning your ignition back on and letting the engine warm up for a minute or so. Then, check your oil level with the dipstick. If it seems a little low, add some more oil.
While the engine is still running, check around and underneath your car for any leaks. Make sure the dashboard’s
oil pressure light
isn’t on, and if everything looks good, shut off your engine. You’re almost done!The last thing you need to do is properly dispose of your old engine oil. Take it in a secure, sealed container (such as an old oil container or a coffee can) to an engine oil recycling center.
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