Lexus IS250 & IS350 Oil & Filter Change Guide! Home Oil Change DIY!

[@andystevens7557]

I am about to help my 16yr old daughter buy an IS250 tomorrow, and I fully plan on her doing her own maintenance. This is the very first tutorial video I am going to have her watch. 100% perfection.

[@carswithsonduren]

Congratulations Andy and goodluck tomorrow! Welcome to the channel as well she's going to love the car

[@iworuuzz6721]

major props to parents like you that teach their kids and especially daughters how to properly maintain their vehicles and do some of the maintenance themselves, very good practice on how to care for a car and getting a little bit of knowledge on how to fix stuff or come to their own conclusions

[@scottmaser6409]

Never use a screw driver on an aluminum o ring land. Plastic only as a scratch can cause a leak and or set up a crack. All though remote possibility but a nevertheless good habit. Also torque specs would be nice for those that have a conventional drain plug. Oil filter cap housing as well. Very good video.... good job. Scott D Maser

[@txcadyaz]

​@@carswithsonduren

[@aneeshprasobhan]

For those who are planning to do the oil change with a regular 14mm drain plug, make sure you find the right washer for it and replace the old one.

[@sydihan]

Singlehandedly one of THE most easiest video to follow with close up in important parts. Thank you for not speeding up like most tutorials on important parts. Earned my sub.

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks Samin glad it was helpful and welcome to the channel :)

[@jesseseymour4011]

I just bought my first is250, 2008. Absolutely love this car so far.

[@carswithsonduren]

Congratulations, you’re gonna love it Jesse! I got a lot of videos on this car and more to come :)

[@TheNuclearGarage]

"You will never regret safety." Words of wisdom. Good video!

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks man :)

[@joshc9846]

The jacking point information is super useful to include in your videos. Even though I already know how to jack my car up somebody else might not and to have all the info in one package like this is great. Keep up this style of video! Also that oil drain valve is the coolest thing I've seen in awhile.

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks Josh really appreciate it and welcome to the channel 😎 yeah I love the fumoto oil drain valve it makes DIY oil changes a breeeeeeze

[@HNedel]

Too bad it was shown from the side and not from below, so if you didn’t already know where exactly the point is, you still wouldn’t know. But the tip for the jack stands was clearly visible and useful

[@cmikey1960]

I drive the left front wheel onto a ramp. This raises the left front putting the drain plug at its lowest point relative the engine for best drainage. Much easier/safer than jacking.

[@EvolvedCognition]

@@cmikey1960 100%! So much easier and less opportunity for damage.

[@bluejoelol]

This will be super helpful for when I do a full oil change on my silver 2006 Lexus IS350. Thank you Canadian Rider

[@carswithsonduren]

Anytime bluejoelol it is great to know we are twins ;)

[@LaughOutLouie88]

Thank you for this I have a customer/friend coming in for oil change tomorrow and this tutorial was exactly what I needed to feel comfortable getting the job done since I dont really work on Toyotas/Lexus.

[@osanshouo1684]

Am glad you addressed safety. One of my neighbors placed the car just on the jack while he was changing a fog light. Out of nowhere the jack failed right when he stepped out underneath to get a wrench. He walked across to my house all shaken up and repeating again and again whata stupid move he just did. *I have, besides the main jack, the little one as well as a back. My rule is at least three towers and one jack. In no way I would use that valve, can get hit by a rock, road trash, easy.

[@charliielopezb8238]

You don’t have the idea how helpful your videos have been too me 😂🙌🏾 thank you bro

[@carswithsonduren]

Happy to hear you found the videos helpful :)

[@j0lla127]

I LOVE the safety measure that you implemented in this video. I work on cars a lot in my garage and I can't stress enough about the safety. I still get anxious going underneath the car even with 3 and 4 jack stands.

[@carswithsonduren]

Absolutely I have seen too many messed up videos of the consequences by not having safety as the number one priority.

[@mohammadkamran5862]

I agree. I’m a very paranoid person as well. Even with jack stands I always put a set of wheels as back up like he does. Good to see I’m not the only one. 😂

[@gabrielgoncalves8342]

Amazing! Just got done doing the oil change on my Lexus, very detailed. Thanks !!

[@flickboogers9325]

My go-to video for when I do the once a year oil change on my 2007 IS 250

[@carswithsonduren]

I expect you will be returning to this video every year for the rest of your life cuz this car is a tank baby :)

[@BenReyes-fm3vu]

Thanks for the info, I installed an oil valve & man it’s so much cleaner & easier….

[@christianbahena487]

Just changed my oil for the first time in my 06 lexus I just recently bought, thanks for the video!

[@carswithsonduren]

Awesome congratulations and welcome to the channel!

[@mohammadkamran5862]

If you do your oil changes at home. You should own a set of ramps. Just drive right on top with front wheels. No need to jack up the car every time. They make life so much easier. 👍

[@Ash-Ketchum-and-Pikachu]

Tutorial made very simple. The only two things to add are: 1. if you have a normal drain plug nut, make sure you buy a new crush washer with it. 2. You never mentioned the other o-ring thing in the new oil filter...

[@ashutoshrajbaidya7739]

You are the best. Love your videos mate. Keep on making videos for the IS series. I also own a IS250, I have learnt a lot from your videos. Cheers.

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks Ashutosh more will always be coming for these beauties

[@potatorigs2155]

Lexus recommend in the manual to check the oil 5min after the motor reached operating temps at on level ground of course. They're notoriously hard to read cold . Also the Awd is 250 takes just a bit more oil 6.3L for rw drive and 6.4L for the AWD . Awesome video by the way.

[@carswithsonduren]

That’s true thanks for this insight and welcome to the channel :)

[@TheChuyDewy]

Thanks for mentioning that they're hard to read I thought it was just me

[@xkingtazx]

First time hearing to run the engine for a bit before, totally makes sense😅 i either do it before it gets hot outside or when the sun goes down lol

[@robtito12]

Great video man and appreciate those small detail tips! Gonna do my first oil change tonight! Keep it up

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks glad you found it helpful and welcome to the channel 🙂

[@_Srt-616]

Great vid man !! Very informative! Don't forget to always!!! always !!! chawk your wheels !!!

[@carswithsonduren]

100% you must 👍👍

[@seantran4178]

I 'm happy to find this (your) video. Your work very thought through. Every step simply easy and thank you so much for sharing an idea of Oil Drain Valve. I find very great idea. I live in US and no one mention about this part. With all the respect, I chose subscribed.

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad you enjoyed it and welcome to the channel my friend :)

[@zimecka72]

I have a 2009 IS250AWD and needs an oil change. I don't know when the last one was (I've only owned it for 5 months). But its at 115000KM and would like to do an oil change so i know when it needs it. I would love to do it myself for once for learning. This is a GREAT tutorial! Thank you

[@w.7407]

Thanks for this video. I am starting to do my own oil changes on my Lexus too. I notice mine burns a quart or liter every 1700 miles (2750 kilometers) but that’s because I use an oil called a blend. Synthetic blend. On your opinion synthetic can be better ? It’ll burn less oil and won’t lose its viscosity as quickly as conventional oil? Anyhow these are old cars so there will be some oil consumption inevitably.

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad it helped I think you should go full synthetic, it will burn less but you will still have oil consumption and that is normal for these cars as they age.

[@ruemignon]

Nice job. The best hazard prevention protocol or whatever you name it. thumbs up!

[@drxbz]

This is the best car tutorial ive ever watched. thankyou for being so explanatory and informative.

[@carswithsonduren]

Thank you Ian, I am glad it was helpful and welcome to the channel! I have lots of Lexus videos and more to come!

[@gary4738]

You’re a good teacher

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks Gary glad it was helpful and welcome to the channel!

[@Carol-md7zd]

I just bought one and need to learn. This is super helpful

[@carswithsonduren]

Congratulations Carol the video should be helpful and I have a lot more on the car. Welcome to the channel :)

[@qwertyui5086]

Getting a pair of ramps save so much time and effort.

[@carswithsonduren]

I really want a quick Jack

[@FS-rx7wc]

Hallo, how often do you change the oil of the automatic gearbox. Here in Germany I hear different variants. Only to change 30 % or to times 60 % every 60.000 km or to flood the complete automatic gearbox with oil and then refill it. Do you have any experiences concerning this... Greetings from Germany Frank

[@andrewolson4280]

This is really great detailed information. I’m in the market for an is250 or is350 I’m not biased in either one because I’d be happy with either one. I’m doing all the research on these I can before I make a purchase, and by far you have the best detailed videos and reviews I’ve seen on these.

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad you enjoyed it and welcome to the channel, you are making a good choice with either car :)

[@andrewolson4280]

@@carswithsonduren glad to be here!!! I really appreciate your detailed videos especially since now I know the only real headache of maintenance is the spark plugs on the driver side lol. The oil change seems relatively easy I just need to make sure I have all the right tools and I can do it myself. The is250 I’m looking at it the base 07 132k on the odometer and a spotless carfax report. $9,995 I’m confident I can talk it down to $7k and buy it outright and have a car I’ve always wanted.

[@carswithsonduren]

That’s pretty low kilometres for the car definitely negotiate hard and I promise you you’re going to love it. One of the best cars I’ve ever owned. Well it doesn’t have a lot of power is still manages to feel very sporty as well.

[@andrewolson4280]

@@carswithsonduren ah yes but even a Miata MX-5 Mazda manages to be fun and sporty with only 120bhp, and I had a 96 Mustang GT V8 with the 2V 4.6 engine the one most popular for being ragged on and yet it’s also the most reliable engine mustangs of the last multiple generations and all I had to do was put slightly better stickier tires and in transformed it into a corn carving prancing pony. These IS Models both come with double wishbone suspension in the front and independent suspension in the rear. Followed by from what I can see that the engines are set where at least 80-70% of the engines are positioned behind the front wheels which should give them both roughly a 56/44 weight difference front and back which is almost perfect for a car of their weight class.

[@andrewolson4280]

@@carswithsonduren ah I’m not far off haha. They copied Maserati’s idea of 52/48 weight distribution. So yeah all it would take is a slight change of tires depending on the time of year like I’m in the Pacific Northwest of US and our weather isn’t much different from most of Canada so it would probably corner amazingly with possible changes to Pirelli P-Zero tires, ironically the stock tires for your R8, and not only would they have a very impressive performance for grip but also relatively confident with bad weather set of tires.

[@ivanbraeckman9803]

Very good and clear thankyou!!

[@joshuaconklin7027]

I’m buying at 2006 Lexus is250 with 80,000 miles. I’m so happy you made these videos. Any suggestion for me, I’ll be getting the car this Tuesday?

[@carswithsonduren]

Awesome congratulations! Make sure to get an oil and filter change right away if not done already!

[@ballofcrust7706]

This video was very helpful thank you

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad you enjoyed it and welcome to the channel :) more videos to come!

[@sebasgutposada6959]

Thanks for the vídeo Canadian man ! In a few minuts i make myself to ! Your video is very clear an Quick !

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad it helped and welcome to the channel :)

[@sebasgutposada6959]

a few months a go , was tell you about the choice the is250 now i have a president luxury and i so very happy whit the choice thanks for help me whit your videos buddy.

[@carswithsonduren]

That’s awesome man :)

[@carswithsonduren]

Remember for the IS250 and IS350 you can use either 5w-20 or 5w-30 as per the TSB! 😎 I also listed another great oil filter option in the description box!

[@muazyaakob1550]

How about mobil 1high mileage is it ok

[@carswithsonduren]

Perfectly fine oil 🤙

[@muazyaakob1550]

Thanks bro😊

[@njsongwriter]

If that's true then you can also use 0W-20 or 0W-30, (especially in Canada where it gets really cold).

[@talkr21]

@@muazyaakob1550 mobil supplies toyota so you’re good

[@robertopvvazquez1780]

Good video, with the exception of the recommendations of oils, every car is engineered to work best with a specific oil. Whether it is synthetic or not and the hot/cold numbers. Always use the one your manufacturer recommends

[@mikimiki195]

Great video I always use Costco oil

[@thademigod]

Great vid, best one yet

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@zivaldez4075]

I have the genuine oil filter I usually use since I like genuine filters and I use mobile 1 or Toyota genuine.

[@larryher1]

You never mentioned about the other small rubber seal that came with the new filter?

[@lazarosanchezjimenez109]

that one also needs to be replace, is inside of the oil filter housing

[@skbenergy]

I am from the Caribbean island of St. Kitts, i have a 2008 Toyota Mark X, they are basically a strip down version of the lexus and they use the same 2.5 and 3 LTR V6 4GR-FSE engines, i tend to look for lexus IS 250/350 videos talking about the engines because there are hardly any videos on KZbin with the Mark X engines wise break down like this...because they are only sold in Japan a but are imported around the world. nice video on the oil change....i started out using a synthetic blend then switched to fully synthetic :)

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks man that's really neat that you are from the Carribean. Welcome to the channel friend :)

[@skbenergy]

@@carswithsonduren i am an aviation spotter first and a proud aviation enthusiast :) !!!...but when it comes to my car i like to keep my engine in top condition...one problem we had with the Mark X is that everything is in Japanese and finding a maintenance guide was hard for the engine. I see you use 5W30, local mechanics on the island told me to use 10W 30 for the engine, does it make a big difference because its always hot down here lol ?

[@carswithsonduren]

Good point since your temps are hotter 10w would be fine 👍

[@dwaynemadsen964]

Checking oil level with clean, fresh, very clear oil can be hard! I really enjoyed your video, thank you for sharing. I would make two recommendations that might make things better? easier? I don't know. This is not to criticize what you did, I mean, mission accomplished! Oil and filter changed safely! To remove the o-ring gasket from the filter housing cap, I use a rag or shop towel, and press about a 30mm section of the o-ring together with my thumbs, causing the o-ring to bunch up, out of the groove. No need for a small screw driver, and no risk of scratching the cap. Sometimes it doesn't work and I end up using a tool as you did, but when it works (most of the time it works) it is faster. When the filter cap tool sticks to the housing cap, (every.single. time!) I just remove the ratchet, because I'm going to be using the cap wrench in a few moments to tighten everything back up. Then, since it is now stuck going the other way, I switch the ratchet mechanism and just give the wrench a slight pop, which causes the cap wrench to disengage from the flutes of the filter housing cap. Again, thank you for taking the time to get camera angles and edit your footage! Your video is clear and informative. Stay safe.

[@carswithsonduren]

First thanks for the comments I really appreciate it and welcome to the channel 🙂 great point on removing the o-ring makes more sense and less chance for damage, and huge thank you on the tip when the adapter gets stuck I will definitely do that going forward instead of my traditional struggle haha!

[@TheMultisportGeek]

That removal tool looks exactly like the one that I use on my ‘15 Prius

[@carswithsonduren]

Yep that makes sense!

[@tanweerraja3090]

Also for a 06 is250 what’s the best engine oil? For gas mileage and overall performance

[@carswithsonduren]

I’d say any full synthetic. I like Mobile 1. Pennzoil Platinum and Costco Synthetic Oil.

[@andrewm.4168]

If you install the little plastic funnel that comes with the element you drain the oil out of the housing first. Then just unscrew the end cap with no mess.

[@masterofnone1808]

Actually, where we live, Walmart sells OEM Toyota filters. I think if I was in Canada I might consider using 0W-30 oil instead of 5W-30 (unless I had a garage like you do).

[@LyeraTech2000]

very good safety first 5 stars great video, thanks

[@DKnuxx]

What was the smaller gasket / O-ring in the packaging for?

[@tonyalee1233]

When changing the filter, what is the little ring for.??

[@Marcho978]

Hey man do you happen to find it tough to undo the oil filter cartridge? I think mine might be seized at this point, might need the dealer to undo it for me

[@carswithsonduren]

If you’re struggling using an oil filter wrench. Otherwise stick a screwdriver through it.

[@denvernn]

I was literally having tea and my walkers biscuits watching this. And then u said it haha. U probably getting tired of me saying this but that IS is just a beautiful car. Timeless design. Would be curious on your winter set up. Maybe an update video on that?

[@carswithsonduren]

It really is such a beautiful car. Even though I have to tell you I'm absolutely in love with the 2021 design, I still think the second generation IS is killer :) Will do 🤙

[@fr0zensky992]

What is the size of the oil filter if you order the genuine one ? A3 or A5 ? Is it different size for different model year of 2is ? Thanks in advance!

[@richardx4456]

Hi mate, just wondering if you have a tutorial for catalytic converter change for lexus is350? thank you

[@carswithsonduren]

Hey Richard I don’t unfortunately 😔

[@BonaRasmey]

❤thank you for your video bro.

[@AznCracker13]

Hey to check oil you're not supposed to stick it in all the way. You are supposed to put the dip stick in until the colored part touches and then pull it out for the most accurate reading. Safe to say you could have probably put in another 0.5 qt

[@JDMToday]

What about the smaller oring and the transparent plastic nozzle? You don't install it? I didn't either on my last oil change. I see many people don't use them... What is your take about it?

[@carswithsonduren]

Nope not needed for the IS!

[@bettylin3787]

Hi did you need to remove the splash guard before changing the oil? Thank you!

[@carswithsonduren]

Yes you do!

[@petervang8127]

Great video !

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks Peter welcome to the channel!!

[@Radik71101]

Спасибо. Смотрел видео в переводе Яндекса, автор говорит меняю масло на машине своего жениха, со смеху чуть не упал)))

[@lotus956]

I’ll do all this after my warranty is up. I get free massages and Starbucks while I wait anyway at Lexus dealership. 🙂

[@KingDrewPhilip]

I appreciate that you do these videos , it being I own an 08 IS250. I have done it on my own a few times, the oil change. I use the blend, called synthetic blend. So far so good. At 121k miles I wonder if I should change to full synthetic. Anyhow, sexy car these are.

[@carswithsonduren]

Nice what color is yours? Yeah I would change to full synthetic especially since you were still pretty low kilometer. Depending on your climate it could definitely help and prices have come down on full synthetic oils

[@KingDrewPhilip]

@@carswithsonduren 121,000 miles I meant to say. I know if it’s Kilometers the actual miles would be pretty low. Anyhow I have a dark grey one , I named her Luna After the moon lit sky 🌚. When you drive a 350 does the 250 ever feel so much weaker ? I am a member of a community on Facebook called “Lexus IS Freaks” and literally almost everyone pokes fun at the 250’s and calls them slow lol.

[@carswithsonduren]

Yea it's definitely quite a bit slower so that is true ;p

[@njsongwriter]

We have used nothing but synthetic for a long time starting with a 1996 Honda Accord we had.

[@jokecarnage9667]

Big help. Thank you.

[@Thehearing07]

Is the oil filer supposed to be that tight?

[@mohamadzaboube264]

hey man, you're a beast. thank you!

[@carswithsonduren]

Anytime and welcome to the channel 😌

[@TheChuyDewy]

In the manual it says 1.6 quarts from low to high on dipstick the max oil capacity is 6.6 for rwd therefore the low mark is 5quarts the middle is 5.8quartz and full no more is 6.6 ad stated as max oil capacity.

[@danny12904]

my lexus gs 350 2018 takes 0w20 .... can I still use 5w30 ??

[@helenarios5175]

Great video

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks Helena!

[@ozhoneybadger]

I use Toyota original oil. I don't know why but it works best with this

[@LXROL]

thank you for a great video ... very useful for DIY! =)

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad it could help and welcome to the channel!

[@as7736]

Very helpful, thank you

[@mckav2358]

Really helpful - obviously the oil change steps but where to jack the IS up from & place the jack stands & safety tips - Thanks

[@carswithsonduren]

Glad you found it helpful and welcome to the channel 😎👍 safety is always so important you never want to be the statistic of a fatal accident

[@stratusedge2k7]

do you have a link for the gasket?

[@matiassamano2508]

After how many miles would you recommend changing my synthetic oil?

[@carswithsonduren]

I typically like to change my oil once every 8,000 to 10,000 km. Now, you should always follow your factory recommended guidelines, even for my 2023 Lexus NX 350H it says to change it every 16,000 km but I’d prefer to do it earlier. quite honestly there’s been lots of analysis done online about the life of synthetic oil’s and many of them are good to be used to 16,000 km no problem.

[@kobepower]

@@carswithsonduren ya not 16,000. im a mechanic i still change my syntheic oil at 6000km. my car was over 18 years old, it never had any problems. i take care my cars, if u want ur car to last, still do it every 6000km. if u wanna keep ur car for long.

[@carswithsonduren]

You are a smart man :) I agree with you.

[@algram8541]

Kirkland organic fruit packages have just been recalled across America this week not joking 😂. Idk about the oil

[@araby33]

My oil filter comes with one bigger gasket and a smaller one. I saw two gaskets with your filter too. What's that small one for?

[@carswithsonduren]

Not needed for this car you can discard the smaller one

[@araby33]

@@carswithsonduren Thanks for the answer. It helped.

[@carswithsonduren]

Anytime Julian welcome to the channel :)

[@pshhyeahh]

I think theres a bolt on the front of your oil filter cap to drain the oil from the filter prior to loosening the cap. With the right tools, you can make the change a little cleaner. Not the end of the world if you don't use that, but it's another spot where oil can leak.

[@17vmrivas]

What if you don't have the oil filter removal tool, can you still manage to open it? Or you need the tool

[@carswithsonduren]

The tool makes it so much easier. You can use oil filter grips but not as easy.

[@17vmrivas]

​@@carswithsonduren thank you so much for your fast response! And thanks for the reply.

[@carswithsonduren]

Anytime goodluck :)

[@forexsanjose6090]

What’s the smaller gasket for?

[@Earl_007]

It's for a filter with a built-in drain plug. Some other car models have it.

[@QCnc7OH4]

Do you have to have the that oil filter tool to remove the housing? Im trying to change the oil in my 2006 Lexus IS250.. So do i need to go buy one?

[@carswithsonduren]

You don’t need it it’s necessarily, but you should get it. It makes it way easier.

[@QCnc7OH4]

@@carswithsonduren ok well I just got one and I seen Mobile 1 is the oil that people use but Valvoline is ok to use? Oil is oil to a certain degree but it should be ok?

[@carswithsonduren]

@QCnc7OH4 that’s correct 👍

[@QCnc7OH4]

You're video is helpful especially the safety part of placing the jacks correctly. Long time ago, a family friend who was a 18-wheeler mechanic, was under a rig and for whatever reason the jack just gave out and it crushed his skull killing him instantly!! So I appreciate your level of safety in this video. I appreciate it man.

[@carswithsonduren]

@QCnc7OH4 I’m sorry to hear about that story and that’s exactly why you need to do what I explained. Thanks for the comment man :)

[@bigd8812]

Great video bro

[@carswithsonduren]

Thanks brother welcome to the channel!

[@bigd8812]

@@carswithsonduren Had to order that oil filter tool from Amazon today. Toyota/Lexus don’t carry it anymore where I live. They said people wasn’t buying it because it cost $120 US.

[@carswithsonduren]

Holy inflation at its worst.

[@savage21cx45]

Do you need that oil filter tool or can you get away by hand

[@carswithsonduren]

It will be very hard to remove it without the tool imho

[@lakhanpal3297]

Hi brother I have 250 your video so good

[@dipset22554]

So I keep seeing 0w-20 is oil weight for 2012, is that not right?

[@csn6234]

8:18 great video, much more helpful than most of the other IS250/350 how-to vids on KZbin. But damn, son, look at all that rust. That frame's gonna need some major repairs soon. Canadian winters, eh?

[@carswithsonduren]

Definitely Canadian winters doing work on the frame! Thanks for the compliments and welcome to the channel I hope you subscribe, lots of Lexus videos and other car videos you will love!

[@thedeltadriver1438]

see how the oil filter came with two seals? you addressed one of them, but there’s another smaller one? what’s that for?

[@carswithsonduren]

Not required for this car service. You can simply discard it.

[@bell9620]

Wipe a little oil around the new rubber seal then attach over housing.

[@MILANOKIS]

So what about the small oring? I also received this small plastic tube thing, not sure what it's for.

[@carswithsonduren]

Not required

[@MILANOKIS]

@@carswithsonduren ok thank you

[@alwayscuriousalwayslearnin]

just to mention what isnt mentioned in here( because of the after market drain) is to always make sure you put the "drain plug bolt" back on hehe I didnt do that many years ago ( early 1980s) with a car and we were using a pit so needless to say I smelt a long time cleaning the pit out because of all the wasted brand new oil hehe also I think that it might take a little while for the filter to soak in some oil I would like to hear that engine with hood open at idle mine seems a little noisy but I have read that this is normal but I would like to hear if it is the same

[@TheChuyDewy]

Manual says to check engine oil at operating temp NOT AFTER 30 SECS. Edit. You did warm it up before though it's 6.6 quartz with filter and 6.8 for awd

[@flickboogers9325]

Crap what should I do if the oil filter is not loosening? I'm using a longer socket tool but it's still not moving at all. Should I just use more force?

[@carswithsonduren]

Use more force but ideally get the right sized socket!

[@flickboogers9325]

@@carswithsonduren sounds good I'll give it another try now... I am using the 21 mm with the Toyota wrench tool to remove the housing.

[@carswithsonduren]

@flickboogers9325 worst case scenario screwdriver, right through the filter and turn it.

[@flickboogers9325]

@@carswithsonduren Can't try that method for the Lexus filter.... remember it has the housing for the paper filter?

[@flickboogers9325]

@@carswithsonduren anyways thanks again for your responses I was able to get it off Just had to use more brute force! :)

[@seanclarke4061]

Why do some filters come with 2 O rings? Can't find anyone who's installing a 2nd small O ring while changing the IS oil. Which car uses the 2nd small O ring? Not the IS right?

[@carswithsonduren]

No need for the second o-ring you can discard it. You just need to replace the one and you're good to go 🙂

[@shaunmychale2754]

Hi i have a 2006 lexus is250 139k miles . And sometimes i get this egg smell , what could it possibly be?

[@carswithsonduren]

Honestly no idea maybe the cats?

[@bobbyboy7480]

Whats the chances that a stray rock or whatever could bounce up and knock the toggle switch into the drain position? Thats what id be worried about

[@carswithsonduren]

Next to no chance.

[@bobbyboy7480]

@@carswithsonduren I agree after watching the whole video! Guess I jumped the gun. Good job!

[@theaadkins857]

Thank you!

[@carswithsonduren]

Anytime and welcome to the channel!

[@pablow2009]

R te banks bro i was lost about the small ring man but I realize my car doesn’t have the drain plug on the filter

[@eveliacastro3970]

You recomemd me change the oil transmisión if the car drives and prety well ? Or Is not good idea

[@carswithsonduren]

If it drives well I would personally say don’t bother changing it as Lexus claims that is a lifetime fluid.

[@eveliacastro3970]

@@carswithsonduren thanks for you Time keep goin canadian

[@immabigasian]

Would you recommended using high mileage oil? My car is about to hit 180,000 miles.

[@Trescera]

Definitely. High mileage oil has essential ingredients designed to protect the engine internals as the engine wear becomes more prominent as it continues to put on miles. I would have started using high mileage oil at 100,000 personally. It is a little bit more expensive but that’s the price you pay to protect your engine, which may prevent a few thousand dollar repair bill 😂

[@carswithsonduren]

Agreed I would say if you have the option with a high mileage engine you might as well do it

[@njsongwriter]

No. There is no reason to switch to high mileage oil unless your engine is leaking or burning oil, then it might help.

[@Trescera]

@@njsongwriter or you can switch to high mileage as preventative measure to leaking or burning oil. It wouldn’t hurt, if anything, will probably help the engine.

[@stevensevek6151]

No, there is no need to use high mileage oil. If you have oil leaks or consumption issues you could use high mileage oil but it would be better to fix the problem. I would not use high mileage oil as a preventative. I've had at least three cars with over 200,000 miles on them. I've never used high mileage oil. Never needed it. No oil leaks and no excessive consumption.

[@nabilhussain5249]

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[@evanverdoorn3532]

I only have ramps. Will the oil completely drain when my car is slightly tilted?

[@carswithsonduren]

Yes it should I would just ensure that you leave it to drip completely out over 20 minutes