LEXUS ES 350 (2019 year). Instruction — part 24

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

engine switch in step

3

above.

The engine does not start and modes will be

changed each time the switch is pressed.

(

P.139)

If you have a set of jumper (or booster)
cables and a second vehicle with a 12-
volt battery, you can jump start your
vehicle using the following procedure.

1

Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried.

When connecting the jumper (or booster)

cables, depending on the situation, the

alarm may activate and doors locked.

(

P.57)

2

Open the hood. (

P.308)

3

Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to

on your vehicle and connect the

clamp on the other end of the positive cable to

on the second vehicle.

If the battery is discharged

The following procedures may be
used to start the engine if the bat-
tery is discharged.
You can also call your Lexus dealer
or a qualified repair shop.

Restarting the engine

A

B

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Then, connect a negative cable clamp to

on the second vehicle and con-

nect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to

.

Positive (+) battery terminal (your vehicle)

Positive (+) battery terminal (second vehicle)

Negative (-) battery terminal (second vehicle)

Solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any mov-
ing parts as shown in the illustration

4

Start the engine of the second vehi-
cle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for
approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the battery of your vehi-
cle.

5

Open and close any of the doors of
your vehicle with the engine switch
off.

6

Maintain the engine speed of the
second vehicle and start the engine
of your vehicle by turning the
engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode.

7

Once the vehicle’s engine has
started, remove the jumper cables

in the exact reverse order from
which they were connected.

Once the engine starts, have the vehicle

inspected at your Lexus dealer as soon as

possible.

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Starting the engine when the battery is

discharged

The engine cannot be started by push-start-

ing.

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To prevent battery discharge

●

Turn off the headlights and the audio sys-

tem while the engine is stopped.

●

Turn off any unnecessary electrical com-

ponents when the vehicle is running at a

low speed for an extended period, such

as in heavy traffic.

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When the battery is removed or dis-

charged

●

Information stored in the ECU is cleared.

C

D

A
B
C
D

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When the battery is depleted, have the

vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer.

●

Some systems may require initialization.

(

P.410)

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When removing the battery terminals

When the battery terminals are removed,

the information stored in the ECU is

cleared. Before removing the battery termi-

nals, contact your Lexus dealer.

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Charging the battery

The electricity stored in the battery will dis-

charge gradually even when the vehicle is

not in use, due to natural discharge and the

draining effects of certain electrical appli-

ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time,

the battery may discharge, and the engine

may be unable to start. (The battery

recharges automatically during driving.)

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When recharging or replacing the bat-

tery

●

In some cases, it may not be possible to

unlock the doors using the smart access

system with push-button start when the

battery is discharged. Use the wireless

remote control or the mechanical key to

lock or unlock the doors.

●

The engine may not start on the first

attempt after the battery has recharged

but will start normally after the second

attempt. This is not a malfunction.

●

The engine switch mode is memorized by

the vehicle. When the battery is recon-

nected, the system will return to the

mode it was in before the battery was dis-

charged. Before disconnecting the bat-

tery, turn the engine switch off.

If you are unsure what mode the engine

switch was in before the battery dis-

charged, be especially careful when

reconnecting the battery.

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When replacing the battery

●

Use a battery that conforms to European

regulations.

●

Use a battery that the case size is same as

the previous one (LN3), 20 hour rate

capacity (20HR) is equivalent (70Ah) or

greater, and performance rating (CCA)

is equivalent (592A) or greater.

• If the sizes differ, the battery cannot be

properly secured.

• Battery performance may decrease and

the engine may not be able to start.

• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if

the time period where the vehicle is not

used is a short time, the battery may dis-

charge and engine may not be able to

start.

For details, consult your Lexus dealer.

WARNING

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When removing the battery terminals

Always remove the negative (-) terminal

first. If the positive (+) terminal contacts

any metal in the surrounding area when

the positive (+) terminal is removed, a

spark may occur, leading to a fire in addi-

tion to electrical shocks and death or

serious injury.

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Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to

prevent accidentally igniting the flamma-

ble gas that may be emitted from the bat-

tery:

●

Make sure each jumper cable is con-

nected to the correct terminal and that

it is not unintentionally in contact with

any other than the intended terminal.

●

Do not allow the other end of the

jumper cable connected to the “+” ter-

minal to come into contact with any

other parts or metal surfaces in the

area, such as brackets or unpainted

metal.

●

Do not allow the + and - clamps of the

jumper cables to come into contact

with each other.

●

Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette

lighters or allow open flame near the

battery.

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Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous and cor-

rosive acidic electrolyte, while related

parts contain lead and lead compounds.

Observe the following precautions when

handling the battery:

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1

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the engine.

2

If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.

3

After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and

WARNING

●

When working with the battery, always

wear safety glasses and take care not

to allow any battery fluids (acid) to

come into contact with skin, clothing

or the vehicle body.

●

Do not lean over the battery.

●

In the event that battery fluid comes

into contact with the skin or eyes,

immediately wash the affected area

with water and seek medical attention.

Place a wet sponge or cloth over the

affected area until medical attention

can be received.

●

Always wash your hands after handling

the battery support, terminals, and

other battery-related parts.

●

Do not allow children near the battery.

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When replacing the battery

When the vent plug and indicator are

close to the hold down clamp, the battery

fluid (sulfuric acid) may leak.

NOTICE

■

When handling jumper cables

When connecting the jumper cables,

ensure that they do not become entan-

gled in the cooling fan or engine drive

belt.

If your vehicle overheats

The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
 The engine coolant temperature

gauge (

P.64, 67) is in the red

zone or a loss of engine power is
experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)

 “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop

in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the multi-
information display.

 Steam comes out from under the

hood.

Correction procedures

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radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.

Radiator

Cooling fan

If a large amount of coolant leaks, immedi-
ately contact your Lexus dealer.

4

The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir.

Reservoir

“F” line

“L” line

Coolant inlet cap

5

Add coolant if necessary.

Water can be used in an emergency if

coolant is unavailable.

6

Start the engine and turn the air
conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fan oper-
ates and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.

The fan operates when the air conditioning

system is turned on immediately after a

cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating

by checking the fan sound and air flow. If it

is difficult to check these, turn the air con-

ditioning system on and off repeatedly.

(The fan may not operate in freezing tem-

peratures.)

7

If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and
contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the
nearest Lexus dealer.

A
B

A
B
C
D

WARNING

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When inspecting under the hood of

your vehicle

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in serious

injury such as burns.

●

If steam is seen coming from under the

hood, do not open the hood until the

steam has subsided. The engine com-

partment may be very hot.

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1

Stop the engine. Set the parking
brake and shift the shift lever to P.

2

Remove the mud, snow or sand
from around the front wheels.

3

Place wood, stones or some other
material under the front wheels to
help provide traction.

4

Restart the engine.

5

Shift the shift lever to D or R and
release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress
the accelerator pedal.

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When it is difficult to free the vehicle

Press the

switch to turn off TRAC.

WARNING

●

Keep hands and clothing (especially a

tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the

fan and belts. Failure to do so may

cause the hands or clothing to be

caught, resulting in serious injury.

●

While the engine and radiator are hot,

do not loosen or remove the coolant

inlet cap or coolant reservoir cap.

High temperature steam or coolant

could spray out.

NOTICE

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When adding engine coolant

Add coolant slowly after the engine has

cooled down sufficiently. Adding cool

coolant to a hot engine too quickly can

cause damage to the engine.

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To prevent damage to the cooling sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions:

●

Avoid contaminating the coolant with

foreign matter (such as sand or dust

etc.).

●

Do not use any coolant additive.

If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following proce-
dures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:

Recovering procedure

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WARNING

■

When attempting to free a stuck vehi-

cle

If you choose to push the vehicle back

and forth to free it, make sure the sur-

rounding area is clear to avoid striking

other vehicles, objects or people. The

vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge

back suddenly as it becomes free. Use

extreme caution.

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When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with

the accelerator pedal depressed.

This may lead to unexpected rapid accel-

eration of the vehicle that may cause an

accident resulting in death or serious

injury.

NOTICE

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To avoid damaging the transmission

and other components

●

Avoid spinning the front wheels and

depressing the accelerator pedal

more than necessary.

●

If the vehicle remains stuck even after

these procedures are performed, the

vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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Vehicle specifications

8-1. Specifications

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level,

etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . ..

382

Fuel information. . . . . . .

389

Tire information. . . . . . ...

391

8-2. Customization

Customizable features. .. ...

400

8-3. Items to initialize

Items to initialize . . . . . . .

410

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8-1. Specifications

8-1.Specifications

*1

: Unladen vehicle

*2

: Vehicles with 215/55R17 tires

*3

: Vehicles with 235/45R18 tires and 235/40R19 tires

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Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identifica-
tion number for your Lexus. It is used in
registering the ownership of your vehi-
cle.
This number is stamped on the top left
of the instrument panel.

This number is also stamped under the
right-hand front seat.

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length

195.9 in. (4975 mm)

Overall width

73.4 in. (1865 mm)

Overall height

*1

56.9 in. (1445 mm)

Wheelbase

113.0 in. (2870 mm)

Tread

*1

Front

62.9 in. (1598)

*2

62.6 in. (1588)

*3

Rear

63.3 in. (1609)

*2

63.0 in. (1599)

*3

Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)

905 lb. (410 kg)

Vehicle identification

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This number is also on the Certification
Label.

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Engine number

The engine number is located as
shown.

Engine

Model

3.5 L 6-cylinder (2GR-FKS)

Type

6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.70

 3.27 in. (94.0  83.0 mm)

Displacement

210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm

3

)

Valve clearance

Automatic adjustment

Drive belt tension

Automatic adjustment

Fuel

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane Rating

87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher

Fuel tank capacity (Reference)

16.0 gal. (60.6 L, 13.3 Imp.gal.)

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Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Ref-
erence

*

])

*

: 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.

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Engine oil selection

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”
or equivalent to satisfy the following
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good starting
in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at
the next oil change.

Outside temperature

Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here
as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the

characteristic of the oil which allows
cold startability. Oils with a lower
value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold
weather.

• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the vis-

cosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil
with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if
the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load con-
ditions.

How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specifica-
tion Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is added to some oil
containers to help you select the oil you
should use.

Lubrication system

With filter

5.7 qt. (5.4 L, 4.8 Imp.qt.)

Without filter 5.6 qt. (5.3 L, 4.7 Imp.qt.)

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: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.

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Spark plug

Cooling system

Capacity

*

9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp.qt.)

Coolant type

Use either of the following:
 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”

 Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-

based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology

Do not use plain water alone.

Ignition system

Make

DENSO FK20HBR8

Gap

0.031 in. (0.8 mm)

NOTICE

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Iridium-tipped spark plugs

Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

Electrical system (battery)

Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):

12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch off and turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds.)

Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge

15 A max.
5 A max.

Automatic transmission

Fluid capacity

*

8.0 qt. (7.6 L, 6.7 Imp.qt.)

Fluid type

Toyota Genuine ATF WS

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*

: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.

*1

: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf)

while the engine is running.
When performing the brake pedal inspection, also be sure to check that the brake sys-
tem warning light is not illuminated when the engine is running. (If the brake system
warning light is illuminated, refer to P.348.)

*2

: Make sure to confirm that the brake system warning light (yellow) does not illuminate. (If

the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to P.352.)

NOTICE

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Automatic transmission fluid type

Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration in

shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately

damage the transmission of your vehicle.

Brakes

Pedal clearance

*1

3.2 in. (81 mm) Min.

Pedal free play

0.04

 0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)

Brake pad wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Parking brake lining wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Parking brake indicator

*2

When pushing the parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: comes on
When pulling the parking brake switch for 1
to 2 seconds: turns off

Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Type A

*1

: 99 mph (160 km/h) or less

*2

: More than 99 mph (160 km/h)



Type B

*1

: 99 mph (160 km/h) or less

*2

: More than 99 mph (160 km/h)

Tires and wheels

Tire size

215/55R17 94V, T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)

Front

36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*1

46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*2

Rear

36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*1

46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*2

Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Wheel size

17 x 7 1/2J, 17 x 4T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

235/45R18 94V, T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)

Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*1

46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*2

Rear

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*1

46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*2

Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Wheel size

18 x 8J, 17 x 4T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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

Type C

*1

: 137 mph (220 km/h) or less

*2

: More than 137 mph (220 km/h)

Tire size

235/40R19 92V, T155/70D17 110M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire inflation pressure)

Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*1

46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*2

Rear

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*1

46 psi (320 kPa, 3.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

*2

Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

or bar)

Wheel size

19 x 8J, 17 x 4T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Light bulbs

Light bulbs

Bulb No.

W

Type

Front turn signal lights (single-beam
headlights)

7444NA

28/8

Wedge base

bulbs (amber)

Front side marker lights (single-beam
headlights)

W5W

5

Wedge base

bulbs (clear)

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Gasoline quality

In very few cases, driveability problems may

be caused by the brand of gasoline you are

using. If driveability problems persist, try

changing the brand of gasoline. If this does

not correct the problem, consult your Lexus

dealer.

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Gasoline quality standards

●

Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A.,

Europe and Japan have developed a

specification for fuel quality called the

World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC),

which is expected to be applied world-

wide.

●

The WWFC improves air quality by low-

ering emissions in vehicle fleets, and

improves customer satisfaction through

better performance.

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Recommendation of the use of gasoline

containing detergent additives

●

Lexus recommends the use of gasoline

that contains detergent additives to avoid

the build-up of engine deposits.

●

All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains

minimum detergent additives to clean

and/or keep clean intake systems, per

EPA’s lowest additives concentration pro-

gram.

●

Lexus strongly recommends the use of

Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For more

information on Top Tier Detergent Gaso-

line and a list of marketers, please go to

the official website www.toptiergas.com.

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Recommendation of the use of low

emissions gasoline

Gasolines containing oxygenates such as

ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated

gasolines, are available in some cities.

These fuels are typically acceptable for use,

providing they meet other fuel require-

ments.
Lexus recommends these fuels, since the

formulations allow for reduced vehicle

emissions.

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Non-recommendation of the use of

blended gasoline

●

Use only gasoline containing up to 15%

ethanol.

DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline

that could contain more than 15% etha-

nol, including from any pump labeled
E30 (30% ethanol [

]), E50 (50%

ethanol [

]), E85 (85% ethanol [

])

(which are only some examples of fuel

containing more than 15% ethanol).

●

If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure

that it has an octane rating no lower than

91.

●

Lexus does not recommend the use of

gasoline containing methanol.

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Non-recommendation of the use of gas-

oline containing MMT

Some gasoline contains an octane enhanc-

ing additive called MMT (Methylcyclopen-

tadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).

Fuel information

You must only use unleaded gaso-
line.

Select premium unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or
higher required for optimum
engine performance and fuel econ-
omy. If the octane rating is less than
87, damage to the engine may
occur and may void the vehicle war-
ranty.

At minimum, the gasoline you use
should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..

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B

C