Performing routine oil changes on your Lexus RX 350 is essential to maintain engine health and ensure smooth performance. Regular oil changes help lubricate engine components, reduce wear, and prevent overheating.

What You’ll Need

  • High-quality engine oil (check your owner’s manual for the recommended grade)
  • Replacement oil filter
  • Oil filter wrench
  • Drain pan
  • Socket wrench
  • Funnel
  • Rags or paper towels
  • Car jack or ramps (if necessary)

Step-by-Step Guide to Changing Oil

Follow these steps to change the oil in your Lexus RX 350:

  1. Warm up the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil to drain more easily.
  2. Lift your vehicle using a jack or ramps, ensuring it's securely supported.
  3. Place the drain pan under the oil drain plug and remove the plug with a socket wrench to let the old oil drain out completely.
  4. Remove the old oil filter using the oil filter wrench and prepare the new filter by applying a bit of fresh oil to the rubber seal.
  5. Install the new oil filter by hand until snug, then tighten slightly more.
  6. Reinstall the drain plug securely.
  7. Lower the vehicle and add the recommended amount and type of fresh engine oil through the oil filler cap using a funnel.
  8. Start the engine and check for leaks, then turn it off and check the oil level with the dipstick, topping off if necessary.

Performing oil changes every 5,000 to 7,500 miles, or as recommended by Lexus, will help keep your RX 350 running efficiently for years to come.