Oil change Interval Poll ES 350 V6
 

I’m curious as to what the general consensus is regarding oil change intervals (not to be confused with the routine 5k service intervals). Oil change is referring to new oil and filter. Im aware 10,000 mile intervals are recommended. Assuming you are the typical driver (no towing or crazy driving), how many miles do you allow to lapse before doing an oil and filter change on your V6? Options are 5k, 10k and other (please explain).

I haven’t changed mine yet. Bought it the Saturday after St. Patrick’s Day and haven’t even put 2k miles on it. Since I’m mostly in the city, it will be every 6 mo 5k.

I do a lot of hwy driving and do oil changes and tire rotations every 10000kms (6250miles). I use OEM filters (bought 20 from the dealer and got a slight discount) and Pennzoil Platinum 0w20. I bought my 22 ES 350 F Sport brand new July 8/22 and have about 107600kms (67250miles) on it already! I also recently completed a ATF drain and fill using Lexus (Toyota) WS fluid from the dealer for $10 CAD per L (about $7.3 USD per L). I used just under 4L. Fluid came out looking new. My next task is to replace spark plugs and I have asked the dealer to order these and the two gaskets (plenum and throttle body).

If you do a lot of city driving, 5000miles is the MAX I would consider going before changing the oil. I would probably not go over 5000kms (3125miles)! With hwy driving, it’s much less wear and tear on the engine, so the interval can be extended out. But I’m changing the oil every 2-3 months (@10k km intervals). The 16000km (10000mile interval) is if you are just doing hwy driving, under the most ideal of conditions, in ideal weather. But even then, I would not recommend waiting that long. Oil is relatively inexpensive vs engine wear. Even if you just drain the oil and don’t change the filter for 1 interval, your engine will thank you!

Every 5k miles for me with 74K on the clock now.

What are you replacing the "two gaskets (plenum and throttle body)"?

I voted 5k for Mike. But really the best oil change intervals is never having to do one. :ohyeah:

Very clever - where's the poll for how often you have to charge the EV:):):)

I use the manufacturer recommendation.

Oh boy another oil thread.......

This subject has been discussed ad nauseam... 226 posts on oil change interval...

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es-...the-first.html

This is not the first? Are you certain🤔🤔

To change spark plugs in the V6, you have to remove the air intake plenum and throttle body (without disconnecting the coolant lines). Carcarenut recommended replacing both gaskets while you have it all apart. Here is his video:
I also watched a bunch of other videos that recommended replacing them. I guess, if they are in good shape one could reuse the existing gaskets, but then there is a great risk of a vacuum leak. They aren’t too much $$ compared to the hassle of having to replace them later.

No oil changes for Tesla EV. Only have to reattach the steering wheel when it comes off. carry a fire extinguisher, have a spare set of tires, and save your money for a new battery that costs $20,000.00. All good. :wiggle:

Teslas also have oil and filters which have to be changed, cabin filters, 12/16V batteries, brake fluid…
Tesla owners tend to convince other people that there is no maintenance on Teslas, but that’s not true.