2017 Lexus RC F Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Lexus RC F takes 5W-30 motor oil — 9.3 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 9.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RC F | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SAE 5W-30 ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil | 9.30 QTS. | 8.30 QTS. | The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used, however it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change. |
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More specs & repair guides for your RC F
2017 Lexus RC F factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
12.3 quarts (11.64 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Lexus RC F take?
The 2017 Lexus RC F takes 5W-30 motor oil (TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SAE 5W-30 ILSAC GF-5 Multigrade Engine Oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2017 Lexus RC F take?
The 2017 Lexus RC F holds 9.3 quarts with a filter change, or 8.3 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Lexus RC F?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Lexus RC F. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.