Hmm...you got me thinking. So I just checked the 2006 GS300 owner's manual, and it says "SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W−30 is not available, SAE10W−30 may be used." I'd be darned! So I continued the research and try to figure out why I had 0W-20 in my mind...I know I research this type of stuff. Lazy reason could be that I had 2013 Camry and 2016 Corolla long before GS300, and always had supply of 0W-20 at home. In any case, I jus learned that 0W-20 is a new oil that was introduce broadly to the market in 2010, though there were some early uses by Nissan starting in 2006 and Toyota starting in 2009. It's supposed to more expensive oil that provide better engine protection and enhanced fuel economy benefits. Sometime after 2010, many Toyota and Lexus started to convert to 0W-20. As I researched, it got more interesting. So 3GR-FSE (used in 2006 GS300) was minimally used, but sister 2GR-FSE engine that was broadly used in bunch of Toyota and Lexus cars, actually switched the recommendation from 5W-30 to 0W-20. For example, 2012 Lexus ES350 (2GR-FE) recommended 5W30, but 2013 and later (also 2GR-FE), recommendation changed to the 0W-20. Also, GS350 started using 0W-20 in 2013. I learned a lot of interesting facts...thanks to your comment! I'm gonna pin this to the top for others to see.
The engine oil dipstick between the low mark and high mark is equivalent to 1.6 quarts, not 1 quart. QUOTE FROM OWNERS MANUAL OF 2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER WITH 3MZ-FE V6 3.3 EINGINE. "The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and full on the dipstick is indicated as follows: 1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 lmp. qt.)"
Please my Lexus gs 06 300 burns oil I bought it at 159k it at 160k mikes and I bought it less than a month I have change oil twice. It burns oil. I have not seen any oil leaks
@@MasaharufukuyamaaI’m having the same problem with the same car at 140k I’ve done some research and I think it comes down to rebuilding the engine or walnut blasting to clean the carbon build up. Now I’m having catalytic converter problems. Also try doing sooner oils changes and I heard you can change your pcv valve to see if that helps. Good luck
I’d be very interested to see if a cleaner like bg chemtool would work if you drove it for a few 100 miles before an oil change. My camry burns identical to your it seems and it has 140k
Yeah the new thinner oil they use now (10W-20) in engine does better job at lubricating super tight specs, but it also tends to burn off more than thicker oil. Burning 1.1 quart of oil every 600 miles would be terrible as now they recommend 10,000 mile oil change, and by then it would have burned nearly 17 quarts of oil. To be more precise, all 10K mile oil change cars would be completely out of oil between oil changes. I think manufacturer put that disclaimer to protect themselves, but for me, if you burn more than 1/2 the entire oil between scheduled oil change, that's really bad for the engine and it requires drivers to fill quart of oil every couple of weeks.
I've owned my 2006 GS300 for 12 years now. I service it regularly. it now has 125k miles. It not only doesn't burn ANY oil, but it doesn't leak a drop either.
That’s awesome. But 2006 is a GDI engine, so at some point, you’ll want to clean carbon build up on intake valves. I cleaned mine at similar miles and have few videos on it. I also replaced spark plugs at the same time as well.
@@DIYLifeSkills Thank you. In 2012 Lexus rebuilt the engine due to these issues. It runs like a new car and does not exhibit any of these engine issues. Recently I was getting some exhaust odor at start up. I finally looked at the PVC valve. It was the original and plugged up. A very easy DIY thing to fix. A new one (OEM) solved the problem. Neither Lexus, nor two shops could figure it out.
@@DIYLifeSkills Rebuilt totally under warranty, including a new loaner car! I have not seen serious carbon build up since?? The PCV valve is very easy to access and comes right out using a 19mm deep socket. I read where it was recommended to be changed every four oil changes. It can be cleaned but a new one from Lexus, on line, was around $10. I bought two. Due to carbon build up these are susceptible to get clogged. Pretty nice vehicles for being 17 years old....
mystery oil is always used temporarily. In that case it was about 100 miles. That said, going to 5W27 is not any significant difference. I’m more concerned with the cleaning agents being inside engine too long. :-)
I have a 2014 Kia Sportage I use for driving to work. At a out 80,000 it started using a lot of oil. Just recently I used Moly engine flush and let it run for 20 mins. It cut oil burning in half. I'm looking at a 2015 ES 350 with just 60,000 miles. I'm hoping it doesn't burn lots oil. No way to really tell. My Kia doesn't smoke.
Thank you so much this was very informative! I have a lexus gs300 oil burning problem but I'll definitely try some of your solutions, also what was that car at the end? Why we're the rims poking out?
@@DIYLifeSkills Oh nice man! I was also glad to find out you have a playlist completely dedicated to mainetance for the gs300, will definitely be using your videos in the future, this channel will get big in no time!
So funny, I knew it was Houston immediately once I saw the rims. I love my city. But honestly, I need to fix the oil consumption issue in GS 350. There doesn’t appear to be any oil leaks in my driveway.
@@kelvinarcher5194 Yeah when oil is burned internally, you don’t see any external oil leak. You could consider trying “engine flush” or “piston ring cleaning additive”. amzn.to/3YqmBHY Rislone 4416 High Mileage Ring Seal Smoke Repair Additive 16 oz
I used to use regular oil and change all my cars every 3k-5k miles, my most recent '11GS I got synthetic in there while I got a CV joint replaced at the shop (was slightly cracked when I bought the car). I'm probably gonna get next oil change 5k-7k miles. I was wondering, it's completely ok to go back to regular after using synthetic right? (the price sometimes can be quite a bit to gulp) I was wondering if you could make a video on gas mileage: on my 101k miles '11 GS350 AWD I barely gets 18mpg highway. It hasn't gotten any big servicing since it reached 100k (talking about trans drain & fill, & differential drain). Researching a little bit told me get get my spark plugs & Ignition coils replaced, I kinda got scared after seeing how much those ignition coils go for, plus I don't own a torque wrench. Thanks for your input & love a simple, easy to follow video as always.
I was considering 3K interval oil change with regular oil but after you asked the question, I did the research and synthetic oil benefit is just too high. So I’ll stick to the original plan if 5K interval with synthetic. The Walmart’s full synthetic is only around $20 for 5 quarts and sometimes it’s only sale for $18.
Hi sir, My car is burning a lot of oil After 1300 miles of oil change I got low engine oil level pop up on dash I checked with mechanic there are no leaks I bought my 2006 gs 300 car 3 months ago Please give your valuable suggestions what can I do
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You put 0W-20 in the GS300? Doesn't it call for 5W-30?
Hmm...you got me thinking. So I just checked the 2006 GS300 owner's manual, and it says "SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for good fuel economy, and
good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W−30 is not available, SAE10W−30 may be used." I'd be darned! So I continued the research and try to figure out why I had 0W-20 in my mind...I know I research this type of stuff. Lazy reason could be that I had 2013 Camry and 2016 Corolla long before GS300, and always had supply of 0W-20 at home. In any case, I jus learned that 0W-20 is a new oil that was introduce broadly to the market in 2010, though there were some early uses by Nissan starting in 2006 and Toyota starting in 2009. It's supposed to more expensive oil that provide better engine protection and enhanced fuel economy benefits. Sometime after 2010, many Toyota and Lexus started to convert to 0W-20. As I researched, it got more interesting. So 3GR-FSE (used in 2006 GS300) was minimally used, but sister 2GR-FSE engine that was broadly used in bunch of Toyota and Lexus cars, actually switched the recommendation from 5W-30 to 0W-20. For example, 2012 Lexus ES350 (2GR-FE) recommended 5W30, but 2013 and later (also 2GR-FE), recommendation changed to the 0W-20. Also, GS350 started using 0W-20 in 2013.
I learned a lot of interesting facts...thanks to your comment! I'm gonna pin this to the top for others to see.
@@DIYLifeSkills Good info. I'd be interested to see what would happen to a 3gr with 0W20. I always use 5W30 without issues.
@@Kyle22030 I think 5w-30 will work better. I’m gonna stick to that
yes exactly when I started using 5w30 it feels way better than 10w30
@@DIYLifeSkillsdoesn’t the 06 GS300 have a 2JZ-GE engine?
The engine oil dipstick between the low mark and high mark is equivalent to 1.6 quarts, not 1 quart. QUOTE FROM OWNERS MANUAL OF 2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER WITH 3MZ-FE V6 3.3 EINGINE. "The approximate quantity of oil needed to
raise the level between low and full on the dipstick is indicated as follows: 1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 lmp. qt.)"
Please my Lexus gs 06 300 burns oil I bought it at 159k it at 160k mikes and I bought it less than a month I have change oil twice. It burns oil. I have not seen any oil leaks
I need help please it’s an awd rn the oil is low
@@MasaharufukuyamaaI’m having the same problem with the same car at 140k I’ve done some research and I think it comes down to rebuilding the engine or walnut blasting to clean the carbon build up. Now I’m having catalytic converter problems. Also try doing sooner oils changes and I heard you can change your pcv valve to see if that helps. Good luck
The owner manual is sacred. Don’t listen to street corner mechanics who say it’s ok to put other numbers. You will destroy your engine.
I’d be very interested to see if a cleaner like bg chemtool would work if you drove it for a few 100 miles before an oil change. My camry burns identical to your it seems and it has 140k
Lexus said 1.1 qt per 600 miles is acceptable ive read somewhere online
Yeah the new thinner oil they use now (10W-20) in engine does better job at lubricating super tight specs, but it also tends to burn off more than thicker oil. Burning 1.1 quart of oil every 600 miles would be terrible as now they recommend 10,000 mile oil change, and by then it would have burned nearly 17 quarts of oil. To be more precise, all 10K mile oil change cars would be completely out of oil between oil changes. I think manufacturer put that disclaimer to protect themselves, but for me, if you burn more than 1/2 the entire oil between scheduled oil change, that's really bad for the engine and it requires drivers to fill quart of oil every couple of weeks.
I've owned my 2006 GS300 for 12 years now. I service it regularly. it now has 125k miles. It not only doesn't burn ANY oil, but it doesn't leak a drop either.
That’s awesome. But 2006 is a GDI engine, so at some point, you’ll want to clean carbon build up on intake valves. I cleaned mine at similar miles and have few videos on it. I also replaced spark plugs at the same time as well.
@@DIYLifeSkills Thank you. In 2012 Lexus rebuilt the engine due to these issues. It runs like a new car and does not exhibit any of these engine issues. Recently I was getting some exhaust odor at start up. I finally looked at the PVC valve. It was the original and plugged up. A very easy DIY thing to fix. A new one (OEM) solved the problem. Neither Lexus, nor two shops could figure it out.
@@curtgomes Engine was rebuilt under warranty? If so, that’s great. Also, good job on figuring out PCV clogged issue.
@@DIYLifeSkills It really helps to read what other folks like yourself post. Someone has very probably faced the issue before you......
@@DIYLifeSkills Rebuilt totally under warranty, including a new loaner car! I have not seen serious carbon build up since?? The PCV valve is very easy to access and comes right out using a 19mm deep socket. I read where it was recommended to be changed every four oil changes. It can be cleaned but a new one from Lexus, on line, was around $10. I bought two. Due to carbon build up these are susceptible to get clogged.
Pretty nice vehicles for being 17 years old....
Be careful using marvel mystery oil, one quart will reduce a 5w-30 to a 5w27
mystery oil is always used temporarily. In that case it was about 100 miles. That said, going to 5W27 is not any significant difference. I’m more concerned with the cleaning agents being inside engine too long. :-)
I have a 2014 Kia Sportage I use for driving to work. At a out 80,000 it started using a lot of oil. Just recently I used Moly engine flush and let it run for 20 mins. It cut oil burning in half. I'm looking at a 2015 ES 350 with just 60,000 miles. I'm hoping it doesn't burn lots oil. No way to really tell. My Kia doesn't smoke.
Thank you so much this was very informative! I have a lexus gs300 oil burning problem but I'll definitely try some of your solutions, also what was that car at the end? Why we're the rims poking out?
Just some crazy cars with dangerous spiky rims here in Houston that my wife captured while driving. :-)
@@DIYLifeSkills Oh nice man! I was also glad to find out you have a playlist completely dedicated to mainetance for the gs300, will definitely be using your videos in the future, this channel will get big in no time!
@@netforce5196 Thank you. What a great car only if you are willing do some maintenance otherwise dealership cost is way too high. :-)
So funny, I knew it was Houston immediately once I saw the rims. I love my city.
But honestly, I need to fix the oil consumption issue in GS 350. There doesn’t appear to be any oil leaks in my driveway.
@@kelvinarcher5194 Yeah when oil is burned internally, you don’t see any external oil leak. You could consider trying “engine flush” or “piston ring cleaning additive”.
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Rislone 4416 High Mileage Ring Seal Smoke Repair Additive 16 oz
I used to use regular oil and change all my cars every 3k-5k miles, my most recent '11GS I got synthetic in there while I got a CV joint replaced at the shop (was slightly cracked when I bought the car). I'm probably gonna get next oil change 5k-7k miles. I was wondering, it's completely ok to go back to regular after using synthetic right? (the price sometimes can be quite a bit to gulp)
I was wondering if you could make a video on gas mileage: on my 101k miles '11 GS350 AWD I barely gets 18mpg highway. It hasn't gotten any big servicing since it reached 100k (talking about trans drain & fill, & differential drain). Researching a little bit told me get get my spark plugs & Ignition coils replaced, I kinda got scared after seeing how much those ignition coils go for, plus I don't own a torque wrench.
Thanks for your input & love a simple, easy to follow video as always.
I was considering 3K interval oil change with regular oil but after you asked the question, I did the research and synthetic oil benefit is just too high. So I’ll stick to the original plan if 5K interval with synthetic. The Walmart’s full synthetic is only around $20 for 5 quarts and sometimes it’s only sale for $18.
I meant $18-21 for 5 quarts. I had a typo and corrected it.
Excellent Review. Thank you.
Thanks for the feedback. :-)
Any chance you have replace your GS300 Alternator? I just got a check charging system light on this morning. :(
Hi sir,
My car is burning a lot of oil
After 1300 miles of oil change
I got low engine oil level pop up on dash
I checked with mechanic there are no leaks
I bought my 2006 gs 300 car 3 months ago
Please give your valuable suggestions what can I do
Hey bro I’m having same issues, how did you resolve yours? Please let me know. Thanks I drive a gs 06 300 awd