LS III XF30 · 2000–2006

Lexus LS 430 LS III XF30 · 281 hp (2000 to 2006)

The Lexus LS 430 of the LS III XF30 generation uses the 3UZ-FE 4.3 V8 petrol engine with 281 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 281 PS / 207 kW
Displacement: 4 293 cm³
Cylinders: 8
Engine code: 3UZ-FE 4.3 V8
Period covered: 2000–2006
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Automatic · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

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This version

281 hp (207 kW), rear-wheel drive, 5-speed automatic. Built from 2000 to 2006.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation. The 3UZ-FE 4.3 V8 engine is also fitted to: Lexus GS (GS II S160), Lexus SC (SC 430).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Lexus LS 430 LS III XF30?

The 3UZ-FE 4.3 V8 petrol engine (4 293 cc), 281 hp (207 kW).

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Which oil for the Lexus LS 430?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2-approved oil suited to the 3UZ-FE 4.3 V8 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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