Vehicles using 8AR-FTS engine list:
- LEXUS - NX 200t 2WD (175kW) 2014–2017
- LEXUS - RX 200t 2WD (175kW) 2015–2017
- LEXUS - NX 300 2WD (175kW) 2017–2019
- LEXUS - NX 300 2WD (175kW) 2019–2021
- LEXUS - RX 300 2WD (175kW) 2021–2022
Recommended oil for engine 8AR-FTS engine.
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Questions strictly about engine codes (brand/model/engine type/production years).
| Castrol Magnatec 5W‑30 A5 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA A1/B1 / A5/B5 | ✔ |
| API SN/CF | ✔ |
| ILSAC GF‑4 / GF‑5 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D | ✔ |
| Liqui Moly Special Tec F 5W‑30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA A5/B5 | ✔ |
| API SN | ✔ |
| ILSAC GF‑5 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D | ✔ |
| Mobil Super 3000 Formula F 5W‑30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA A1/B1 / A5/B5 | ✔ |
| API SN | ✔ |
| ILSAC GF‑5 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D | ✔ |
| MPM 05000F 5W‑30 Premium Synthetic Ford | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA A5/B5 | ✔ |
| API SN | ✔ |
| ILSAC GF‑4 / GF‑5 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS‑M2C913‑A / B / C / D | ✔ |
Oil specification key
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
Answer generated by AI.
Oil specifications for 8AR-FTS engine
SAE 0W-20
API SN
ILSAC GF-5
Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the 8AR-FTS engine.
Engine 8AR-FTS, used in Lexus NX 200t, RX 200t, NX 300, and RX 300 models, commonly faces issues like carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct injection, turbocharger wear, and occasional oil consumption. Diagnosis involves checking for rough idling, loss of power, or turbo lag, and using a diagnostic scanner for error codes. Prevention includes regular use of high-quality fuel, timely oil changes with recommended synthetic oil, and periodic intake cleaning. Solutions range from walnut blasting to remove carbon deposits, turbocharger inspection or replacement if faulty, and addressing oil leaks promptly to maintain engine longevity and performance.