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2009 Lexus LS600H

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2009 LS600H.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2009 Lexus LS600H is a full-size luxury hybrid sedan equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission, offering EPA fuel economy ratings of 20 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined—figures that positioned it as one of the more efficient options in the full-size luxury segment at the time. This model year represents the fourth generation of Lexus's flagship hybrid sedan, continuing the brand's dual focus on luxury and reduced fuel consumption through its advanced hybrid drivetrain. Reliability data indicates that the 2009 LS600H recorded 13 owner complaints, with service brakes emerging as the most frequently cited concern across a single recall cycle. For researchers examining long-term ownership outcomes, this complaint profile suggests the model experienced relatively few widespread issues compared to typical vehicle reliability datasets, though the brake-related complaints warrant attention during pre-purchase inspections or historical analysis.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy20/22/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI S75D31R · 450 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9672335028. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI S75D31R · 450 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnAUTOOEM · verified
Tire sizeP245-45R19OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9672335028 alt 9030179006
Engine air filter178010V020
Fuel filter7702450021
Spark plug9091901249
Battery2880038122
Front wiper blades8521242120 alt 8522250080
Serpentine belt9091602661
Thermostat1632670020 alt 160310S010
Cabin air filter8713950050 alt 8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 22 / 21 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume103 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2.

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts243 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs17 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub217 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub214 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)750 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.86-2.09 lbs
Oil TypeND Oil 11 or equivalent.
Oil Capacity5.11 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberS75D31R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance450 cca

Service checks

Injector Primary Resistance3-100 Motor ohms
Engine Compression144-203 PSI. 14.5 maximum variation PSI.
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ idle, 32 psi @ 2500 rpm psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle100 ft-lbs / 63 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.040 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0016 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.338 in / 0.866 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.338 in / 0.866 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.22 in / 0.787 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9030 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9022 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Inner bolts45 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Rack & Pinion Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2009 Lexus LS600H top in one area — the service brakes, 2 of 13 reports (15%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the service brakes pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
177
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
13
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 13 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes2
Unknown Or Other2
Electrical System,Wheels,Service Brakes1
Electrical System1
Steering,Electrical System,Wheels1
Visibility/Wiper1
Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 177 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
L-SB-0030-24 Rev22025-12-15StructureSome 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-24 Rev12024-07-29StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-24 Rev12024-07-29StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-242024-06-21StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
L-SB-0030-242024-06-21StructureSome 2005 – 2024 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2009 LS600H have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the LS600H get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 22 highway / 21 combined mpg.