Lexus SC, Z30 (USA / CAN)

Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Lexus SC, Z30 (USA / CAN) manual transmission fluid capacity is 2,6 liters. Service intervals consist of checking and changing every 15000 miles or 24 months. The data covers 6 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
SC 300 (USA) (1995-1997)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,6 liter
  • Check 15000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 5/1
SC 300 (USA) (1995-1997)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 2,6 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 5/1
SC 300 (USA) (1994-1994)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,6 liter
  • Check 15000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 5/1
SC 300 (USA) (1994-1994)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 2,6 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 5/1
SC 300 (USA) (1992-1993)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,6 liter
  • Check 15000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 5/1
SC 300 (USA) (1992-1993)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 2,6 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 5/1

Additional Notes

  • The Lexus SC 300 (USA) carries a manual transmission fluid capacity of 2.6 liters across all model years from 1992-1997, a figure that represents a service fill volume rather than a full overhaul or dry-fill amount.
  • Under normal use conditions for the 1992-1993 SC 300, the specified interval is a fluid level check at 15,000 miles or 24 months, meaning no fluid change is called for at that interval under everyday driving circumstances.
  • Under severe use conditions for the same 1992-1993 model years, the interval shifts to an actual fluid change at 15,000 miles or 24 months, reflecting the greater thermal and mechanical stress placed on transmission fluid in demanding driving environments.
  • The 1994 SC 300 carries identical capacity and interval specifications to the 1992-1993 model years, with a 2.6-liter fill, a check at 15,000 miles or 24 months under normal use, and a change at the same interval under severe use.
  • The 1995-1997 SC 300 likewise retains the 2.6-liter capacity and the same dual-interval structure, indicating no revision to manual transmission fluid service requirements was introduced during the latter portion of the model run.
  • Across all three year groupings, the 15,000-mile and 24-month interval is expressed as a combined mileage-and-time threshold, meaning whichever limit is reached first would govern when service is due.

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