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2010 Lexus LX570

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 LX570.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2010 Lexus LX570 is an SUV fitted with an Automatic (S6) transmission, serviced with 7.4 quarts of 0W-20 API oil, and EPA-rated at 12/18/14 mpg city/highway/combined. Within the 2008–2019 model complaint history, the 2010 model lands near the lower end with 5 owner complaints, below the 2013 peak of 8 and above the 2011 low of 1, while its top reported issue area is the Electrical System and it carries 3 recalls on record. That positioning makes the 2010 model year a comparatively low-complaint entry in the LX570's run, though the electrical complaints and recalls still warrant close inspection.

Model year202120202019201820172016201520142010

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque97 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy12/18/14 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 27F · 710 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 27F · 710 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLEFTOEM · verified
Tire sizeP285-60R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9672335028 alt 9030179006
Engine air filter1780138030
Spark plug9091901191
Battery2880066021
Front wiper blades8522242110 alt 8522253071
Serpentine belt90916A2033
Thermostat1632670020 alt 160310S010
Cabin air filter8713907010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined12 / 18 / 14 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.4 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 97 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.2
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3 Pints
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity4.1 Pints
Engine Oil0W-20 · API
Engine Oil Capacity7.4 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts221 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs17 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts97 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant CapacityLess cool box, 1.96-2.10; w/cool box, 2.07-2.21. lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity5.11 oz
Standard BCI Group Number27F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance710 cca

Service checks

Residual Pressure21.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance3-100 Motor ohms
Engine Compression145-189 PSI. 15 Maximum variation PSI
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ idle, 32 psi @ 2500 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.006-0.010 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.010-0.014 in

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle73 ft-lbs / 70 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket65 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.040 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in / 0.0006 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.15 in / 0.63 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; 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 Linings (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (road test)
Every 10,000 miKeyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Active Suspension System (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft Flange Yoke (torque)
At 30,000 miActive Suspension System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miActive Suspension System (drain & refill)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

The 2010 Lexus LX570 records 5 federal complaints and 3 recalls, placing it slightly higher than the 2009 model year's 4 complaints but lower than the initial 2008 release which logged 6. Technical Service Bulletins peak for this generation in 2010 at 206, exceeding the 164 and 169 recorded in 2008 and 2009 respectively, before declining to 99 by 2012. While the 2010 model year shows one investigation like 2009, the specific complaints are distributed among the Electrical System, Engine, and Air Bags or Seat Belts with zero reported crash or fire incidents. This data indicates the 2010 model sits at the zenith of documented service bulletins and moderate complaint volume before metrics improve in the 2011 and 2012 model years. Consequently, while safe regarding crash and fire data, this model year presents more documented service attention than subsequent years, suggesting later models may offer a more trouble-free ownership experience based on the federal record.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
206
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
5
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 5 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Electrical System1
Engine1
Air Bags1
Air Bags,Seat Belts1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V887000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 13/12/2018

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began…

17V548000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 31/08/2017

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 206 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-0017-19 Rev12025-02-07StructureSome 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of…
L-SB-0017-19 Rev12025-02-07StructureSome 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of…
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…

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

How much oil does the 2010 LX570 take?

7.4 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2010 LX570 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the LX570 get?

EPA figures are 12 city / 18 highway / 14 combined mpg.