2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10)

XE10 / Sedan / SportCross (wagon) / Global (Japan, North America, Europe, Australia)

1G-FE3S-GE2JZ-GE2JZ-GTE3UZ-FEExakter Jahres-/Varianten-DatensatzSilver

Engine identity

Engine code

1G-FE, 3S-GE, 2JZ-GE, 2JZ-GTE, 3UZ-FE

Engine summary

Inline-6 petrol engines for most markets with variations. Japan featured 1G-FE (2.0L inline-6), 3S-GE (2.0L inline-4 in the IS200), and 2JZ-GE/2JZ-GTE inline-6 in IS300 and IS300 SportCross. North America mainly had the 2JZ-GE 3.0L inline-6 for IS300, later IS300 SportCross offered. Europe and Australia received IS200 (1G-FE or 3S-GE), IS300 (2JZ-GE). The IS300 SportCross appeared in select markets as a wagon variant.

Displacement

1998cc to 2997cc depending on engine

Power

IS200 models: approx 150-158 hp; IS300 models: approx 215-276 hp depending on engine and market

Torque

Ranges ~190 Nm for IS200 engines up to 330 Nm for IS300 2JZ-GTE twin turbo

Fuel system

Electronic fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing belt for inline-6 engines, chain for some 4-cylinder variants

OBD-Port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Öltyp

SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to specific market owner's manual)

Ölmenge

Approximately 5.5 liters service fill including filter (exact varies with engine code)

Kühlmittel

Circa 8 liters

Flüssigkeit

Dexron III or equivalent ATF for automatics

Differential fluid

GL-5 75W-90 gear oil, varies by market and model

Bremsflüssigkeit

DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market dependent)

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (IS200/IS300 in some markets)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic (IS200), 5-speed automatic (IS300)

Spark plugs

Iridium tipped recommended, gap approx 0.044 inch (1.1 mm)

Service interval

Typically 10,000 km or 6 months, but varies by market and conditions

Reifengrößen

205/55R16, 215/45R17, 225/45R17

Radmoment

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Timing belt replacement critical at ~100,000 miles
Camshaft position sensors occasionally fail
Suspension bushings wear with mileage

First checks

Inspect timing belt condition before purchase
Check for rust especially on SportCross wagons
Verify proper maintenance records for cooling system

Vor dem Teiletausch

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

The 2004 Lexus IS is first-generation (XE10) facelifted update; SportCross wagon available mainly in Japan and select global markets.
Engine choices and availability strongly dependent on local market emissions and tax regulations.

Häufige Codes

Source and verification notes

Toyota Global Official Archives and Technical Manuals 2004
Lexus Owners' Manual Editions and Enthusiast Technical Forums

Kompatible Werkzeuge

Verify by VIN and market

Häufige Fragen

What engine code does the 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) use? 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) is listed here with engine code 1G-FE, 3S-GE, 2JZ-GE, 2JZ-GTE, 3UZ-FE; engine summary: Inline-6 petrol engines for most markets with variations. Japan featured 1G-FE (2.0L inline-6), 3S-GE (2.0L inline-4 in the IS200), and 2JZ-GE/2JZ-GTE inline-6 in IS300 and IS300 SportCross. North America mainly had the 2JZ-GE 3.0L inline-6 for IS300, later IS300 SportCross offered. Europe and Australia received IS200 (1G-FE or 3S-GE), IS300 (2JZ-GE). The IS300 SportCross appeared in select markets as a wagon variant..
What oil and capacity does the 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) use? 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) is listed with SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to specific market owner's manual) and oil capacity Approximately 5.5 liters service fill including filter (exact varies with engine code). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) problems? Highlighted checks for 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10): Timing belt replacement critical at ~100,000 miles, Camshaft position sensors occasionally fail, Suspension bushings wear with mileage.

Engine identity

Engine code

1G-FE, 3S-GE, 2JZ-GE, 2JZ-GTE, 3UZ-FE

Engine summary

Displacement

1998cc to 2997cc depending on engine

Power

IS200 models: approx 150-158 hp; IS300 models: approx 215-276 hp depending on engine and market

Torque

Ranges ~190 Nm for IS200 engines up to 330 Nm for IS300 2JZ-GTE twin turbo

Fuel system

Electronic fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing belt for inline-6 engines, chain for some 4-cylinder variants

OBD-Port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Öltyp

SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to specific market owner's manual)

Ölmenge

Approximately 5.5 liters service fill including filter (exact varies with engine code)

Kühlmittel

Circa 8 liters

Flüssigkeit

Dexron III or equivalent ATF for automatics

Differential fluid

GL-5 75W-90 gear oil, varies by market and model

Bremsflüssigkeit

DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market dependent)

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (IS200/IS300 in some markets)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic (IS200), 5-speed automatic (IS300)

Spark plugs

Iridium tipped recommended, gap approx 0.044 inch (1.1 mm)

Service interval

Typically 10,000 km or 6 months, but varies by market and conditions

Reifengrößen

205/55R16, 215/45R17, 225/45R17

Radmoment

Verify by VIN and market

Häufige Fragen

What engine code does the 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) use? 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) is listed here with engine code 1G-FE, 3S-GE, 2JZ-GE, 2JZ-GTE, 3UZ-FE; engine summary: Inline-6 petrol engines for most markets with variations. Japan featured 1G-FE (2.0L inline-6), 3S-GE (2.0L inline-4 in the IS200), and 2JZ-GE/2JZ-GTE inline-6 in IS300 and IS300 SportCross. North America mainly had the 2JZ-GE 3.0L inline-6 for IS300, later IS300 SportCross offered. Europe and Australia received IS200 (1G-FE or 3S-GE), IS300 (2JZ-GE). The IS300 SportCross appeared in select markets as a wagon variant..

What oil and capacity does the 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) use? 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) is listed with SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to specific market owner's manual) and oil capacity Approximately 5.5 liters service fill including filter (exact varies with engine code). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10) problems? Highlighted checks for 2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10): Timing belt replacement critical at ~100,000 miles, Camshaft position sensors occasionally fail, Suspension bushings wear with mileage.

2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Vor dem Teiletausch

Important notes

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2004 LEXUS IS 1G-FE/3S-GE (XE10)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Vor dem Teiletausch

Important notes