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GX460_OM_OM60K80U_(U)
5738-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1* that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code

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5758-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Innerliner separationThe parting of the innerliner from cord material in the
carcass
Intended outboard sidewall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears whitelettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the ot her sidewall of the tire,
or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipurpose
passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible infla-
tion pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may
be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or inner-
liner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall widthThe linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, incl uding elevations due to label-
ing, decorations, or pr otective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose
passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric
and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an
automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains
the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tireA pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Tire related termMeaning

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*:Table 1 
Occupant loading and distribution fo r vehicle normal load for various des-
ignated seating capacities
Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher
inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater
than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard Ref-
erence Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as
described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method
for Single Wheel Driving Tract ion in a Straight Line on
Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked
with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at least one sidewall
Te s t r i mThe rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be
any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire
Tr e a dThat portion of a tire that comes into contact with the
road
Tr e a d r i bA tread section running circumferentially around a tire
Tread separationPulling away of the tread from the tire carcass
Treadwear indicators (TWI)The projections within the principal grooves designed
to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the
tread
Wheel-holding fixtureThe fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly
securely during testing
Tire related termMeaning

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Customizable features
■Changing by using the menu switch and the “ENTER” switch
When customizing vehicle features, ensure
that the vehicle is parked in a safe
place with the shift lever in P and the parking brake set.
Press and hold the menu switch to display customization mode. ( P. 8 1 )
Press the “ENTER” switch upwards or downwards to select the item to be
customized.
Press the “ENTER” switch to confirm.
Press the “ENTER” switch upwards or downwards to select the desired set-
ting for the item being customized.
Press the “ENTER” switch to confirm.
When customization is completed, pres s the menu switch to clear the cus-
tomization screen.
■Changing by using the multimedia system or navigation system
Press the “SETUP” button on the multimedia system or navigation system.
Select “Vehicle” on the “Setup” screen and select “Vehicle Customization”.
Various setting can be changed. Refer to the list of settings that can be
changed for details.
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be personalized
to suit your preferences. The settings of these features can be changed by
using the steering wheel switches, the multimedia system or navigation sys-
tem or at your Lexus dealer.
It is also possible to customize cert ain vehicle features yourself using the
menu switch and the “ENTER” switch.
Customizing vehicle features
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605What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(P. 1 8 1 )
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 181)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 1 0 8 )
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 1 8 4 )
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (P. 5 4 4 )
●Is the battery discharged? ( P. 5 4 5 )
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode ( P. 5 4 2 )
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal

606What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 1 8 3 )
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 1 4 2 )
●The auto power off function will be oper ated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( P. 1 8 3 )
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 5 0 9 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 1 9 1 )
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 5 0 7 , 5 1 4 )
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 6 8 )
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine. The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds

609Alphabetical index
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Bottle holders ......................................... 399
BrakeFluid............................................................ 561
Parking brake.......................................... 191
Warning light ...................................... 507
Brake assist ...............................................341
Break-in tips............................................. 150
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ..................................................... 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)................ 347
Care ................................................ 434, 437 Aluminum wheels ..............................434
Exterior....................................................434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts ............................................... 438
Cargo hooks .......................................... 402
Center differential................................ 332
CD player
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Chains ....................................................... 366
Child restraint system............................ 52 Booster seats, definition ....................53
Booster seats, installation....................61
Convertible seats, definition ............ 53
Convertible seats, installation ............................................. 58
Installation with LATCH system ..................................................... 57
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 58
Installing CRS with top straps..................................... 62 Infant seats, definition.......................... 53
Infant seats, installation....................... 58
Child safety .................................................. 51 Airbag precautions...............................37
Back door precautions...................... 101
Battery precautions ..............460, 547
Child restraint system......................... 52
Glass hatch precaution ................... 105
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 30
Installing child restraints .................... 56
Moon roof precautions ....................148
Power window lock switch............. 142
Power window precautions ........... 144
Rear door child-protectors ............. 95
Removed key battery precautions ...................................... 480
Seat belt precautions ............................ 31
Seat heater precautions .................390
Child-protectors ..................................... 95
Cleaning Aluminum wheels .............................. 434
Exterior ................................................... 434
Interior ..................................................... 437
Seat belts................................................438
Coat hooks ............................................... 417
Compass ................................................... 419
Condenser...............................................457
Console box ........................................... 396
Cool box .................................................. 409
Cooling system ..................................... 455 Engine overheating ..........................548
Conversation mirror............................. 412
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*:For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

611Alphabetical index
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Emergency flashers ............................. 498
EngineAccessory mode................................. 182
Compartment....................................... 451
Hood ....................................................... 450
How to start the engine ..................... 181
Identification number ...................... 556
If the engine will not start............... 540
Ignition switch (engine switch)....... 181
Overheating ........................................ 548
Engine compartment cover ...............451
Engine coolant....................................... 455 Capacity ................................................ 558
Checking............................................... 455
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine immobilizer system ................. 66
Engine oil ................................................. 453 Capacity ................................................ 556
Checking................................................453
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine switch ............................................ 181
Engine switch light ............................... 392
EDR .................................................................10 Flat tire .......................................................527
Floor mats.................................................... 24
Fluid
Automatic transmission ................. 560
Brake..........................................................561
Steering .................................................. 562
Washer ................................................... 463
Fog lights.................................................. 200 Switch ................................................. 200
Wattage .................................................563
Four-wheel drive system................... 332
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................45
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ..................................... 509
Front position lights ............................... 192 Light switch............................................. 192
Wattage .................................................563
Front seats .................................................. 115 Adjustment............................................... 115
Cleaning................................................. 437
Correct driving posture .................... 26
Driving position memory.................128
Head restraints ..................................... 132
Seat heaters ..........................................390
Seat position memory .......................128
Front turn signal lights ..........................190 Replacing light bulbs .......................490
Turn signal lever .................................. 190
Wattage .................................................563F
*:For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

616Alphabetical index
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Seat heaters ............................................ 390
Seat ventilators ........................................391
Seat position memory.......................... 128
Seats...................................................... 115, 117Adjustment .......................................115, 117
Adjustment precautions .......... 116, 127
Child seats/child restraint system installation..............................56
Cleaning ................................................. 437
Driving position memory ................ 128
Head restraint ........................................132
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 26
Seat position memory....................... 128
Ventilators .............................................. 391
Sensor Automatic headlight system .......... 194
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 138
Intuitive parking assist-sensor ..................................... 234
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .................................................. 205
Service reminder indicators ................72
Shift lever Automatic transmission ................... 186
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................542
Shift lock system.................................... 542
Shopping bag hooks ........................... 403
Side airbags ............................................... 34
Side mirrors ..............................................139 Adjusting and folding........................ 139
Blind Spot Monitor............................ 347
Side turn signal lights ........................... 190 Replacing light bulbs ......................... 491
Turn signal lever .................................. 190 Smart access system with
push-button start................................ 108 Antenna location................................. 108
Starting the engine ............................... 181
Snow tires ................................................ 368
Spare tire ..................................................527 Inflation pressure.................................. 471
Storage location .................................528
Spark plug ............................................... 558
Specifications......................................... 554
Speedometer ............................................. 77
Steering lock Column lock release .........................184
Steering wheel ........................................ 135 Adjustment..............................................135
Audio switches
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Heated steering wheel ...................389
Steering wheel position memory.................................................128
Stop/tail lights Wattage .................................................563
Storage feature ..................................... 395
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck......... 551
Sun shade Roof ............................................................146
Sun visors.....................................................411
Switch “2nd START” button ..........................187
AVS switch ............................................. 331
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch ................................................... 347
Center differential lock/ unlock switch.................................... 333
Crawl Control switch...................... 336
Cruise control switch .............. 214, 217
“DAC” switch ...................................... 339

617Alphabetical index
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Door lock switches ..............................99
Driving position memory switches ................................................ 128
Emergency flashers switch .......... 498
Engine switch .......................................... 181
Fog light switch .................................. 200
Four-wheel drive control switch.................................................... 332
Headlight cleaner switch .............. 209
Height control button ...................... 327
LDA switch ...........................................228
Light switches ....................................... 192
Moon roof switches........................... 145
Multi-terrain Monitor switch ....... 303
Multi-terrain Select switch............ 298
“ODO TRIP” button .................... 78, 81
Outside rear view mirror switches ................................................ 139
Parking assist........................................ 234
PCS off switch .................................... 358
Power door lock switch ....................99
Power window switch .......................142
Rear window wiper and washer switch...................................207
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers switch ............................. 381
Seat heater switches........................ 390
Talk switch Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch.....................................135
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ..................................................... 219
VSC OFF switch ............................... 343
Window lock switch .......................... 142
Windshield wipers and washer switch .................................. 202
Tachometer ................................................ 77
Tail lights .................................................... 192 Light switch............................................. 192
Talk switch
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Telephone switch
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Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................................... 68
Engine immobilizer system ............. 66
Tire inflation pressure........................... 471 Maintenance data................................ 471
Tires ............................................................464 Chains ..................................................... 366
Checking ............................................... 464
If you have a flat tire .......................... 527
Inflation pressure.................................. 471
Information............................................ 567
Replacing ............................................... 527
Rotating tires ........................................ 464
Size ........................................................... 562
Snow tires ..............................................368
Spare tire................................................ 527
Tire pressure warning system .................................................. 465
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*:For vehicles with a navigation system or a multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.